Day Trips

From Istanbul: 2-Day Trip to Cappadocia w/Balloon+Cave Hotel

Escape the bustling city of Istanbul and discover the unique, 1,500+-year-old cave formations in the ancient town of Cappadocia.

Highlights

While in Istanbul, take the opportunity to visit Cappadocia and explore its beautiful sights on a guided tour for 2 days.
Your first day would include sights such as çhisar Castle viewpoint, Göreme Open Air Museum, Cavusin old village, and many more.
Rise and shine early the next day and set off for a hot air balloon ride and soak in the mesmerizing sights of Cappadocia from atop.
The best part about it all is the accommodation will be arranged in a cave hotel.
Choose to opt for the guided tour in another language and choose to upgrade your ticket to a private tour.

Inclusions

Return private airport transfers in Cappadocia
Domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia
2 days private tour in Cappadocia
Guided tour
Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia
Accommodation at a Cave hotel
Guided tour in other languages (optional)
Choose between a regular or a private tour

Exclusions

Personal expenses

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your Experience

Get a taste of Turkey’s unique history and landscapes

Start off your first day at Dervent Valley, also known as Imagination Valley for its incredible rock formations that are over 30 million years old! Next, head to Monk’s Valley to continue your journey through these stunning caves. You will eventually be taken to a local restaurant for a delicious lunch packed with authentic Turkish flavors; the lunch is undoubtedly the best way to rejuvenate yourself for your next activity - a pottery class! Turkish ceramic is famed throughout the world and you will soon see why in this immersive activity. Your adventurous day will take you to the Goreme Open Air Museum, where you can explore some of the best cave churches in Turkey.

Witness an unforgettable sunrise over Cappadocia

Begin your second day early and head to the balloon sites. Watch your hot air balloon get filled up with hot gas and then climb onboard! You will slowly ascend into the sky, and before you know it, you will be soaring across a unique landscape that will make you feel like you are on another planet. The day will only get better at Derinkuyu Underground City, an intricate system of underground caves that were used as shelter by early Christians from Roman prosecution. The unique history with the layout will make it a memorable experience; cool off at Nar Lake before hiking up Ihlara Valley! Finally, it will be time for another delicious lunch at a local eatery, where you can rejuvenate and prep for the last destination of the tour - Sarihan Caravanserai. Learn about the history of the Caravanserai and how travelers used to stock up on resources on their journeys. You will be dropped off at the airport after this stop.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Timings may change depending on the departure and arrival times of the guests.

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 pickups and drop-offs.
While booking, please provide the name of your hotel.
This is applicable to all hotels in Istanbul.
If your hotel is not in the pickup zone, you will be provided with the nearest pickup location.
On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 5 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.