Marvel of Turkey Tour - 5 Days / 4 Nights
Tour Overview
This 5-day tour takes you to two of Turkey's most fascinating destinations: Istanbul and Cappadocia. In Istanbul, you'll explore the city's ancient history and modern culture, with visits to iconic landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. You'll also have time to wander through the bustling Grand Bazaar and taste the delicious local cuisine. Then, you'll fly to Cappadocia, where you'll discover the otherworldly landscape of fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, and ancient underground cities. Highlights of the Cappadocia leg of the tour include visits to the Goreme Open Air Museum, the Derinkuyu Underground City, and a sunrise hot air balloon ride. Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by expert local guides who will provide insights into the rich history and culture of Turkey. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Let’s start to explore Istanbul. The first visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sports activities in Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments; The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Column of Constantine. <br>Hagh
Welcome to Istanbul-Turkey. You arrive at the Istanbul Airport, we transfer to your hotel and you stay overnight.
Day 2 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Let’s start to explore Istanbul. The first visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sports activities in Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments; The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Column of Constantine. Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Hagia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian then in 1453 renovated into a mosque by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and welcomed both local and foreign visitors. (Closed on Monday) Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breathtaking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey. Also, it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday) Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administration and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury´s sacred Islamic relics, palace kitchens, and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday) Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewelry, Turkish delight, gold, antique tiles, etc.. (Closed on Sunday) At the end of the tour, you go back to your hotel and your stay overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 : Istanbul - Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and drive to the Istanbul Airport and to the Kayseri Airport. After landing, our guide will welcome you and the first place that you visit Goreme Open-Air Museum which is a member of UNESCO World Heritage consisting of five Byzantine Orthodox churches. After we visit Uchisar Castle which has many rooms hollowed out into the rock are connected to each other with stairs, tunnels, and passages.
After the lunch break, we visit Pasabagi (Monks Valley) the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys with twin and even triple rock caps are very unique even for Cappadocia. We also visit Avanos (Pottery).
The last stop is Devrent Valley which is famous for its unique landscape.
After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. And you stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 4 : Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
In the morning, you will be picked up by our guide from your hotel. We visit Cavusin Village (Rose Valley), the Fairy Chimneys look like mushrooms. There are amazing churches and remnants of Christian history. After, we visit Ortahisar Castle similar to Uchisar Castle in style where storage caves can also be observed. After having time for lunch, we visit Kaymakli Underground City where early Christians lived in fear and faith. On the way back, we visit Panoramic Pigeon Valley where pigeons contributed to the lives of locals with their manure to fertilize the vineyards. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. And you stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 5 : Cappadocia - Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
In the morning, you transfer to the airport. And you fly to Istanbul and fly back to your country.
What's Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Professional Tour Guide
Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
4 Nights Accommodation in 4* and Cave Hotels
All Domestic Flights
Insurance
What's Not Included
Beverages
Entrance fees to all attractions
Know Before You Go
- Public Transportation Nearby
- Infants Must Sit On Laps
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- Entrance fee to Goreme (20 €)
- Entrance fee to Pasabag (12 €)
- Entrance fee to Hagia Sophia (25 €)
- Entrance fee to Topkapi Palace (2000 TRY)
- For the Istanbul part of the tour, pick-up and drop-off is provided from centrally located hotels in Istanbul.
For the Cappadocia part of the tour, pick-up and drop-off is provided from Kayseri or Nevsehir airports, as well as hotels in the Cappadocia region.
Exact pick-up times and locations will be confirmed by the tour operator prior to the tour date.
Mode of Transport
Travel in a fully air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy all domestic flights included in the tour, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey between destinations.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights of luxury accommodation in top-rated hotels, ensuring comfort and relaxation throughout your stay in Turkey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
Travel is in a fully air-conditioned vehicle, and all domestic flights are included in the tour, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey between destinations.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will enjoy 4 nights of luxury accommodation in top-rated hotels, ensuring comfort and relaxation throughout your stay in Turkey.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Will there be a professional guide during the tour?
Yes, you will be accompanied by expert local guides who will provide insights into the rich history and culture of Turkey.
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What are some of the key attractions visited in Istanbul?
In Istanbul, you will visit iconic landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.
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What are the highlights of the Cappadocia leg of the tour?
In Cappadocia, you will visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, Derinkuyu Underground City, and enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride. Other attractions include Uchisar Castle, Pasabagi (Monks Valley), Avanos, Devrent Valley, Cavusin Village, and Ortahisar Castle.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?
No, entrance fees to all attractions are not included in the tour price.
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Is the tour suitable for infants or people with mobility issues?
The tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible, and infant seats are unavailable. It is also not suitable for pets.
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What should I know before going on this tour?
Public transportation is nearby, infants must sit on laps, and a passport is required.
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Where are the pick-up and drop-off locations for the tour?
For the Istanbul part of the tour, pick-up and drop-off is provided from centrally located hotels in Istanbul. For the Cappadocia part of the tour, pick-up and drop-off is provided from Kayseri or Nevsehir airports, as well as hotels in the Cappadocia region. Exact pick-up times and locations will be confirmed by the tour operator prior to the tour date.
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I am not staying in a hotel, what is the closest pick point? Do you pick up from private residences?
Most tour operators do not pick up from private residences. You need to provide the nearest major hotel to where you staying, and enter these details as the pick up in the booking request. Alternatively you can make a way to the main departure point listed on the service details page under the heading Location.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
It may be possible to amend your booking, however this depends upon the type of amendment required and is at the discretion of the travel service provider. Send your service booking number and specific details of your amendment, and we will be able to advise if the change/amendment is possible.
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Do I require any sort of photo ID?
Yes, the travel provider who is providing the service requires valid photo ID such as a passport, drivers license or any other form of identification displaying a current photo of the lead traveller in the booking. This is required to protect your purchase. Not all passengers require photo ID upon departure. The main passenger (lead traveler) in the booking will definitely require this.
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What time does my tour depart?
Your tour departure information can be found on the service voucher under the heading Important Information (Notes), or in the confirmation details. If there is no time listed, you will be required to call the travel service provider at least 24 hours prior to the departure date to reconfirm tour meeting point and departure time.
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What languages are available for this tour?
The majority of the tours and services provided are available in English only. If another language is available, this will be mentioned in the Additional Info (Notes) section on the service details page.
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Free Date Changes
Turkey Tours Company allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Turkey Tours Company allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform turkey tours company, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Turkey Tours Company requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of turkey tours company charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 44 days before tour starts: Forfeit 35% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 6 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Marvel of Turkey Tour - 5 Days / 4 Nights
5 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Cappadocia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
449040
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
