Istanbul to Cappadocia: 2-Day All Inclusive Tour + Balloon Option

Day 1: Fly to Cappadocia for a Full-Day Tour & Magical Overnight Cave Hotel Experience

1. Devrent Valley
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Start the day visiting Devrent Valley also known as Imagination Valley, this is one of the most surreal-looking landscapes in Cappadocia. The next stop will be Pasabagi.
2. Zelve Open Air Museum
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Travelers will explore the rock-cut tunnels and chambers of Zelve Underground City, located in the historic Zelve Valley of Cappadocia. They will walk through ancient passageways, discover storage rooms and ventilation shafts, and learn how early communities used these spaces for shelter. The visit also offers great photo opportunities within one of Cappadocia’s most unique volcanic landscapes.
3. Avanos
   2h
   Proceed to Avanos the Pottery Center of Cappadocia, the village is set on the banks of the Kizilirmak/Red River. The River gets its name from the Red clay deposits, here you can watch the potters at work using the traditional kick wheels, a technique that has remained unchanged for generations.
   Lunch is served in a local Restaurant.
4. Fairy Chimneys
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Also known as Monks Valley where Christian hermits chose to build Hermit Cells and Churches in these 3 headed Pinnacles symbolic of the Holy Trinity, it is possible to see all stages of the fairy chimneys at this spot.
   Upon tour, transfer to the hotel.
5. Pass by
   Pick up from hotel, apartment, or port and private transfer to Istanbul Airport, or Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Day 2: Guided Cappadocia Tour with Optional Hot Air Balloon & Return Flight to Istanbul

1. Red Valley
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Pick up around 09:30 am from your hotel. Start the day with a leisurely 4km walk along the Red & Rose Valley, where Valleys have some of the most breathtaking and mysterious views in the region. The Valley is famous for the fabulous volcanic rock formations so that it is in the heart of Cappadocia, but away from the mainstream tourist sites.
2. Cavusin
   2h
   The relaxing walk will end in Cavusin Village where we will see a Rock Castle and Troglodyte dwellings people lived until the 20th Century.
   Lunch is served in a Local Restaurant.
3. Mazi Yeralti Sehri
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Travelers will explore the hidden tunnels and chambers of Mazi Underground City, one of Cappadocia’s quieter underground settlements. They will walk through ancient passageways, see storage rooms and ventilation shafts, and learn how locals once lived underground for safety. This short visit offers an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience away from the crowds.
4. Pigeon Valley
   20m · Admission ticket included
   On the return we will visit Pigeon Valley where you will have spectacular views of Dovecotes, Old abandoned Cave Homes and Old Greek houses. Pigeon Valley is famous in Cappadocia due to all the small pigeon dwellings that are carved into rockfaces. Pigeon Valley viewpoint to enable you to take some great photographs
5. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   OPTIONAL BALLOON RIDE:
   We will collect you from your hotel early in the morning, usually before sunrise
   
   Your balloon ride depends on weather conditions. Your safety is our priority!
   • Early morning pick up from your hotel about 30 min to 1 h before your flight depending on your hotel’s location.
   • You will receive an e-mail or we will advise your hotel of the pickup time prior to the flight day.
   • If your flight is delayed or cancelled and you are leaving the following morning you will be refunded.
   • Tickets can be transferred to alternative dates and are valid for one year.
   • Balloon Ride is with 100% refund guarantee in case of cancellation due to weather conditions.
   • Balloon bookings are only valid for the scheduled day. Postponement to the next day is not guaranteed. Postponement is only available in case of availability.
   • If the postponement cannot be done, the fee will be refunded.

Pickup details

Enjoy convenient transfers from any hotel or apartment on both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. Relax in comfort as we provide a private transfer to either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Infant meals not included
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Passport name, gender, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
• 7/24 emergency telephone.
• Excursion folder, which includes detailed information for your trip.
• Services and information from our local representative.
• Passport (also necessary for domestic flights)
• Warm clothes for the balloon ride (valid for balloon option)