2 Days Cappadocia Tour From Istanbul With Balloon Ride

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Fly From Istanbul To Cappadocia & Depart For South Cappadocia Tour
8 stops
1
Istanbul
Your driver will pick you up between 04:00 or 04:30 Am from your Istanbul hotel lobby and transfer you to the IHL/SAW airport. Upon landing at either Asr or Nav airport in Cappadocia, your driver will welcome you at the first exit gate of the airport and transfer you to Göreme. There, you will meet your guide and depart for a full-day North Cappadocia Tour. You will visit Göreme Panorama, Zelve Open Air Museum, Paşabağ Monks Valley, Imagination Valley, Three Beauties Rock Formation, and enjoy a pottery demonstration. The tour will conclude around 04:30 PM, after which you will be transferred to a cave hotel in Göreme for free time and overnight stay in Cappadocia.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Goreme
Arrival Nav/Asr airport, pickup from airport and take you to the Goreme town. Depart for the South of Cappadocia Tour
3
Zelve Open Air Museum
Zelve Open Air Museum is an ancient cave town located about 5 km from Avanos in Cappadocia. Once home to monks and villagers, it features three connected valleys filled with fairy chimneys, cave houses, and early Christian churches such as Üzümlü, Balıklı, and Geyikli. People lived here until the 1950s, when erosion made it unsafe, and it became an open-air museum. Today, visitors can explore its scenic valleys and rock-cut dwellings, offering a quieter and more natural experience than Göreme Open Air Museum.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
4
Pasabag
Pasabag, also known as Monks Valley, is a remarkable site in Cappadocia, Turkey, famed for its extraordinary fairy chimney formations. These towering rock pillars, some with multiple caps, are a result of volcanic activity and erosion. Visitors can explore the area's unique landscape, dotted with ancient dwellings and churches carved into the rock. Pasabag also offers vineyards and stunning views, making it a must-see destination in Cappadocia.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Goreme Panorama
The Göreme Panorama in Cappadocia, Turkey, offers stunning views of the region's unique fairy chimney formations and rock landscapes. It's a must-visit spot for capturing breathtaking vistas of the area's natural beauty.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Pigeon Valley
Uçhisar is renowned for its exquisite onyx stone, prized for its striking bands of color and translucency. Visitors can explore shops and galleries showcasing a wide array of onyx products, including jewelry, sculptures, and home decor items. Skilled artisans in the region use traditional techniques to craft stunning works of art, making Üçhisar a must-visit destination for appreciating the beauty of onyx in Cappadocia.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Urgup
Ürgüp is a town in Cappadocia, Turkey, known for its historical significance and unique rock formations. It has ancient roots, with influences from Hittite, Roman, and Byzantine civilizations. Ürgüp is famous for its cave hotels, which are carved into volcanic rock, offering a distinctive lodging experience. The town is also renowned for its local wineries and centuries-old tradition of winemaking. Nearby attractions include fairy chimneys and rock-cut churches, making it a popular destination for tourists exploring Cappadocia.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Sentez Avanos Hali - Rug Workshop & Store
Rug show demonstration
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Optional Hot Air Balloon Tour and North Of Cappadocia Tour & Fly Back To Istanbul
7 stops
9
Ozkonak Underground City
Özkonak Underground City is a multi-level underground settlement near Avanos in Cappadocia. Built from soft volcanic rock, it was used by early Christians for shelter and defense. It features tunnels, living areas, wine cellars, and ventilation shafts — even holes for communication between floors. Smaller and quieter than other underground cities, it offers an authentic look at ancient life beneath the surface.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
10
Uchisar Castle
Uçhisar Castle, located in Cappadocia, Turkey, is a natural rock fortress and the highest point in the region. Carved during the Byzantine era, it features a network of tunnels and rooms. The castle provided strategic advantages as a lookout and refuge. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Cappadocia's unique landscape from the top, making it a popular tourist attraction.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
11
Love Valley
Love Valley, located in Cappadocia, Turkey, is famous for its distinctive phallic-shaped rock formations created by volcanic activity and erosion. This scenic valley is popular for hiking, photography, and hot air ballooning, offering breathtaking views, especially at sunrise and sunset. It is a favorite destination for tourists exploring the natural wonders of Cappadocia.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
12
Red Valley
Red Valley, located in Cappadocia, Turkey, is renowned for its vibrant red and pink-hued rock formations. It offers scenic hiking trails and is especially famous for its spectacular sunsets. The valley features ancient rock-cut churches and cave dwellings, making it a popular destination for both natural beauty and historical exploration.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Cavusin Village
Çavuşin Village, situated in Cappadocia, Turkey, is renowned for its ancient rock-cut dwellings and churches. With a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations, including the Hittites and Byzantines, the village offers a glimpse into the region's past. Visitors can explore rock-cut churches like the Church of St. John the Baptist and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and fairy chimneys. Çavuşin is a popular destination for tourists interested in history, architecture, and outdoor activities such as hiking.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
14
Avanos
Pottery demonstration and red river
1 hour • Admission ticket free
15
Istanbul
End of your Tour, Transfer to Asr/Nav Airport, fly back to Istanbul. Pickup from Saw/Ist Airport and transfer to the address that you reside. End of the tour

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Flight tickets are economy class for all options, with 15 kg check-in luggage and 8 kg hand baggage allowance for each domestic flight. If you require additional baggage allowance, please contact us directly. This product is not wheelchair accessible.
• The balloon ride is available as an optional activity and is not included in the price for all options. Balloon flight ticket prices vary based on season and demand. For accurate information, please specify your request in the special requests section when booking this tour. We will promptly contact you to provide the latest details

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