3-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Cappadocia From Istanbul
Description
Witness Turkey from a different perspective through this tour as you visit historical museums like the Zelve Open Air Museum and pass by scenic valleys like the Devrent and Pasabag Valleys. Marvel at the natural castles of Uchisar, check out ancient sites like the Kaymakli underground city and get to know the regional culture in local villages.
Highlights
- Check out historical museums like the Zelve Open Air Museum
- Explore panoramic valleys like the Devrent & Pasabag Valleys
- Visit the natural castles at Uchisar
- Trek through the lush green Gulludere valley
- Learn about the local culture by visiting Cavusin village
- Head to the thrilling Kaymakli underground city
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Day 1- Istanbul / Cappadocia expand_more
Pick up and transfer from Kayseri airport to Cappadocia.
Proceed to Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy chimneys.
Visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, where three canyons meet in the valley.
Drive to Pasabag (Monk's) Valley to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles.
Proceed to pottery production place where pottery is done using ancient techniques in Avanos.
Visit another beautiful open-air museum at Goreme to see remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements that date back hundreds of years.
Lastly, before returning to your hotel, visit the natural castles at Uchisar.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
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Day 2- Cappadocia expand_more
Begin with an early departure to visit the Red Valley and explore the famous rock-cut churches there.
Hike about 5 km through the Gulludere valley and visit the Cavusin village, famous for the houses and churches of the Christian clergymen.
Drive to the Pigeon Valley for lunch.
Visit Kaymakli underground city where early Christians lived in fear and faith.
On the way back, visit the natural castles at Ortahisar and the Greek village of Mustafapasa.
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Day 3- Cappadocia / Istanbul expand_more
See the Derinkuyu Underground City and visit a huge refugee settlement, where Christians hid from persecutors.
From Derinkuyu, continue to drive to see the beautiful valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema.
Explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike 4 km through the valley.
On the way back, visit the monasteries in Selime Village and 13th-century Caravansary built by Selcuk Turks on the Silk Road.
Get transferred to the airport—end of the tour.
What's Included
Istanbul /Ankara / Istanbul air tickets, economy class
All airport transfers in Istanbul, Kayseri and Ankara airports
English speaking assistance during all tours and transfers
Museum and site entrance tickets
2 lunches during tours
2 Dinners at hotels
2 nights Hotel accommodation at 4-star Hotel in Cappadocia, Perissia Hotel or similar
Istanbul (Turkish) tour guide
What's Excluded
Supplement for a single room is €150 for 2 nights.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Standard | |
1 To 4 | EUR 750 Per Person |
This is a private tour |