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Day 1
Istanbul Arrival
Arrive Istanbul. Check into boutique hotel in Sultanahmet. Evening Bosphorus dinner cruise.
Overview
About this package
Eight days straddling two continents. Wander the Byzantine grandeur of the Hagia Sophia, get lost in the Grand Bazaar's labyrinth of silks and spices, then fly east to Cappadocia — where volcanic fairy chimneys rise from moonscapes, underground cities plunge eight levels deep, and dawn means dozens of hot-air balloons drifting over rose valleys. Turkey is the world in miniature.
Hot Air Balloon Ride at Dawn CappadociaHagia Sophia & Topkapi PalaceGrand Bazaar Spice HuntCave Hotel Stay GöremeBosphorus Sunset Cruise Istanbul
Who it suits
Who this trip is built for
Culture & heritageGuided touringSlow travel
Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
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Day 2
Imperial Istanbul
Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia (now mosque), Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar.
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Day 3
Bosphorus & Beyoğlu
Morning Bosphorus cruise past Ottoman palaces. Afternoon Galata Tower and Istiklal Street.
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Day 4
Fly to Cappadocia
Morning flight to Kayseri. Transfer to Göreme. Cave hotel check-in. Sunset hike in Rose Valley.
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Day 5
Balloon at Dawn
Pre-dawn pickup for your hot air balloon ride over fairy chimneys. A moment you'll never forget.
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Day 6
Underground Cities
Derinkuyu underground city (8 levels). Pasabag mushroom valley. Avanos pottery workshop.
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Day 7
Ihlara Valley Hike
Hike through canyon with Byzantine rock churches. Traditional pottery-fired lunch.
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Day 8
Departure
Morning ATV ride optional. Transfer Kayseri for flight to Istanbul, then departure.
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Istanbul & Cappadocia Magic, in frame
What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- Istanbul–Kayseri domestic flight
- 7 nights (boutique hotel Istanbul + cave hotel Cappadocia)
- Daily breakfast
- Hot air balloon ride
- Istanbul full-day city tour
Not Included
- International flights
- Turkey e-visa ($50)
- Lunches & dinners
- Turkish bath (optional)
Best Time to Travel
April to June, September to October
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Istanbul & Cappadocia Magic trip?
8 days, 7 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Istanbul & Cappadocia Magic trip?
April to June, September to October
What's included in the Istanbul & Cappadocia Magic package?
Istanbul–Kayseri domestic flight; 7 nights (boutique hotel Istanbul + cave hotel Cappadocia); Daily breakfast; Hot air balloon ride; Istanbul full-day city tour
What's not included in the Istanbul & Cappadocia Magic package?
International flights; Turkey e-visa ($50); Lunches & dinners; Turkish bath (optional)
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