5-Day Cappadocia Tour by Plane | Small Group Experience

Tour Style: Small Group | Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Highlights: Göreme, Uçhisar, Pigeon Valley, Red Valley, Çavuşin, Derinkuyu Underground City, Soğanlı Valley

DAY 1 – Arrival in Cappadocia

• Transfer from your hotel in Istanbul to the airport for a late afternoon flight to Kayseri.

• Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Ürgüp, Cappadocia.

• Overnight: Cave hotel in Cappadocia.

DAY 2 – Fairy Chimneys & Göreme Tour

09:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel for a full-day tour.

Highlights:

• Devrent Valley: Explore whimsical fairy chimneys scattered across three valleys.

• Love Valley: See the iconic three-headed fairy chimneys amidst stunning natural rock formations.

• Avanos: Visit a traditional pottery workshop using Red River clay, a craft dating back over 5,000 years.

• Uçhisar: Discover the highest peak of Cappadocia, with panoramic views and a historic rock castle.

Overnight: Cappadocia.

DAY 3 – Rose Valley & Mazıkoy Underground City

09:30 AM: Full-day tour of South Cappadocia.

Highlights:

• Kızılçukur (Red Valley): Walk among rock-carved churches and vineyards.

• Çavuşin Village: One of the oldest settlements with the 5th-century Church of St. John the Baptist.

• Mazıköy Underground City: Explore one of the largest subterranean cities in Cappadocia.

• Pigeon Houses: Iconic dovecotes carved into the rocks.

Overnight: Cappadocia.

DAY 4 – Derinkuyu Underground City & Ihlara Valley

09:30 AM: Depart for the Derinkuyu Underground City, a massive refuge for early Christians.

• Explore the Ihlara Valley, hike 4 km, and discover rock-cut churches.

• Visit Selime Monasteries, an architectural marvel along the Silk Road.

Overnight: Cappadocia.

DAY 5 – Soğanlı Valley, Taskinpasa & Kayakapi Village

09:30 AM: Early morning departure for:

• Soğanlı Valley: See rock-hewn churches dating from the 9th–13th centuries.

• Taskinpasa Village: Visit a Seljuk-era theological school and mosque.

• Keslik Monastic Area: Explore one of the largest monastic complexes in Cappadocia.

• Cemil Greek Village: A historic Christian settlement with cave houses and farming culture.

• Kayakapi Village: An ancient Christian town with unique cave architecture.

Transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight back to Istanbul and hotel transfer.
End of Tour Services

Tour Inclusions

• Airport transfers in Cappadocia

• Round-trip flights: Istanbul ↔ Kayseri

• 4 Full-day guided tours in Cappadocia

• 4 nights in boutique cave hotels

• Lunches during tours

• Professional English-speaking guide

• Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle

• Entrance fees per itinerary

Not Included

• Drinks, tips, personal expenses

• Optional activities:

  • Hot-Air Balloon Flight: €295 per adult

  • Hot-Air Balloon Watching by Taxi: €60 per person

  • Whirling Dervishes Show: €40 per person

  • Turkish Night: €80 per person

  • Turkish Bath (Hamam): €80 per person

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

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