2 Days Istanbul Cappadocia by Overnight Bus

2-Day Cappadocia Adventure from Istanbul – Small Group Tour

Tour Style: Small Group
Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Departure: All Year Round – Guaranteed
Highlights: Devrent Valley, Love Valley, Avanos Pottery, Uçhisar Castle, Rose Valley, Çavuşin Village, Mazıköy Underground City

Tour Overview

Short on time but eager to experience Cappadocia’s magic? This 2-day small group tour from Istanbul is the perfect escape. Travel overnight by bus and wake up among Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, ancient underground cities, and charming villages. With professional guiding, boutique cave hotel accommodation, and carefully selected highlights, this tour delivers an unforgettable experience in just two days.

Itinerary

Day 0 – Departure from Istanbul

• 18:00 – Meet at YUME Travel Office, Sultanahmet
  Free shuttle transfer to Istanbul Bus Station
  Address: Küçük Ayasofya Cd. No:57, Sultanahmet (near taxi stand)

• 21:00 – Overnight bus journey to Cappadocia
  Overnight: Onboard bus

Day 1 – North Cappadocia: Fairy Chimneys Tour (L)

• 07:30 – Arrival at Nevşehir Bus Station
  Transfer to Urgup and check-in at Dedeli Konak / Dedeli Deluxe Cave Hotel

• 09:30 – Start full-day guided tour:

  • Devrent Valley: Fantasy-like rock formations shaped by nature

  • Love Valley: Famous three-headed fairy chimneys and vineyard views

  • Avanos: Traditional pottery workshop using Red River clay

  • Uçhisar Castle: Panoramic views from Cappadocia’s highest point

Overnight: Boutique cave hotel in Cappadocia

Day 2 – South Cappadocia & Underground City (B/L)

• 09:30 – Pick-up from hotel for South Cappadocia tour:

  • Kızılçukur (Rose) Valley: Colorful rock formations and hidden churches

  • Çavuşin Village: One of Cappadocia’s oldest settlements

  • Mazıköy Underground City: Multi-level ancient refuge carved into rock

  • Pigeon Houses: Historic dovecotes carved into valley walls

• Afternoon transfer to bus terminal

• Overnight bus return to Istanbul

Day 3 – Arrival in Istanbul

• Morning arrival at Istanbul Bus Station

• Free shuttle, taxi, or metro to Sultanahmet
  End of services

What’s Included

✔ Round-trip bus tickets (Istanbul ⇄ Cappadocia)
✔ All transfers as per itinerary
✔ 1 night boutique cave hotel with breakfast
✔ 2 lunches
✔ Professional English-speaking guide
✔ Air-conditioned transportation
✔ Entrance fees to listed attractions

Exclusions

✖ Drinks
✖ Tips for guide & driver
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Optional activities

Optional Activities in Cappadocia (Highly Recommended)

• Hot Air Balloon Flight: €295 per adult

• Balloon Watching Photo Tour: €60

• Whirling Dervishes Ceremony: €40

• Turkish Night Show: €80 (dinner, drinks & transfers included)

• Turkish Bath (Hamam): €80

• Horse Riding: €60 (1 hour)

• ATV / Quad Safari: €55 (1 hour)