Istanbul - Ankara - Cappadocia | 7 Days
Istanbul - Ankara - Cappadocia | 7 Days
Istanbul - Ankara - Cappadocia | 7 Days
7 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
702343
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , French , SpanishActivities:
Boat/Cruise Excursion, Hot Air Ballooning, Sightseeing, Walking
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 7-day cultural journey through Turkey, exploring the vibrant cities of Istanbul, Ankara, and the enchanting region of Cappadocia. Begin your adventure in Istanbul with a visit to the bustling Spice Market, a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, and iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Discover the opulent Topkapi Palace before heading to Ankara to explore the Anatolian Civilizations Museum and the Mausoleum of Ataturk. In Cappadocia, delve into the mysteries of an underground city, marvel at the Goreme Open Air Museum, and wander through Uchisar Village. Enhance your experience with an optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's surreal landscapes. Enjoy comfortable 4-star accommodations, guided tours, and a domestic flight back to Istanbul, making this an unforgettable exploration of Turkey's rich history and stunning landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul Arrival
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Hotel Yigitalp or Grand Gulsoy or similar
Arrival at Istanbul airport. Assistance and transfer to the hotel. Meals: No Overnight: Istanbul
Day 2 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Hotel Yigitalp or Grand Gulsoy or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel . Drive from your hotel to Spice Market for shopping . Free time. Then meet and proceed to take 1,5 hrs Bosphorus Cruise excursion along the bosphorus , that is dividing the 2 continents Asia & Europe . During the excursion you will enjoy the beauty of Istanbul , with its forest , Palaces and wooden old houses built on both continents . Lunch at local restaurant . After lunch visit Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque) , Hippodrome and the famous Hagia Sophia . Free time at Grand Bazaar .
Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
Day 3 : Istanbul - Ankara
Location: Ankara
Accommodation Name: Point or Latanya or Anadolu Downtown or Green park or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel . Departure from the hotel to visit Topkapi Palace ( harem section entrance free is not included ) the house of the ottoman sultans . Departure from the hotel to Ankara – the capital of Turkey . Arrival to Ankara in early evening. Overnight: Ankara Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 4 : Ankara - Cappadocia (Via Salt Lake)
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Dinler Urgup or Perissia or Avrasya or Dinler Nevsehir or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel . Visit Anatolian Civilizations Museum where you will see the Neolithic & Paleolithic ruins from Urartu , Hatti, Hittite, Phrygia civilizations, then proceed to Mausoleum of Ataturk , the founder of Turkish Republic. In the afternoon drive to Cappadocia . (Without a prior notice, government ceremonies are being held inside the mausoleum. During this time the mausoleum is closed to visits. In case our scheduled visit coincide with these ceremonies, the visit of the mausoleum will be done as panoramic -only photo stop-). En route visit the Underground city that is one of the biggest underground city in the region, constructed by the first Christians to protect themselves from the attacks .
Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 5 : Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Dinler Urgup or Perissia or Avrasya or Dinler Nevsehir or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast . Full day visit at Cappadocia . Visit Göreme Open Air Museum - a UNESCO Heritage site , a fantastic region with it’s cave churches located on the valley. Then proceed to Uchisar Village and then the spectacular fairy chimneys. Visit Derbent Valley with and explore the natural rock formations and get a chance to attend the workshops of carpets and onyx-stones .
Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast and dinner at the hotel
Optional Tour | HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR
In the early morning departure from your hotel . a chance to live this unique experience, an overlooking to Cappadocia from the sky , see the beauty of the region the rock formations, fairy chimneys, natural formations, lunar landscapes ..
Day 6 : Cappadocia - Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Hotel Yigitalp or Grand Gulsoy or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast. transfer to Cappadocia airport (ASR or NAV) and flight to İstanbul. Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to the hotel. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Istanbul Mileage: 160 km
Day 7 : Istanbul Departure
Location: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast (if the flight schedule allows). According to flight schedules, transfer to Istanbul airport Assistance with check-in formalities and flight to your onward destination. End of our services
Meals: Breakfast Overnight: N/A Mileage: 40 km
What's Included
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Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights in Istanbul, 1 night in Ankara, and 2 nights in Cappadocia at 4-star accommodations.
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Flights
Cappadocia to Istanbul domestic flight is included.
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Guide
An official English-speaking guide is provided, with options for Spanish and French upon request.
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Meals
The tour includes 6 breakfasts, 3 dinners, and 1 lunch.
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Additional Services
Receive 1 bottle of water (0.5 lt) on the coach between days 3-5, free WIFI on the bus, entrance fees to the mentioned museums, and local taxes including VAT and hotel stay-over taxes (2%).
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Transport
Travel in an air-conditioned deluxe coach throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
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Airline Tickets
Airline tickets other than those stated in the inclusions are not included.
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Tips
Tips of any kind are not included and are non-compulsory.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered in the tour package.
Please Note
This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.
On the other hand It is always advisable that you get a photocopy taken of your passport’s information page, prior to your travel, for security reasons. This is particularly useful if the trip is international, and the person is far away from their home country. A photocopy of your passport makes passport renewal an easier process, especially in a situation where the passport was damaged, lost or stolen.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style and comfort with an air-conditioned deluxe coach throughout the tour, complemented by a domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4-star accommodations throughout your journey, with 3 nights in Istanbul at Hotel Yigitalp or Grand Gulsoy, 1 night in Ankara at Point or Latanya, and 2 nights in Cappadocia at Dinler Urgup or Perissia, ensuring comfort and convenience.
Check out our Q&As
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What languages are available for the guided tours?
The guided tours are available in English, and possibly in Spanish and French. Please consult during booking for availability in Spanish and French.
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Is there an optional activity available during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional hot air balloon tour over Cappadocia available during the tour.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
An air-conditioned deluxe coach is provided throughout the tour.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, entrance fees to the mentioned museums in the itinerary are included.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 6 breakfasts, 3 dinners, and 1 lunch.
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Is there any domestic flight included in the tour?
Yes, a domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul is included in the tour.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.