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Soul of Cappadocia: Monasteries, Underground City & Balloon Ride
Product code 236057P134
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From EUR 537
Dates
Mar 31, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027
Start times
4:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 0-5, Adult ages 6-99
Options
Gold Package, Diamond Package, Bronze Package, Silver Package
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Duration
48 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Istanbul
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Soul of Cappadocia: Monasteries, Underground City & Balloon Ride





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Duration
48 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Istanbul
Why Travelers Love This
⭐ Semi-private guided tours limited to 10 guests for a personalized experience ⭐ Unique camel ride through Cappadocia’s breathtaking valleys ⭐ Enjoy an authentic overnight stay in a traditional Cappadocia cave hotel ⭐ Optional hot air balloon flight for unforgettable aerial views Experience the best of Cappadocia over 2 days with this unforgettable escape, combining rich history, culture, and iconic landscapes. Visit highlights such as the Göreme Open-Air Museum, Tokalı Church, Kaymaklı Underground City, Keşlik Monastery, and Sobesos Ancient City with an expert guide on a semi-private tour for up to 10 guests. Delight in a traditional lunch for an authentic taste of the region, and stay overnight in a traditional cave hotel. Optional upgrade: take a hot air balloon flight for breathtaking views of Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys — a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Overview
⭐ Semi-private guided tours limited to 10 guests for a personalized experience ⭐ Unique camel ride through Cappadocia’s breathtaking valleys ⭐ Enjoy an authentic overnight stay in a traditional Cappadocia cave hotel ⭐ Optional hot air balloon flight for unforgettable aerial views Experience the best of Cappadocia over 2 days with this unforgettable escape, combining rich history, culture, and iconic landscapes. Visit highlights such as the Göreme Open-Air Museum, Tokalı Church, Kaymaklı Underground City, Keşlik Monastery, and Sobesos Ancient City with an expert guide on a semi-private tour for up to 10 guests. Delight in a traditional lunch for an authentic taste of the region, and stay overnight in a traditional cave hotel. Optional upgrade: take a hot air balloon flight for breathtaking views of Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys — a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.
What's Included
Included
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Entrance fees to the museums, national parks, and ruins mentioned in the itinerary
Lunch
Breakfast
Semi-private guided tours limited to 10 guests per group
Hotel pick-up and drop-off services
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Included in Silver, Gold, and Diamond Package Options)
Istanbul - Cappadocia round-trip flight tickets
One night accommodation at cave boutique hotel including breakfast
Not included
Dinner & Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We will meet with you at the Galataport Cruise Port for pick you up and then transfer to airport for departure.
We will meet with you at the reception of your hotel for pick you up and then transfer to airport for departure.
End point
We will meet with you at the Galataport Cruise Port for pick you up and then transfer to airport for departure.
We will meet with you at the reception of your hotel for pick you up and then transfer to airport for departure.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
3 hours
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
We will pick you up from your hotel (or from your Airbnb address if parking is available). Additionally, if you are a cruise passenger planning pre- or post-cruise travel, we can pick you up from Galataport Cruise Port and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
1 hour
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
Upon your arrival in Cappadocia, you will be met by your driver, who will be waiting for you at the exit gate of the arrival terminal holding a sign with your name on it. You will then be driven to your hotel for a short refreshment before the semi-private guided tour scheduled for today. We organize this tour as semi-private to provide a more comfortable, high-quality, and personalized experience. By limiting the group to a maximum of 10 guests, we ensure closer interaction with the guide, smoother organization, and a relaxed pace throughout the tour. This approach allows our guests to enjoy the destination without crowds, receive more individual attention, and make the most of every moment.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
20 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
Cappadocia is famous for its unique landforms. The Fairy Chimneys are the most obvious places to visit where these landforms are best seen and the common life of humankind and nature. On this tour, you will have seen many examples of the Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia and the first off them will be Three Beauties. Meet the most famous family of fairy chimneys: Three beauties. These are the official symbol of both Urgup and Cappadocia.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
The Goreme Open-Air Museum features an extensive monastic complex carved directly into the soft volcanic rock, including ancient churches, kitchens, wineries, storerooms, and living spaces once inhabited by Anatolian Christians. With its unique architectural details and beautifully preserved frescoes, the site offers a vivid window into early Christian life in Cappadocia. Its cultural and historical significance has earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
20 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
The Tokalı Church (Buckle Church) in the Göreme Open Air Museum is considered one of the most beautiful of the Cappadocian cave churches. Its interior boasts some of the most outstanding frescoes, notable for their theological and artistic significance. The church is part of a larger complex that includes four churches and a hermitage, all dating back to the 9th century. Once the most famous church in the region, it remains one of the most impressive churches in the area today.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
20 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
The entire town is dominated by the 90-metre-high (300 ft) rock-castle in the centre of the town, which is called Sivrikoya by the inhabitants. It is an extraordinary example of the rock-cut architecture which is typical of the region and served as a refuge from attackers in Byzantine times. You will see all these rock-cut architecture by panoramic visit.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
1 hour 30 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
Today’s lunch service will be in a local restaurant at the Avanos, and you will have chance for test the "Testi Kebab" which is a traditional kebab variety of the Cappadocia region of Turkey. (Also, vegetarian meals are available in same restaurant.) Avanos is a popular destination because of its attractive old town with cobbled streets, and views over the river. The old city of Avanos, whose name in ancient times was Venessa, overlooks the longest river of Turkey, the Kizilirmak (Red River), which also separates Avanos from the rest of Cappadocia. The most famous historical feature of Avanos, which is still relevant and very visible today, is its production of earthenware pottery; it is also the most economic activity in the town. The ceramic trade in this district and its countless pottery factories date right back to the Hittites, and the ceramic clay from the red silt of the Kizilirmak has always been used.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
30 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
Uchisar rock castle is one of the biggest landmarks of Cappadocia. It is the highest tuff hill in the area with beautiful views of the surrounding valley full of bizarre rock formations. (There are no any visit to rock castle because of the walking difficulties and safety risks on there. You will have a stop for panoramic view to this rock castle.)
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
20 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
Which is also known as Imagination Valley. Valley contains many animal shaped rocks which are mostly in red colour. Some of the most frequent shapes is like Camel.
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
30 minutes
Flight to Cappadocia / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Overnight at Cappadocia
At the end of tour, we will drop back you to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
3 hoursAdmission included
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
Hot Air Balloon Ride (INCLUDED FOR SILVER, GOLD, AND DIAMOND PACKAGE OPTIONS – EXCLUDED FOR BRONZE PACKAGE OPTION) : Get ready for a unique and unforgettable experience in Cappadocia! We will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the balloon site, where you can watch the balloon being prepared for your flight. The flight takes place at sunrise, with your pilot climbing to a comfortable altitude of approximately 700 to 1000 meters above ground level. From this height, you will marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Cappadocia below. During certain segments of the flight, our pilots may also fly as low as 1 meter above the rock formations, giving you perfect opportunities for photos. The total activity lasts approximately 3 hours, with the flight itself lasting around 60 minutes. At the end of the flight, there will be a champagne celebration, and you will receive a souvenir to remember this magnificent experience. Afterwards, we will transfer you back to your hotel.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
30 minutes
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
We will pick you up from your hotel and then drive to Keslik Monastery. On the way, you will pass through Mustafapaşa (Sinasos) Village, one of Cappadocia’s hidden gems. This charming village combines history and nature, showcasing impressive examples of both Greek and Turkish architecture. With its stone houses, narrow streets, and restored old mansions, Mustafapaşa takes visitors on a journey back in time.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
1 hourAdmission included
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
Keslik Monastery is a sprawling cave monastery complex with two churches, a large refectory hall, a sacred spring, and endless cave rooms. Located in an idyllic garden setting, this is the most expansive monastery in Cappadocia. This site has been used and developed in many ways throughout the course of 2,000 years. This area was a gravesite in pre-Christian Roman times, a large communal monastery during the Byzantine era, and now a tourist site in modern Turkey.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
30 minutes
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
Sobesos Ancient City was discovered by accident in 2002. The city, which is one of the mirrors of Cappadocia's history, was unearthed as a result of a 3-year archaeological excavation. As a result of the excavations, it has been observed that there are many motifs embroidered on colored stones. Especially the floor mosaics are made with interesting geometric patterns.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
1 hour 15 minutes
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
You will have your lunch and then continue to Pigeon Valley, located in Üçhisar, to enjoy one of the best panoramic views of the region. The site also features many pigeon houses built by the ancient inhabitants of the area. If you wish, you can also visit the region’s popular onyx stone factory.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
1 hourAdmission included
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
Kaymakli, one of the major underground cities of Cappadocia, consists of 8 floors. However, as in many underground cities, not all floors are open to tourists. In the city, the first floor is separated for the animals to go out easily. Establish a connection between the churches and other living spaces with the corridors separated from the stables. Kaymakli Underground City, which has astounding sections such as warehouses, kitchens, cemeteries, mughouse, and copper processing workshop, still contains hidden underground tunnels that have not been fully revealed.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
1 hour
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at Cappadocia Airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
3 hours
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / Semi-Private Guided Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
Upon your arrival in Istanbul, we will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. The departure time of your return flight is between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This means your flight will land in Istanbul at approximately 9:30 PM to 10:45 PM. Please note that this timing may vary by approximately +/-30 minutes depending on the scheduled flights on your date. This timing is ideal as it allows you to enjoy a full-day guided tour of Cappadocia before catching your return flight to Istanbul.
Additional Info
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
To arrange your flight tickets, the local tour operator may kindly request some passport details. Providing this information will help ensure that your domestic flight booking can be completed smoothly.
Other
E-tickets for your domestic flights will be sent by the local tour operator three days prior to your departure date. Printed copies of the tickets are not required. Your passport and the reservation number shown on the e-ticket will be sufficient to obtain your boarding pass. Please note that check-in procedures are not handled by the local tour operator, as they depend on guests’ personal preferences and requirements.
Other
Each domestic flight includes a baggage allowance of 15 kg of checked luggage and 8 kg of hand luggage per person. If you require additional baggage allowance, please inform the local tour operator in advance. Please note that extra charges may apply for luggage exceeding the 15 kg limit.
Other
If you wish to change your scheduled domestic flight(s) after they have been issued, the local tour operator may request the cost of new flight tickets. Please note that flight tickets cannot be refunded or changed once issued.
Other
Pick-up transfer service is not available for hotels or addresses located inside the same airport as the departure flight. Similarly, drop-off transfer service is not available for hotels or addresses located inside the same airport as the return flight.
Other
Package prices are based on accommodation in double or triple rooms. If single room accommodation is requested for guests sharing a room, a single room supplement may apply. Please note that no additional charge applies to single or solo travelers, as they will be accommodated in single rooms by default.
Other
SEMI-PRIVATE GUIDED TOURS : Unlike standard group tours, the guided day tour(s) in this travel package are operated with a maximum of 10 participants per group. This exclusive format ensures a more personal, immersive, and comfortable experience, allowing guests to truly connect with Cappadocia’s ancient heritage and breathtaking landscapes.
Other
MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE : Hot air balloon rides are subject to weather conditions and safety regulations set by the Civil Aviation Authority. Unlike some others, we offer a guaranteed refund for the cost of hot air balloon experience if the flight is canceled due to unfavorable weather. In such cases, the balloon flight cost is refunded promptly, typically by the following day, ensuring a worry-free and transparent travel experience.
Other
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE PACKAGES : The hot air balloon ride is included in the Silver, Gold, and Diamond Packages. The Bronze Package does not include the hot air balloon activity. Accommodation for the Bronze and Silver Packages is offered at Misty Cave Hotel, the Gold Package at Zeydem Suites Cave Hotel, and the Diamond Package at Yunak Evleri Hotel. In the event that the selected hotel by guests is not available in standard or superior room categories on the requested travel dates, the local tour operator reserves the right to arrange accommodation at an alternative hotel of equivalent category and quality.
Other
The Hot Air Balloon Ride will be operated in the Standard Category. This category offers an approximate flight duration of one hour, using baskets with a capacity of 20 to 28 passengers. The actual flight time may vary between 50–55 minutes or 65–70 minutes, depending on weather conditions prior to landing. Flight duration decisions are made by the pilot in accordance with the safety regulations of the Civil Aviation Authority. The total duration of the activity is approximately 3 hours.
Other
If you have not added the Hot Air Balloon Ride to your booking for this travel package, the hot air balloon experience and any related services mentioned or advertised in the description are not included.
Other
If you do not use any service or choose not to participate in activities, tours, or airport transfers, this will be considered a last-minute cancellation. In such cases, no refund will be provided.
Other
Child rates apply only when accompanied by two paying adults. If the booking includes 1 adult and 1 child, the local tour operator may charge the rate for 2 adults.
Other
The children aged 6 and under are not allowed to participate in the hot air balloon ride due to Civil Aviation regulations.
Other
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Other
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Other
Infant meals not included.
Other
All the information provided above forms part of the terms and conditions for tour. You have been confirmed your acceptance of these when you book this tour. The local tour operator clearly specifies the details in the program, explanations, and reservation options, and is responsible only for the services indicated. That's why, please read those details while booking this tour.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Policy type
Custom
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 3+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-3 days before
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