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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kayseri to Cappadocia

    Kayseri to Cappadocia
    Start point
    Istanbul, Turkey (Centrally located Istanbul Hotels)
    Meals
    Lunch (Typical Turkish Lunch in Avanos)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Cappadocia Old Houses)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Goreme Museum with rock-cut churches and frescoes
    • Visit Devrent Valley with animal-shaped rock formations
    • Visit Pasabagi (Monks Valley)
    • Pottery making experience with local experts in Avanos
    • Visit Goreme Panorama viewpoint
    • Visit Uchisar rock castle

    Optional Activities

    • Hot Air Balloon Flight
    Landmarks
    Goreme Museum
    Devrent Valley
    Pasabagi
    Avanos
    Goreme Panorama
    Uchisar
  3. Day 2

    Cappadocia

    Cappadocia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Cappadocia Old Houses)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rose and Red Valley
    • Explore Cavusin village and rock churches
    • Visit Pigeon Valley with dovecotes
    • Explore Underground Cities with bedrooms, church, meeting hall and food storage
    Landmarks
    Rose and Red Valley
    Cavusin
    Pigeon Valley
    Underground Cities
    Ortahisar
  4. Day 3

    Cappadocia to Istanbul

    Cappadocia to Istanbul
    End point
    Istanbul, Turkey (Returns to original departure point)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Cappadocia on your own

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  • Rafa
    Rafa4.0April 2026
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    There were two days of excursions to different inns, the subway city, the interesting thing was also that the hotels...
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  • Mary5.0November 2025
    The “door to door” package was excellent. Picked up from our hotel in Istanbul and brought us back to our next hotel...
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  • Jerad4.0June 2025
    Overall we really enjoyed our tour of Cappadocia. Our trip started with transfers to the Istanbul airport and airline...
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  • Ana5.0October 2024
    Tour Altinkum was excellent in organizing even the smallest details for us! All the pickuo services were on time and...
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  • Claire5.0October 2024
    The overall experience was excellent. The tour included transfers from our hotel in Istanbul to the airport, the...
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  • james5.0May 2024
    Great tour and tour guide
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  • Jane
    Jane4.0April 2024
    While we enjoyed our trip and our guide Ali was terrific we had many organizational and communication problems with...
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  • Amina
    Amina5.0July 2023
    It was magical. The historic places visited, museums, under ground city, charming restaurants in town and of course...
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    Hello Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip. Your feedback always motivates us to serve you better. We are looking forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards,
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  • Faroz5.0June 2023
    Excellent arrangements made. Very well organized. Loved the hotel and the breakfast that was provided, that was...
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    Hello Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip. Your feedback always motivates us to serve you better. We are looking forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards,
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  • Robert5.0May 2023
    Great tour .Everything went fine including the pick ups , tours themselves,great guides, Turkish Airlines , and the...
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  • M

    Melanie

    Asked on August 1st, 2026

    What is the group size and what size of vehicle is used for airport transfers and day tours?

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    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      Can you provide details of which flights (airline, flight no.) that company will be using along with flight time?

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      Please provide details of balloon operator package that your company works with along with the no. of people in the balloon and pricing for October 15/16th. Please also confirm that taking optional balloon ride will not interfere with rest of the itinerary including transfer to the airport on day 3.

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      I would like to ensure that the triple occupancy at Dere suites has three proper beds and not a sofa bed for my son as he is tall. Can you provide me the room type your company will book at this hotel?

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      If Dere suites is not available, please provide names of other "similar" hotels your company uses so that I can look them up for room types.

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      Please confirm that pick-up and drop-offs can be arranged from airbnb's / rental apartments in two locations. Are Istanbul airport transfer private or group transfers?

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      Our tours are operated in small groups, usually with 13–15 participants.
      For airport transfers and daily tours, we use Mercedes Sprinter vans or similar air-conditioned vehicles.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      If you add the optional domestic flights, we will arrange the flights. The flights will be TK 2020 for 1st day (06:35 a.m IST- 07:55 ASR and TK 2015 13:15 ASR- 14:55 IST for last day. First fligth needs to be very early in the mornign according to tour schedule but last day flight can be changed according to your plan. If you woudl like to book the domestic flights by yourself, it is also possible but as I have mentioned before you need to book TK 2010 for your first morning.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      The hot air balloon flight is available as an optional activity.
      Price: USD 300 per person
      Includes: Hotel pickup and drop-off
      Operator: Kaya Balloon
      Basket Capacity: Approximately 20–24 passengers
      The balloon flight takes place at sunrise, so it does not affect the tour itinerary, you will return to hotel around 7.30-8 a.m
      Please note:
      Children under 6 years old are not permitted to fly.
      Balloon companies do not accept automatic backup reservations for the following day.
      If the flight is canceled due to weather, we will try to arrange it for the next morning subject to availability.
      If no flight can be arranged or cancelled, the full balloon payment will be refunded.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      Our Gold Package hotel is Dere Suites Hotel. If, in the unlikely event that it is fully booked, we will arrange a hotel of a similar standard and quality. For three guests, we will reserve a standard triple room (Deluxe Category). We cannot guarantee a specific room number, as room assignments are made by the hotel according to availability.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      Unfortunately, we do not provide pickup or drop-off directly from Airbnb or private rental apartments in Istanbul.

      Instead, please provide the name of the nearest well-known hotel to your accommodation. Our driver will pick you up and drop you off in front of that hotel, which makes it much easier for our drivers to locate you.

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      Can you confirm that the standard triple room ensures 3 proper beds and not sofa bed for my son?

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      For Day 3, if we want to see hot air balloons from some of the view points on the ground, can that we arranged through your company or should that be arranged with the hotel?

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      Are Tours for Oct 13th or 14th guaranteed starts or can be cancelled? Rest of my itinerary hinges on this so I would like to ensure that they don't get cancelled due to lack of travelers etc.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      Yes, we can confirm that your room will have three separate proper beds. It will not be a sofa bed.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      Unfortunately, we do not offer a separate balloon-watching tour. However, you may ask the hotel reception about the best nearby viewpoint to watch the balloons at sunrise. They will be happy to assist you with recommendations and transportation options if needed.

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten August 2026

      Yes, both the 13 October and 14 October departures are guaranteed. Our package tours operate regularly and are not canceled due to a low number of participants, so you can confidently plan the rest of your trip around these dates.

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      How does Atinkum Travel communicate with me going forward before the tour start? - whatsapp, emails, calls etc. to arrange specifics for pick up. e.g. how should i communicate and confirm pick up and drop off details in Istanbul (two different hotels) to Atinkum Travel?

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      What do I need to book the Kaya Balloon ride for Day 2 (Oct 14th) through Atinkum Travel?

    • M

      Melanie

      TravelerWritten August 2026

      If i want to go to Göreme for dinner etc., is it easy to catch a Taxi from Dere Suites or do it need to be preplanned?

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    Lynne

    Asked on July 22nd, 2026

    Could you please arrange the tour starting on 6 September after my arrival? What is the total price, domestic round-trip flights, airport transfers, cave hotel, Red & Green Tours, and optional hot air balloon price?

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    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten July 2026

      Unfortunately, the standard package starts with a 06:30 a.m. flight from Istanbul Airport, so it would not be possible for you to catch this flight. Any delay to your international arrival could result in missing the domestic flight.

      Instead, we can arrange the following itinerary for you at no additional cost:
      06 September
      Arrival in Istanbul
      Domestic flight to Cappadocia at 08:25 a.m.
      Hotel check-in and free time

      07 September
      Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia Tour

      08 September
      Underground City of Cappadocia Tour
      Evening domestic flight back to Istanbul
      Transfer to your Istanbul hotel

      The total price for 2 people in a double room, including round-trip domestic flight tickets:

      Silver Package: USD 1,257
      Gold Package: USD 1,392

      Silver Package: 2 nights at Cappadocia Old Houses Hotel or similar

      Gold Package: 2 nights at Dere Suites Hotel or similar

      Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight: The world-famous Cappadocia hot air balloon flight can be added to your booking for USD 300 per person, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. Since all balloon flights take place at sunrise, they do not affect your daily tour schedule.

  • M

    Margaret

    Asked on May 15th, 2026

    If I book on the Cappadocia tour 2-4 June, what would the cost if the airfares be? How are these organized?

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    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten May 2026

      If you would like us to arrange your domestic flight tickets, you may add them through the Add Extras section. The price is USD 251 per person for 2-way domestic flight tickets.

      If you prefer to book the flights by yourselves, we will send you the recommended flight details after your booking confirmation.

  • J

    Joel

    Asked on February 23rd, 2026

    Is the tour partial guided?

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    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten February 2026

      Our tours are partially guided. Please note that there is no assistant service provided at the airports.

  • W

    Wayne

    Asked on February 22nd, 2026

    Could you assist in organising one night of post-accommodation and a day tour of Istanbul for two travellers?

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    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten February 2026

      Of course, we can arrange the itinerary as follows:
      Day 1: Early morning flight to Kayseri / Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia Tour – Overnight in Cappadocia
      Day 2: Underground Cities of Cappadocia Tour – Overnight in Cappadocia
      Day 3: Flight to Istanbul – Overnight in Istanbul
      Day 4: Hotel check out& Treasures of Istanbul Tour – End of our service
      The price is USD 910 per person in a double room, including:
      2 nights accommodation in Silver category hotels in Cappadocia
      1 night accommodation in Istanbul
      2-way domestic flight tickets
      3 full-day tours with lunch
      Airport transfers (shared basis)

      Please note that admission tickets and tips are excluded from the price.

  • J

    Janice

    Asked on January 31st, 2026

    Can you please tell which airline you use and the baggage allowance

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    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      Your flights will generally be operated by Turkish Airlines (THY). The standard baggage allowance includes 15 kg checked luggage and 8 kg cabin (carry-on) luggage.

  • M

    Michelle

    Asked on November 27th, 2025

    this 3 day tour has optional balloon ride included but in the itinerary there is no mention of when the balloon happens and the cost price involved. We hope to be there in mid October 2026

    Tour Details
    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      The hot air balloon can be arranged as an extra activity, and since it is a sunrise flight, it will not affect your tour schedule. The price is 300 USD per person, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. It can be arranged for the morning of Day 2.

    • M

      Michelle

      TravelerWritten November 2025

      do you have to pay in USD?

    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      You may pay with USD, Euro, TL

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    Katie

    Asked on November 10th, 2025

    can you tell me which balloon operations you use and also the detail so the balloon flight (eg. flight time, inclusions etc) It seems that it could be beneficial to book outside the tour so I just want to compare.

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    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten November 2025

      We work with Kaya Balloon Company. All hot air balloon flights take place at sunrise. Hot air baloon is not included int he package price, it can be arranged after your booking. The flight itself lasts about 1 hour, while the total operation (including transfers and preparation) takes around 2.5 to 3 hours. Please note that prices vary depending on the month.

  • N

    Nathan

    Asked on October 7th, 2025

    I would like to ask what happens with the dinner on the first and second day. Is it not included in the package? If so, can I have dinner at the hotel and could you give me an approximate menu price?

    Meals
    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten October 2025

      Dinners are not included in the tour package. There are several restaurants near your hotel where you can have dinner according to your taste. It's difficult to give an exact price, as restaurant menus and prices vary, but you can expect to spend around 15–20 euros per person for a meal. You may also ask the hotel reception for restaurant recommendations nearby.

  • S

    Stephen

    Asked on October 6th, 2025

    What date is the arrival back from thise tour on the last day to istanbul?

    Tour Details
    Transport
    • Tour Altinkum TravelOperatorWritten October 2025

      Return to Istanbul will be around noon to early afternoon on 15th October.

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