9-Day Istanbul & Cappadocia Tour by Plane – Ultimate Turkey Experience

Small Group Tour | Domestic Flights Included | All Year Round Departure

Experience the best of Turkey in 9 unforgettable days! Explore Istanbul’s iconic landmarks, sail along the majestic Bosphorus, and discover Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, underground cities, and scenic valleys. Designed for travelers who value comfort, efficiency, and rich cultural experiences, this tour combines history, nature, and adventure in one seamless journey.

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Tour Highlights

• Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar

• Bosphorus Cruise: Sail between Europe & Asia

• Princes’ Islands: Büyükada bicycle or horse-drawn carriage tour

• Cappadocia: Fairy chimneys, Devrent & Love Valleys, Göreme Open-Air Museum

• Underground Cities: Kaymakli & Derinkuyu

• Scenic Valleys: Rose Valley, Ihlara Valley, Soğanlı Valley

• Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride over Cappadocia’s sunrise landscapes

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Why This Tour?

✅ Domestic Flights Included – Save time, avoid long bus rides
✅ Expert Guides – Licensed English-speaking guides
✅ Small Groups – Personalized, comfortable experience
✅ Richly Detailed Itinerary – Cover all major highlights in 9 days
✅ Ideal for First-Time Visitors – Perfect balance of sightseeing and free time

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul

• Arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST)

• Private transfer to hotel

• Free time to relax or explore at your leisure

• Overnight in Istanbul

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Day 2 – Istanbul Old City Tour (B / L)

• Hagia Sophia – Byzantine masterpiece & former imperial cathedral

• Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque – Iconic Ottoman architecture

• Hippodrome – Center of ancient Roman sport & politics

• Grand Bazaar – Explore carpets, jewelry, and souvenirs

• Topkapi Palace – Ottoman sultans’ residence & treasury

• Evening at leisure

• Overnight in Istanbul

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Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahçe Palace (B / L)

• Spice Bazaar – Istanbul’s aromatic historic market

• Bosphorus Cruise – Sail between Europe and Asia with breathtaking views

• Bosphorus Bridge – Unique continental crossing

• Beylerbeyi Palace – Ottoman summer palace on the Asian side

• Çamlıca Hill – Panoramic Istanbul viewpoint

• Evening flight to Cappadocia

• Overnight in Cappadocia

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Day 4 – Fairy Chimneys Tour (B / L)

• Devrent (Imagination) Valley – Surreal animal-shaped rock formations

• Love Valley – Iconic three-headed fairy chimneys

• Avanos – Traditional pottery workshop by the Red River

• Uçhisar Castle – Highest viewpoint over Cappadocia and Erciyes Mountain

• Return to hotel

• Overnight in Cappadocia

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Day 5 – Rose Valley & Underground City Tour (B / L)

• Kızılçukur (Red) Valley – Hidden rock-cut churches & scenic hiking trails

• Çavuşin Village – Historic village with 5th-century Church of St. John

• Pigeon Valley – Stunning dovecotes & rock formations

• Kaymaklı Underground City – Explore subterranean tunnels and living areas of early Christians

• Return to hotel

• Overnight in Cappadocia

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Day 6 – Soğanlı Valley Tour (B / L)

• Mustafapaşa – Charming Greek village

• Keslik Monastery – 13th–14th century frescoes of St. Michael

• Taşkınpaşa Village – Historic Medrese (old religious seminary)

• Sobesos Ancient Ruins – Roman mosaics & outer buildings

• Soğanlı Valley Churches – Lunch in the valley, surrounded by fairy chimneys

• Return to hotel at 17:00

• Overnight in Cappadocia

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Day 7 – Ihlara Valley & Derinkuyu Underground City (B / L)

• Pick-up from hotel at 09:30

• Göreme Panoramic Viewpoint – Introduction to Cappadocia’s landscapes

• Ihlara Valley Hike – 6 km along Melendiz River with rock-cut churches

• Belisırma Village – Riverside lunch

• Selime Monastery – Largest rock-cut cathedral in Cappadocia

• Derinkuyu Underground City – 8 levels deep, shelter for 20,000 people

• Evening flight to Istanbul

• Overnight in Istanbul

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Day 8 – Princes’ Islands Tour (B / L)

• Transfer from hotel to Bostancı, Asian side of Istanbul

• Ferry to Büyükada, the largest Princes’ Island

• Explore by bicycle or horse-drawn carriage

• Visit Aya Yorgi Church, Ayios Dimitrios Church, and historic landmarks

• Lunch at waterfront restaurant

• Free time to stroll or relax

• Overnight in Istanbul

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Day 9 – Departure from Istanbul (B)

• Breakfast at hotel

• Check-out and transfer to Istanbul Airport according to flight schedule

• End of tour services

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What’s Included

• Airport pick-up & drop-off

• Domestic flights: Istanbul ⇄ Cappadocia

• 8 nights accommodation with breakfast

• 3 full-day Istanbul tours

• 4 full-day Cappadocia tours

• Meals mentioned in itinerary (B/L)

• Professional English-speaking guides

• Air-conditioned transport

• All entrance fees per itinerary

• Local taxes, service charges, and tour insurance

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Not Included

• Drinks

• Tips to guides and drivers

• Personal expenses

• Optional experiences

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Highly Recommended Optional Tours in Cappadocia

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Why Book Now

• Fully organized small group tour

• Covers Turkey’s top historical, cultural, and natural highlights

• Perfect for first-time visitors, couples, and adventure seekers

• Comfort-focused itinerary with flights and transfers included

• Flexible optional experiences to make your trip unforgettable

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