How much do I pay extra for hot air balloon ride?

The Hot Air Balloon Ride costs 349 US$ / Per Person at the moment.

please give me rates for 4 peoples with this package. hotel required from 19 Aug till 25 Aug. client is interested in Holiday inn ING Istanbul hotel. please give the possible options with the price.

Could you please let us know the exact arrival and departure dates and times?

Where will be the airport concerned? How much is the balloon ride?

We use the new airport (IST) as well as Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), but it is certainly possible to book you back to the new airport (IST). The Balloon Ride costs 349 USD / Per Person at the moment, however, this price is dynamic and changes due to the pricing policies of the hot air balloon companies. The price may go up or down depending on how many spots are left.

Could I be picked up from IST airport & start your "3day Istanbul/ Cappadocia tour"? & be dropped off at IST airport on 9/17 as your tour is complete

The first day Istanbul City Tour starts at 09:00AM. So it is not possible for you to join the tour if you arrive to IST Airport at 09:20.

Do you have such a tour ready with Balloon and Salt Lake?

Salt Lake is not included, and we do not have any tour going to the Salt Lake. This tour includes 2 Days Best highlights of Cappadocia, and you can also add the optional Hot Air Balloon Ride to your booking.

Could I join in for the remainder of the tour if I pay full price?

Unfortunately, this tour is not available until the 12 September.

can I check who covers the cost for the 2 nights in Istanbul hotel

Hotel accomodations in Istanbul is not included with this tour package. You can book your own accomodation, but please note that we only provide pick up from the centerally located hotels in Taksim, Sultanahmet, Old City areas. We can also offer Recital Hotel Sultanahmet for you. 1 Double/Twin room costs 110 US$ Per Night, including all taxes and breakfast.

I want to travel in July, between the 10th and the 26th. What dates is this tour offered? Also do I need a visa? Are they difficult to obtain?

All our tours departs every day, all year-round. So, you can pick any date and book the tour package online. We can also obtain Visa online from Turkish Government website, and it is very easy to get visa.

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Istanbul and Cappadocia with Hot Air Balloon Ride

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Platinum Operator: City of Sultans
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 25
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Istanbul
Start point
İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Airport Turkey, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (Istanbul IST Airport or Istanbul SAW Airport, 11:00 - 23:00)
Accommodation
Hotel (Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)
Day 2
Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at the Hotel), Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Istanbul including Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Grand Bazaar
- Flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia (Economy seat, 15 KG checked luggage and 8 KG carry-on included)
Landmarks
Hippodrome
Blue Mosque
Topkapi Palace
Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar
Day 3
Cappadocia
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at the Hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Arte Cave Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided full day city tour of Cappadocia (Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Imagination Valley, Pasabag Monks Valley, Avanos, Goreme Panorama)
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon Tour in Cappadocia (early morning)
Landmarks
Goreme Open Air Museum
Devrent Imagination Valley
Pasabag Monks Valley
Avanos
Goreme Panorama
Day 4
Cappadocia to Istanbul
End point
Istanbul, Turkey (IST Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport, 21:00 - 23:00)
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided full day city tour of Cappadocia (Rose Valley, Pigeon Valley, Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City, Ortahisar Village, Avanos Valley)
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul (Economy seat, 15 KG checked luggage and 8 KG carry-on included)
Landmarks
Rose Valley
Pigeon Valley
Derinkuyu Underground City
Kaymakli Underground City
Ortahisar Village
Avanos Valley

Landmarks
Hippodrome
Blue Mosque
Topkapi Palace
Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Landmarks
Goreme Open Air Museum
Devrent Imagination Valley
Pasabag Monks Valley
Avanos
Goreme Panorama

Landmarks
Rose Valley
Pigeon Valley
Derinkuyu Underground City
Kaymakli Underground City
Ortahisar Village
Avanos Valley

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1 to 99 years old

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2 hours

Response rate

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April 8th, 2023
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C
Christian
Asked on November 2nd, 2024
How much do I pay extra for hot air balloon ride?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- City of SultansOperator•Written November 2024
  The Hot Air Balloon Ride costs 349 US$ / Per Person at the moment.
N
Naomi
Asked on July 18th, 2024
please give me rates for 4 peoples with this package. hotel required from 19 Aug till 25 Aug. client is interested in Holiday inn ING Istanbul hotel. please give the possible options with the price.
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- City of SultansOperator•Written July 2024
  Could you please let us know the exact arrival and departure dates and times?
- N
  Naomi
  Traveler•Written July 2024
  arrival date is august 19th at 1:30 PM at Istanbul airport. departure is on Aug 25th at 6 AM from Istanbul airport. please advise Double, Triple and Quad occupancy prices.
R
Ronald
Asked on May 22nd, 2024
Where will be the airport concerned? How much is the balloon ride?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- City of SultansOperator•Written May 2024
  We use the new airport (IST) as well as Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), but it is certainly possible to book you back to the new airport (IST). The Balloon Ride costs 349 USD / Per Person at the moment, however, this price is dynamic and changes due to the pricing policies of the hot air balloon companies. The price may go up or down depending on how many spots are left.
- R
  Ronald
  Traveler•Written May 2024
  What is the approximate time of landing in Istanbul? Can we book our departing flight accordingly? Is there a tour that includes a short Bosphorus cruise?
- City of SultansOperator•Written May 2024
  You would be back at Istanbul between 8-10 PM. It would not be possible to fit the Bosphorus Cruise on this itinerary.
L
Luis
Asked on June 4th, 2023
Could I be picked up from IST airport & start your "3day Istanbul/ Cappadocia tour"? & be dropped off at IST airport on 9/17 as your tour is complete
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- City of SultansOperator•Written June 2023
  The first day Istanbul City Tour starts at 09:00AM. So it is not possible for you to join the tour if you arrive to IST Airport at 09:20.
T
Tanya
Asked on April 25th, 2023
Do you have such a tour ready with Balloon and Salt Lake?
Tour Details
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2023
  Salt Lake is not included, and we do not have any tour going to the Salt Lake. This tour includes 2 Days Best highlights of Cappadocia, and you can also add the optional Hot Air Balloon Ride to your booking.
- T
  Tanya
  Traveler•Written April 2023
  How much is the balloon tour for 3 days and 2 nights? Is it possible to visit your office on the 2nd, make a reservation and go to Cappadocia on the 3rd?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2023
  Hot Air Balloon ride is currently 349 US$ Per Person. You should first book the tour package online, and then we can work on the reservations.
- T
  Tanya
  Traveler•Written April 2023
  Is this a fee for just the balloon? Could you please let me know the total cost of the trip?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2023
  Hot Air Balloon Ride is 349 US$ Per Person. You can book the tour online and get instant confirmation. You can also add the Hot Air Balloon ride at the time of booking.
J
Jacqueline
Asked on September 3rd, 2022
Could I join in for the remainder of the tour if I pay full price?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- City of SultansOperator•Written September 2022
  Unfortunately, this tour is not available until the 12 September.
E
Eva
Asked on April 2nd, 2022
can I check who covers the cost for the 2 nights in Istanbul hotel
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2022
  Hotel accomodations in Istanbul is not included with this tour package. You can book your own accomodation, but please note that we only provide pick up from the centerally located hotels in Taksim, Sultanahmet, Old City areas. We can also offer Recital Hotel Sultanahmet for you. 1 Double/Twin room costs 110 US$ Per Night, including all taxes and breakfast.
M
Marc
Asked on March 2nd, 2022
I want to travel in July, between the 10th and the 26th. What dates is this tour offered? Also do I need a visa? Are they difficult to obtain?
Tour Details
Visa
- City of SultansOperator•Written March 2022
  All our tours departs every day, all year-round. So, you can pick any date and book the tour package online. We can also obtain Visa online from Turkish Government website, and it is very easy to get visa.

From

$1,000

-35%

US $650 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

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1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before April 16th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 16th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with City of Sultans. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Istanbul and Cappadocia with Hot Air Balloon Ride

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Cappadocia

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