Istanbul &Cappadocia,Turkey
Discovery
$2299
6 nights in Turkey
Istanbul
See Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace
Sunset Bosphorus Cruise
With dinner, drinks & entertainment
Cave Hotel
Experience a truly unique stay
Cappadocia
Otherworldly valleys & ancient cities
About this trip...
What's included?
Transfers-
Return flights from Istanbul to Cappadocia
Room for sole use
Breakfast daily, three lunches & one dinner
Welcome drink 
Bosphorus cruise with dinner, drinks and entertainment-
Guided tours in Istanbul, including Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace
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Visit the stunning Blue Mosque
Visit to Goreme Open Air Museum-
Guided tours in Cappadocia
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
What's extra:
- International flights are not included Let us help you book them! Learn more.
- Travel insurance
- Tips & drinks
- Meals when not included in the itinerary
- Activities when not included in the itinerary
Itinerary
- Arrive in Istanbul, welcome dinner and cruise
- Istanbul City Tour
- Spice Market & Leisure Time
- Fly to Cappadocia and day at leisure
- Cappadocia Tour
- Valleys & Underground Cities
- Departure day, fly to Istanbul
What you'll be doing
Day One: Arrival at Istanbul Airport
Welcome to Turkey and the vibrant city of Istanbul, where East meets West. On arrival at Istanbul Airport, you’ll be met by your local guide and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. After time to settle in, enjoy your first taste of Turkish culture this evening with a memorable dinner cruise along the Bosphorus.
- Dinner included
Day Two: Istanbul City Tour
After breakfast, discover some of Istanbul’s most iconic sights on a guided walking tour through the city’s historic heart. Visit the ancient Hippodrome, once the centre of Byzantine sporting and social life, before exploring the magnificent Blue Mosque with its striking domes and famous blue Iznik tiles.
Continue to the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, one of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon, visit the opulent Topkapi Palace, home to Ottoman sultans for centuries, and nearby Hagia Irene Church. Your day concludes with free time to browse the colourful stalls and winding lanes of the legendary Grand Bazaar.
- Breakfast & lunch included
Day Three: Spice Market & Leisure Time
After breakfast, soak up the sights, sounds and aromas of Istanbul at the famous Spice Market, one of the city’s oldest covered bazaars. Browse stalls overflowing with exotic spices, Turkish delight, teas and local delicacies.
The remainder of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Perhaps relax in a traditional Turkish hammam, enjoy a Bosphorus-side café or continue discovering Istanbul’s fascinating mix of history and culture. (see FAQs for more to explore below).
- Breakfast included
Day Four: Fly to Cappadocia & day at leisure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your included domestic flight to Cappadocia, one of Turkey’s most extraordinary regions. On arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and take in Cappadocia’s unique landscape of fairy chimneys, cave dwellings and dramatic valleys.
- Breakfast included
Day Five: Cappadocia Tour
Early risers may choose to join an optional hot air balloon flight at sunrise for unforgettable views over Cappadocia’s spectacular volcanic landscapes (see FAQs for more to explore below).
Today’s included touring showcases some of the region’s most famous sights. Visit the surreal rock formations of Devrent Valley, the panoramic viewpoint at Uchisar Castle and the UNESCO-listed Goreme Open Air Museum, home to ancient rock-cut churches and monasteries.
Continue to the valleys of Pasabag and Zelve, known for their striking fairy chimneys, before exploring the riverside town of Avanos, famous for its centuries-old pottery traditions.
- Breakfast & lunch included
Day Six: Valleys and Underground Cities
Today’s exploration of Cappadocia begins in the beautiful Red Valley, renowned for its colourful rock formations, before continuing to the charming village of Cavusin.
Later, discover the fascinating Ozkonak Underground City, an ancient subterranean settlement carved deep into the rock. After lunch, enjoy views across Pigeon Valley and visit Ortahisar Castle, the largest fairy chimney in Cappadocia.
This evening, there may be the opportunity to join an optional Turkish Night with traditional entertainment and dinner.
- Breakfast & lunch included
Day Seven: Departure, fly home via Istanbul
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and some free time before transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul to connect with your international flight.
- Breakfast included
Accommodations
(as specified or similar)- Day 1 - 3 | Royan Hotel Hagia Sophia Istanbul
- Day 4 - 6 | Temenni Evi Cave Hotel 3-star
Day 4 - 6 | Temenni Evi Cave Hotel 3-star
Temenni Evi Hotel is a charming boutique cave hotel in the heart of Cappadocia, combining beautifully restored stone houses and cave rooms with panoramic views over Ürgüp. Blending traditional Anatolian character with modern comforts, the hotel features a terrace restaurant, bar and relaxing lounge areas, creating an authentic and atmospheric base for exploring the region.
The nature of this hotel means that rooms differ in size and amenities, each has its own unique character, and we cannot guarantee room type.
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
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Istanbul, optional Hamam experience: £95 pp
Located in the heart of the historical peninsula, at a walking distance from Grand Bazaar and serving since 1584, the historical Çemberlitaş Hamam is a great place for a Turkish bath.
The Turkish Bath is a traditional type of public bathing which is essentially based on the ancient Roman bathing culture and the principles of the steam bath. Combining this with the traditional Turkish scrub, it became an integral part of Turkish culture as well as an important part of social life. Enjoy a scrub, followed by a foaming cleanse, then some by time to relax and enjoy the ancient bathing ritual of the Ottoman Sultans.
Includes: admission, scrubbing, foaming, shampoo, soap, towels, and a hair dryer.
Cappadocia, optional hot air balloon flight: £230 pp
Begin your day with a hotel pick-up an hour before sunrise, ensuring you catch the magical sunrise. The adventure begins as skilled pilots select a unique take-off site based on the day's wind direction, ensuring maximum flight time and a captivating path over stunning landscapes. Ascend into the sky, witnessing the world transform into a breathtaking panorama. Float gracefully through canyons and soar high above the landscape. Experience extraordinary views that only a hot air balloon can offer and witness an impressive spectacle. After a gentle descent, prepare for a soft landing. To celebrate the day, toast with a glass of non-alcoholic sparkling wine and receive a personalized flight certificate.
Please book before departure, we cannot guarantee price/availability in resort.
Whether you'd like us to arrange your flights or prefer to book your own, we're here to make the process easy. Our team can secure flights from the location that suits you best or provide all the arrival and departure details you'll need if booking independently.
Arrival & departure airport transfers are included for the majority of our trips EXCEPT our UK Breaks, regardless if you book your own flights or if we book them for you. To learn more about flight options, payments, and transfers, click here.
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance before any trip — it safeguards you against unexpected issues like illness, cancellations, or lost luggage. It also protects your health and travel investment, giving you peace of mind to fully enjoy your journey. Click here to learn more.
IF A TRIP INCLUDES A HIGH RISK OPTIONAL EXCURSION OR INCLUSION – HOT AIR BALLOON, 4X4 OFF ROAD, SNOW MOBILING, QUAD BIKING, MOTORBIKES – the following sentence needs to be added to the insurance section.
If you are taking part in an excursion which includes hot air ballooning, 4 x 4 off road drives, quad biking, motorcycling or snowmobiling you need to check your travel insurer will offer you adequate cover. You will also need to sign a waiver form.
