6-Day Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Pamukkale Adventure

Day 1: ARRIVAL & AIRPORT TRANSFER

Welcome to Istanbul!

Upon arrival, our driver will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

Depending on your arrival time, you may choose to join our optional Dinner Cruise tour. 

Overnight in Istanbul

Day 2: EXPLORE OLD CITY

Overnight in Istanbul

Breakfast at the hotel & Lunch at the local restaurant are included

Day 3: CAPPADOCIA NORTH TOUR

Pick up from hotel early morning and transfer to airport to take a flight to Cappadocia. Once you arrive to Istanbul Airport, please proceed to counter to do self check-in and take your boarding pass by presenting your passport. Upon the boarding pass information, please go to boarding gate and embark.

After your arrival to airport, pick up at the exit of first gate by driver. (Holding a sign with your name on it.) Transfer you to join the Northern Cappadocia Tour.
Discover the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia on a guided tour:

• Devrent Valley: Begin by marveling at the unique fairy chimneys in this otherworldly setting.
• Pasabag (Monk’s Valley): Continue to see the fascinating mushroom-shaped rock formations, some of the most striking in the region.
• Avanos: Travel to this charming city known for its traditional pottery.
• Göreme Open-Air Museum: In the afternoon, explore this beautiful site where rock-cut churches and ancient Christian settlements reveal a rich historical tapestry.
• Uçhisar: Conclude your tour with a visit to the natural rock formations and castle at Uçhisar.

Return to your hotel for the evening.

Overnight in Cappadocia

Lunch at the local restaurant is included

Fly from Istanbul to Cappadocia

Day 4: CAPPADOCIA SOUTH TOUR & FLY TO IZMIR

You can enhance your experience with an optional early morning hot air balloon ride. For pricing and booking details, please consult your tour advisor.

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on another full day exploring Cappadocia:

• Red Valley: Begin with a visit to Red Valley to see its stunning rock formations and explore rock-cut churches. Enjoy a 5 km hike through the scenic Güllüdere Valley.
• Çavuşin Village: Next, visit this historic village known for its unique houses and churches once occupied by Christian clergy.
• Pigeon Valley: Drive to Pigeon Valley, renowned for its ancient pigeon houses carved into the cliffs.
• Ozkonak Underground City: In the afternoon, explore this fascinating underground city where early Christians sought refuge.

Overnight in Kusadasi

Breakfast at the hotel & Lunch at the local restaurant are included

After the tour, we will transfer you to Cappadocia Airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi.

Day 5: EXPLORE PAMUKKALE

After breakfast, head to the stunning white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, also known as Cotton Castle. Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, renowned in Roman times for its therapeutic hot springs. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit, as you’ll have the opportunity to relax in the thermal waters of Pamukkale.

Overnight in Istanbul

Breakfast at the hotel & Lunch at the local restaurant are included

End of the tour, transfer to Cardak Airport to take the return flight to Istanbul. Arrival to airport, pick up by agent and transfer to hotel.

Day 6: DEPARTURE & AIRPORT TRANSFER

After breakfast, our tour comes to an end. We will transfer you to the airport for your international flight.

Breakfast at the hotel is included