2-Day Cappadocia Adventure – Small Group Tour from Istanbul

Tour Style: Small Group | Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night | Departure: All Year Round – Guaranteed
Highlights: Avanos, Urgup, Uchisar, Pigeon Valley, Cavusin, Mazikoy Underground City

Tour Overview

Experience the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia on this 2-day small group adventure from Istanbul. Explore whimsical fairy chimneys, historic underground cities, and traditional Turkish villages. This tour offers an immersive cultural and natural experience, perfect for travelers with limited time but big dreams.

Day 0 – Departure from Istanbul

• 18:00: Meet at YUME Travel Office in Sultanahmet for free shuttle service to Istanbul Bus Station.
  Address: Küçük Ayasofya Cad., Street No: 57, Sultanahmet, Istanbul – near the taxi stand.

• 21:00: Overnight bus departure to Cappadocia.

Day 1 – North Cappadocia: Fairy Chimneys Tour

• 07:30: Arrival at Nevşehir Bus Station. Free shuttle to Urgup City Bus Station, then transfer to Dedeli Konak or Dedeli Deluxe Hotel.

• 09:30: Begin North Cappadocia Tour:

  • Devrent Valley: Discover unique fairy chimneys and rock formations shaped like animals and figures.

  • Love Valley: Marvel at the iconic three-headed fairy chimneys surrounded by scenic vineyards.

  • Avanos: Visit a traditional pottery workshop, using clay from the Red River, and watch local artisans at work.

  • Uçhisar: Explore this troglodyte town and climb to the top of Uçhisar Castle for panoramic views of Cappadocia and Mount Erciyes.

Overnight: Cappadocia boutique cave hotel

Day 2 – South Cappadocia: Rose Valley & Mazikoy Underground City

• 09:30: Pick-up from hotel for a full-day South Cappadocia tour:

  • Kızılçukur (Rose) Valley: Walk through stunning rock formations and hidden rock-carved churches.

  • Cavusin Village: Visit one of Cappadocia’s oldest settlements and explore the Church of St. John the Baptist.

  • Mazikoy Underground City: Explore one of Cappadocia’s largest subterranean cities with multiple levels and tunnels.

  • Pigeon Houses: Admire unique rock-cut dovecotes used historically to collect fertilizer and feed locals.

• Afternoon: Return to hotel, collect luggage, and transfer to bus terminal for overnight return to Istanbul.

Day 3 – Arrival in Istanbul

• Morning arrival at Istanbul Bus Station. Free shuttle, taxi, or metro to Sultanahmet Old Town.

• End of services. Optional extensions in Istanbul available upon request.

Inclusions

✔ All transfers as specified
✔ Professional English-speaking guide & air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Entrance fees per itinerary
✔ 2 lunches
✔ Round-trip bus tickets Istanbul ⇄ Cappadocia
✔ 1 night accommodation in boutique cave hotel with buffet breakfast

Exclusions

✖ Drinks
✖ Tips for guide and driver
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Optional activities

Highly Recommended Optional Activities in Cappadocia

• Hot-Air Balloon Flight: €295 per adult (cash payment, no child reduction)

• Balloon Watching Photo Tour: €60 per person

• Whirling Dervishes Show: €40 per person

• Turkish Night Show: €80 per person (folk dances, belly dancers, 3-course meal, drinks, hotel transfer)

• Turkish Bath (Hamam): €80 per person

• Horse Riding: €60 per person (1 hour)

• ATV / Quad Safari: €55 per person (1 hour)