3 Days Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul by Flight
Experience the ultimate 3 Days Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul by Flight and explore the best highlights of Cappadocia with guided tours.
Visit famous valleys, spectacular fairy chimneys, ancient cave dwellings, and fascinating underground cities with expert local guides.
Embark on a journey through breathtaking landscapes in Red, Yellow, and Green tours. Stay in authentic cave or stone hotels, enjoy delicious local cuisine, and discover the captivating charm of Cappadocia stress-free.
What's Included
- Round-trip domestic flights (Istanbul ↔ Cappadocia)
- Airport transfers in Istanbul & Cappadocia
- 2 Nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Guided Red, Yellow & Green Cappadocia Tours
- Professional licensed tour guides
- Meals as per itinerary (2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches)
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during lunches
- Optional hot air balloon ride (booked separately)
3 Days Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul by Flight: Red, Yellow & Green Tours Included
Day 1 ─ Fly from Istanbul to Cappadocia ➝ Cappadocia Red Tour
Early Morning: Our professional team will pick you up from your Istanbul hotel and transfer you comfortably to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport for your domestic flight to Cappadocia.
Arrival in Cappadocia: Upon your arrival at Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport, our friendly representative will greet you with your name sign. You’ll immediately head to meet your tour guide and start the Cappadocia Red Tour.
Highlights of the Day:
- Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley): Discover naturally sculpted rock formations resembling various imaginative figures and animals. An excellent spot for photography and exploration.
- Pasabag Open Air Museum: Walk among remarkable fairy chimneys, explore historic hermitages, and listen to fascinating stories about ancient monks who lived here centuries ago.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Witness local craftsmen creating traditional pottery, and test your skills in creating your unique souvenir.
- Lunch: Indulge in authentic Turkish cuisine at a carefully selected local restaurant.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Explore historical cave houses, monasteries, and chapels in this ancient abandoned village carved directly into volcanic rock.
- Uçhisar Castle: Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Cappadocia’s picturesque valleys and fairy chimneys from this impressive castle.
17:00: Transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia for overnight stay.
Day 2 ─ Cappadocia Yellow Tour (Southern Cappadocia)
Hot Air Balloon Flight
The price of the hot air balloon flight is not included in this package. You can add it optionally if you want to experience the incredible sunrise view over Cappadocia.
Hot Air Balloon Watching
If you prefer to stay on the ground but still want to capture amazing photos of the balloons floating over the fairy chimneys, join our hot air balloon watching tour.
09:30 am: After a delicious breakfast, our guide will meet you at the hotel lobby to begin your Cappadocia Yellow Tour.
Highlights of the Day:
- Red Valley: Take a gentle hike in this spectacular valley, famous for its dramatic red rock formations, hidden cave churches, and scenic viewpoints.
- Güllüdere Valley: Admire the peaceful beauty of ancient rock-carved monasteries and churches nestled among striking geological formations.
- Çavuşin Village: Explore one of Cappadocia’s oldest settlements with impressive rock-cut houses, fascinating historical structures, and incredible vistas.
- Lunch: Taste delicious Cappadocian dishes served at a local restaurant, enjoying traditional hospitality and authentic flavors.
- Pigeon Valley: Visit the picturesque valley known for cliff-side pigeon houses, and discover their historical significance in local culture and agriculture.
- Özkonak Underground City: Unveil the secrets of Cappadocia’s underground life by exploring tunnels and chambers ingeniously carved centuries ago for protection and habitation.
17:00: After the Cappadocia tour, you’ll return to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening and stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 3 ─ Cappadocia Green Tour ➝ Fly Back to Istanbul
09:30 am: Enjoy breakfast, check-out from your hotel, and meet your guide for an exciting Cappadocia Green Tour.
Highlights of the Day:
- Ihlara Valley: Stroll along the picturesque canyon, famous for lush greenery, historical cave churches, and serene landscapes. Ihlara offers peaceful walks along the riverside trails.
- Derinkuyu Underground City: Venture into Cappadocia’s deepest underground city, exploring a remarkable network of tunnels, chambers, and ingenious engineering that allowed ancient residents to survive hidden underground.
- Belisirma Village: Enjoy a relaxing lunch beside the Melendiz River in this charming village, offering traditional cuisine and tranquil natural scenery.
- Esentepe: Capture stunning panoramic photos from this impressive viewpoint, overlooking the vast and enchanting Cappadocian landscape and fairy chimneys.
- Yaprakhisar: Discover the iconic landscape used as a filming location in the Star Wars movies, offering unforgettable scenery and excellent photo opportunities.
17:00: After the Green Tour, you will be transferred to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
Evening Flight to Istanbul: Depart from Cappadocia Airport and upon arrival in Istanbul, our representative will welcome you at the airport exit and transfer you back to your hotel in Istanbul.
- Hot air balloon rides are available at extra cost (early booking strongly advised).
- Luggage allowance per person for the flight: 15kg check-in + 8kg cabin. (You can easily add extra when you check-in online for your flight)
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please let us know during the reservation process. On the checkout page, you will see an "Additional Request" section where you can specify your preference.
However, please note that we will make the reservation at one of the hotels listed below or similar quality hotels based on availability.
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Flight timing worked perfectly with my work schedule. Boss was jealous of my vacation photos.
Turning 40 and my sister surprised me with this trip knowing I love archaeology. Best gift ever! Underground cities were like real-life adventure movie. Already planning return visit with my kids.
Travel blogger and got content for weeks from this experience. Followers loved my underground city videos.
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