Istanbul & Cappadocia History Tour

5 days · 5 suggested stays

Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore Sultanahmet (overnight: Istanbul)

Basilica Cistern
Mystical underground water reservoir with Medusa heads.
Blue Mosque
Stunning 17th-century mosque with blue tiles.
Grand Bazaar
One of the largest covered markets in the world.
Blue House Hostel — More hotels
Budget-friendly hostel in central location.

Day 2 — Istanbul museums and transfer to Cappadocia (overnight: Istanbul)

Chora Church
Byzantine church with exquisite mosaics and frescoes.
Spice Bazaar
Vibrant market selling Turkish delight and spices.
Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel — More hotels
Traditional cave hotel in Göreme center.

Day 3 — Cappadocia valleys and underground city (overnight: Cappadocia)

Kaymakli Underground City
Massive ancient subterranean city for refuge.
Zelve Open Air Museum
Abandoned monastic valley with rock dwellings.
Avanos Pottery
Watch artisans make pottery on the riverbank.
Göreme Sunset Point
Panoramic view of fairy chimneys at dusk.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Suggested stay for tonight.

Day 4 — Rose Valley hike and Uchisar Castle (overnight: Cappadocia)

Uchisar Castle
Volcanic rock fortress with panoramic views.
Rose Valley Hike
Scenic trail through red-hued rock formations.
Red Valley
Dramatic canyon perfect for photography.
Pasabag Monks Valley
Valley known for its mushroom-shaped rocks.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Suggested stay for tonight.

Day 5 — Devrent Valley and departure (overnight: Cappadocia)

Devrent Valley
Imagination Valley with colorful rock shapes.
Love Valley
Romantic valley with phallic rock pillars.
Selime Monastery
Largest monastery carved into fairy chimneys.
Departure Transfer
Transfer to Nevşehir or Kayseri airport.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Suggested stay for tonight.

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