Istanbul&Cappadocia-Six Days
Istanbul&Cappadocia-Six Days
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6 Days
From
$980
$948
Istanbul&Cappadocia-Six Days
6 Days Starting and ending in istanbul
Visiting: İstanbul, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı, The Blue Mosque, Hippodrome of Constantinople, Grand Bazaar, Mısır Çarşısı, 15 July Martyrs Bridge, Cappadocia, Göreme Açık Hava Müzesi, Devrent (Imaginary Valley), Pasabag, Avanos, Uchisar Castle, Rose Valley, Çavuşin, Pigeon Valley, Ortahisar Castle, Kaymaklı
Tour operator:
Tour code:
39776P120
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Halal, Meat, Vegetarians, Different tastes from Turkish Cuisine with vegetarian option.
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Budget, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$980
$948 (USD)
BLACK FRIDAY SALE @ Tourhub: $32
Tour Overview
Visit Istanbul; where Asia Meets Europe and was the capital of 3 different empires, Walk on the historical Peninsula and visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi palace, enjoy cruising on the Bosphorus, and see the monuments among such as Ottoman mansions, Ortakoy Mosque and Dolmabahce Palace. Explore the Underground cities of Cappadocia and see rock-cut churches, storage rooms, and kitchens, learn history about early Christians from your local guide, take photos of the fairy chimneys from the best photo shoot points. Skip-The-Line tickets, 4* accommodation, Internal flight tickets, Airport transfers, Lunch at tours provided.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival To Istanbul
Location:
İstanbul
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Avicenna Hotel
Meals Included:
No Meals
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be greeted and driven to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 : Treasures Of Istanbul
Location:
İstanbul, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı, The Blue Mosque, Hippodrome of Constantinople, Grand Bazaar
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Avicenna Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your full-day tour. Explore Hagia Sophia; was the largest building on earth barring the Egyptian Pyramids or the Great Wall of China. It was the religious center of the city during the Byzantine period. Next; Topkapı Palace; As well as being the imperial residence of the Sultan, the palace was also the seat of government for the ottoman empire. It housed the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Continue to with Hippodrome; Built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203AD, during the Roman period hippodrome was the civil center for the people of the city where once 100,000 spectators could be held. Next, Blue Mosque; Built by the Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I in the year 1616, Blue mosque today is one of the most famous landmarks of the old city with its famous six minarets and magnificent dome. Next, Grand Bazaar; With 18 entrances and more than 4000 shops, is one of the greatest bazaars in the World. At the end of the tour drive you back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 : Cruising On Bosphorus / Flight To Kayseri
Location:
İstanbul, Mısır Çarşısı, 15 July Martyrs Bridge
Accommodation:
Cave Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Heaven Cave Suites
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, leave your luggage in the lobby. According to your pick-up time meet with your guide and start your half-day tour. Visit Spice Bazaar; It was called Egyptian Bazaar during the ottoman period because shopkeepers used to sell herbs and spices brought throughout Egypt and Asia. Next, Cruising on Bosphorus; where you will enjoy a magnificent view. A great history wıth beautiful nature. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, Rustem Pasa Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and further along with the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. After the tour drives you back to your hotel. Take your luggage and drive to Airport for your 1hour 30min domestic flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your driver who will drive you safely to your hotel. Check-in. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 4 : Fairy Chimneys Of Cappadocia
Location:
Cappadocia, Göreme Açık Hava Müzesi, Devrent (Imaginary Valley), Pasabag, Avanos, Uchisar Castle
Accommodation:
Cave Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Heaven Cave Suites
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your full-day tour. Explore Goreme Museum; consists of many rock-cut churches from the second half of 9C with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating the walls. Next; Devrent Valley; famous for its quirky animal-shaped rocks. It looks like a sculpture zoo made by nature. There is even a rock pillar that looks like the Virgin Mary, holding Jesus Christ. Take in the unique lunar landscape of the valley and feel like you're in another World. Next; Pasabagi which means: the Pacha's vineyard. This site is also called Monks Valley. The hermitage of Simeon monks was here. A chapel dedicated to St. Simeon (Simon), and a hermit's shelter is built into one of the fairy chimneys with three heads. Pasabag valley contains some of the most striking fairy chimneys in Cappadocia with twin and even triple rock caps. This style is unique even for Cappadocia and these fairy chimneys are named mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.
Next Avanos; where you will enjoy typical Turkish Lunch and experience make Potter with local experts. Next, we continue to Goreme Panorama, which has one of the best panoramic views of the Fairy chimneys. Next Uchisar the Naturel highest Rock Castle provides a magnificent panorama of the surrounding area. At the end of the tour drive you back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia
Day 5 : Underground Cities Of Cappadocia / Flight To Istanbul
Location:
Cappadocia, Rose Valley, Çavuşin, Pigeon Valley, Ortahisar Castle, Kaymaklı
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Avicenna Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your full-day tour. Visit Rose and Red Valley; is an incredibly unique area of Cappadocia with sharp ridges, tinted in pink especially during sunset! the minerals in the sandstone have a pink tinge. This pink becomes more and more evident throughout the day, peaking at sunset when the sun glows directly onto the Rose Valley giving it that fine shade of pink so many people come to see. Next Cavusin; is surrounded by a valley, which becomes gradually wider, called Red Valley. The houses of the village were cut into massive rock formations. The village is famous for its rock-churches. Next; Pigeon Valley; earned its name from the countless man-made dovecotes (Pigeon Houses) that have been carved into the soft volcanic tuff. Pigeon Valley is one of the best spots for walking in the marvelous Cappadocia region. Next; Underground Cities; once a place of refuge for 15000 Christians. These settlements were of enormous value to the development of Christianity as they provided shelter and worship and were in use until the end of 7C AD. Witness the ancient bedrooms, church, meeting hall, and food storage rooms in this eight-story city connected by 30km of corridors and passageways. Tour continues with Ortahisar; famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses, narrow streets and lovely churches as well as the castle-like rock formation after which the town is named. At the end of the tour drive you to Kayseri Airport for your 1hour 30min domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your driver who will drive you safely to your hotel. Check-in. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 6 : Departure Day
Location:
İstanbul
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out and according to your flight time drive you to Istanbul Airport. End of our service.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4-star hotel accommadation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfers from/to hotels
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free wifi at the hotels
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Fully Guided
Day tours with licensed English or Spanish Speaking tour guides
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Meals – Half Board
Meals plan as mentioned on the itinerary
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Domestic Flight Tickets
Economic class domestic flight tickets
What's Not Included
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Drinks with Meals
Drinks at lunchs
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Tipping and Gratuities
optional
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Entrance Fees
-Topkapi Palace Incl.
Hagia Irene: 320TL -Goreme Museum: 150TL -Kaymakli Underground City: 125TL -Zelve (Pasabag) 75TL Note: The tour guide will have pre-paid skip-the-line tickets to avoid long ticket queues.
The cost of used entry tickets can be paid to your guide in cash dollar, euro, or Turkish lira at tours
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
no
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
euro
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What is the maximum group size?
15
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
yes
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
no
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
yes
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What is the tipping policy?
Depends on the generous of the guests
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour is guaranteed departure
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Can we get a guide in our own language?
Yes, please contact us for further details
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
yes, mentioned on the price tab
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Economic class domestic flight tickets
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
no
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
easy
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4 star
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Company Instant Book
yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
yes
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