Istanbul and Cappadocia 5 Days with 2 flights
Istanbul and Cappadocia 5 Days with 2 flights
Istanbul and Cappadocia 5 Days with 2 flights
5 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: Istanbul, Cappadocia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
702832
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 5-day journey through Turkey's cultural gems with the "Istanbul and Cappadocia" tour. This adventure begins in the vibrant city of Istanbul, where you'll explore iconic landmarks such as Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and the bustling Grand Bazaar. Enjoy a scenic boat trip along the Bosphorus and immerse yourself in the aromatic Egyptian Bazaar. With round-trip flights included, you'll swiftly transition to the enchanting landscapes of Cappadocia. Discover the region's unique rock formations, frescoed cave churches, and the stunning red valley of Dervent. Accommodation in first-class hotels ensures comfort, while an English-speaking guide enriches your experience. Savor delicious meals with options for vegetarian, vegan, and halal diets. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable Turkish escapade.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul Arrival
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Yigitalp or similar
Day 1:
Welcome to Turkey!!
You’ll be welcomed at Istanbul Airport with a sign of your name after the luggage area and transferred to your hotel. Overnight: Istanbul Meals: N/A
Day 2 : Istanbul Classics (Full Day)
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Yigitalp or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Stroll through Sogukcesme Street with typical wooden house which are now landmark buildings of ottoman architecture. Arrive to Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section as well as terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Photo stop at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd and explore Saint Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the VIth century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles and continue with the Roman Hippodrome where the char races used to take place. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinth tunnels of the Grand Bazaar.
Overnight: Istanbul Mals: B-L
Day 3 : Istanbul / Cappadocia (Flight)
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Dinler Nevsehir or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Walk along the Golden Horn, the estuary that divides the European part of Istanbul. Free time in the Egyptian Bazaar, a lively market full of aromas and bustle, whose streets give off all the flavor of the East. Then boat trip along the Bosphorus, which connects the Black Sea with the Marmara Sea. During the crossing you will be able to admire the beautiful European and Asian shores of Istanbul with its palaces, fortresses, beautiful wooden residences.
(**This excursion finishes in Taksim Square and Sultanahmet Square; no transfer back to hotels**)
In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight (included) to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 : Cappadocia Highlights
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Dinler Nevsehir or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region : explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme's cave churches, which date from the 8th century, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the red valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations and a brief photo stop at Uchisar. Overnight: Ürgüp Cappadocia Meals: B-L-D
Optional : In the early morning, possibility to enjoy a hot air balloon flight to admire the breathtaking moonlike landscape of Cappadocia over the Fairy Chimneys, orchards and vineyards (at extra cost)
Day 5 : Cappadocia - Istanbul (Flight)
Location: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for your onword flight to Istanbul. Arrival to Istanbul airport and end of our services.
Overnight: N/A Meals: B
What's Included
Accommodation
- 4 nights accommodation at 4**** / First class hotels
Base hotels
ISTANBUL Yigitalp or similar
CAPPADOCIA Dinler Nevsehir or similar
Flights
Domestic flights (upon specific flight request, supplement applies) with an allowance of 15 kg + 8 kg inside kabin per person
- Istanbul / Kayseri (or Nevsehir)
- Kayseri / Istanbul
Guide
-English speaking professional guide during visits.
Meals
4 breakfasts and 3 lunches and 1 hotel dinner
This tour offers Vegetarian, Vegan and Halal food options on request. Simply let Eskapas know the food option that you prefer.
Additional Services
- Entrance fees to museums
- Local taxes
Transport
All share transfer per itinerary and A/C transport during visits & excursions
What's Not Included
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Before/After Flights
Flights before the start and after the end of the tour are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered in the tour package.
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Optional Tips
Optional tips for the guide and driver are not included.
Please Note
This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.
On the other hand It is always advisable that you get a photocopy taken of your passport’s information page, prior to your travel, for security reasons. This is particularly useful if the trip is international, and the person is far away from their home country. A photocopy of your passport makes passport renewal an easier process, especially in a situation where the passport was damaged, lost or stolen.
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly with round-trip domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia, complemented by shared transfers and air-conditioned transport during visits and excursions, allowing you to explore Turkey's highlights with ease.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights of accommodation at 4-star or first-class hotels, with stays at Yigitalp or similar in Istanbul and Dinler Nevsehir or similar in Cappadocia, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 4 nights of accommodation at 4-star or first-class hotels. In Istanbul, you will stay at Yigitalp or a similar hotel, and in Cappadocia, you will stay at Dinler Nevsehir or a similar hotel.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes domestic flights from Istanbul to Kayseri (or Nevsehir) and back to Istanbul. These flights have an allowance of 15 kg checked luggage and 8 kg cabin luggage per person.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 hotel dinner. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal food options are available upon request.
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Is there a guide provided during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking professional guide will be available during the visits.
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What are some of the highlights of the Istanbul portion of the tour?
In Istanbul, you will visit Sogukcesme Street, Topkapi Palace, the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd, Saint Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Roman Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar.
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What can I expect to see in Cappadocia during the tour?
In Cappadocia, you will explore Goreme's cave churches, walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi, and the red valley of Dervent, and have a photo stop at Uchisar. There is also an optional hot air balloon flight available.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia to admire the landscape over the Fairy Chimneys, orchards, and vineyards, which is available at an extra cost.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.