Petra, Istanbul & Cappadocia

Overview

A brief discovery of Petra, Istanbul & Cappadocia during this 07 day / 06 night travel package. Discover Petra's mysterious charm, delight in the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and feast on the rich history of Istanbul.

• This flexible travel package for individuals and can be customized to suit the number of days you have available and where you would most like to visit within each country. 

Tour itinerary

Day 01 - Transfer from Amman to Petra

Meet at Amman Airport for private transfer to the hotel in Petra (an approx 3-hour drive). Check-in to the hotel with the remainder of the late afternoon/evening free at leisure. Overnight in Petra

Day 02 - Petra

Today visit the red rose city of Petra, first established around the 6th century B.C. by the Nabataean Arabs, a nomadic tribe who settled in the area and founded a commercial empire. Start on horseback or on foot from the main entrance gate to the beginning of the canyon, the so-called Siq. From here continue on foot to the most beautiful monument: the Treasury. Also explore the Street of Facades, the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh's Castle. Your local Petra guide is with you for the first 2.5-hours of the visit after which you then have the remainder of the day to continue exploring the site on your own. Overnight in Petra

Day 03 - Flight to Istanbul

Transfer from Petra to Amman Airport for flight to Istanbul, arrive and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul

*Additional touring services (other areas) in Jordan can be added if you have more time available.

DAY 04 - Istanbul Walking Tour

Today visit some of the most important sights of the historical Sultanahmet area. The guide takes you to the Blue Mosque, St Sophia, Hippodrome and Obelisk, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace. Overnight in Istanbul

DAY 05 - Bosphorus Cruise & flight to Cappadocia

View various sights that line its shores as you cruise along the Bosphorus during this half-day morning tour, which also includes a visit to the Spice (Egyptian) Bazaar. Then transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia

DAY 06 - Cappadocia Tour with Goreme

*Optional extra: Early morning (at sunrise) hot air balloon ride affording amazing views

Full day for exploring this land of fairy chimneys, churches & monasteries carved from the volcanic rock and picturesque valleys. The guided tour visits Devrent Valley and Monk's Valley (Pasabagi), Avanos village, Goreme Open-Air Museum and Uchisar Natural rock castle. Overnight in Cappadocia

DAY 07 - Departure

Transfer to Kayseri Airport for domestic flight back to Istanbul, arrive and end of services.

*Additional touring services (other areas) in Turkey can be added if you have more time available.