Private Tour Highlights
- Explore the majestic land of Cappadocia, see the fairy-chimneys and mushroom shaped pinnacles.
- Haggle over the price of Turkish jewelry, carpets, ceramics, and other goods in the famous Grand Bazaar.
- Wander through Sultanahmet Square, where both the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are located. This section is enriched with so much history and beauty.
- Hike through the Rose Valley in Cappadocia and see the remnants of underground cities.
- Cruise the Bosphorus to get the best view of both the European and Asian sides of the city.
- Marvel over the incredible decoration of Topkapi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years. There are many buildings and courtyards to explore.
Tour Overview
Experiencing Istanbul and Cappadocia will be a real Turkish Delight! Discover all of the iconic sites of historic Istanbul, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar. Explore the majestic land of Cappadocia, filled with moon-like landscape, fairy chimneys, and underground cities!
Begin exploring the ancient city of Istanbul. Visit the extravagant Topkapi Palace, once the main residence of Ottoman Sultans. Wander through the many buildings and admire the beautiful mosaic decorations. See the Hagia Sophia, an ancient seat of the Byzantine Church. Marvel over the Blue Mosque, still a functioning mosque and one of Istanbul biggest attractions. Walk through the Roman Hippodrome that was once used for chariot races. Discover the seemingly never-ending Grand Bazaar. One of the world’s first and largest covered shopping areas, the Grand Bazaar is filled with many small shops offering the best in Turkish goods including jewelry, carpets, and ceramics. Visit a 17th century Spice Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most colorful, bustling attractions. Take an unforgettable cruise along the Bosphorus, the majestic strait that runs through Istanbul, linking Europe and Asia. From the cruise boat, see the dramatic sights lining the Bosphorus’ wooded shores: mosques, a bridge that for a time was the world’s longest and Rumeli Hisar, a massive fortress built by Mehmet the Conqueror in just three months as he prepared to take Istanbul. Admire the 19th-century mansions of the Ottoman elite and the Sultans’ fanciful gingerbread palaces and hunting lodges.
In Cappadocia, take in all of the breathtaking views this region has to offer. Visit the Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabagi (Monk’s Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Go to the Open Air Museum in Goreme where the remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements date back hundreds of years. Hike through the Rose Valley and visit the churches. Explore the old Christian village of Cavusin. Discover the incredible Kaymakli Underground City and see the Ortahisar natural rock castle.
Inclusions
- One Arrival and departure airport transfers with A/C comfortable vehicles
- English speaking assistant’s service at the airport both on arrival and departure.
- Touring with a professional, licensed English speaking tour guide
- Private Boat for the Cruise on the Bosphorus
- All sightseeing and admission fees indicated in the program
- Turkish Night Show in Cappadocia with dinner and local drinks
- Welcome packages, including wet napkins and maps
- Bottled water in the minivans during transfers.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on all vehicles for transfers and touring
- Local taxes VAT and service charges
- Please note that, all of our guests are covered by 3rd Party Liability Insurance Policy
- 24/7 assistance from our offices in Istanbul and Kusadasi
Exclusions
- Meals (Lunches, Dinners except the Turkish Night Show in Cappadocia)
- International & Domestic Airfare
- Tips to guides and drivers.
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia – USD 360 per person (1 Hour Standard flight)
- Personal expenses
- Visa fees and Medical Insurance
Package Price: From £$ 5729
Prices shown above are per person. Hotel categories do not adhere strictly to international ratings; Yampu has evaluated the hotels according to destination and availability. Prices include local airfare (where applicable), hotel accommodation including daily breakfast; all transfers with baggage handling, all guided tours in English and all entrance fees.
Please note that prices are subject to change based on availability and seasonality, especially during the holiday season from December 20th through January 5th each year. Please contact a Yampu Travel Specialist for more information on best times to travel.
Trip Type:
All our trips are operated on a private basis unless specified otherwise. This is only a sample itinerary; your Yampu Tour Consultant will personalize this trip for you according to your available dates, interests and type of hotels. This is your trip and we will work on making it perfect!
Tour Itinerary
Istanbul
Upon arrival into Istanbul, be met by a local Yampu representative who will transfer the traveler to the hotel.
Upon arrival into Istanbul, be met by a local Yampu representative who will transfer the traveler to the hotel.
Historic Istanbul
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Go on a guided tour exploring the ancient city of Istanbul. The tour includes a visit to the Topkapi Palace, the main residence of Ottoman Sultans. See the Saint Sophia Basilica, an ancient seat of the Byzantine Church. Marvel over the Blue Mosque, still a functioning mosque and one of Istanbul biggest attractions. Walk through the Roman Hippodrome that was once used for chariot races. Finish the day wandering through the seemingly never-ending Grand Bazaar. The Grand Bazaar is filled with many small shops offering the best in Turkish goods including jewelry, carpets, and ceramics. ...read less
Two Continents in One Day
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Begin the day with a 2-hour cruise on the Bosphorus by private boat, taking in panoramic views of the city and the surrounding area.
The Bosphorus Strait, which joins the Sea of Marmara and Istanbul with the Black Sea, is some 16 miles long and averages around just over half a mile in width. The shores are today, and have been for many centuries, favorite dwelling places of Istanbul's wealthier community. Disembarkation on the Asian Side. Visit Beylerbeyi Palace on the Asian side of the city. Then drive to Camlica hill.
After that, cross over the Bosphprus Bridge and drive back to the European Side. Continue to the Suleymaniye Mosque, one of the key landmarks on the skyline of the old city of Istanbul: the classic building by the classic architect of the classical Ottoman age. Few visitors realize that the mosque, a lofty structure of space and geometry, is just one part of a vast complex of buildings designed by Sinan in the 1550s for the sultan whose name it bears. Next, you will visit the Old Spice Market where you can find a vast diversity of spices, sacks of henna, many varieties of oils and herbs, and of course the world’s very best Turkish delight.
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Istanbul – Kayseri – Cappadocia
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Today, you will be transferred to Istanbul Airport to take your flight Kayseri.
Upon arrival, you will be met by a local Yampu representative and transferred to your hotel.
Depart from the hotel and visit the Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabagi (Monk's Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles.
In the afternoon visit Open Air Museum in Goreme where the remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements date back hundreds of years.
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Cappadocia - Underground Cities
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Depart from the hotel for another adventure in Cappadocia. Hike through the Rose Valley and visit the churches. Afterwards visit the old Christian village of Cavusin. Stop for lunch near Pigeons Valley and then continue on to see the Kaymakli Underground City. Visit the Ortahisar natural rock castle.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
At night, be taken to an exclusive night club where to enjoy a spectacular oriental show and a dinner. The party includes belly dancers, folk groups from various regions of Anatolia and Turkish singers and two soft drinks/half a bottle of wine. Transfer back to the hotel at the end of the evening.
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OPTIONAL Hot Air Balloon Ride
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Get up before sunrise, you will be able to take a hot air balloon ride - are one of the most popular activities in the Goreme Valley.
Typically, these rides last around an hour and a half and literally go wherever the wind may blow in the valley. The balloon carriages hold around ten people with the pilot following the air currents and floating along the valleys, often below the ridge line and close to the famous natural phenomena – the chimney rocks. At the end of the Balloon ride, you will be transferred back to your hotel for breakfast & freshen up. ...read less
Depart Cappadocia
At the appropriate time, you will be met at the hotel approximately 2 hours before your departure flight time for your private transfer to the Kayseri airport to take your domestic flight back to Istanbul.
Upon arrival, you will be connecting to your international flight home.
At the appropriate time, you will be met at the hotel approximately 2 hours before your departure flight time for your private transfer to the Kayseri airport to take your domestic flight back to Istanbul.
Upon arrival, you will be connecting to your international flight home.
Istanbul, İstanbul, Turkey
Cappadocia, Nevşehir, Turkey
Places You'll See
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Istanbul
Visit the city that has a long, rich history. First known as Byzantium in 660 BC, this city has been home to many different civilizations. Beginning in 330 AD, the city was renamed to Constantinople during the Roman, Byzantine, Latin, and Ottoman empires. After the country’s establishment in 1923, the city was renamed again to Istanbul. The city served a hub for the growth of Christianity until the Ottomans conquered, whose religion was Islam. The city has so many different layers of history, making it an exciting place to explore! The city itself is split by the waters of the Bosphorus strait, onto two different continents, Europe and Asia. This makes it easy to hop from one continent to another without even leaving the city! Istanbul is well known for its landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, the Grand Bazzar, and the popular Turkish hammams(Turkish bath houses). This city has so much to offer!
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Cappadocia
Visiting Cappadocia is like stepping into another land. The region of Cappadocia is filled with majestic landscape. The land is moon-like and fairy-esque. This spectacular land was formed by the remnants and erosion of lava covered land from the once active volcanic mountains. There are unique rock formations, breathtaking valleys, underground cities, and caves to explore.
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Hotel Options
4 Star Properties
Levni Hotel
Istanbul , TURKIYE (TURKEY)
Levni provides luxurious, beautifully furnished rooms and suites for your comfort. We are giving our best for our guests to have an enjoyable stay with us and make the most of the many opportunities offered by Istanbul. Our experienced and fully informed staff will make you feel at home and reveal you the secrets of a city they love by providing you with local tips and practical advice.
Old Greek House
Cappadocia , TURKIYE (TURKEY)
The village of Mustafapasa, high in the historic region of Cappadocia is home to the Old Greek House, a 19th-century property with a famed traditional restaurant. The hotel can arrange airport transfers and offers rustic charm with modern fittings.
Exposed stone walls and traditional rugs feature in each characterful room. Most of the Old Greek House’s rooms look out onto the hotel’s terrace and all come with a seating area and central heating.
The hotel’s restaurant exemplifies Turkish tradition, home-made cuisine is served in Arabic-styled dining rooms where guests are seated on hand-woven rugs. All food is organic and sourced locally.
The area is famous for its spectacular landscapes and the hotel can aid guests in organising tours by foot, bicycle and even by hot air balloon. The town is a 20-minute drive from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Göreme National Park.
5 Star Properties
Pera Palace
Istanbul , TURKIYE (TURKEY)
Istanbul’s most iconic hotel located in the vibrant Beyoglu district for over one century, combines timeless glamour and elegance with genuine Turkish hospitality. Today Pera Palace Hotel Jumeirah retains its unique heritage combined with a modern touch which epitomizes cosmopolitan Istanbul. The well appointed 115 rooms and suites retain the classic characteristics of the 19th century, with many suites inspired by the iconic guests who made this hotel their home. Afternoon tea in the opulent Kubbeli Lounge is a much-loved institution for Istanbul residents and guests alike, whilst the Orient Terrace continues to be one of Istanbul’s most popular outdoor venues, and is renowned as the place to meet in the Pera district. The bijou jewel that is Patisserie de Pera is open throughout the day for the perfect Turkish coffee and indulgent cakes.
Cappadocia : Yunak Cave Houses
Yunak Cave Houses
Cappadocia , TURKIYE (TURKEY)
Set in Cappadocia’s landscape of fairy chimneys, Yunak Evleri is a unique cave hotel carved into a mountain cliff. It offers rooms dating back to the 5th century and a 19th-century Greek mansion. Certain rooms include a balcony or a terrace where you can admire the views of Urgup.
Rooms at Yunak Evleri feature warm hardwood floors, traditional carpets and handcrafted furniture. Each has its own spacious marble bathroom with amenities. Some include a jacuzzi.
The on-site library offers books about Cappadocia and Turkey. Guests can also enjoy a large collection of jazz and classical CDs or watch a movie on a wide-screen TV in the old mansion.
The attentive staff offer personal advice on the nearby attractions including Cappadocia’s underground cities and hidden cavernous churches. The hotel also organizes regular and private tours with professional tour guides.
Luxury Properties
Istanbul : The Peninsula Bosphorus Istanbul
The Peninsula Bosphorus Istanbul
Istanbul , TURKIYE (TURKEY)
Well set in Istanbul, The Peninsula Istanbul provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Among the various facilities are a garden, a terrace, as well as a restaurant. There is a spa and wellness centre with an outdoor swimming pool, indoor pool and fitness centre, as well as a sauna. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms include bed linen. The Peninsula Istanbul offers 5-star accommodation with a hammam. Speaking Arabic, English, French and Russian, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Spice Bazaar, Galata Tower and Suleymaniye Mosque. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 37 km from The Peninsula Istanbul.
Cappadocia : Argos in Cappadocia
Argos in Cappadocia
Cappadocia , TURKIYE (TURKEY)
Once a monastery, the award-winning Argos offers individually appointed rooms spread over several natural stone buildings. Each room offers free Wi-Fi. Some have breathtaking views of Pigeon Valley or private outdoor area.
All rooms feature original details, including elaborate stone carvings and antique furnishings. Each has a private bathroom, while many offer an open fireplace and an iPod docking station. Some rooms are accessed by underground tunnel and feature vaulted ceilings.
The hotel’s Seki Restaurant serves a variety of local and international dishes, either indoors or al fresco accompanied by views of Güvercinlik Vallet and Erciyes Mountain. A wide selection of wines, produced from the property’ own vineyards and stored in an underground cellar, is available.
The property offers airport shuttle services at an extra fee to and from the nearest airports. Guests can join sightseeing tours. Hot air balloon rides are available. ATV and horse riding tours are also available.
Argos in Cappadocia is just few minutes’ walk from the centre of Uchisar, with its many restaurants and shops. Uchisar’s soaring rock castle offering magnificent views is also just steps away.
Testimonials
Carla and Antonio
Traveled August 2021
Pottery, magic carpets, and Turkish delights, Oh my!!
Wow! Turkey is a must vacation for anyone interested in great food, approachable and welcoming citizens, and significant world history! Istanbul is truly a secular cosmopolitan metropolis… Traffic included lol The Cappadocia region was truly a step back in time… And the hot air balloon ride is a must! Pottery, magic carpets, and Turkish delights, Oh my!!
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