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3-Day Cappadocia Tour by Plane from/to Istanbul: Cappadocia Fairy Chimneys and Underground Cities | Small Group of 12 Pax | Meals Included
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• This is a customized 3 days package tour from/to Istanbul by plane
• Visit Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Pasabagi, Red, and Rose Valley
• Enjoy a panoramic view of the pigeon valley
• See the rock-cut houses and churches of Cavusin
• Explore underground cities of early Christians and see rock-cut churches and storage rooms
• Walk around the fairy chimneys and see the first cave houses of early Christians
• Learn the history of first habitants of Cappadocia
• Experience making potter with locals
• Tasty typical Turkis food in a local restaurant
• Visit Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Pasabagi, Red, and Rose Valley
• Enjoy a panoramic view of the pigeon valley
• See the rock-cut houses and churches of Cavusin
• Explore underground cities of early Christians and see rock-cut churches and storage rooms
• Walk around the fairy chimneys and see the first cave houses of early Christians
• Learn the history of first habitants of Cappadocia
• Experience making potter with locals
• Tasty typical Turkis food in a local restaurant
3 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Flight to Kayseri / Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia
According to your pick-up time meet with your driver at the lobby of your hotel and drive to Airport for your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival you will be greeted by your driver and drive to Cappadocia, meet with your group participants and start your full-day tour.
Explore the Goreme Open-Air Museum, which consists of many rock-cut churches from the second half of the 9th century, decorated with beautiful, colorful frescoes.
Next, proceed to Devrent Valley, famous for its quirky animal-shaped rocks that create the impression of a natural sculpture zoo. Among these formations is a rock pillar resembling the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus. Take in the unique lunar landscape and feel as if you've stepped into another world.
Your journey continues to Pasabagi, which means "the Pasha's vineyard." This site, also known as Monks Valley, was once the hermitage of Simeon monks. Here, you can see a chapel dedicated to St. Simeon and a hermit's shelter built into a three-headed fairy chimney.
Afterwards, head to Avanos, where you will enjoy a typical Turkish lunch and experience pottery-making with local experts.
The tour then continues to the Goreme Panorama, offering one of the best panoramic views of the fairy chimneys.
Finally, visit Uchisar, home to the highest natural rock castle in the region, which provides a magnificent panorama of the surrounding area.
After the tour, you will be driven to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay in Cappadocia.
Devrent (Imaginary Valley)
Göreme Open-Air Museum
Uchisar castle
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Melekler Evi Cave or similar - 2
Day 2 — Underground Cities Of Cappadocia
According to your pick-up time meet with your guide and start your full-day tour.
Your tour continues with a visit to Rose Valley, an incredibly unique area of Cappadocia known for its sharp ridges that take on a distinctive pink tint, especially during sunset. This stunning effect is due to the minerals within the sandstone.
Next, proceed to Cavusin, a village surrounded by a gradually widening valley known as the Red Valley. The historic houses and famous rock churches of this village were carved directly into massive rock formations.
Afterwards, explore Pigeon Valley, which earned its name from the countless man-made dovecotes (pigeon houses) carved into the soft volcanic tuff. It is one of the best spots for walking and hiking in the marvelous Cappadocia region.
The journey continues to the Underground Cities, which once served as a refuge for up to 15,000 Christians. These settlements were of enormous value to the development of Christianity, providing shelter and spaces for worship until the end of the 7th century AD. You will witness ancient bedrooms, a church, meeting halls, and food storage rooms within this eight-story city, connected by 30km of corridors.
Finally, visit Ortahisar, a town famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses, narrow streets, and lovely churches. The town is named after its castle-like rock formation, which dominates the skyline.
After the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel for your overnight stay in Cappadocia.
Pigeon Valley
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Melekler Evi Cave or similar - 3
Day 3 — Flight to Istanbul
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, according to your flight departure time drives to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival Istanbul, you will be greeted by your driver and transferred to your hotel. End of our service.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 2-night accommodation in Cappadocia
- Economic class domestic flight tickets
- Meal plan as mentioned in the itinerary
- Transfer services from/to airports
- Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Not included
- Admission fees to attractions
- Beverage during the tour
- Tips to the guide & driver (optional)
- Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–8 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 8 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 9–16 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 9 days to 16 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 17–32 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 17 days to 32 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 33+ days before | 65% | Cancellation Made 33 or more days prior to departure, Refund 65% of total purchase amount |
Read the full cancellation terms
* Amendments are upon availability and may require supplement fee.
Important info
Special notes
- It is highly suggested that the clients reconfirm their departure/pickup times by calling or emailing to the local tour operator no later than 24 hr before the service.
- We recommend you to arrive to the town minimum a day before the tour for this early departure.
- Please note that we do not have an assistant service for airport transfers. The driver will drop you off at the entrance gate of İstanbul airport. Please go to the check-in desk according to the instructions the provider will share in advance. When you arrive at the destination airport, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it.
- Hot Air Balloon Flight is not included in the package. Please inform the provider when they contact you for a reservation. Prices may vary depending on season and density. The provider will book the spot for you in advance. Payment can be made in Cappadocia. Optimum weather conditions are needed for a hot air balloon flight. All flights can be canceled at any time by the Civil Aviation Authority. In case of cancellation due to bad weather conditions, you will receive a full refund
- Baggage allowance is 15kg+8kg hand luggage.
- Its highly recommended to make a travel insurance for your holiday, as the provider can not be held responsible for the incident(s) which may occur during the tour.
- The local operator cannot be held responsible for letter mistakes that may occur from names forwarded to us for the purchase of flight tickets.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Adult: 8+
* Child: 4-7
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Child enjoys the same price as adults as the 3rd person in one room.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adults and child/infant.
* Child: 4-7
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Child enjoys the same price as adults as the 3rd person in one room.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adults and child/infant.
Tour operator
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