Discover the best of Istanbul and Cappadocia on this immersive 5-day tour through two of Turkey’s most iconic regions. Your journey begins and ends in Istanbul, where you’ll explore the historic Old City with visits to Topkapi Palace, the majestic Blue Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome, the legendary Hagia Sophia, and the vibrant Grand Bazaar—a shopper’s paradise and cultural treasure. After soaking in the rich history of Istanbul, enjoy a short domestic flight to Cappadocia, home to one of the world’s most surreal landscapes. There, you’ll tour the fascinating Göreme Open-Air Museum, climb to the panoramic views of Uchisar Castle, stroll through the dreamlike Devrent Valley, and marvel at the region’s iconic fairy chimneys—unique rock formations carved by nature and time. This 5-day adventure offers the perfect balance of cultural discovery, historical landmarks, and natural wonders—all with expert local guidance and seamless travel throughout.
Day(s) : 5
Countries : Turkey
Start City : Istanbul
End City : Istanbul
Meals : 4 Breakfast(s)
Welcome to Istanbul!
Upon arrival, a friendly Fez Travel representative will greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring this vibrant city at your own pace.
Looking to start your adventure in style? Consider adding our optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise—a perfect introduction to Istanbul’s magic, complete with stunning views, delicious Turkish cuisine, and live entertainment as you sail between two continents.
Overnight : Istanbul
Category : Boutique
Hotel : Levni Hotel
Full-Day Highlights of Istanbul Tour
Duration: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Discover the rich history and cultural wonders of Istanbul on this expertly guided full-day tour. Your journey begins with a visit to the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, also known as Aya Sofya, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has stood for over 1,500 years. From there, you’ll stroll through the historic Hippodrome, once the social and sporting center of Constantinople, before admiring the elegant Blue Mosque with its iconic six minarets and dazzling interior. Next, explore the grand halls and lush courtyards of Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, including access to the Hagia Irene and the lavish Imperial Harem (please note that the palace is closed on Tuesdays). Afterward, dive into the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. The tour also includes a special visit to a traditional carpet atelier, where you’ll gain insight into the artistry of Turkish carpet weaving and see firsthand how these timeless pieces are made by hand.
Overnight : Luxor
Category : 4 star
Hotel : Eatabe Luxor Hotel
After breakfast, your day begins with a visit to the colorful and aromatic Spice Bazaar, where centuries of tradition come alive through vibrant stalls of herbs, teas, and local delicacies. Next, enjoy a scenic Bosphorus cruise, sailing between the continents of Europe and Asia with panoramic views of Istanbul’s skyline, palaces, and historic waterfront mansions. Following lunch, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, a friendly representative will greet you and escort you to your hotel, where you can unwind and prepare for the adventures ahead in this otherworldly region.
Overnight : Cappadocia
Category : Boutique Cave
Hotel : Evanthia Cave Hotel
Optional: Start your morning with an unforgettable hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes.
After breakfast, explore the region’s top highlights, including the Goreme Open-Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, Devrent Valley, and the iconic fairy chimneys that make Cappadocia unlike anywhere else on earth.
Overnight : Cappadocia
Category : Boutique Cave
Hotel : Evanthia Cave Hotel
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport in Cappadocia for your return flight to Istanbul, where your unforgettable Turkish adventure comes to an end. We hope you leave with lasting memories and look forward to welcoming you again!
This is intended to give an idea of the type of accommodation that may be expected. The actual hotels used for any given tour may change due to many reasons such as group size, availability, time of year, hotel standard has dropped or simply we found a better hotel. We update the website immediately if and when any changes take place. If and when we do change hotels it will be to a hotel of equal or higher standard and will be at no extra cost.
Where more than one hotel is shown for a given an overnight stop this means that one of those hotels will be used.
This tour is an 'On Demand' tour. This means it doesn't have fixed departure dates, can depart any day within the season, except where otherwise stated.
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