Meal: Lunch
03:45 am ─ Our travel team will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Istanbul or Sabiha Gokcen Airport. (Pickup time and the airport is changeable.)
05:55 am ─ Fly to Cappadocia. (Flight departure time may change)
07:15 am ─ Arrival at Cappadocia.
Upon your arrival at the airport, we’ll welcome you with your name sign.
Then, transfer to the Cappadocia tour area.
- Our first destination on the Cappadocia day trip from Istanbul will be the famous Devrent Valley. While you walk in the valley, you will enjoy nature.
- After that, we will go to Pasabaglari Open Air Museum (known as Monks Valley). Here you can see the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.
- We will proceed to Avanos were famous for ceramics and pottery. You will have a chance to watch them while making potteries.
- We will have a lunch break.
- After lunch, the Cappadocia day trip from Istanbul will continue by the visit to the Goreme panoramic viewpoint and continue to visit Zelve, Open Air Museum. This museum is the highlight of the Cappadocia region. There are lots of churches, monasteries, and caves in the museum.
- Afterwards, you will go to Uchisar. There is a huge castle built by Christians and also you will love the panoramic view of the volcanic valleys.
17:00 ─ Cappadocia day tour ends.
Transfer to the airport.
20:45 ─ Fly to Istanbul. (Please note that flight departure time may change)
22:10 ─ Arrival in Istanbul. The Cappadocia day trip from Istanbul ends.
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Babita –
The day trip to Cappadocia was incredibly well-planned. We started with a hot air balloon ride, which gave us unforgettable views of the landscape. Visiting the underground cities and fairy chimneys was like stepping back in time. The guide shared so much interesting information about the history and culture of the region. It was a long but rewarding day filled with unique experiences.
Costantino –
The Cappadocia day trip was one of the highlights of my visit to Turkey. We began with a sunrise hot air balloon ride that offered spectacular views of the valleys and rock formations. The rest of the day was packed with visits to iconic sites like the Pasabaglari and Zelve open air museums, Devrent valley, Avanos, and Uchisar Castle panoramic. The tour was well-paced, and the guide was excellent at keeping everyone engaged. Lunch was in a charming local restaurant with authentic Turkish cuisine. Despite being a day trip, the itinerary felt comprehensive and gave us a real sense of the region. It was a long day, but it didn’t feel rushed or overwhelming.
Adriana –
This day trip from Istanbul to Cappadocia was the best decision I made during my trip. The early morning flight was convenient and allowed for a full day of exploration. Seeing the fairy chimneys and rock-cut churches in person was absolutely mesmerizing. Our guide shared fascinating details about the history and geology of the region. The lunch at a traditional restaurant was a great way to experience Turkish cuisine. I appreciated how well-organized everything was, from transportation to the guided tour. If you have limited time, this tour is an ideal way to see Cappadocia!