Private Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour Package: 8 Days, 7 Nights
Overview
Private Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour Package: 8 Days, 7 Nights
This eight-day package combines Istanbul and Cappadocia with hotels, domestic flights, airport transfers and guided tours included. It suits couples, families and international travellers who want the main sights of both destinations.
Days in Istanbul
In Istanbul you tour the Old City with a professional guide, have a free day ending with a Bosphorus dinner cruise and Turkish shows, and explore the modern side of the city with a private car and driver before flying to Cappadocia.
Cappadocia Tours and ATV
In Cappadocia you stay in a cave hotel and take the Red Tour and Green Tour, then spend a day on an ATV safari and a horse ride through the fairy chimneys. A hot air balloon flight and a photoshoot can be added as optional extras.
Tour Info
Choose your hotels
A middle-class hotel is included in this package. If you wish another hotel, we can change it: choose it below and only the price difference is added. Availability is confirmed with you.
Choose your check-in date to see the exact prices for your dates.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Istanbul
You arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), where our team welcomes you and takes you by private transfer to your hotel in central Istanbul. The rest of the day is free after check-in.
- Airport transfer included
- Free time in Istanbul
Overnight at your hotel in Istanbul.
Day 2 - Istanbul Old City Tour
With a professional guide you discover the historic highlights of Istanbul, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Topkapi Palace
- Grand Bazaar
- Professional tour guide
- Lunch included
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 - Free Time and Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
The day is free for shopping, cafes or optional activities. In the evening you join a Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish shows.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Free time in Istanbul
- Optional shopping time
- Bosphorus dinner cruise
- Turkish shows and entertainment
- Dinner included
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 - Private City Tour and Flight to Cappadocia
A private car and driver are at your disposal until the evening to explore the modern and iconic sights of Istanbul before your flight to Cappadocia.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Private car and driver service
- Galata Tower
- Dolmabahce Palace
- Ortakoy and Bosphorus views
- Balat
- Taksim Square and Istiklal Street
- Airport transfer included
- Flight to Cappadocia and transfer to your Cappadocia hotel
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 5 - Optional Hot Air Balloon and Cappadocia Red Tour
The day can begin with an optional hot air balloon flight, followed by the Cappadocia Red Tour.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Optional hot air balloon ride
- Goreme Open Air Museum
- Uchisar Castle
- Pasabag Fairy Chimneys
- Devrent Valley
- Lunch included
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 6 - Cappadocia Green Tour
The Green Tour takes you to the natural valleys and underground cities of Cappadocia.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Kaymakli Underground City
- Ihlara Valley
- Selime Monastery
- Panoramic stops
- Lunch included
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 7 - ATV Tour, Horse Riding and Optional Photoshoot
You can start the morning by watching the balloons at sunrise or with an optional balloon ride. After breakfast you set off on an ATV safari through the valleys, followed by a horse ride among the fairy chimneys and panoramic viewpoints. In the late afternoon an optional flying dress or professional photoshoot is available at some of Cappadocia's best-known spots.
- Optional hot air balloon experience
- Breakfast at the hotel
- ATV safari tour
- Horse riding experience
- Cappadocia valleys and panorama stops
- Optional photoshoot session
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 8 - Return to Istanbul and End of Services
After breakfast you check out and transfer to Cappadocia Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. From there you can continue your journey home or, if you wish, extend your stay in Istanbul.
- Flight to Istanbul
- Optional extra night in Istanbul
This is the end of our services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓7 Nights Hotel Accommodation with Breakfast – a Middle-Class Hotel from Our Selection, Confirmed by Availability and with Your Approval
- ✓Domestic Flight Tickets
- ✓Airport Transfers
- ✓Professional Tour Guide
- ✓Istanbul Old City Tour
- ✓Private Istanbul City Tour
- ✓Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
- ✓Cappadocia Red Tour
- ✓Cappadocia Green Tour
- ✓Lunch on Tour Days
- ✓Turkish Night Dinner Show
- ✓Transportation During Tours
- ✓All Local Taxes and Service Charges
- ✓Entrance Tickets to Attractions
- ✕Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional)
- ✕Personal Expenses
- ✕Drinks During Meals
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Istanbul and Cappadocia in 8 days: what you need to know
This private eight-day package combines Istanbul and Cappadocia at a comfortable pace, from $2,400 per person. Seven hotel nights with breakfast, domestic flights, airport transfers and a professional guide are included, along with the Istanbul Old City tour, a Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish shows, a private city tour by car, the Cappadocia Red and Green tours, an ATV safari and horse ride, a Turkish night dinner show, lunch on tour days and entrance tickets.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 days, 7 nights |
| Price | from $2,400 per person |
| Route | Istanbul, Cappadocia, back to Istanbul |
| Hotels | 7 nights with breakfast, middle-class hotels from our selection (cave hotel in Cappadocia), confirmed with your approval |
| Included | Domestic flights, transfers, guide, Old City tour, dinner cruise, private car tour, Red and Green tours, ATV and horse ride, Turkish night show, lunch on tour days |
| Not included | International flights, hot air balloon (optional), drinks with meals, personal expenses |
What is the best Istanbul and Cappadocia itinerary for 8 days?
Four days in each, with a good mix of guided sightseeing and experiences:
| Day | Programme |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Istanbul, private transfer |
| Day 2 | Old City tour: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar |
| Day 3 | Free day; Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish shows in the evening |
| Day 4 | Private car and driver for the modern city: Galata Tower, Balat, Ortakoy, Taksim, Istiklal Street; evening flight to Cappadocia |
| Day 5 | Optional sunrise balloon; Red Tour: Goreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, Pasabag, Devrent Valley |
| Day 6 | Green Tour: Kaymakli Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery |
| Day 7 | Sunrise balloon watching or optional flight; ATV safari and horse ride; optional photoshoot |
| Day 8 | Flight back to Istanbul and end of services |
What makes the 8-day package better than the 6-day version?
More experiences and more breathing room. The 8-day package adds a free day in Istanbul, the Bosphorus dinner cruise, a private car day, an ATV safari and horse ride, and a Turkish night show, and it gives you three mornings in Cappadocia for the balloon instead of two.
| Package | Length | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Istanbul and Cappadocia | 6 days | $1,800 per person |
| This package | 8 days | $2,400 per person |
| Best of Istanbul and Cappadocia | 10 days | $2,499 per person |
| New Year Istanbul and Cappadocia | 8 days | $1,800 per person |
What would the experiences cost on their own?
| Experience | Price from |
|---|---|
| Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish night show | $90 |
| Private city tour by Mercedes Vito | $220 per vehicle |
| Cappadocia sunset ATV safari | $65 |
| Cappadocia horseback riding | $90 |
| Cappadocia Turkish night dinner show | $80 |
The package combines all of them with hotels, flights, transfers and both guided Cappadocia tours.
Is the balloon included?
No, the hot air balloon is optional, so you can choose from the standard flight at $199 up to a private balloon at $2,999. On day seven you can also watch the balloons at sunrise instead.
When is the best time to go?
April to June and September to November are ideal for both cities and for flying. Summer is busy and hot; winter brings snow to Cappadocia and quieter museums in Istanbul.
What should you bring?
Comfortable shoes, clothes you do not mind getting dusty for the ATV, long trousers for the horse ride, smart-casual clothes for the dinner cruise and show, warm layers for Cappadocia mornings, and your passport for the domestic flights.
How do you book?
Choose your dates on this page and send the form, or message us on WhatsApp with your flights. We confirm the hotels with your approval and send the plan in writing; you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Istanbul tours, Cappadocia tours and Turkey tour packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the hot air balloon ride included in the package?
No. The balloon is an optional extra, priced from $199 per person, because many travellers prefer to decide on the day. The itinerary keeps the sunrise of day 5 free for it and day 7 as a second chance, since flights are often cancelled for wind. Tell us when you book and we reserve the balloon for your first Cappadocia morning.
Are the flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia included?
Yes. The domestic flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia on day 4 and the flight back to Istanbul on day 8 are included, with airport transfers at both ends. Your international flight to and from Turkey is booked separately. The package ends at Istanbul airport on day 8; if you want an extra night in Istanbul before flying home, ask us and we add it.
How many nights do we spend in Istanbul and in Cappadocia?
Three nights in Istanbul and four in Cappadocia, all with breakfast. In Istanbul you stay in a central middle-class hotel from our selection; in Cappadocia you stay near the valleys. We confirm each hotel by availability and only with your approval before the trip, and if you would like a different hotel category, we quote the difference when you book.
Which meals and tickets are included?
Breakfast is included every day, lunch on the guided tour days, dinner on the Bosphorus dinner cruise and the Turkish night dinner show in Cappadocia. Entrance tickets to the attractions on the tours are included, such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Göreme Open Air Museum and Kaymakli Underground City. Drinks with meals and personal expenses are not included.
What is the best time of year for an Istanbul and Cappadocia tour?
April to June and September to October are the best months: mild days in Istanbul, comfortable walking in the Cappadocia valleys and the most reliable balloon flights. July and August are hot and busy but very sunny. Winter is quieter and cheaper, and Cappadocia under snow is beautiful, but more balloon flights are cancelled, which is why the package keeps two balloon mornings.
Can I cancel the package, and do I pay in advance?
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund; cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. Send us your dates and the number of travellers first, and we confirm the hotels, the domestic flight times and the price with you, so you know exactly what you are booking before you pay.
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