3 Days Cappadocia and Pamukkale Tour From Istanbul

Overview:

Embark on a 3-day journey from Istanbul to Cappadocia and Pamukkale by flight. This guided tour lets you experience Turkey’s most iconic natural and historical sites, including Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, open-air museums, valleys, and Pamukkale’s famous calcium terraces and Hierapolis ancient city. Perfect for travelers seeking culture, history, and unique landscapes in a short trip.

Experience:

This 3-day tour offers an immersive experience with guided excursions, local insights, and comfortable transfers. Explore Cappadocia’s magical landscapes, visit ancient underground cities, and witness Pamukkale’s thermal terraces and Roman ruins—all in one compact, well-planned itinerary.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Istanbul to Cappadocia (North Cappadocia Tour)

• Transfer & Flight: Depart from your Istanbul hotel early morning and fly to Kayseri or Nevşehir.

• Tour Highlights:

  • Devrent Valley – Unique rock formations shaped like animals.

  • Pasabag (Monks Valley) – Famous mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.

  • Avanos – Pottery village with a local pottery-making demonstration.

  • Göreme Open-Air Museum – Explore rock-cut churches and ancient frescoes.

  • Uçhisar Castle – Panoramic views from Cappadocia’s highest point.

• Overnight: Stay in Cappadocia.

Day 2 – South Cappadocia Tour & Overnight Bus to Pamukkale

• Tour Highlights:

  • Red Valley – Walking tour through caves and fairy chimneys.

  • Çavuşin Village – Ancient rock-cut houses.

  • Kaymakli Underground City – Subterranean city used during early Christian times.

  • Pigeon Valley – Scenic viewpoint of thousands of pigeons inhabiting the cliffs.

• Evening: Transfer to overnight bus to Pamukkale.

• Meals: Breakfast and lunch included.

Day 3 – Pamukkale Tour & Return to Istanbul

• Tour Highlights:

  • Hierapolis Ancient City – Visit Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Agora, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater, and Cleopatra Antique Pool.

  • Calcium Terraces – Marvel at Pamukkale’s famous white travertine terraces.

• Flight: Transfer to Denizli Airport and fly back to Istanbul.

• Arrival: Reach your Istanbul hotel by evening, marking the end of the tour.

Optional Activities:

• Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia (additional cost).

• Evening Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul.