Day Trips

2-Day Private Cappadocia Guided Tour with Optional Balloon Ride

Name: 2-Day Private Cappadocia Guided Tour with Optional Balloon Ride
Start: 2024-12-27T00:00:00
End: 2024-12-27T12:00:00
Location: Cappadocia

Love Valley in Göreme Cave City - Cappadocia Turkey

Discover Cappadocia on a 2-day private guided tour, featuring an optional hot-air balloon ride, exploration of ancient cities, and other unique cultural experiences.

Highlights

Immerse yourself in a 2-day private guided tour exploring Cappadocia’s surreal landscape and rich history, from fairy chimneys to ancient cities.
Enjoy the ease of private pick-ups, drop-offs, and air transfers from Istanbul, complemented by a memorable optional hot-air balloon ride.
Delve into Cappadocia's wonders, like the UNESCO-listed Göreme Open-Air Museum, showcasing ancient fresco-adorned cave churches.
Savour a local breakfast at Vigor Cappadocia Hotel and learn about traditional pottery making, a cherished craft dating back to Hittite times.
Fun Fact: Cappadocia’s name means ‘land of beautiful horses’, referencing its ancient role as a hub for horse-trading.

Inclusions

2-day private tour of Cappadocia
Expert guides
Private hotel transfers in Istanbul
Shuttle hotel transfers in Cappadocia
Open buffet lunch
Entrance fees to the scheduled museums
1-hour standard hot air balloon flight (optional)
Arrival flight ticket to Cappadocia
Night stay at Vigor Cappadocia Hotel, Uchisar
Private mini-van for the daily sightseeing tours
Parking fees

Exclusions

Departure flight ticket to Istanbul

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Experience the Magic of Cappadocia

Embark on a fascinating 2-day adventure starting from bustling Istanbul straight into the heart of Cappadocia's enchanting landscape. Get picked up from your hotel by a private vehicle and take a worry-free, complimentary flight into the 'Land of Beautiful Horses'. Begin with a thrilling hot air balloon ride (optional), offering panoramic views of the distinctive fairy chimneys and valleys, and the surreal results of ancient volcanic eruptions. Relish an open buffet lunch before immersing yourself in the rich heritage of the region. Explore underground cities, and stunning rock formations, and immerse yourself in the region's rich cultural heritage.

Creating Lasting Memories in Uchisar

Wake up in the heart of Uchisar, at the Vigor Cappadocia Hotel. This charming village, home to the tallest fairy chimney, offers a unique and intimate lodging experience. After a delightful breakfast, head to the captivating Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site that shelters ancient cave churches adorned with mesmerizing frescoes. Next, absorb the local culture with a pottery demonstration in Avanos, a town with a pottery history dating back to 2000 BC! Conclude your exploration with Uchisar Castle, Cappadocia’s highest point, presenting panoramic views of the bewitching landscape. As your journey concludes, a smooth transition back to Istanbul awaits, where you'll be safely dropped off at your hotel. This meticulously crafted journey ensures a profound connection to the enchanting world of Cappadocia, creating unforgettable memories from start to finish.

Itinerary

Day 1

Departure (pick up time might differ according to your flight)
Uchisar Castle
Avanos
Pasabag
Devrent Valley
Goreme Open Air Museum

Day 2

Optional hot air balloon ride
Goreme Panorama
Ihlara Valley
Derinkuyu Underground City
Pigeon Valley
Selime Monastery
Transfer to airport

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: flash photography and tripods.
This experience is restricted for guests aged 5 and below.

Additional information

Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.
The pick-up time might differ according to your flight. The operator will let you know about your flight and the exact pick-up time in advance.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pick-ups and drop-offs.
While booking, please provide the name of your hotel.
If your hotel is not in the pick-up zone, you will be provided with the nearest pick-up location.
On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.