Iconic Cappadocia Tour | Departing from Istanbul | With Bus | 2 Nights 3 Days
An unforgettable journey awaits you to explore Cappadocia's unique valleys, fairy chimneys, and thousands of years of history. In this magical landscape where nature and culture intertwine, you will experience something new at every turn.
Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Ürgüp, Göreme, Avanos, Çavuşin, Uçhisar, Paşa Bağları, Three Beauties, Hacı Bektaş 2 Nights Accommodation Round-trip | BusNight Bus Journey
Departure Points & Times
- Inci Ömür Plaza Opposite Doğtaş Furniture Front (21:00)
- Mecidiyeköy Mado (IETT Bus Stops) (21:30)
- Kadıköy Civil Registry Office Front (22:00)
- Bostancı Bridge (22:10)
- Kartal Bridge (Direction of Ankara) (22:30)
- Pendik Bridge (22:35)
After picking up our guests from the designated departure points, along with brief information provided by our guide inside the vehicle, we begin our tour via night travel.
Tuz Gölü / Ihlara Valley / Underground City / Pottery Workshop / Devrent Valley / Pasha Vineyards
A Magical Journey in the Land of Beautiful Horses, Cappadocia
Since the entrance to Ihlara Valley is closed, a visit to Belisırma or Selime Cathedral (depending on the suitability of these locations) will be carried out if weather and road conditions permit.
Together with our valued guests, we begin our enjoyable journey towards Cappadocia, known as the 'Land of Beautiful Horses'. Along our route, we take a short photo stop at Tuz Gölü, one of Turkey's largest lakes. After our rest stops, we arrive in the Cappadocia region in the morning hours.
After taking an optional breakfast at the facility, we start our tour with Ihlara Valley. During our walk along the Melendiz River, we have the opportunity to see dovecotes and the Agaçaltı and Yılanlı Churches dating back to the Byzantine period.
Next, we reach Narlıgöl by vehicle and take a photo break. Afterwards, we witness the history of the region with our visit to the Underground City (Derinkuyu, Kaymaklı, Özkonak – whichever is available), which reaches depths of up to 100 meters in places.
Continuing, we pass through the fairy chimneys and have our lunch (optional) at a restaurant carved into the rock. Passing through Avanos, we view the Kızılırmak River and visit a pottery workshop where we can observe the production of pots and pans made from red soil.
Afterwards, we visit the Çavuşin Archaeological Site. Later in the day, we carry out our tours of Dervent Valley and Paşabağ Valley. The unique shapes of the fairy chimneys will take you on a journey straight into a fantasy world.
At the end of the day, we complete our tour and proceed to our hotel. Overnight accommodation at our hotel.
Food & Beverage Information
Breakfast: At the rest facility (optional)
Lunch: Avanos Uranos Restaurant (optional)
Dinner: Included as buffet or set menu at the hotel
Accommodation
Dilek Kaya Hotel – Burcu Kaya Hotel – Dreams Cave Hotel – Suhan Hotel – Signature Garden Avanos Hotel – Floria Hotel, etc.
Göreme Open-Air Museum / Onyx Stone Workshop / Mustafapaşa / Üçgüzeller / Turkish Night / Balloon Tour / ATV Tour
Balloons in the Sky, Millennia-Old Heritage on Earth
Guests who wish can wake up early in the morning to join the Balloon Flight or Balloon Cruise program. Guests who prefer can join the ATV Tour and Horse Safari programs during the day. (Optional) Our guide will provide you with detailed information about these activities.
After our breakfast, we depart from our hotel and begin our day with a visit to the Onyx Workshop where Onyx and other precious stones are crafted and showcased. Then we head to the village formerly known as Sinassos, now called Mustafapaşa. In this village, which houses some of the finest examples of Cappadocian civil architecture, we have the opportunity to see the Ancient Greek Mansion known as Asmalı Konak.
After a tea-coffee break at the village square, we pass through Ürgüp and proceed to a wine cellar located in the region. We receive information about wines aged in naturally carved rock areas, and guests who wish can make purchases.
After lunch, via a short journey, we reach the Three Fairies Fairy Chimneys. After our photo stop, we head to the Uçhisar area, home to the Uçhisar Castle, one of the highest points in Cappadocia and historically used for defense. During our tour here, we have the chance to see the dovecotes, which were carved into the rocks and used in the past for fertilizer needs.
Next, we stop at a facility selling pumpkin seeds and local natural products specific to the region, taking a short shopping and tasting break. The final stop of our day is the Göreme Open-Air Museum, one of the most visited museums in our country. Churches, living spaces, and frescoes carved into the valley, along with our guide's narration, allow us to deeply feel the history of the region. This unique area, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, concludes our tour before we return to our hotel to end the day.
Guests who wish can join the Turkish Night Program after a short rest. (Optional)
Food & Beverage Information
Breakfast: Included as buffet or set menu at the hotel
Lunch: At a regional restaurant (optional)
Dinner: Included as buffet or set menu at the hotel
Accommodation
Dilek Kaya Hotel – Burcu Kaya Hotel – Dreams Cave Hotel – Suhan Hotel – Signature Garden Avanos Hotel – Floria Hotel etc.
Leather Workshop / Hacı Bektaş Museum
Cultural and Spiritual Journey from Cappadocia to Hacıbektaş
After breakfast at the hotel, we visit a shop displaying leather products crafted by today's artisans in the Cappadocia region, where the Hittites developed their leatherworking art between 2000–1800 BC, one of Anatolia's ancient civilizations. Guests may choose to make purchases here.
After completing our tours in the region, we proceed to the district of Hacıbektaş. We visit the shrine of Hacı Bektaş Veli, the founder of the Bektashi order, whose Alevi-Bektashi philosophy has been embraced across a vast geography from Anatolia to the Balkans. During our visit, we have the opportunity to see the Aşevi (Kitchen), Meydanevi (Gathering Hall), and Türbe (Tomb) sections, which now function as a museum.
Following our tour here, we begin our return journey to Istanbul by vehicle. We bid farewell to you at the pickup points, looking forward to meeting again on another organized trip.
Dining Information
Breakfast: Included in the tour price, served at the hotel
Lunch: At a local restaurant (optional)
Dinner: At a rest facility along the return route (optional)
What's Included
- Otellerde 2 Gece Konaklama
- Otellerde 2 Açık Büfe Veya Set Menü Sabah Kahvaltısı
- Otellerde 2 Açık Büfe Veya Set Menü Akşam Yemeği
- Turizm Araçları İle Ulaşım Hizmetleri
- Rehberlik Hizmetleri
- Çevre Gezileri
- 1618 Nolu Turizm Kanununa Göre Zorunlu Seyahat Sigortası
Not Included
- Tur Programında Belirtilen İlk Gün Kahvaltı
- Tur Programında Belirtilen Son Gün Akşam Yemeği
- Tur Programında İsteğe Bağlı (Ekstra) Olarak Belirtilen Tüm Organizasyonlar
- Öğle Yemekleri
- Tüm Kişisel Harcamalar
- Gece Turları
- Müze Kart (Türkiye'de Ki Müzelere Girişler İçin Gereklidir.)
Child Discount and Circular Rules
Child discount is valid for the age range of 7–12 years.
The tour circular is valid as of the publication date of 19.01.2026. Subsequent circulars published for the same tour on later dates invalidate previous circulars.
Mandatory additional services are included in the tour price.
Important Information Regarding Flight Tours
- In flight tours, all operations related to flights are subject to the terms of the airline contract.
- Cancellation insurance does not cover air travel.
- A tiered pricing system is applied; advertised prices start from the lowest class.
- Economy class flights are used in flight tour programs.
- Air tickets are issued as round-trip together. If the outbound flight is not used, the return flight also becomes invalid due to airlines' "sequential use" rule. Therefore, participation in the return flight only is not possible.
Museum – Archaeological Site – National Park Entries
All museum, archaeological site, and national park entry fees are borne by the guests. Guests may obtain a Museum Pass (Müzekart) from sales points before or during the tour to take advantage of it at museums and sites where the pass is valid.
Packaged Price Coverage
Our package tour prices include: hotel accommodation, transportation, and sightseeing tours specified in the program.
Rest Stops
Rest stops are provided at rest facilities along the route. Due to congestion, renovation, or other compelling reasons, rest stop locations may be changed, provided they are equivalent in terms of service quality and location.
Extra Tours and Program Flow
Night tours and extra excursions included in the tour program are organized based on the number of participants and the availability of assigned staff. Extra tours conducted along the route may take place even if not all guests participate. Guests who do not wish to join an extra tour will be directed by our guide to rest areas before city entrances or to city centers. In such cases, guests who agree to wait at the rest area are considered to have participated in the tour.
Due to weather conditions, road status, or similar reasons; if the guide deems it necessary, changes may be made to the program sequence (visits within a day or between days).
Go-Turkey cannot be held responsible for points that are part of the program but cannot be visited due to compelling reasons (weather conditions, road status, congestion at visit points, etc.) or because guests fail to adhere to the timing given by the guide.
Health Declaration
Guests must carry reports and information regarding any health issues they may experience during the tour, pregnancy status, or medications they continuously use.
Accommodation Information
The hotel names specified in the program are priority accommodation facilities. Changes to hotels may be made depending on availability. Upon request, accommodation details will be shared with guests no later than 48 hours before the tour departure. In case of hotel changes due to congestion or compelling reasons, provided standards remain the same, guests will be informed by Go-Turkey authorities.
Important Notes
- In flight tours, flight delays may occur due to congestion.
- Night tours are extra and are organized depending on participation.
Vehicles Used
Tour vehicles are planned according to the number of participants as follows:
Bus (28–46 people):
Mercedes Travego / Tourismo, Neoplan Cityliner / Tourliner, Mitsubishi Safir
(ABS, ASR, air conditioning, monitor, refrigerator, kitchen unit, reading lamps, announcement system, CD/DVD)
Minibus (17–27 people):
Isuzu Turkuaz
(ABS, ASR, air conditioning, monitor, refrigerator, announcement system)
Mini-bus (up to 16 people):
VW Volt, VW Volt EL, Mercedes Sprinter, Mercedes Sprinter EL
(Special design reclining seats, ABS, ASR, air conditioning, refrigerator, announcement system)
Suggestions
- Clothing and footwear suitable for the geographical structure and weather conditions of the tour region should be chosen.
- It is recommended to bring necessary charging equipment for photo and video shooting.
- Do not forget regularly used medications; allergic, chronic, or hereditary conditions should be reported to the guide.
- Personal care products, backpacks, and personal items that will make the journey enjoyable should be carried with you.
- In programs featuring boat tours and swimming breaks; it is recommended to bring swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, and similar sea equipment.
The tour program and explanations above have been originally prepared by Go-Turkey. They may not be copied, reproduced, or published without permission. The program has been arranged in accordance with Law No. 6502 on the Protection of Consumers and should be evaluated as a whole.
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