Turkey: Istanbul & Cappadocia
8 days, 2 cities |
Which trip style is right for you?
Essential: Budget-friendly, shared accommodations. Perfect for solo travelers and extroverts.
Plus: Hotel-style rooms with one other traveler. Great for those who want more privacy.
Why go?
From exploring the bustling bazaars of Europe’s largest city to soaring high above Asia’s most unique landscapes, this Turkish adventure is truly the best of both worlds—across two continents.
What you'll get
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers (or book 'em yourself)
- 6 nights in handpicked accommodations
- 6 breakfasts
- 3 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- 24/7 support
- Entrance to the Hagia Sophia
Picture yourself
- Exploring a 1,500-year-old mosque in Europe’s largest city
- Cruising between continents on the Bosphorous Strait
- Rising with the sun in a hot air balloon over Cappadocia
- Wandering the Mars-like terrain of central Turkey
- Browsing the thousands of shops of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar
Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight flight
It’s not quite a hot air balloon ride, but don’t worry—that’s where we’re heading. Next stop: Istanbul.
Day 2: Arrive in Istanbul + Welcome Dinner
Welcome to Istanbul, Turkey, a city that straddles both Europe and Asia. Get settled in and get some rest—tomorrow you’ve got two continents to explore.
- Meet an EF representative and fellow travelers as they arrive at the airport.
- Transfer to your hotel to check in and check out your room.
- Enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your group at an authentic local spot.
Chat with a Trip Expert!
1-800-766-2645
Monday–Thursday, 9am–7pm ET
Friday, 9am–5:30pm ET
Accommodations
We handpick every accommodation and focus on locations and properties where local culture is at your doorstep. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used properties for this tour.
Traveler photos
Reviews
Overall rating based on 31 traveler reviews
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Not only was Turkey fabulous with my bestie by my side, but our tour guide, Nulifer, was amazing! She was very informative on the history of Turkey and also, so friendly and funny. It was such a memorable trip and I will remember it forever! Thank you EF Ultimate break!
This was the experience of a life time & made even better by our tour guide Aynur! Everything was done smoothly! The food, the city, hot-air balloon, & the people were amazing !
I just returned from my first EF trip to Istanbul and Cappadocia, and it was absolutely amazing! Istanbul’s mix of history and culture blew me away—walking through the Grand Bazaar, visiting the Hagia Sophia, and cruising the Bosphorus were unforgettable. Then, Cappadocia took...
It’s hard to believe we could get a better tour leader than Kubilay. Kubie, you were so much fun and so knowledgeable about everything we experienced. You made it seem so easy to be Turkish haha. And don’t even get me started on the night show lol. You were just the best
The Istanbul and Cappadocia tour was an incredible experience! Istanbul’s vibrant history, stunning architecture, and bustling bazaars were a perfect start, while Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes and hot air balloon ride took my breath away. Our guide was fantastic, offering...
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