8 Days Istanbul, Cappadocia, & Antalya By Plane

Small Group Tour | Guaranteed Departures | Expert Local Guides

Experience the perfect blend of history, culture, nature, and breathtaking landscapes on this unforgettable 8-Day Discover Turkey Tour. From the imperial treasures of Istanbul to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, the snowy slopes of Mount Erciyes, and the turquoise coast of Antalya — this journey showcases the very best of Turkey in one seamless itinerary.

✔ Domestic flights included
✔ Small group experience
✔ Professional licensed guides
✔ Handpicked local experiences

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul | Airport Transfer & Leisure Time

Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: None

Day 2 – Istanbul Heritage Tour | Byzantine & Ottoman Highlights

After breakfast, embark on a full-day guided tour exploring Istanbul’s most iconic historical landmarks.

Highlights Include:

• Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) – Famous for its six minarets and stunning blue Iznik tiles
• Hippodrome Square – The former sporting and social center of Byzantine Constantinople
• Topkapi Palace – Residence of Ottoman sultans for over 400 years
• Grand Bazaar – One of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets

Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.

Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.

Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise & Flight to Cappadocia

After breakfast, enjoy a Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour (without lunch).

Sail between two continents and admire:

• Ottoman waterfront mansions
• Dolmabahçe Palace
• Bosphorus Bridges
• Historic fortresses and skyline views

Afternoon transfer to the airport for your 17:00 Pegasus Airlines flight to Kayseri.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.

Overnight: Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – North Cappadocia Tour | Fairy Chimneys & Ancient Settlements

After breakfast, begin your guided exploration of North Cappadocia.

Visit:

• Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) – Unique animal-shaped rock formations
• Pasabag (Monks Valley) – Iconic fairy chimneys
• Avanos – Traditional pottery workshop experience
• Zelve Open Air Museum – Ancient cave dwellings and monastic life
• Uchisar Castle – Panoramic photo stop

Check into your cave hotel in the afternoon.

Optional Evening Activities (extra cost):

• Turkish Night Show
• ATV Sunset Tour
• Horseback Riding
• Whirling Dervish Ceremony

Overnight: Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5 – South Cappadocia Tour | Valleys & Underground Cities

Optional early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride (highly recommended).

After breakfast, explore South Cappadocia:

• Red & Rose Valleys – Scenic hiking routes with hidden rock churches
• Cavusin Village – Abandoned cave houses
• Pigeon Valley – Panoramic viewpoints
• Kaymakli or Ozkonak Underground City – Multi-level refuge used by early Christians

Return to your hotel.

Overnight: Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 6 – Mount Erciyes Experience & Flight to Antalya

After breakfast and check-out, enjoy a private vehicle transfer to Mount Erciyes Snow Mountain (no guide, no lunch included).

Enjoy free time for:

• Snow activities (seasonal)
• Scenic mountain views
• Cable car experience
• Photography

Please keep your luggage with you.

Evening transfer to Kayseri Airport for your 20:00 SunExpress flight to Antalya.

Arrival and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Antalya
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Waterfall Tour

Discover the ancient wonders of the Turkish Riviera on this full-day guided tour.

Highlights:

• Perge Ancient City – Roman baths, colonnaded streets
• Aspendos Theatre – One of the best-preserved Roman theatres worldwide
• Side Ancient City – Temple of Apollo by the sea
• Manavgat Waterfall – Relaxing natural stop

Lunch at a riverside restaurant included.

Evening flight back to Istanbul. Transfer to hotel.

Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Departure | End of Services

After breakfast, transfer to the airport according to your international flight schedule.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

✔ Domestic flights (Istanbul–Cappadocia, Cappadocia–Antalya, Antalya–Istanbul)
✔ Airport & hotel transfers
✔ Licensed professional English-speaking guides
✔ Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
✔ A/C transportation during tours
✔ Specified meals

Not Included

❌ Hotel accommodation
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Drinks & dinners
❌ Optional activities (Hot Air Balloon, Turkish Night, etc.)
❌ Tips (optional)