Flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia – ATV Quad Bike Ride (Included) - Accommodation at Cappadocia

Istanbul - Begin your Cappadocia adventure with a convenient transfer to the airport. The driver will collect you from your hotel reception or Airbnb (provided parking is available) and take you to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. The journey from Istanbul to Cappadocia takes approximately one and a half hours. Upon arrival at Cappadocia Airport, a driver will be waiting at the arrivals terminal exit with a sign displaying your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia, which is about an hour’s drive away.

ATV Tour in Cappadocia - ATV Quad Bike Ride (INCLUDED): You will be transported to the starting point of the ATV ride, where you’ll embark on an exhilarating one-hour safari on your private ATV. This thrilling outdoor adventure will take you through the stunning valleys of Cappadocia, with stops for scenic photo opportunities. It will feel like you’re driving on the moon, exploring the unique landscapes. The adventure lasts approximately one hour.

Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) - Semi-Private Cappadocia Tour with Underground City – Accommodation at Cappadocia

Cappadocia Balloon Tours - Hot Air Balloon Ride (INCLUDED FOR OPTIONS OF “SILVER PACKAGE & DIAMOND PACKAGE”): Prepare for a remarkable experience unique to Cappadocia! You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the balloon site, where you can watch the balloon being prepared for your flight. The flight takes place at sunrise, with the pilot ascending to a comfortable altitude of about 700 to 1000 meters above ground level. From this height, you will be amazed by the beauty of Cappadocia below. During certain parts of the flight, pilots can fly as low as 1 meter above the rock formations, providing perfect photo opportunities. The total activity duration is approximately 3 hours, with the flight lasting about 60 minutes. A champagne celebration follows the ride, after which you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cappadocia.

Urgup - Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel to start this thoughtfully designed day trip to Cappadocia’s top attractions. While most tours offer only panoramic views of some valleys and fairy chimneys, they often don’t provide a full understanding of Cappadocia’s rich history and geography. After receiving valuable guest feedback, this itinerary was crafted for those eager to explore the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage of the region. Our semi-private daily tours, limited to a maximum of 10 guests per group, offer a deeper exploration of Cappadocia’s ancient landmarks and awe-inspiring landscapes.

Kaymakli Underground City - Kaymakli, one of the largest underground cities in Cappadocia, spans 8 levels. However, like many other underground cities, not all floors are accessible to tourists. The first level was specifically designed for animals, allowing them to move freely. Corridors connect the churches and other living areas, separated from the stables. Kaymakli Underground City features remarkable sections such as storage rooms, kitchens, cemeteries, a communal area, and a copper workshop. It is believed that hidden underground tunnels remain within the city, still waiting to be fully explored.

Goreme National Park - Set in a stunning landscape shaped by erosion, Göreme National Park is home to rock-hewn sanctuaries that feature exceptional examples of Byzantine art from the post-Iconoclastic era. This tour will guide you through the Göreme Open-Air Museum and Tokalı Church, two of the park’s most renowned landmarks.

Goreme Open-Air Museum - The Göreme Open Air Museum is recognized as one of the earliest monasteries in Christian history. This rock-hewn settlement, where education was provided to spread Christianity, has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985, renowned for its fresco-covered churches and rock-hewn living spaces.

Tokalı Church - The Tokalı Church (Buckle Church) in the Göreme Open Air Museum is considered one of the most beautiful of the Cappadocian cave churches. Its interior boasts some of the most outstanding frescoes, notable for their theological and artistic significance. The church is part of a larger complex that includes four churches and a hermitage, all dating back to the 9th century. Once the most famous church in the region, it remains one of the most impressive churches in the area today.

Ortahisar - Before stopping for your complimentary lunch at a traditional local restaurant, you will continue to explore the significant aspect of Turkish culture, weaving, which traces back to Central Asia. This ancient tradition is still alive in Cappadocia today. During the tour, you’ll visit a cooperative where world-renowned Turkish carpets are crafted, offering you the chance to learn about the intricate details of this age-old art form.

Cappadocia - Lunch will be served at a traditional local restaurant in Cappadocia, where you’ll have the opportunity to try delicious dishes from Turkish cuisine. (Vegetarian options are also available at the same restaurant.) The ceramic industry in this area, with its numerous pottery workshops, dates back to the Hittites, and the clay sourced from the red silt of the Kızılırmak has been used for centuries. You may have a short stop to experience hand-made pottery.

Uchisar Castle - Uchisar rock castle is one of the biggest landmarks of Cappadocia. It is the highest tuff hill in the area with beautiful views of the surrounding valley full of bizarre rock formations. (Visits to the rock castle are not included due to walking difficulties and safety concerns. Instead, you will have a stop for a panoramic view of the rock castle.)

Pigeon Valley - Located in the town of Uchisar, this spot offers one of the best panoramic views of the region. It is also home to numerous pigeon houses built by the area’s ancient inhabitants. If you wish, you can also visit a renowned onyx stone factory in the region.

Fairy Chimneys - Cappadocia is famous for its unique landforms. The Fairy Chimneys are the most obvious places to visit where these landforms are best seen and the common life of humankind and nature. On this tour, you will have seen many examples of the Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia.

Cappadocia - At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cappadocia.

Flight Back To Istanbul

Cappadocia - You will be transferred to Cappadocia airport for your flight back to Istanbul.

Istanbul - Upon arrival at the airport in Istanbul, your driver will be there to greet you and transfer you to your hotel.
* Once you’ve booked this trip package, please share your preferred return flight timing (morning or afternoon) with the local tour operator. If you don’t provide this information, the local tour operator may book your return flight for any time of the day.

• 1-night stay with breakfast at cave boutique hotel in Cappadocia
• Round-trip flight tickets from Istanbul to Cappadocia
• Transfers at the mentioned airports for domestic flights in the itinerary
• Hotel / Airport pick-up & drop-off services mentioned in itinerary
• 2 full-day tours by professional tour guides licensed by Ministry of Culture and Tourism
• Lunch
• Hot Air Balloon Ride (Included for all options except the option of Bronze Package)

• Dinner & Drinks
• Entrance fees (Tour guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines at museums mentioned itinerary)

The captivating valleys and mystical fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, the pristine white terraces of Pamukkale, and the striking Salda crater lake are the most photographed natural attractions in Turkey. Additionally, you can explore the historic Roman remnants of Hierapolis, and experience an unforgettable sunrise journey by Hot Air Balloon (Included) in Cappadocia. This 3-day itinerary to Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Salda Lake includes a 2-night hotel stay, round-trip domestic flight tickets from Istanbul to Cappadocia - Pamukkale, a Hot Air Balloon Ride, ATV Quad Bike Safari, airport transfers as mentioned in the itinerary, a bus ticket from Cappadocia to Pamukkale, entrance fees for museums, national parks, and ruins as listed in the itinerary, and full-day tours led by professional guides licensed by the Ministry of Culture & Tourism.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.