Istanbul's Grand History and Cappadocia's Otherworldly Landscape
This six day journey pairs two of Turkey's most distinct experiences, the layered Byzantine and Ottoman history of Istanbul and the surreal volcanic rock formations of Cappadocia in the country's interior.
In Istanbul, step inside the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, cross the Bosphorus by boat between two continents, and wander the covered alleys of the Grand Bazaar. A short domestic flight takes you to Cappadocia, where cave dwellings carved into fairy chimney rock towers set the stage for a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the valley.
The package includes a domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia, airport transfers, five nights across both destinations with daily breakfast, a Bosphorus cruise and the Cappadocia hot air balloon ride, arranged privately for a well-paced circuit.
- Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque guided tour
- Bosphorus cruise between two continents
- Grand Bazaar and spice market
- Cappadocia sunrise hot air balloon ride
- Goreme fairy chimney valley exploration
Your 6 Day Turkey Itinerary
- Airport pick up and hotel check in
- Sultanahmet Square evening walk
- Blue Mosque illuminated views
- Overnight in Istanbul
- Hagia Sophia guided visit
- Blue Mosque interior visit
- Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern
- Overnight in Istanbul
Modest dress covering shoulders and knees is required for mosque visits.
- Bosphorus cruise between two continents
- Grand Bazaar shopping and exploration
- Spice Market visit
- Overnight in Istanbul
- Domestic flight to Cappadocia
- Cave hotel check in
- Goreme Open Air Museum visit
- Overnight in Cappadocia
- Sunrise hot air balloon flight
- Underground city visit
- Pigeon Valley and Uchisar Castle viewpoints
- Overnight in Cappadocia
Balloon flights are weather dependent and may be rescheduled or refunded in case of high winds.
- Breakfast and hotel check out
- Transfer to the airport
- Departure
- Tour ends
Inclusions
- 03 nights in Istanbul
- 02 nights in Cappadocia
- Meals ( Breakfast only )
- Domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia
- Airport transfers on private basis
- Istanbul city tour and Bosphorus cruise
- Cappadocia hot air balloon ride
- Taxes
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Turkey e-visa charges
- Tips of personal nature
- Lunches and beverages
- Any optional tour not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
Transparent Pricing
Rates below are per person in INR on twin sharing basis and include the domestic flight, transfers, the Istanbul city tour, Bosphorus cruise, hot air balloon ride, breakfast and taxes.
Detailed category-wise rates for this package are shared on request. Starting price ₹72,999 per person.
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Night by Night Accommodation
| City | Nights | Hotel (Standard or Similar) |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | 3 | Grand Halic Hotel or Similar |
| Cappadocia | 2 | Cave Hotel Standard Category or Similar |
Best Time to Visit Turkey
April to June and September to October offer the best conditions in both Istanbul and Cappadocia, with mild temperatures ideal for walking tours and the highest chance of clear skies for the hot air balloon flight. July and August bring hot, dry summer heat to Cappadocia, while winter months from November to March are cooler with occasional snow in Cappadocia, adding a different, quieter charm but a higher chance of balloon flights being cancelled for wind.
Turkey Gallery
Two Turkeys in One Trip, Ottoman History and Volcanic Landscape
Istanbul-Cappadocia Discovery is built for travelers who want Turkey's grand imperial history alongside one of the world's most photographed sunrise experiences. With a domestic flight, private transfers and the hot air balloon ride included, this six day circuit removes the guesswork. Contact our travel experts for help with your Turkey e-visa or to add Pamukkale's white travertine terraces as an extension.
