Discover Türkiye, an extraordinary destination where East meets West. This country, situated between Europe and Asia, offers an incredible wealth of cultural, historical and natural experiences. Explore the ancient cities of Cappadocia, admire the magnificent mosques of Istanbul, relax on the Mediterranean beaches, and sample the delicious Turkish cuisine. Let yourself be charmed by the country's diversity and its legendary hospitality. Türkiye is waiting to welcome you for an unforgettable adventure.
Deal negotiated for you
- A stay of 6 days / 5 nights in a 4*, 5hotel, local standards
- Full board according to the itinerary
- Flights departing from the city of your choice
- Visits according to the programme with an English-speaking guide
- The upgrade to a charming troglodyte hotel in Cappadocia for departures until 22/03
- Bosphorus cruise
Your stay starts here
A Thrilling Getaway from Istanbul to Cappadocia 4*
Your detailed itinerary
Day 1 - Saturday – Flight to Istanbul
Arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet and greet, then transfer to your hotel.
Your first dinner is not included.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 – Sunday – Istanbul (Süleymaniye Mosque, Egyptian Bazaar and Bosphorus Cruise)
After breakfast, you’ll head to the Suleymaniye district, nestled on a hill majestically overlooking the Golden Horn, to explore one of the city’s most famous mosques, the Süleymaniye Mosque. Built in the 16th century and covering more than 70 hectares, it is a complex comprising several buildings and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.
After lunch at a local restaurant, head to the Egyptian Bazaar, a place with a unique charm, full of exquisite colours and aromas! Take the opportunity to buy tea, herbs, nuts and, of course, local spices…
We’ll round off the day with a cruise on the Bosphorus, the waterway linking two continents: Europe and Asia! Enjoy this trip along the water as you take in the beautiful views and admire the magnificent palaces lining the Bosphorus.
Dinner and overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 3 – Monday Istanbul (Blue Mosque & Topkapi Palace) – Ankara
After breakfast, set off for Istanbul’s historic heart. You will then discover the Hippodrome as well as the fascinating Blue Mosque, facing the basilica, an architectural gem famous for its six minarets and its 21,403 blue tiles.
Then visit Topkapi Palace, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and the former residence of the Ottoman sultans, before enjoying lunch in a local restaurant and continuing on to Ankara, the capital.
Dinner and overnight stay in Ankara.
Day 4 - Tuesday – Ankara Cappadocia
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to the Museum of Civilisations in Ankara and Atatürk’s mausoleum, the father of modern Türkiye.
On the way to Cappadocia, admire the famous salt lake and stop to take photos in this spectacular setting.
Next, we’ll visit a caravanserai, a historic inn from the Silk Road era.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Ankara, followed by arrival in Cappadocia in the evening.
Dinner at the hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 5 – Wednesday Cappadocia
As an optional extra, weather permitting, you have the chance to enjoy the unique experience of a hot-air balloon ride to admire the ‘fairy chimneys’ and the surreal landscapes of this region. An exceptional and unforgettable experience!
Optional, payable as an extra: Hot-air balloon ride – €255 per person (estimate only).
After breakfast, set off to explore one of Türkiye’s most beautiful regions: Cappadocia! Marvel at the fascinating and unique landscape, formed by volcanic lava over 3 million years ago.
Visit the open-air museum at Göreme, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to several chapels carved into the volcanic rock and decorated with 13th-century frescoes. Discover the splendid Avcilar and Guvercinlik valleys, famous for their countless fairy chimneys.
Next, we’ll visit an impressive underground city built by ancient local communities, then round off the day with a visit to a carpet and jewellery centre to learn more about Türkiye’s traditional craft production.
As an optional extra in the evening, you can attend a traditional evening event in a cave-dwelling setting, where you’ll experience local folklore and traditional dances (extra charge applies).
Return to the hotel and dinner.
Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
Day 6 – Thursday – Flight from Cappadocia
Transfer to Kayseri Airport in Cappadocia and return flight.
Accommodation
During your stay, you will be accommodated in 4- and 5-star hotels (by local standards), as listed below or similar:
Clarion Hotel MahmutBey
New Park Hotel
Signature Hotel Cappadoce
Your board
During the tour, you will enjoy a full board offer:
Full board from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day 6, excluding drinks.
Useful information
Maximum group size: 42 people
Guaranteed departure: minimum of 2 people. The provider reserves the right to change the departure date if this minimum is not met.
Please note: Due to technical requirements, weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances relating to the organisation of the trip, the dates of the excursions may be changed or cancelled.
A shared transfer is included for arrivals between 7.00 a.m. and 12.30 a.m. on the tour dates. If the customer chooses to arrive or depart outside these times, they will be required to pay a supplement of €105 for a private transfer. Please note that the transfer time between the airport and the hotel is approximately 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
As transfer drivers are not permitted to enter the airport, please follow the instructions provided in your travel documents carefully to locate the transfer meeting point.
On Day 2, departure is at around 8.00 a.m. for the first excursion of the tour,