6 Days Istanbul & Cappadocia Essentials Tour – Bosphorus Cruise, Ottoman Wonders & Fairy Chimneys

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Duration
6 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Uncover the magic of Turkey with this unforgettable 6-day Istanbul and
Cappadocia tour. Begin in Istanbul, where ancient empires once ruled, and
explore architectural icons such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi
Palace. Stroll through bustling bazaars, cruise between continents on the
Bosphorus, and enjoy a Turkish night dinner with dazzling traditional
performances.
Then, fly to the mystical lands of Cappadocia, a UNESCO treasure known for its
underground cities, surreal valleys, and fairy chimneys. Stay in a unique cave
hotel, visit rock-hewn churches at the Göreme Open-Air Museum, and explore the
vibrant culture of this dreamlike region. With guided sightseeing, domestic
flights, cultural immersion, and comfortable accommodations, this tour is the
perfect introduction to Turkey’s timeless charm.
Highlights
Itinerary
(Dinner included )
Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet your guide and
transfer to your hotel for check-in. Begin your Turkish adventure with a visit
to the historic Galata
Tower and a leisurely stroll along the vibrant Istiklal Street. In
the evening, enjoy a welcome
dinner where you’ll meet our friendly team, savor traditional
Turkish cuisine, and soak in the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night.
Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast
and lunch Dinner included )
Pick up at 09:00am from your
hotel for the full day tour of old Istanbul city. Our first visit will be to Hippodrome. Ancient Hippodrome was the
scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius,
the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. Then we will visit
Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was
built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the Blue Mosque
because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles.Our next
visit will be to Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque,
previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its
kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine
Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world,
decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. Lunch
break at 1:00 pm. After lunch, you will be taken to Exotic Spices and
Herbs, Turkish Baklava, delicious fresh Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts
and fruits, souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all
naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores.
After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. Evening we have Local Dinner.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Istanbul by Night:
Dinner & Show Cruise on the Bosphorus (Local Food)
19:30/20:00
–We will collect you from your hotel and transfer you to our yacht. The
panoramic view of Istanbul by the Bosphorus at night, dinner, belly dancing
Show, Dj music, and folk shows will both be memorable.
Entertainment
Program:
D.J Music
Belly Dancing Show
Anatolian Folk Dances
Turkish Romany Dance
At the end of the dinner and Show cruise on the Bosphorus program, transfer to
hotels at midnight.
24:00 – You will be returned back to your hotel overnight
in Istanbul.
If you would like to visit with entrance below sites;
Topkapi
Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.
The Basilica
Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the
door price.
Hagia Sophia Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.
Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After
breakfast enjoy BOSPORUS BY BOAT; a traditional
excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore
lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing
villages. During the excursion, you will see the magnificent sights of the
following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along,
the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this
park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At
Ortakoy a great variety of artists, gather every sunday to display their work
along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and
a synagogue existing side by side for centuries. RUMELI FORTRESS (view from
boat), Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul
was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosporus
passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere
in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALACE (view from boat), is the summer residence of
Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original
antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of
Istanbul. Lunch break at the Turkish restaurant. After the lunch we will then take you to the GRAND SPICE BAZAAR,
which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you
will find; Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish
Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes
totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and
stores. After the tour transfer to Istanbul
Airport for domestic flight to Cappadocia. Transfer from airport and check in
to your hotel in Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Please Note: If you wish to join our optional activity of Cappadocia Hor Air Ballooning for tomorrow, please contact with your guide and register because it will take place early the next morning.
(Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast at 09:30 depart for Cappadocia
Tour. We will drive you to Ozkonak
Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in
Cappadocia. After Underground City tour, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum,
the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating
to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin,
which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go
to the restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery
work shop, to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley.
Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the
least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are
far from man-made. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called
Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like
animals. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys
with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end
approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)
After breakfast, you will have free time
shopping in Cappadocia. In the evening, we depart for Kayseri airport for our
domestic flight to Istanbul. Transfer from Istanbul airport to your hotel. The
rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, we will transfer you to the Airport for your return trip back
home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the
future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for
choosing TravelShop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
3 nights hotel in Istanbul Central
Palace Hotel Taksim
2 nights hotel in Cappadocia El
Puente Cave Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not
available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel
for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an
additional cost.
Professional English - speaking
tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
5 open buffet breakfasts
3 lunches
5 dinners
All airport transfer services
mentioned inside the itinerary
Arrival airport transfer to
Kayseri / Nevsehir airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non -
smoking coach
Return airport transfer
Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise
Tour
Bosphorous Cruise Dinner
Guided Cappadocia Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in
the itinerary
Local taxes
Domestic Flights (Istanbul–Cappadocia–Istanbul) are not included;
approx. €80 per flight
Scarf Required for mosque visits (Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia)
Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia is optional and highly recommended —
book in advance
Shopping stops at Grand Spice Bazaar & local artisan workshops
(carpets, pottery) — no obligation to purchase
Hotels listed are 4-star or boutique (cave-style in Cappadocia).
Similar alternatives will be offered if unavailable
Children under 2: Domestic flight insurance approx. €30
International flights, personal expenses, visa, and tips are excluded
Excluded
International flights
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Kayseri Airport to
Istanbul
Please Note: Domestic flight price for adult travelers is approximately: 80,00 Euros
for one way. For the last-minute arrangements, the price might differ. You will
be informed during the ticket arrangements.
Please Note: Domestic flight price for
under 2 years old, approximately: 30,00 Euros as an insurance policy.
Turkey entry visa
Turkey entry visa
Tipping
Hotel room taxes
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold
drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the
included section
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