7 Day Istanbul Cappadocia By Plane

7-Day Istanbul & Cappadocia Tour by Plane | Small Group

Tour Style: Small Group
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Departures: All Year Round – Guaranteed

Highlights: Istanbul, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Bosphorus Cruise, Göreme, Avanos, Uçhisar, Fairy Chimneys, Underground Cities, Princes’ Islands

Experience the perfect combination of history, culture, and natural wonders on this unforgettable 7-day journey through Istanbul and Cappadocia, including scenic domestic flights for maximum comfort and time efficiency.

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul

Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet our representative and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 2 – Istanbul Old City Tour (Breakfast & Lunch Included)

Pick-up from your hotel at 08:30 AM for a guided tour of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district.

Hagia Sophia
Explore one of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces, originally built as a Byzantine cathedral and later converted into a mosque.

Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque)
Famous for its six minarets and blue Iznik tile interior, this 17th-century mosque is a symbol of Istanbul.

Hippodrome of Constantinople
Once the center of social and political life in the Byzantine Empire, featuring historic monuments.

Grand Covered Bazaar
Enjoy free time in one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, offering carpets, jewelry, leather goods, and souvenirs.

Topkapi Palace
Discover the former residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years
(Harem & Treasury sections not included).

Return to your hotel in the evening.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahçe Area (Breakfast & Lunch Included)

08:30 AM pick-up for a full-day tour covering both European and Asian sides of Istanbul.

Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar)
A colorful market filled with spices, dried fruits, sweets, and local delicacies.

Bosphorus Cruise
Cruise along the strait dividing Europe and Asia, passing Ottoman palaces, wooden mansions, and modern villas.

Bosphorus Bridge
Experience crossing from Europe to Asia in just minutes.

Beylerbeyi Palace
Visit the elegant summer residence of Ottoman sultans, featuring original furniture and gardens.

Çamlıca Hill
Enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the city’s highest point.

Evening: Domestic flight to Cappadocia
Overnight: Cappadocia

Day 4 – Cappadocia Fairy Chimneys Tour (Breakfast & Lunch Included)

09:30 AM departure for a full-day exploration of Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes.

Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley)
Discover uniquely shaped fairy chimneys resembling animals and figures.

Love Valley
Famous for its impressive three-headed fairy chimneys and scenic walking paths.

Avanos
Visit a traditional pottery workshop using clay from the Red River, a craft dating back over 5,000 years.

Uçhisar Rock Castle
Climb the highest point in Cappadocia for panoramic views of Göreme and Mount Erciyes.

Return to your hotel.
Overnight: Cappadocia

Day 5 – Rose Valley & Underground City Tour (Breakfast & Lunch Included)

09:30 AM departure for South Cappadocia exploration.

Kızılçukur (Red Valley)
Walk through stunning rock formations and hidden rock-cut churches.

Çavuşin Village
Explore one of the oldest settlements in Cappadocia, including the Church of St. John the Baptist.

Mazıköy Underground City
Descend into one of the region’s largest underground cities, once used as a refuge.

Pigeon Houses
See iconic dovecotes carved into the cliffs.

Evening: Flight back to Istanbul
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 6 – Princes’ Islands Tour (Breakfast & Lunch Included)

08:30 AM departure from Istanbul’s European side, crossing to Asia via Kadıköy.

Board a ferry from Bostancı to Büyükada, the largest of the Princes’ Islands.

• Visit Aya Yorgi Church & Monastery

• See Ayios Dimitrios Church

• Enjoy lunch at a seaside restaurant

• Free time to explore the island by bicycle or horse-drawn carriage (optional)

Return to Istanbul in the evening.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 7 – Departure from Istanbul (Breakfast Included)

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport for your international flight.
End of tour services.

Optional Extension: Add extra nights in Istanbul for further exploration.

Tour Inclusions

• Airport pick-up & drop-off

• Domestic flights (Istanbul ↔ Cappadocia)

• 6 nights accommodation with breakfast

• 3 full-day guided Istanbul tours

• 2 full-day guided Cappadocia tours

• Meals as per itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch)

• Professional English-speaking tour guide

• Air-conditioned transportation

• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

• Local taxes, service charges & tour insurance

Not Included

• Drinks

• Personal expenses

• Tips to guide and driver

Highly Recommended Optional Tours

• Hot Air Balloon Flight (Cappadocia): €295 per adult

• Balloon Watching & Photo Tour: €60 per person

• Whirling Dervishes Show: €40 per person

• Turkish Night Show: €80 per person

• Turkish Bath (Hamam): €80 per person

• Horse Riding: €60 per person

• ATV / Quad Safari: €55 per person