Turkey Highlights: Istanbul & Cappadocia
5 days · 3 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore the historic Sultanahmet district.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
Central hotel in the heart of old Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia
Iconic Byzantine cathedral turned mosque.
Blue Mosque
Famous Ottoman mosque with six minarets.
Grand Bazaar
Massive covered market with hundreds of shops.
Day 2 — Visit Topkapi Palace, then fly to Cappadocia.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Topkapi Palace
Ottoman sultans' primary residence for 400 years.
Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
Goreme Sunset Point
Panoramic viewpoint over the fairy chimneys.
Sultan Cave Suites
Luxurious cave hotel in Göreme.
Day 3 — Hot air balloon ride and Göreme Open Air Museum.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Hot Air Balloon Flight
Sunrise flight over unique rock formations.
Göreme Open Air Museum
Ancient rock-cut churches with frescoes.
Uchisar Castle
Volcanic fortress with panoramic valley views.
Avanos
Traditional pottery town on the Red River.
Day 4 — Explore underground cities and Rose Valley hike.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Derinkuyu Underground City
Massive subterranean city housing thousands.
Rose Valley Hike
Scenic trail through pink-hued rock formations.
Zelve Open Air Museum
Valley of monasteries and rock dwellings.
Sultan Cave Suites
Relax in your cave suite for the evening.
Day 5 — Morning in Göreme and departure flight.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Pasabag Monks Valley
Famous 'fairy chimney' mushroom rocks.
Kaymakli Underground City
Another extensive multi-level underground city.
Departure Transfer
Transfer to Nevşehir or Kayseri airport.
Red Valley Viewpoint
Stunning red rock formations at sunset.
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