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Turkey – Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights

Curated by Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited

Empires • Minarets • Fairy Chimneys

QUICK OVERVIEW (ABOVE THE FOLD)

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Destinations Covered: Istanbul → Cappadocia → Istanbul

Departure City: Chennai (Primary Operations Hub)

Other Indian Cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & others available on request

Category: Culture • History • Scenic Landscapes • Honeymoon Friendly

Starting Price: ₹1,25,000 per person*

₹1,25,000/Person

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*Prices vary based on season, domestic flight availability, and balloon ride demand

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Istanbul’s iconic mosques, palaces & bazaars
  • Bosphorus cruise between Europe & Asia
  • Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys & underground cities
  • Optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia
  • Carefully paced itinerary with buffer days
  • Blend of ancient empires, Islamic heritage & natural wonders

PACKAGE OVERVIEW

Turkey – Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights is a classic, high-trust itinerary designed to showcase the country’s two most defining experiences: the imperial grandeur of Istanbul and the surreal volcanic landscapes of Cappadocia.

The journey is intentionally balanced — Istanbul is explored across multiple days to avoid monument fatigue, while Cappadocia includes sufficient buffer time to accommodate weather-dependent activities such as hot air ballooning.

Domestic flights are used to minimise travel fatigue and maximise experience quality.

Ideal for culture lovers, couples, and first-time Turkey travellers, this itinerary offers depth without overload, ensuring both historical context and visual drama.

PACKAGE PRICE OPTIONS

(Per person, twin sharing | Excluding international flights)

Standard Heritage Stay – 3 ★

1,25,000 Per Person
  • Well-located 3 ★ hotels in Istanbul & Cappadocia
  • Shared sightseeing tours
  • Domestic flights included
  • Best for: Value-focused travellers seeking a complete Turkey experience

Deluxe Boutique Experience – 4 ★

1,65,000 Per Person
  • Premium 4 ★ / boutique hotels
  • Better room categories & smoother transfers
  • Enhanced city tour pacing
  • Best for: Couples & travellers wanting comfort with character

Premium Cave & Bosphorus Luxury – 5 ★

2,45,000 Per Person
  • 5 ★ Bosphorus hotel in Istanbul
  • Luxury cave hotel in Cappadocia
  • Priority services where available
  • Best for: Honeymoons, luxury seekers & milestone trips

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

  • 3 ★ : Central Istanbul hotels & standard Cappadocia hotels
  • 4 ★ : Boutique city hotels & upgraded cave hotels
  • 5 ★ : Bosphorus-view luxury hotels & premium cave properties

Exact hotels are confirmed at booking based on availability and season.

DAY–BY–DAY ITINERARY

  • Arrival at Istanbul Airport
  • Meet & greet with local representative
  • Transfer to hotel & check-in

Evening:

  • Free time around hotel area
  • Optional Bosphorus-side dining

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

  • Breakfast at hotel

Guided Old City Tour:

  • Hagia Sophia (exterior / interior as permitted)
  • Blue Mosque
  • Hippodrome Square
  • Grand Bazaar

Afternoon:

  • Return to hotel / leisure time

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

  • Breakfast at hotel

Day Highlights:

  • Topkapi Palace
  • Spice Bazaar
  • Bosphorus Cruise (shared)

Evening:

  • Free time / optional hammam experience

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Transfer to airport
  • Domestic flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir

Afternoon:

  • Hotel check-in
  • Sunset viewpoint visit

Overnight Stay: Cappadocia

Optional Early Morning:

  • Hot Air Balloon Ride (weather dependent, extra cost)
  • Breakfast at hotel

North Cappadocia Tour:

  • Göreme panorama
  • Fairy chimneys
  • Avanos village
  • Pasabag area

Overnight Stay: Cappadocia

  • Breakfast at hotel

South Cappadocia Tour:

  • Underground city
  • Valley walk (season & fitness dependent)
  • Rock-cut churches & viewpoints

Overnight Stay: Cappadocia

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Transfer to airport
  • Domestic flight to Istanbul

Evening:

  • Free time for shopping or leisure

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Check-out
  • Transfer to airport
  • Tour concludes

TRANSPORT & TRANSFERS

Included Transport

  • Airport ↔ Hotel transfers
  • Istanbul–Cappadocia–Istanbul domestic flights
  • Sightseeing transfers in air-conditioned vehicles

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS FROM INDIA

(OPTIONAL ADD-ON)
  • Departures available from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru & other Indian cities
  • Flight fares vary based on city, dates & airline availability
  • Airport assistance provided by resort representatives
  • Class included, as per package
  • Business class upgrade available

IDEAL FOR

✔ History & culture enthusiasts
✔ Couples & honeymooners
✔ Scenic photography lovers
✔ First-time Turkey travellers

BEST TIME TO VISIT

April to June & September to October: Best weather

July–August: Hot, crowded

Winter: Snowy Cappadocia, fewer crowds (balloons weather dependent)

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Hot air balloon rides are weather-dependent and not guaranteed
  • Modest dress required at mosques
  • Walking involved in Old City & Cappadocia tours
  • Domestic flight schedules may shift

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Indicative Cancellation Slabs (Land Package):

  • 30+ days before travel: No charges
  • 15–29 days before travel: 25%
  • 7–14 days before travel: 50%
  • Less than 7 days / No-show: 100% (No refund)

Flights and visas follow provider rules.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

No. It is optional due to high demand and weather dependency.

Possible, but Cappadocia is strongly recommended.

No. Buffer days are intentionally built in.

Yes. Hotel upgrades, private tours, and extensions are possible.

CONTACT & BOOKINGS

Ghilli Dilli Tours and Travel (OPC) Private Limited
Gurgaon, Haryana – India

Call

+91 8851898784

Email

ghillidilli.india@gmail.com