3 Day Istanbul To Cappadocia Tour
3-Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul – A Perfect Extended Adventure!
This slightly extended 3-day tour is the perfect way to experience the best of Cappadocia while allowing enough time to explore other top destinations in Turkey. Discover the breathtaking valleys, rock-cut churches, underground cities, and fairy chimneys as you tour both North and South Cappadocia.
🔹 Tour Highlights
✔ Round-trip flights or overnight bus from Istanbul to Cappadocia
✔ Two full-day guided tours covering North & South Cappadocia
✔ Explore UNESCO-listed Göreme Open-Air Museum & Underground Cities
✔ Hike through stunning valleys & visit iconic fairy chimneys
✔ Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride for a breathtaking experience
✔ Option to return to Istanbul or continue your journey to another destination
Itinerary
The first day of your tour is designated for travel from Istanbul to Cappadocia, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey before you begin your adventure in this magical region.
✈️ Morning: Flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia
🚖 Pick-up from your accommodation in Istanbul
🛫 Short 1-hour flight to Cappadocia (Kayseri/Nevşehir Airport)
🚖 Arrival & transfer to your accommodation in Cappadocia
📌 Relax upon arrival and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
🏨 Overnight Stay in Cappadocia (Optional: Upgrade to a Cave Hotel for a unique experience!)
🌙 Optional Evening Activity – Turkish Night Show & Dinner
🍽️ Experience Traditional Turkish Entertainment (Optional Add-On)
Enjoy an authentic Turkish night show featuring Whirling Dervishes, belly dancing, folk performances, and a traditional Turkish wedding demonstration.
Savor a delicious dinner with unlimited drinks, all in a unique cave restaurant for a truly immersive experience.
📌 This activity is optional and requires an additional cost. Please let us know if you’d like to join!
✨ A relaxing travel day, setting you up for an exciting adventure in Cappadocia! ✨
Your second day in Cappadocia is packed with breathtaking landscapes, ancient history, and cultural experiences. Start the morning with an optional hot air balloon ride, followed by a full-day exploration of North Cappadocia’s most iconic sights.
☀️ Early Morning – Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (Highly Recommended!)
🎈 Experience Cappadocia’s Magical Sunrise from Above
Float over the fairy chimneys, valleys, and rock formations, witnessing one of the world’s most beautiful sunrises.
Marvel at the golden hues illuminating Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes.
After landing, enjoy a celebratory drink and receive a commemorative flight certificate.
📌 This experience is optional and incurs an additional cost. Due to high demand, early booking is strongly recommended!
🚖 Return to Your Hotel & Enjoy Breakfast
🚶♂️ 10:00 AM – Full-Day North Cappadocia Tour
🏛️ Goreme Open-Air Museum (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Walk through an incredible complex of rock-hewn churches and monasteries, decorated with stunning 10th-century frescoes.
Learn about the early Christian communities who once lived in these stone-carved dwellings.
🏺 Avanos – The Pottery Town
Visit Avanos, a town famous for its 3,000-year-old pottery-making tradition.
Watch a live pottery demonstration, and if you like, try shaping clay on a traditional wheel.
📸 Goreme Esentepe – A Stunning Panoramic Viewpoint
Stop at Goreme Esentepe, offering spectacular views of Cappadocia’s unique landscape.
Take unforgettable photos of the valleys, fairy chimneys, and rock formations.
🏜️ Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley)
Walk through a landscape of whimsical rock formations, where fairy chimneys resemble animals and mythical creatures.
Let your imagination run wild as you identify camel-shaped, dolphin-shaped, and other unusual rock formations.
📍 The Three Beauties of Urgup – A Famous Overlook
Stop at this legendary viewpoint, featuring three fairy chimneys steeped in local folklore.
Capture stunning photos with a panoramic backdrop of the town of Urgup.
🕔 17:00 – Return to Your Accommodation
After an exciting day of exploration, return to your hotel to relax or freshen up.
🌙 Evening – Optional: Turkish Night Show & Dinner
🍽️ Experience Traditional Turkish Entertainment (Optional Add-On)
Enjoy an authentic Turkish night show featuring Whirling Dervishes, belly dancing, folk performances, and even a Turkish wedding demonstration.
Savor a delicious dinner with unlimited drinks, all in a unique cave restaurant for a truly immersive experience.
📌 This activity is optional and requires an additional cost. Please let us know if you’d like to join!
🏨 Overnight Stay in Cappadocia
Rest in a traditional cave hotel or modern accommodation, preparing for another exciting day ahead.
✨ A full day of adventure, culture, and breathtaking sights in Cappadocia! ✨
Your final day in Cappadocia is filled with stunning valleys, ancient underground cities, and breathtaking landscapes. You’ll explore hidden cave churches, rock formations, and historical sites, before catching your evening flight back to Istanbul.
🚶♂️ 10:00 AM – Full-Day South Cappadocia Tour
🏚️ Underground City (Kaymaklı or Derinkuyu)
Explore one of Cappadocia’s largest underground cities, where early Christians sought refuge from persecution.
Walk through intricate tunnels, hidden chambers, storage rooms, kitchens, and chapels, all carved deep into the rock.
Learn about how thousands of people once lived underground for extended periods to avoid invaders.
🌹 Rose Valley – A Walk Through Cappadocia’s Pink-Hued Landscape
Named after its brilliant rose-colored rock formations, this picturesque valley is perfect for hiking.
Discover hidden cave churches and ancient rock-cut homes.
🟥 Red Valley – A Stunning Natural Wonder
Explore one of the most photogenic valleys in Cappadocia, famous for its deep red and orange rock formations.
Hike through narrow paths and tunnels, experiencing the raw beauty of the region.
🕊️ Pigeon Valley – A Historical Look into Cappadocia’s Past
Named after the thousands of pigeon houses carved into the rock formations, which were once used for collecting pigeon guano as fertilizer.
Enjoy a scenic walk through the valley, learning about its unique agricultural history.
❤️ Love Valley – Cappadocia’s Most Unique Landscape
Famous for its tall, naturally-formed rock formations, which resemble massive stone pillars.
One of the most popular photography spots, offering unforgettable panoramic views.
🕔 17:00 – Return to Your Accommodation
After a full day of exploration, you’ll have time to relax and freshen up before your flight.
🛫 Evening – Flight Back to Istanbul
🚖 Transfer to Kayseri/Nevşehir Airport
🛫 1-hour flight back to Istanbul
🚖 Transfer to your accommodation in Istanbul
📌 Flights are scheduled to ensure a smooth journey back to Istanbul.
📌 Important Notes
Round-trip domestic flights from Istanbul are included.
Pickups and drop-offs in Cappadocia are arranged for a seamless experience.
Flexible tour ending—extend your stay or continue to another destination upon request.
✨ End of Tour – A Short but Unforgettable Cappadocia Experience!
This 3-day Cappadocia tour is ideal for travelers looking to explore the best of the region in a limited timeframe, while ensuring a smooth and efficient return to Istanbul.
📌 Let us know your preferred dates so we can arrange the best flights for you!
Includes
- Domestic Flights
- Accommodations
- Hotel transfers
- Entrance tickets
- City transfers
- Guided tours
Rates and Room Options
Rates are calculated per person based on shared accommodations in double, twin, or triple private rooms.
Steps to Inquire or Book:
Press “BOOK NOW” above to submit an inquiry or book your package tour. The package includes standard-range accommodations by default.
Once your inquiry or booking is completed, you can email us to request upgrades or adjustments, such as:
Upgrades to ‘Top End’ or ‘Premium’ accommodations
A single private room
Dorm rooms for budget travelers
For details on included accommodation options, visit the ‘Accommodation Options’ tab above.
Deposit Payment:
A 30%–40% deposit is required for most tours.
Some tours may require a higher deposit or full payment.
Balance Payment:
The remaining balance is due upon arrival in Turkey.
Luggage Allowance on Flights (if included in your tour):
Domestic flights in Turkey include a 15 kg baggage allowance per person.
If additional luggage allowance is needed, an extra charge may apply. Please contact us for details before booking your tour.
Standart
Cappadocia : Dinler Hotel, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, or similar
Top End
Cappadocia : Uchisar Kaya Hotel, Ramada Hotel, or similar
Premium
Cappadocia : Kayakapi Premium Caves, DoubleTree by Hilton Avanos, or similar
Cappadocia 2 Night