Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights

5 days · 5 suggested stays

Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul, explore Sultanahmet district. (overnight: Istanbul)

Hagia Sophia
Visit the iconic Byzantine cathedral-mosque.
Blue Mosque
See the stunning blue Iznik tiles inside.
Grand Bazaar
Wander the covered market with over 4000 shops.
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Stay in a luxury cave-style hotel.

Day 2 — Topkapi Palace and transfer to Cappadocia. (overnight: Istanbul)

Topkapi Palace
Explore the Ottoman sultans' residence.
Flight to Cappadocia
Fly from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
Uchisar Castle
Climb the volcanic rock fortress for views.
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Relax in a traditional cave suite.

Day 3 — Göreme Open Air Museum and underground cities. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Göreme Open Air Museum
View ancient rock-cut churches and frescoes.
Derinkuyu Underground City
Descend into the massive subterranean city.
Pigeon Valley
Hike through the scenic valley path.
Goreme Sunset Point
Watch the sunset over fairy chimneys.
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Suggested stay for tonight.

Day 4 — Rose Valley hike and Avanos pottery village. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Rose Valley
Trek through red-hued rock formations.
Avanos
Watch traditional pottery making demonstrations.
Selime Monastery
Explore the largest rock monastery complex.
Pasabag Monks Valley
See the famous mushroom-shaped rock caps.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Suggested stay for tonight.

Day 5 — Kaymakli Underground City and departure. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Kaymakli Underground City
Tour the extensive eight-level underground city.
Devrent Valley
View the imaginary-shaped rock formations.
Transfer to Airport
Private transfer to Nevşehir airport.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Suggested stay for tonight.

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