Istanbul & Cappadocia – 7 Nights
Introduction
Here is our recommended 7 night itinerary that gives you the chance to explore both Istanbul & the unique region in the centre of Turkey, known as Cappadocia. There are currently no direct flights from outside Turkey to Cappadocia, so here is a perfect opportunity to explore two contrasting places that offer a wealth of history, unique architecture and natural wonder as well as experiencing wonderful Turkish hospitality.
Trip Schedule
Here is the schedule of the trip. If you would like to change any find then please contact us.
| Day |
Suggested Itinerary |
| 1 |
Fly to Istanbul - transfer for internal flight (45 minutes) to Cappadocia, airport transfer to your accommodation. |
| 2 |
Day to customise yourselves to your new surroundings, relax at your unique hotel, take a walk around your environs, visit local places of interest. |
| 3 |
1 day guided tour of local sites with English speaking guide (transport included). Your sightseeing options will include: Open Air Museum, rock churches, castles, various viewpoints, and underground caves, unique ‘fairy chimneys’, local craft making; pottery, jewellery, painting and valley walks. |
| 4 |
Optional Balloon trip over the region or walk through one of the pretty valleys in the area and/or explore more of the local sites. Cappadocia is one of the best places in the world to take a balloon ride and prices are listed below for Balloon trips. |
| 5 |
Morning transfer to Airport internal flight to Attaturk Airport, Istanbul, transfer to your hotel. After lunch explore city on foot, visit The Blue Mosque followed by the Hagi Sophia. |
| 6 |
Take a boat ride on the Bosphorus to get wonderful views of the city, visit the Basilica Cistern in the afternoon followed by a traditional Turkish Hammam (sauna & massage) at one of the old marble buildings in the city |
| 7 |
After breakfast go and visit Topkapi Palace you can spend a whole day here if you wish - we suggest grabbing a sandwich and taking it with you to enjoy in the gardens. In the afternoon why not haggle your way to a bargain at the Spice and Grand Bazaars, then relax in a local café and watch the city go by. |
| 8 |
Transfer to Airport, return home |