8 Days - Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale & Cappadocia / by Plane

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  Suzanne

  Asked on October 5th, 2026

  Can you please provide the cost of hot air balloon ride?

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    Suzanne

    Traveler•Written October 2026

    Can you tell me the time of each day for the 3 way flights? I may want to do my own bookings. Also, is this one tour party for the entire 8 days or are we lumped into other traveling group tours.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written October 2026

    Regarding the domestic flights, there are 3 domestic flights required for this itinerary, and they are not included in the standard package price:
    - Day 3: Istanbul → Izmir
    - Day 5: Izmir/Kusadasi → Cappadocia
    - Day 7: Cappadocia → Istanbul
    
    If you would like us to arrange the domestic flights, you can select them from the "Extra Add-ons" section under the room options when making your reservation. If you prefer to book the flights yourself, once your tour booking is confirmed, we will provide you with the exact recommended flight numbers and departure/arrival times that match the itinerary, so you can book the correct flights without affecting your tour schedule.
    
    Regarding the hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia, the price is USD 300 per person, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. The balloon flight takes place early in the morning around sunrise and does not interfere with the regular tour program. If it is cancelled due to weather conditions, the amount will be fully refunded.
    
    Regarding the group arrangement, you will not necessarily travel with the same group and guide for the entire 8 days. We operate small-group tours regionally, so you may join different groups in each region. The guide does not travel with you between destinations. Our operations team will stay in contact with you throughout your journey via WhatsApp and email, providing your pick-up times, transfer details, flight information, and daily arrangements.
  
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  Brenda

  Asked on October 1st, 2026

  Could you please give me an estimated cost for the airfares? Probably travel in late November 2026

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written October 2026

    There will be 3 domestic flights and the price is 391 USD per person. You may directly add from extra adds on part under the room section
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  Tania

  Asked on September 22nd, 2026

  We want to add a Cappadocia hot air balloon ride to the package - if weather cancels the first morning - does it get guaranteed next day?

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Hot air baloon can be arranged as an extra. The price is 300 usd per person including pick up and drop off for October. If it is cancelled because of the weather, it can be postponed to next morning depending on the availability, not guarantee or it can be refunded to you. We may add hot air baloon after your reservation if you would like to have.
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  Vicki

  Asked on September 20th, 2026

  I will be arriving into SAW airport on Friday and staying one night at a hotel there to meet up with a friend. I would like to join the tour Saturday as I see that I just an arrival day. Is it possible to get a transfer from Movenpick hotel or do I need to go back to SAW airport for pickup? It's only 5 minutes away so not a big deal either way but just wondering what my options are before I book. I am a solo female traveler and open to suggestions for how to book - as a single or if there is another solo traveler to do a shared room with.

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    We may provide your arrival transfer from Movenpick hotel instead of the airport. You need to choose single room while you are making your reservation as we do not have sharing room options
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  Beth

  Asked on September 11th, 2026

  For the local flights, how much extra would it cost to have more than a 13 kg bag? I would be traveling from Canada and being 13 kg or under just does not seem feasible to me.

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Normally, the baggage allowance for domestic flights is 15 kg of checked baggage + 8 kg of carry-on baggage per person. If you require additional baggage allowance, you will be able to purchase extra baggage online, including during the online check-in process. Alternatively, you may book the package without domestic flights. Once your reservation and travel dates are confirmed, we will provide you with the exact domestic flight schedules that you need to book, and you may purchase the tickets directly yourself with the baggage allowance that best suits your needs.
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  Taylor

  Asked on September 11th, 2026

  Please provide 2 quotes ie including and excluding the internal flights.

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    Taylor

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    We don't need to see Ephesus has we had previously visited. Please advise of any alternative activities we can do (otherwise, we are happy to leave for an earlier flight to Cappadocia)
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    You will see the prices for both the Silver and Gold Package accommodation options on the tour page. These prices are already excluding the domestic flights.
    
    The Silver Package includes 4-star hotels, while the Gold Package includes 5-star/higher-category hotels, so you may choose whichever option is more suitable for you.
    
    Under the room/add-ons section, you will also have the option to add the domestic flights if you would like us to arrange and book them for you.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Regarding the Izmir to Cappadocia flight, you may skip the Ephesus tour on that day if you prefer. Depending on your travel date, the flight will normally be in the late afternoon or early evening. During the day, you may have some free time to explore independently or enjoy a beach day instead.
    
    Unfortunately, it is not possible to arrange a completely different flight schedule, as this is a package tour and the flights are coordinated with the other guests and the overall itinerary. Also, the Izmir–Cappadocia flight schedule is limited, and on some dates there may not be a direct flight, in which case a connecting flight may need to be arranged.
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    Taylor

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    Which airlines do you normally use?
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    Taylor

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    If you book our flights for us, are we able to advise you of our Frequent Flyer loyalty numbers to accumulate frequent flyer points with that airline? (Eg Turkish Airlines which is linked to the Star Alliance FF program)
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    Taylor

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    Are all the internal flights typically late afternoon or early evening?
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    Taylor

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    We may stay further in Istanbul for an extra one or two nights after the tour. Please advise of the cost of extending our stay at the same hotel (Celal Sultan Hotel).
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    For the flight from Istanbul to Izmir on Day 3, we normally use Turkish Airlines TK2332, departing IST at 17:00 and arriving at ADB at approximately 18:00.
    
    For the Izmir to Kayseri (Cappadocia) sector, we use either SunExpress or Pegasus Airlines, depending on the flight schedule and availability for your specific travel date. This flight is generally scheduled for the evening.
    On Day 7, the flight from Kayseri to Istanbul is normally scheduled at around 18:00.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Yes, if we arrange the domestic flights for you, you may provide us with your frequent flyer membership numbers, and we can add them to the applicable flight reservations where supported by the airline.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Yes, most of the domestic flights used for this package are scheduled for the late afternoon or evening, as they are coordinated with the daily tour program. The exact Izmir–Kayseri flight schedule will depend on your travel date and airline availability.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    We can arrange an additional one or two nights in Istanbul after the tour, subject to hotel availability.
    
    The rate is USD 140 per night for a double room, including breakfast.
    Our first partner hotel is Celal Sultan Hotel. If Celal Sultan is not available for your dates, we can arrange accommodation at Antea Hotel Old City, our alternative partner hotel in the Old City area.
  
  
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  Marlene

  Asked on September 10th, 2026

  what is the cancellation policy. We will fly out from middle east (Bahrain) and are concerned if flights get cancelled. Secondly, will you also help in hot air balloon booking for Cappadocia. Finally, for day 8, what will be the max. checkout time, as our flight will be very late night.

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Please find our cancellation policy below:
    Up to 31 days before departure: 35% of the tour cost is forfeited
    30–15 days before departure: 50% of the tour cost is forfeited
    14–7 days before departure: 80% of the tour cost is forfeited
    6 days or less before departure: 100% of the tour cost is forfeited
    
    Regarding the hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia, it can be arranged as an optional extra for USD 300 per person, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. You may let us know after making your reservation if you would like us to arrange it for you.
    The standard hotel check-out time is 12:00 PM, and complimentary late check-out is unfortunately not available. If you would like to keep the room after the standard check-out time, the hotel charges an additional full night at USD 140 per room.
    Alternatively, you may check out at 12:00 PM and leave your luggage at the hotel reception until your departure time.
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    Marlene

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    I am selecting the flights aswell as part of the tour. Booking internal flights pushes the price close to 6000 $. This hits against my card limit and I cant complete the transaction. Can you advise please, what should I do? Can you break this into two payments or can tourradar do it? Or shall I book the main package and then after 1 day pay for the internal flights?
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  Christian

  Asked on September 9th, 2026

  What is the normal size of the tour group? Are there normally children on your trips as we probably would not to accommodate kids needs. Are there long distance drives? If so, would each traveller have window seat?

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    This is a by-plane package, and there will be 3 domestic flights included during the tour.
    Our small groups generally consist of approximately 13–15 travelers. Regarding the age range, most of our guests are typically middle-aged or older.
    Children are certainly welcome to join our tours; however, we generally do not have many children participating in our small-group tours.
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    Christian

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    So you really have 13-15 people leaving on a tour every day of the week? Are groups ever smaller? We would be interested in a tour starting on a Monday.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    The numbers mentioned are the maximum group sizes. As this package combines different regional tours, the number of participants may vary from one city to another, and you may be traveling with different guests in each region.
    You will also have different local expert guides in each region, rather than one guide accompanying you throughout the entire trip.
    This package is available for departure every day and combines individual airport transfers, domestic flights, and small-group tours with local expert guides in each region.
    Please also note that there is no assistant service at the airports for the domestic flights. You will travel independently between the regions, and our local teams will arrange the necessary transfers at each destination.
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    Christian

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    Can you clarify what it means "There is no assistant services at the airports" versus "our local teams will arrange the necessary transfers at each destination" Are you saying when I leave a location, you will provide transportation to the airport and transportation from the new airport to the new hotel? Is this cost included in the trip price?
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  Diana

  Asked on September 2nd, 2026

  Can internal flights be included in the tour package?

  Flights / Transfers
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    Diana

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    What is the price for an air balloon ride and does it include insurance?
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    Diana

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    Will all travellers be together in a group and what is the age of the group?
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    Diana

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    What exactly is included in this trip?
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    Diana

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    Will I face problems at the airport when flying from the UK to Turkey with a German passport?
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    If you would like us to arrange the required domestic flights within Turkey, you can simply add the domestic flight option under the room/add-ons section when making your reservation, and we will book the necessary flights for you.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    We work with Kaya Balloon, a well-established balloon company in Cappadocia. Their prices are fixed according to the travel period. If you let us know your intended travel date, we can advise you of the applicable balloon price. Alternatively, once your tour is booked, we can arrange the balloon flight for you and provide all the necessary details.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Yes, you will join other travelers for the scheduled small-group tours. Our guests are generally a mixed international group, and the typical age profile is approximately 30–65 years old. However, we cannot guarantee the exact ages of the travelers for a particular departure, as bookings may continue to change until the tour date.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    All inclusions and exclusions are listed in the tour itinerary/booking page.
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    We would not normally expect you to have a problem simply because you are traveling from the UK to Turkey with a German passport. However, passport and entry requirements are determined by the relevant authorities, so we recommend checking the current entry requirements before traveling.
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  Graham

  Asked on August 29th, 2026

  Please advise 1. pricing for the local / domestic tickets, and other optional activities. 2. Whether you are able to cater for Jain or vegetarian meals 3. Whether you can hold booking for couple of days to help me book flights.

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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written August 2026

    The package requires 3 domestic flights, and the total price is USD 400 per person for all 3 flights.
    
    For optional activities, we can arrange the Hot Air Balloon Flight in Cappadocia:
    USD 300 per person
    Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off
    Takes place around sunrise, so it does not affect your regular tour schedule
    
    Other optional activities can also be arranged after your reservation is confirmed, and we can send you the available options and prices.
    
    Please note that we do not provide international flight services. International flights will need to be booked independently.
    
    Yes, vegetarian meals can be arranged throughout the tour.
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    Graham

    Traveler•Written August 2026

    Do we get double beds - that is king size beds or two separate / single beds? We are after king size beds as part of our hotel accommodations. Please confirm.
    
    Also, I feel that the balloon experience price is in higher side - what options do we have?
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written August 2026

    Regarding the beds, we can arrange the rooms with either one double bed or two separate single beds, according to your preference. Please note that double beds in hotels in Turkey are generally queen-size rather than king-size. We can certainly request the largest available double bed from the hotels for you, but a king-size bed cannot be guaranteed.
    
    Regarding the hot air balloon flight, we are currently working with Kaya Balloon, and the price we provided is based on their current October rates. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a lower rate with this balloon company.
    
    However, the balloon flight is completely optional, and you are very welcome to book the hot air balloon experience independently with another company if you find a more suitable price.
    
    All balloon flights take place around sunrise, so even if you arrange it independently, it will not affect your regular tour schedule.
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    Graham

    Traveler•Written September 2026

    As we get closer to the departure date, I was wondering if you could kindly let us know approximately how many people have confirmed their bookings for this tour. It would also be very helpful if you could share any suggestions or things we should be mindful of or plan for in advance so that we can make the most of our time and enjoy the tour to its fullest.
    
    I would also like to reconfirm our dietary requirements. We are pure vegetarians. We do consume dairy products, but we do not eat meat, seafood, eggs or any other non-vegetarian ingredients. We also do not consume honey or figs.
    
    Could you please ensure that these dietary requirements are noted with the relevant hotels, restaurants and tour arrangements, and kindly confirm that suitable vegetarian meals will be available throughout the tour?
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    Tour Altinkum TravelOperator•Written September 2026

    Regarding the group size, our tours operate as small-group tours, generally with a maximum of around 13–15 participants. Please note that the group may change from one region to another, as we operate with local expert guides in each destination rather than having the same group and guide throughout the entire journey. Therefore, the exact number of participants may vary during your tour.
    
    For your trip, we recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, as there will be quite a lot of walking at the historical sites, particularly Ephesus and Pamukkale. It is also a good idea to bring a light jacket or layers, especially for Cappadocia, as mornings and evenings in October can be cooler. Our operations team will contact you via WhatsApp one day before and throughout your journey with the next day's schedule, pick-up times, and any necessary information, so you will always be kept updated.
    
    Regarding your dietary requirements, we have noted them carefully:
    Pure vegetarian – dairy products are acceptable, but no meat, seafood, eggs, honey, figs, or other non-vegetarian ingredients.
    
    We will inform the relevant hotels, restaurants, guides, and our operations team accordingly. Vegetarian meal options will be arranged for the meals included in your tour. We also recommend reminding your guide of your dietary requirements at the beginning of each regional tour, particularly regarding eggs, honey, and figs, so they can reconfirm the details directly with the restaurants.
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