5 Days Cappadocia, Konya, and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul
Experience Turkey’s cultural heartland in this 5-day immersive journey. From Cappadocia’s magical valleys to the spiritual soul of Konya and the thermal marvels of Pamukkale, every moment is crafted for comfort and discovery. All transport, hotels, and guided tours are arranged — so you can focus on the experience.
- Combines natural beauty, spirituality, and ancient history
- Includes intercity travel and domestic flights for efficiency
- All-inclusive with expert guides, tours, and airport transfers
- A perfectly paced journey from Istanbul with maximum value
What's Included
- Istanbul–Cappadocia & Denizli–Istanbul flights
- Hotel–airport transfers in Istanbul and destinations
- 4 nights hotel with breakfast
- All intercity bus tickets
- guided tours in Cappadocia, Konya, and Pamukkale
- Lunch on tour days
- All entrance fees
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Drinkst at lunch
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool in Pamukkale
- Dinners
Day 1 – Flight to Cappadocia & North Cappadocia (Red) Tour
04:00 – Hotel Pick-up in Istanbul: Our driver will collect you from your centrally located hotel and transfer you to the airport.
06:30 – Flight to Cappadocia: Take a morning flight to Cappadocia. (Please note: flight time is subject to change based on availability.)
08:00 – Arrival in Cappadocia: You’ll be greeted at the airport and transferred to the tour meeting point.
Begin your guided exploration of the captivating northern side of Cappadocia:
- Devrent Valley: A surreal valley filled with naturally shaped rock figures that spark the imagination.
- Paşabağ (Monks Valley): A peaceful setting featuring some of Cappadocia’s most unique and towering fairy chimneys.
- Avanos: A riverside town famed for its pottery workshops and centuries-old ceramic tradition.
- Zelve Open-Air Museum: Explore a multi-religious cave settlement once inhabited by Christians and Muslims.
- Goreme Panoramic Point: Stop for a breathtaking view of the Göreme Valley, known for its natural and manmade rock formations.
- Uchisar Castle (Photo Stop): The highest point in Cappadocia, offering dramatic views of the region.
17:00 – Tour Ends: Transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Cappadocia
Day 2 – South Cappadocia (Yellow) Tour
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 – Hotel Pick-up: After breakfast, set out for another full-day guided tour exploring southern Cappadocia.
- Red Valley: A stunning hiking valley famous for its rich red rock colors and scenic paths.
- Gulludere Valley: A tranquil valley known for its rock-cut churches and quiet trails.
- Çavuşin Village: An old Greek village with rock houses and one of the oldest churches in the region.
- Özkonak Underground City: An impressive underground refuge with multiple levels built by early Christians.
- Pigeon Valley: A scenic valley named after the thousands of pigeon houses carved into its walls.
17:00 – Tour Ends: Return to your hotel.
Overnight in Cappadocia
Day 3 – Intercity Bus to Konya & Konya Tour
08:00 – Transfer to Bus Station: After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to the Cappadocia bus station.
08:30 – Bus to Konya: Travel via public intercity coach to Konya. The journey takes around 3.5 hours.
11:30 – Arrival in Konya: Our team will welcome you at Konya bus station and begin your guided tour.
- Mevlana Museum: Visit the tomb of Rumi and explore the dervish lodge where his spiritual teachings were born.
- Selimiye Mosque: An Ottoman-era mosque located next to the Mevlana Museum, still active today.
- Alaaddin Mosque: A grand mosque built atop a hill offering a tranquil setting and historic Seljuk tombs.
- Karatay Madrasa: A Seljuk educational complex adorned with impressive tile work, now a museum.
- Shams-i Tabrizi Tomb: Visit the final resting place of Rumi’s spiritual mentor, located in a peaceful park.
17:00 – End of Tour: Transfer to your hotel in Konya.
Overnight in Konya
Day 4 – Bus to Pamukkale & Free Time
08:00 – Transfer to Konya Bus Station: After breakfast and check-out, you will be transferred to the station.
08:30 – Intercity Bus to Pamukkale: Journey to Pamukkale via public coach. Total travel time is approximately 6 hours. (Bus departure times are changeable according to the season and availability.)
14:30 – Arrival in Pamukkale: Our team will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.
The rest of the day is free for you to rest or explore the local surroundings at your own pace.
Overnight in Pamukkale
Day 5 – Pamukkale Tour & Flight to Istanbul
09:30 – Hotel Pick-up: After breakfast and check-out, start your guided Pamukkale tour.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Discover the ancient Roman city featuring the Grand Theatre, the Necropolis, and the Frontinus Street.
- Calcium Travertines: Walk along the famous white terraces formed by thermal waters flowing over limestone.
- Cleopatra’s Antique Pool (Optional): Enjoy a swim among ancient ruins in the thermal pool believed to have been used by Cleopatra herself (entry extra).
16:00 – Transfer to Denizli Airport: After the tour, you’ll be driven to the airport.
18:30 – Flight to Istanbul: Return flight to Istanbul (time may vary depending on availability).
20:00 – Arrival in Istanbul: Upon arrival, our team will transfer you to your hotel in Istanbul.
- Flight and bus times are subject to availability and may vary slightly.
- Intercity bus journeys are included and comfortable, with breaks
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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Five days allowed more relaxed pace to enjoy each destination. Extra day meant we could explore Cappadocia valleys in detail and had time for shopping in Pamukkale village. Konya portion included evening cultural program which was very interesting.
Perfect length tour for seeing three major highlights of Turkey. Five days gave us proper time at each location plus comfortable travel between cities.
Excellent five day journey through central and western Turkey. Cappadocia was highlight with hot air balloon flight and underground city exploration. Konya showed us traditional Islamic culture and architecture. Pamukkale was perfect for relaxation after busy sightseeing days.
Great tour combining natural wonders with cultural heritage sites. Five days felt like right amount of time to appreciate each destination fully.
Five day adventure covering three UNESCO sites. Cappadocia landscapes were otherworldly and cave hotel stay was memorable. Konya provided spiritual dimension with Mevlana Museum and whirling dervish performance. Pamukkale thermal waters were therapeutic and white terraces were stunning for photography.
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