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Overview
Exploring Istanbul's Old Town, the Grand Bazaar, and Cappadocia with a private local guide promises an unforgettable experience filled with history, culture, and natural wonders
What's included
Domestic Flights in Turkey
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Hot Air Balloon Flight (If option is selected)
Gratuities to driver and the guide
What to expect
Day 1: Arrive in Istanbul
Istanbul
45m
Upon arrival, after clearing customs meet Troy Tours representative and transfer to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Day 2: Istanbul
TopkapI Palace
8h · Admission ticket included
After breakfast, meet your guide at in the lobby to begin your city tour of exotic city of Istanbul. You will tour the Blue Mosque, famous for its blue Iznik tiles. Next is the , the St Sophia, Church of the Holy Wisdom, a Byzantine church built in 537 A.D. famous for its massive dome, it is considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture. It was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly a thousand years, until the completion of the Seville Cathedral in 1520. You will continue your exploration with the Topkapi Palace the seat of the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years. Your final stop is exotic Grand Bazaar with its 4000 shops.
Day 3: Istanbul
Istanbul
Pass by
Full day at your leisure.
Day 4: Istanbul - Cappadocia
Cappadocia
6h
After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul airport for a short flight to Cappadocia, upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, explore the fascinating underground city at Kaymakli, which dates to as early as the eighth century BC and includes chapels, kitchens, air vents and living quarters carved out of volcanic rock.
Day 5: Cappadocia
Goreme
8h
Centuries of erosion from rain, wind, and water shaped Cappadocia into a striking, surreal moonscape of cone-shaped pinnacles and towers, all in a variety of lovely hues and fairy chimneys.
Today, you’ll discover the underground city of Kaymakli, then the Goreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and view the ancient rock-hewn churches sculpted in the hillsides almost a thousand years ago by the Medieval Christian monks. Continue on to the small town of Urgup, which has many carved dwellings that are still inhabited. Next is the Discovery Series Art of Pottery in Asia Minor event of this afternoon, offering you the opportunity to visit a cave pottery atelier. You will also be able to see some of the local pottery creations in the atelier. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon
Day 6: Cappadocia
Zelve Open Air Museum
8h · Admission ticket included
After your breakfast, we will have a full day visit to Uchisar Castle, Zelve, Pasabag Village.
Day 7: Cappadocia - Istanbul - US
Cappadocia
2h
Your tour ends. Early morning transfer to Cappadocia airport for the journey home.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Travelers will be met by our representative with Troy Tours sign
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
