TURKEY – ISTANBUL & CAPPADOCIA HIGHLIGHTS
Istanbul • Cappadocia • Bosphorus Cruise • Underground Cities
8 Days / 7 Nights
₹
1,25,000
/ Person
Quick Overview (Above the Fold)
- Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Destinations: Istanbul • Cappadocia
- Category: Culture • History • Landscapes
- Starting Price: ₹1,25,000 per person*
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Istanbul’s iconic mosques, palaces & bazaars
- Bosphorus cruise between Europe & Asia
- Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys & underground cities
- Optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia
- Carefully paced itinerary with buffer days
- Blend of ancient empires, Islamic heritage & natural wonders
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
Turkey – Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights is a classic, high-trust itinerary designed to showcase the country’s two most defining experiences: the imperial grandeur of Istanbul and the surreal volcanic landscapes of Cappadocia.
The journey is intentionally balanced — Istanbul is explored across multiple days to avoid monument fatigue, while Cappadocia includes sufficient buffer time to accommodate weather-dependent activities such as hot air ballooning. Domestic flights are used to minimise travel fatigue and maximise experience quality.
Ideal for culture lovers, couples, and first-time Turkey travellers, this itinerary offers depth without overload, ensuring both historical context and visual drama.
PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS
₹1,25,000
Standard Heritage (3★)
- Well-located 3 ★ hotels in Istanbul & Cappadocia
- Shared sightseeing tours
- Domestic flights included
- Best for value-focused travellers
₹1,65,000
Deluxe Boutique (4★)
- Premium 4 ★ / boutique hotels
- Better room categories & smoother transfers
- Enhanced city tour pacing
- Best for couples seeking comfort with character
₹2,45,000
Premium Luxury (5★)
- 5 ★ Bosphorus hotel in Istanbul
- Luxury cave hotel in Cappadocia
- Priority services where available
- Best for honeymoons & luxury seekers
DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
- Arrival at Istanbul Airport
- Meet & greet with local representative
- Transfer to hotel & check-in
Evening:
- Free time around hotel area
- Optional Bosphorus-side dining
🏨 Overnight: Istanbul
Day 2: Istanbul Old City – Imperial Core
- Breakfast at hotel
- Guided Old City Tour:
- Hagia Sophia (exterior / interior as permitted)
- Blue Mosque
- Hippodrome Square
- Grand Bazaar
Afternoon: Return to hotel / leisure time
🏨 Overnight: Istanbul
Day 3: Palaces & Bosphorus Cruise
- Breakfast at hotel
- Day Highlights: Topkapi Palace, Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise (shared)
Evening: Free time / optional hammam experience
🏨 Overnight: Istanbul
Day 4: Istanbul → Cappadocia
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to airport
- Domestic flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir
Afternoon: Hotel check-in, Sunset viewpoint visit
🏨 Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 5: Cappadocia – North Tour
- Optional: Early Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride (weather dependent, extra cost)
- Breakfast at hotel
- North Cappadocia Tour: Göreme panorama, Fairy chimneys, Avanos village, Pasabag area
🏨 Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 6: Cappadocia – South Tour
- Breakfast at hotel
- South Cappadocia Tour: Underground city, Valley walk (season dependent), Rock-cut churches & viewpoints
🏨 Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 7: Cappadocia → Istanbul
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to airport
- Domestic flight to Istanbul
Evening: Free time for shopping or leisure
🏨 Overnight: Istanbul
Day 8: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Check-out
- Transfer to airport
- Tour concludes
TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS
- Airport ↔ Hotel transfers
- Istanbul–Cappadocia–Istanbul domestic flights
- Sightseeing transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
✅ PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
- 7 nights accommodation with daily breakfast
- Domestic flights within Turkey
- Istanbul Old City tour
- Bosphorus cruise
- Cappadocia North & South tours
- All applicable local taxes
❌ PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
- International airfare
- Turkey visa (if applicable)
- Hot air balloon ride (optional)
- Personal expenses & optional activities
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Ideal For
History & culture enthusiasts
Couples & honeymooners
Scenic photography lovers
First-time Turkey travellers
Best Time To Visit
April to June & September to October: Best weather.
July–August: Hot, crowded.
Winter: Snowy Cappadocia, fewer crowds.
Important Notes
- Hot air balloon rides are weather-dependent and not guaranteed
- Modest dress required at mosques
- Walking involved in Old City & Cappadocia tours
- Domestic flight schedules may shift
❌ CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
- 30+ days before travel: No charges
- 15–29 days before travel: 25%
- 7–14 days before travel: 50%
- Less than 7 days / No-show: 100%
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
Is the hot air balloon included?
No. It is optional due to high demand and weather dependency.
Can Cappadocia be replaced?
Possible, but Cappadocia is strongly recommended.
Is this trip rushed?
No. Buffer days are intentionally built in.
Can this be customised further?
Yes. Hotel upgrades, private tours, and extensions are possible.
Contact & Bookings
