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

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.