Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights
5 days · 5 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore the historic Sultanahmet district.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia
Visit the iconic Byzantine cathedral and mosque.
Blue Mosque
Admire the stunning blue Iznik tiles inside.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Stay in a luxury hotel near major sites.
Day 2 — Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, and Bosphorus cruise.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Grand Bazaar
Shop for spices, carpets, and jewelry.
Basilica Cistern
Walk among ancient columns and Medusa heads.
Bosphorus Cruise
Sail between Europe and Asia on the strait.
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Return to your central Istanbul hotel.
Day 3 — Fly to Cappadocia and explore Goreme Open Air Museum.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
Göreme Open Air Museum
View ancient rock-cut churches and frescoes.
Sultan Cave Suites
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Stay in a traditional cave hotel in Göreme.
Day 4 — Hot air balloon ride and valley hike at sunset.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Hot Air Balloon Ride
Soar over fairy chimneys at sunrise.
Rose Valley Hike
Hike through pink-hued rock formations.
Goreme Sunset Point
Watch the sun set over the unique landscape.
Sultan Cave Suites
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Rest in your cave suite after adventure.
Day 5 — Uchisar Castle and departure from Cappadocia.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Uchisar Castle
Climb the highest point in Cappadocia.
Avanos Town
Visit traditional pottery workshops.
Departure Transfer
Transfer to Nevşehir airport for flight home.
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