5-Day Cappadocia and Istanbul Sightseeing Tour with Bosphorus Cruise

• Arrive at the international airport in Istanbul.

• Meet and greet your local tour guide, then fly to Cappadocia.

• Upon arrival, go on a city tour to explore the local lifestyle and markets.

• Check in to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

• Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride. This is optional.

• Proceed to explore the eerie yet fascinating Underground City, built to protect the ancient inhabitants.

• See the fairy chimneys, the conical and unusual rock formations of Devrent Valley.

• Visit Goreme Open Air Museum, once a Byzantine monastery, and see fine examples of religious frescoes in rock-cut churches from the 10th to the 13th centuries.

• Enjoy Pasabagi Valley while walking through vineyards among strange multiple mushroom-capped volcanic rock formations.

• Visit the exquisite Carpet Factory and see the varied and colourful carpets, along with how they are made.

• Have a full and hearty breakfast.

• Transfer to the airport for a short flight to Istanbul.

• Head for a Bosphorus Cruise upon arrival and enjoy the views and surroundings.

• Proceed to the Grand Bazaar, built in 1481, for shopping and a stroll around.

• Visit the famous Topkapi Palace Museum, the former residence of the Ottoman Sultans.

• Explore the world-famous Imperial Chinese Porcelain sections, which influenced the traditional culture and lifestyle of people from other countries.

• Visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its blue tiles and unique for its six minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet I.

• See the Hippodrome of Constantinople, where horse and chariot races once took place.

• Visit St. Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture.

• Enjoy a warm and delicious dinner, then stay overnight at the hotel.

• Have a full and hearty breakfast.

• Transfer to the airport.

End of tour.