Istanbul & Cappadocia: A Journey Through Time and Terrain
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Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel, where you’ll have time to relax and settle in. In the evening, experience the magic of the city from the water with a Bosphorus dinner cruise, featuring Turkish cuisine, live entertainment, and illuminated views of palaces and mosques, before returning to your hotel late at night.
Overnight: Istanbul
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Day 2 – Imperial Istanbul & Bazaars
Spend the day exploring Istanbul’s historic heart on a private guided tour, visiting landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, and Topkapı Palace with its Harem. Later, wander through the Grand Bazaar, where vibrant stalls and centuries-old trade traditions offer a true taste of the city’s energy.
Overnight: Istanbul
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Day 3 – Istanbul to Cappadocia | Red Tour
This morning, fly to Cappadocia and transfer to your hotel before heading out on the Red Tour. Discover the region’s most iconic landscapes, including the Göreme Open Air Museum, fairy chimneys, and imaginative rock formations, while learning about the ancient cultures that shaped this extraordinary terrain.
Overnight: Cappadocia
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Day 4 – Cappadocia | Green Tour
Explore the quieter, greener side of Cappadocia on the Green Tour, which takes you through underground cities, scenic valleys, and historic monasteries carved into rock. The day offers a deeper look into how people once lived beneath the earth and alongside nature in this remarkable region.
Overnight: Cappadocia
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Day 5 – Cappadocia at Leisure
Enjoy a free day in Cappadocia to experience the region at your own pace. You may choose to relax at your cave hotel, explore nearby villages, or add optional experiences such as a sunrise hot air balloon ride or a leisurely walk through the valleys.
Overnight: Cappadocia
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Day 6 – Return to Istanbul | Streets & Flavors
Fly back to Istanbul in the morning and spend the day discovering its vibrant street life. Visit the atmospheric Basilica Cistern, wander through the colorful lanes of Balat, stroll along lively İstiklal Street, and explore the Spice Bazaar before ending the day with a cross-continental food tour from Europe to Asia, sampling Istanbul’s most loved local flavors.
Overnight: Istanbul
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Day 7 – Sweet Farewell
At the scheduled time, your driver will collect you from your hotel for a private transfer to the airport, carrying with you the rich flavors and unforgettable memories of Istanbul & Cappadocia.
Inclusions
Accommodation with breakfast included (as per itinerary)
Private airport transfers (arrival & departure)
Professional English-speaking tour guide
Private van & driver throughout tours
Admission fees with skip-the-line access: Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace & Harem, Bosphorus Boat Tour
All tastings during the food tour
Exclusions
International & Internal flights and airport taxes
Visas or travel permits
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (shopping, extra snacks, souvenirs)
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Lunch, Dinner (except Bosphorus Dinner Cruise)
Drinks
Optional Experience
Hamam Experience – indulge in a traditional Turkish bath at a historic hammam.
Hot air balloon - indulge in a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s otherworldly landscapes.