Highlights of Istanbul and Cappadocia

After breakfast, departure at approximately 08:00 for a full-day guided tour of Istanbul. Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia, originally built in the 6th century as a Byzantine church and later converted into an Ottoman mosque. Continue to the magnificent Blue Mosque, the only imperial Ottoman mosque with six minarets, famous for its interior decorated with over 20,000 handmade blue İznik tiles. Explore the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople, once the social and sporting center of the Byzantine Empire. Visit the world-renowned Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays) and enjoy free time for shopping. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, sailing between Europe and Asia along the strait connecting the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea. Conclude the day at the vibrant Egyptian Spice Market, an atmospheric bazaar dating back to the Ottoman period. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport to catch your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, transfer to Cappadocia. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, departure between 09:00 and 09:30 for a full-day guided tour of Cappadocia. Visit Uçhisar Citadel, the highest point in the region offering panoramic views. Continue to Love Valley and Paşabağ (Monks Valley), famous for their unique fairy chimneys and extraordinary rock formations. Explore Open Air Museum, Filled with cave dwellings, historic churches and a mosque, there is nothing quite like it in Cappadocia. Visit Avanos, the traditional pottery center of Cappadocia with a history dating back thousands of years.Conclude the day at Devrent Valley, known for its fascinating rock formations resembling various shapes. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Istanbul and onward connection.