6D5N MINI ISTANBUL & CAPPADOCIA (PRIVATE)
Overview
This 6-day, 5-night private tour offers a captivating journey through Istanbul and Cappadocia, perfect for travelers seeking an immersive yet condensed experience of Turkey’s rich heritage and striking landscapes. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be warmly greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel for a restful overnight stay.
Begin your exploration of Istanbul on day two with a full day of sightseeing. Marvel at the Blue Mosque, renowned for its beautiful Iznik tiles and distinctive six minarets, before visiting the ancient Hippodrome, once the heart of the city’s political and sporting life. Nearby, you’ll explore the iconic Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century basilica revered for its architectural grandeur. After lunch, visit Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, to view its priceless collections. End the day wandering through the vibrant Grand Bazaar, where you can enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee experience at Sark Kahvesi, a historic coffee roaster within the market.
On the third day, you’ll embark on a half-day tour beginning at the lively Spice Market. Filled with exotic spices, herbs, and dried fruits, this bustling marketplace has delighted visitors for over three centuries. From here, enjoy a Bosphorus cruise, passing Ottoman mansions, palaces, and charming villages. Following this, you’ll catch a flight to Kayseri and transfer to your Cappadocia hotel for dinner and a night surrounded by Cappadocia’s enchanting landscapes.
Day four offers an optional hot air balloon flight, allowing you to witness Cappadocia’s iconic rock formations from the sky. Later, after breakfast, you’ll explore Cappadocia’s famous valleys and its unique “fairy chimneys.” Highlights include the Goreme Open Air Museum, an ancient Underground City, and panoramic views of Uchisar Valley. Avanos, known for its traditional pottery, and other valleys provide insight into the rich geological and cultural history of the area. Return to your hotel in Cappadocia for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
The fifth day sees you returning to Istanbul via a domestic flight, with a transfer back to your hotel upon arrival. Finally, after a leisurely breakfast on day six, you’ll be transferred to Istanbul Airport for your departure, concluding a memorable journey through two of Turkey’s most beloved destinations.
Included/Excluded
- Domestic flight tickets -Istanbul to Ankara and Izmir to Istanbul
- Sightseeing as per above itinerary
- Hotel Accommodation at below suggested hotels or similar category
- Daily standard tourist meals where indicated on tour program. ( Drinks are not included during the Dinners )
- Transportation by A/C deluxe vehicle
- English speaking professional tour guide
- All entry fees to the sites & museums
- Tips to the hotel and restaurant staff Service charges & local taxes Tips to tour guide and driver.
- Return International Flight Ticket
- Personal expenses, optional tour and any not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Travel Insurance
- Drinks and meals which are not listed at tour program.
- Optional Hot Air Balloon estimated USD 320 depends on Low or Peak season (based on seasonality)
Day 1 Istanbul
- Arrive in Istanbul.
- Meet at the airport.
- Transfer to the hotel.
- Check-in for an overnight stay.
Day 2 Istanbul (Breakfast/Lunch)
- After breakfast, begin full day sightseeing in Istanbul.
- Start with a visit to the Sultanahmet Mosque, also known as The Blue Mosque.
- Admire the beautiful blue Iznik tiles and its unique six minarets.
- Proceed to the Hippodrome, once the center of sporting and political activities.
- Explore the nearby Hagia Sophia, a marvel of world architecture built as a basilica in the 6th century.
- Enjoy lunch before visiting Topkapi Palace, former imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans.
- View priceless collections of porcelain, jewelry, calligraphy, and art.
- Conclude the tour with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, the world’s largest covered market.
- Explore nearly 4000 shops offering antiques, jewelry, and carpets.
- Unique Moment: Experience Turkish coffee from Sark Kahvesi, historical coffee roasters located in the Grand Bazaar, showcasing traditional blends prepared with expertise and passion.
Day 3 Istanbul – Cappadocia (Domestic Flight not included) (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- After breakfast, embark on a half-day sightseeing tour in Istanbul.
- Begin with a visit to the Spice Market, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, built in the 17th century.
- Explore the corridors filled with exotic oils, herbs, spices, nuts, honey, dried fruits, sweets, and herbal remedies.
- Experience the rich aromas that have filled the market for nearly 350 years, immersing yourself in the atmosphere of a spice trader.
- Continue the tour with a Bosphorus Cruise on a regular boat.
- Sail through the waterway separating Asia and Europe.
- Admire Ottoman wooden mansions, marble palaces, foreign embassies estates, and small fishing villages along the way.
- Don’t miss sightseeing spots such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and Beylerbeyi.
- After the cruise, transfer to Istanbul airport for departure flight to Kayseri.
- Upon arrival at Kayseri airport, transfer to the hotel in Cappadocia.
- Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 4 Cappadocia (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with a hot air balloon flight over the distinctive landscapes of Cappadocia. Enjoy breathtaking views of the unique rock formations from above. Departure is guaranteed if weather conditions permit.
- After breakfast, embark on an exploration of the famous valleys of Cappadocia, renowned for their unique natural rock formations.
- Learn about the geological history of the region, where volcanic eruptions and erosion have shaped the landscape over millennia.
- Discover the iconic “fairy chimneys” and explore the ancient rock-carved structures, including homes, churches, and chapels, created by the Hittites and early Christians.
- Visit key attractions such as the Underground City, Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent, Pasabag, Uchisar Valley (with panoramic views), Avanos, and Urgup (known as Three Beauties).
- Take the opportunity to purchase pottery crafted using the traditional kick-wheel method in Avanos.
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel, surrounded by the unique beauty of Cappadocia.
After breakfast, we will explore the famous valleys of Cappadocia. It is a unique location in the world with one of a kind natural rock formation.. Erosion shaped them into famous formations, which are called “fairy chimneys”.. Hittites chiselled the soft tufa stones to carve out this fairy tale world into homes, stables, shops, churches, hospitals, etc. etc. Early Christians carved caves and made frescoes of Biblical scenes on the walls of these rock-carved chapels. We will visit Goreme Open air Museum, Kaymakli Underground Cistern, Devrent, Pigeon, Pasabag and Avanos valleys, the latter providing us with the opportunity to purchase some pottery made with kick-wheel method that has been shaped here for millennia.
Dinner and overnight at hotel in Cappadocia
Day 5 Cappadocia – Istanbul (Domestic Flight not included) (Breakfast)
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Kayseri airport for a domestic flight back to Istanbul.
- Upon arrival in Istanbul, transfer to the hotel.
Day 6 Istanbul – Departure (Breakfast)
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Istanbul Airport for departure flight back home.
| NO OF PAX | PACKAGE PRICE (MYR) |
|---|---|
| 02PAXS | MYR 9230 |
| 03 PAXS | MYR 7170 |
| 04 PAXS | MYR 6130 |
| 05 PAXS | MYR 5510 |
| 06 PAXS | MYR 5080 |
| 07 PAXS | MYR 4800 |
| SINGLE SUPPLEMENT | MYR 2040 |
| CITY | HOTELS 4star |
|---|---|
| Istanbul | Hotel Beyaz Saray or similar, |
| Cappadocia | Dilek Kaya Hotel or similar |
