ISTANBUL & CAPPADOCIA PACKAGE

• Arrive at Istanbul Airport (any time).
• Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the entrance holding a sign with your name and transfer you to your hotel.
• During the transfer, receive basic information about Istanbul and your tour program (if applicable).
• Check in at your Istanbul hotel.

• Pick up from your hotel in the morning and start the Bosphorus Tour including Dolmabahçe Palace.
• Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise along the waterway that separates Europe and Asia, with opportunities to photograph Dolmabahçe Palace, historic Ottoman wooden villas, modern residences, luxurious apartments, fortresses, bridges, and other historic landmarks.
• After the cruise, visit Dolmabahçe Palace Museum — the last Ottoman palace, built by Sultan Abdulmecid in the mid-19th century.
• Enjoy lunch at a charming local restaurant (time permitting). Optional: Hatay Akdeniz Restaurant.
• End of the tour and transfer back to your hotel.

• Morning pick-up from your hotel with a professional tour guide.
• Begin your day in the Historical Peninsula at Hippodrome Square, the site of ancient chariot races and Byzantine riots. See the valuable monuments including the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain, a gift from the German Emperor.
• Visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its stunning blue İznik tiles and unique six minarets, built in 1616 by Sultan Ahmed I.
• Take a 5-minute walk through Sultanahmet Square, passing the Hagia Sophia Museum, originally built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I between 532-537 (entrance fee extra).
• Explore Topkapi Palace, the former imperial residence of Ottoman sultans constructed by Sultan Mehmed II between 1460-1478. The palace now serves as a museum showcasing Chinese porcelain, weapons, exquisite calligraphy, and a sacred relics section displaying items such as the Prophet Muhammad’s mantle.
• Enjoy a lunch break and shopping opportunity at a nearby mall. Please note: Hagia Sophia Museum entrance and lunch are not included.
• End of tour transfer back to your hotel.

• Pick up from your hotel in the morning to start the tour.
• Visit Miniatürk, the open-air museum showcasing Turkey’s famous historical miniatures.
• Explore Panorama 1453 Dome, a captivating 3D visual experience of the conquest of Istanbul.
• Visit the Suleyman the Magnificent Mosque, an architectural masterpiece from the Ottoman era.
• Stop by a leather factory shop to see traditional craftsmanship.
• Wander through the private bazaar, where you can shop for spices, Turkish delight, ceramics, and more.
• Enjoy time for lunch at a charming local restaurant. (Lunch is extra, recommended at K. Mahmut Restaurant.)
• End of the tour and transfer back to your hotel.

• Meet your guide at the hotel and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia.
• Arrive at Kayseri Airport (anytime).
• Upon arrival, our representative will welcome you at the airport entrance holding a sign with your name and transfer you to your hotel.
• Receive basic information about your tour program (if applicable) and check in at your Cappadocia hotel.

• Depart from your hotel and head to Red Valley via Cavusin. Explore the famous rock-cut churches and enjoy a 2 km hike. Visit Cavusin village — the old village was abandoned decades ago due to avalanches. The current village sits by the road, while old Cavusin features rock-cut dwellings and stone houses, including several hermitages.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Turkish cuisine. Lunch is included.
• After lunch, drive to Pigeon Valley (Güvercinlik Vadisi).
• In the afternoon, visit Özkonak Underground City — where early Christians sought refuge. The village houses are built around nearly 100 tunnels carved into eight floors; four floors are open to visitors. During wartime, the city sheltered about 5,000 people. Today, tunnels are used as storage, stables, and cellars.
• End of the tour and transfer back to your hotel.

• Begin with a visit to the surreal Dervent Valley, often described as a Martian landscape.
• Continue to Pasabag, famous for its iconic “fairy chimneys,” where the whisper of the wind blends with the mythical charm of the formations.
• Next, stop at Avanos, the terracotta and pottery center renowned for its charming old town with cobbled streets and river views. Avanos has a rich tradition of ceramic and earthenware production dating back to the Hittites. Visit a ceramic and tile workshop to see handcrafted pottery-making in action.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic Turkish cuisine.
• After lunch, visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum, home to some of the finest examples of Byzantine art in Cappadocia. Explore ancient rock-cut churches, monasteries, and homes carved into the soft volcanic rock, showcasing remarkable post-iconoclastic frescoes and architecture.

• Pick-up from your hotel around 06:00 AM to start the unforgettable balloon experience.
• Arrive at the launch site and watch the spectacular inflation of the balloons. Your pilot will provide a safety briefing and explain the flight details.
• Take off for a breathtaking flight, soaring over valleys, canyons, and the famous fairy chimneys. The balloon will change altitude to offer the best views throughout the journey.
• The flight lasts approximately 60 to 75 minutes from take-off to landing, promising one of the most memorable experiences of your life.
• After landing, enjoy a celebratory champagne toast and receive a personalized commemorative flight certificate.
• Return transfer to your hotel. The entire balloon tour, including pick-up and drop-off, lasts about three hours.

• Meet our guide at your hotel and transfer to Kayseri Airport for your domestic flight to Istanbul.
• Arrive at Istanbul Airport (any time).
• Upon arrival, our representative will welcome you at the entrance holding a sign with your name and transfer you to your hotel.
• Receive basic information about your tour program (if applicable) during the transfer and check in to your Istanbul hotel.

Your evening begins with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the venue. Enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish dinner accompanied by live music in an authentic atmosphere.

• After dinner, the show begins—featuring captivating performances such as:

• Traditional Turkish folk dances
• Mesmerizing belly dancing
• Modern dance performances
• The humorous "Ashuk & Mashuk" sketch

An unforgettable cultural evening filled with vibrant rhythms, colorful costumes, and great entertainment.

(Dinner is included.)

• Meet your guide at the hotel and transfer to the airport (any time).
• End of our services.
  We wish you a safe and pleasant journey and hope to welcome you again in the future.