Full-day Private Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul, Cappadocia Hotels
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Full-day Private Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul, Cappadocia Hotels

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About this experience

The Red tour is most popular daily tour in Cappadocia and you will be exploring the top sites of this fascinating destination. The tour will be full of art, history, religion and beyond the expactation. Cappadocia will take you to another planet which is full of magical lunar landscape with all surprises. No one will be expecting to see the best frescoes of the world in the middle of nowhere in a 1500 years old cave church.

Available options

from-to Hotels in Cappadocia

Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: Included for the hotels in Goreme, Urgup, Avanos, Uchisar, Ortahisar. The hotels in Nevsehir and Kayseri cities are excluded.<br/>Domestic Flights: Excluded<br/>Airport Transfers: Excluded<br/>Pickup included

from-to Hotels in Istanbul

Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: Included for the hotels in Istanbul.<br/>Domestic Flights: Round Trip flight tickets between Istanbul and Cappadocia are INCLUDED.<br/>Airport Transfers: Included (mentioned airports for domestic flights in the itinerary).<br/>Pickup included

What's included

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicles
Pick-up & drop-off from-to hotels (Valid for all options)
Lunch
Entrance fees of museums, national parks, ruins mentioned in the itinerary
Airport Pick-up & drop-off services in Cappadocia, Istanbul - Valid for "from-to Hotels in Istanbul"
Professional tour guide who licenced by Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Round Trip flight tickets between Istanbul and Cappadocia

Detailed itinerary

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Stop 1

*** This pick-up service is valid for guests who booked the option of “from-to Hotels in Istanbul” : The travel services will start with a departure transfer from your hotel to airport. The driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel (or your AirBnb address if the street of it is available for car parking) and then transfer to airport for your flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia.

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Upon your arrival Cappadocia airport, you will be met by your private tour guide and driver, and then start your full-day guided Cappadocia tour in private basis. The tour guide and driver will be waiting you at the exit gate of arrival terminal in airport, and holding a signboard written your name on it.

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*** This pick-up service is valid for guests who booked the option of “from-to Hotels in Cappadocia”: We will pick you up from your hotel and then start your full-day guided Cappadocia tour in private basis.

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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.

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Stop 5

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.

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Stop 6

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.

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Stop 7

Here is the monastery, including the rock cut churches, kitchens, wineries, storages and living rooms left from Anatolian Christians. Goreme Open Air Museum is listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Stop 8

Which is located in Uchisar town to have one of the best panaromic viev of the region. That site also covers lots of pigeon houses which are builty bye the ancient inhabitants of the region. If you like, you can able to visit popular onxy stone factory of the region.

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*** This drop-off service is valid for guests who booked the option of “from-to Hotels in Cappadocia”:At the end of tour, we will drop back you to your hotel in Cappadocia.

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Stop 10

*** These drop-off & return transfer services are valid for guests who booked the option of “from-to Hotels in Istanbul” : At the end of tour, we will transfer back you to Cappadocia airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Upon your arrival Istanbul, we will meet you again at the airport and then we will drop you to your hotel in Istanbul. *** The departure time of return flight is between 08.00pm and 09.00pm. That's meaning, Your return flight will be landing Istanbul approx. 09.30pm and 10.45pm. *** The best timing is this one for you can catch your return flight to Istanbul after your full-day Cappadocia tour on today.

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Pamukkale, 20190 Pamukkale/Denizli, Türkiye

Available languages

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Important information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
Airport pick-up & drop-off services are valid for option of "from-to Hotels in Istanbul".
Notice to guests who booked the option of "from-to Hotels in Istanbul" !!! Local tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your flight tickets. If you do not share the details which requested by local tour operator, your domestic flight tickets can not bookable.
Notice to guests who booked the option of "from-to Hotels in Istanbul" !!! Local tour operator will send e-tickets of your domestic flights at one day before your tour date. You will not need the print out copies of the tickets for domestic flights. Your passport, and reservation number on the tickets will be enough for get your boarding cards from the desks of airline companies.
Notice to guests who booked the option of "from-to Hotels in Istanbul" !!! If your return hotel is different than pick-up hotel, please inform that detail immediately. If you inform that detail after organised your flight tickets, local tour operator can request extra cost because of the distances between the airports and some hotels.
Notice to guests who booked the option of "from-to Hotels in Istanbul" !!! If your pick-up / drop-off hotels are inside of airports (IST and SAW airports) local tour operator do not provide any hotel pick-up / drop-off service.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.

Meeting point

Important notes

Tour guide will give the entrance tickets to the guests before entry to the museums and ancient ruins and religious places.

About Pamukkale

Pamukkale, known as the 'Cotton Castle,' is a natural site in Turkey's Denizli Province. It's famous for its terraces of white travertine, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters, and the ancient Greco-Roman city of Hierapolis nearby. This unique landscape and historical significance make it a must-visit destination.

Top Attractions

Pamukkale Travertine Terraces

The terraces are a natural wonder formed by calcium-rich thermal waters. The white travertine pools are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular spot for swimming and photography.

Nature 2-3 hours Free (entry to the site is included in the Hierapolis ticket)

Hierapolis

An ancient Greco-Roman city built on top of the thermal springs, Hierapolis is known for its well-preserved ruins, including the theater, necropolis, and ancient baths.

Historical 2-3 hours 60 TL

Cleopatra's Pool

A unique swimming pool filled with thermal water and ancient ruins, including columns and statues. Legend has it that Cleopatra bathed here.

Historical 1-2 hours Included in Hierapolis ticket

Must-Try Local Dishes

Denizli Kebap

A traditional kebab made with lamb or beef, grilled and served with vegetables and bread

Main Course Contains meat

Gözleme

A savory or sweet filled pastry, often made with cheese, spinach, or potatoes

Snack Vegetarian options available

Pide

A Turkish flatbread topped with various ingredients, similar to a pizza

Main Course Vegetarian and meat options available

Popular Activities

Hiking in nearby mountains Exploring ancient ruins Swimming in thermal pools Sunbathing at Salda Lake Visiting Hierapolis and Laodicea Exploring local markets Boating at Salda Lake Exploring historical sites

Best Time to Visit

April to June, September to October

These months offer pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds. The weather is ideal for exploring the terraces and historical sites.

20-30°C 68-86°F

Practical Information

Language

  • Official: Turkish
  • Widely spoken: English, German
  • English: Moderately spoken

Currency

Turkish Lira (TRY)

Time Zone

GMT+3

Electricity

220VV, 50HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Pamukkale is generally safe for tourists, but standard precautions should be taken to avoid petty theft and scams.

Important Precautions:
  • • Use licensed taxis and agree on the fare before starting the journey.
  • • Be cautious of strangers offering unsolicited help or tours.

Getting there

By air
  • Denizli Çardak Airport • 60 km
By bus

Denizli Bus Station

Getting around

Public transport

Local buses connect Pamukkale to nearby towns and Denizli. They are affordable but may not be very frequent.

Taxis

Available • Apps:

Rentals

Car, Bike

Neighborhoods

Pamukkale Town

Day trips

Laodicea
6 km • Half day

An ancient city known for its well-preserved ruins, including a large theater and ancient churches.

Salda Lake
100 km • Full day

Known as the 'Turkish Maldives,' this lake is famous for its turquoise waters and beautiful beaches.

Festivals

Pamukkale International Culture and Art Festival • July

Pro tips

  • Visit the terraces early in the morning to avoid crowds and the heat.
  • Wear waterproof shoes for walking on the slippery travertine surfaces.
  • Bring a towel and swimwear if you plan to swim in the thermal pools.
  • Try the local thermal spring water, which is believed to have healing properties.
  • Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis for a deeper understanding of the region's history.
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  • Max travelers: 15
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