Cappadocia Magics: 3 Day Tour Including Camel Ride & Balloon Ride
Overview
Experience Cappadocia from Every Angle — 3 Days of Landscapes, Heritage & Camel Ride
Discover more of Cappadocia on this 3-day journey from Istanbul. Begin with a camel ride through its extraordinary scenery, then explore Göreme Open-Air Museum, fairy chimneys, Avanos and dramatic valleys. Your final day reveals Kaymakli Underground City, Keslik Monastery and ancient Sobesos. Enjoy testi kebab lunch and tours with no more than 10 guests. Flights, museum entrance fees and Istanbul hotel or Galataport pickup are included. Add a hot air balloon ride by selecting the balloon-included option when booking.
Highlights
⭐ Experience Cappadocia by camel, across its valleys and underground.
⭐ Combine iconic landscapes with Southern Cappadocia’s hidden heritage.
⭐ Continue to Istanbul, Izmir/Ephesus, Bodrum or Antalya.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles
- Camel Ride
- Hot Air Balloon Ride (Included – Book Now with Fixed Price Guarantee, No Last-Minute Increases)
- Domestic flights: Round-trip Istanbul to Cappadocia
- Entrance fee - All entrance fees for museums and ruins listed in itinerary
- 2 nights accommodation at cave boutique hotel including breakfast
- Hotel / Airport pick-up and drop-off services
- Semi-private guided tours, limited to 10 guests per group
- Dinners
- Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up and drop-off services are available from centrally located hotels or Airbnb addresses or Galataport Cruise Port in Istanbul. Hotels are listed in the search box above; however, some properties may not appear due to updates in the address system. If your hotel is missing, please specify it in the “Special Requests” section during booking.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Departure for Your Journey to Cappadocia / Camel Ride (Included) / Overnight in Cappadocia
3 Stops
Hot Air Balloon Ride (Included) / Semi-Private Cappadocia Day Tour / Overnight in Cappadocia
6 Stops
Semi-Private Cappadocia Day Tour / Flight Back to Istanbul
9 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- To arrange your domestic flights, the tour operator may require your passport details. Providing this information in advance will allow us to complete your flight reservations smoothly and avoid any potential issues.
- Your domestic flight e-tickets will be sent to you by the tour operator via email three days before departure. Printing your tickets is not required, as both the airline and the tour operator accept digital copies.
- Each traveler is allowed 15 kg of checked baggage and 8 kg of carry-on baggage on domestic flights. If you anticipate exceeding the checked baggage allowance, please notify the tour operator in advance. Additional charges may apply for excess baggage.
- If you request any changes to your domestic flight(s) after the tickets have been issued, the tour operator may require you to pay for any additional costs associated with rebooking. Please be aware that once issued, domestic flight tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed or amended.
- ⭐ MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE FOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE: All hot air balloon flights are dependent on weather conditions and the safety regulations of the Civil Aviation Authority. If your balloon flight is canceled due to unsuitable weather conditions, the tour operator will issue a refund for the cost of balloon ride. Refunds are generally processed within the following day, providing you with a straightforward, transparent, and hassle-free experience.
- ⭐ SEMI-PRIVATE GUIDED TOURS: The guided day tour(s) included in this package are conducted with a maximum of 10 guests, providing a more intimate and comfortable experience than traditional group tours. Smaller group sizes allow for more personalized attention, greater flexibility, and a better opportunity to fully enjoy Turkey’s remarkable landscapes, history, and cultural heritage.
- ⭐ FIXED PRICE GUARANTEE FOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE: Hot air balloon prices are subject to daily fluctuations depending on demand and weather-related cancellations. During peak-demand periods, particularly following weather cancellations, prices may rise by 30–40% and, in some cases, even 70–80%. By booking today, you secure the current rate. Once your reservation is confirmed, the price of your balloon ride is guaranteed and will not increase, even if the rates rise after your booking. BOOK NOW WITH OUR FIXED PRICE GUARANTEE AND SAVE!
- Accommodation is based on double or triple occupancy, depending on the number of travelers. Two guests will share a double room, while three guests will be accommodated in a triple room. For groups of four or more, rooms will be arranged in the most suitable combination of double and/or triple rooms. Solo travelers will receive a single room at no extra charge. If members of a group of two or more request separate single rooms, a single-room supplement may apply.
- The Hot Air Balloon Ride is operated in the Standard Category, featuring an approximate flight duration of one hour and baskets accommodating 20–28 passengers. Depending on weather conditions and the pilot’s assessment before landing, the actual flight time may vary between 50–55 minutes or 65–70 minutes. The final flight duration is determined by the pilot in accordance with Civil Aviation Authority safety regulations. The total duration of the balloon experience, including transfers and preparation, is approximately 3 hours. If you have not booked the hot air balloon ride, you will not be able to participate in any of the services or activities associated with the balloon experience.
- If you choose not to use any of the services included in your package, or decide not to participate in scheduled activities, guided tours, hot air balloon rides, airport transfers, or other included services, this will be considered a last-minute cancellation. Unfortunately, no refund will be provided for any unused services.
- Guests aged 17 and under are not permitted to participate in the camel ride due to safety regulations and precautionary measures.
- Please inform the tour operator of any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking so that the necessary arrangements can be made in advance.
- A vegetarian meal option is available. Please inform the tour operator at the time of booking if you require a vegetarian meal.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- Breakfast.
- Lunch.
- Fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles.
- Camel Ride.
- Hot Air Balloon Ride (Included – Book Now with Fixed Price Guarantee, No Last-Minute Increases).
- Domestic flights: Round-trip Istanbul to Cappadocia.
- Entrance fee - All entrance fees for museums and ruins listed in itinerary.
- 2 nights accommodation at cave boutique hotel including breakfast.
- Hotel / Airport pick-up and drop-off services.
- Semi-private guided tours, limited to 10 guests per group.
- Dinners.
- Drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cappadocia Magics: 3 Day Tour Including Camel Ride & Balloon Ride is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cappadocia Magics: 3 Day Tour Including Camel Ride & Balloon Ride will be included in your confirmation email from City Helicopter Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles
- Camel Ride
- Hot Air Balloon Ride (Included – Book Now with Fixed Price Guarantee, No Last-Minute Increases)
- Domestic flights: Round-trip Istanbul to Cappadocia
- Entrance fee - All entrance fees for museums and ruins listed in itinerary
- 2 nights accommodation at cave boutique hotel including breakfast
- Hotel / Airport pick-up and drop-off services
- Semi-private guided tours, limited to 10 guests per group
- Dinners
- Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- To arrange your domestic flights, the tour operator may require your passport details. Providing this information in advance will allow us to complete your flight reservations smoothly and avoid any potential issues.
- Your domestic flight e-tickets will be sent to you by the tour operator via email three days before departure. Printing your tickets is not required, as both the airline and the tour operator accept digital copies.
- Each traveler is allowed 15 kg of checked baggage and 8 kg of carry-on baggage on domestic flights. If you anticipate exceeding the checked baggage allowance, please notify the tour operator in advance. Additional charges may apply for excess baggage.
- If you request any changes to your domestic flight(s) after the tickets have been issued, the tour operator may require you to pay for any additional costs associated with rebooking. Please be aware that once issued, domestic flight tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed or amended.
- ⭐ MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE FOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE: All hot air balloon flights are dependent on weather conditions and the safety regulations of the Civil Aviation Authority. If your balloon flight is canceled due to unsuitable weather conditions, the tour operator will issue a refund for the cost of balloon ride. Refunds are generally processed within the following day, providing you with a straightforward, transparent, and hassle-free experience.
- ⭐ SEMI-PRIVATE GUIDED TOURS: The guided day tour(s) included in this package are conducted with a maximum of 10 guests, providing a more intimate and comfortable experience than traditional group tours. Smaller group sizes allow for more personalized attention, greater flexibility, and a better opportunity to fully enjoy Turkey’s remarkable landscapes, history, and cultural heritage.
- ⭐ FIXED PRICE GUARANTEE FOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE: Hot air balloon prices are subject to daily fluctuations depending on demand and weather-related cancellations. During peak-demand periods, particularly following weather cancellations, prices may rise by 30–40% and, in some cases, even 70–80%. By booking today, you secure the current rate. Once your reservation is confirmed, the price of your balloon ride is guaranteed and will not increase, even if the rates rise after your booking. BOOK NOW WITH OUR FIXED PRICE GUARANTEE AND SAVE!
- Accommodation is based on double or triple occupancy, depending on the number of travelers. Two guests will share a double room, while three guests will be accommodated in a triple room. For groups of four or more, rooms will be arranged in the most suitable combination of double and/or triple rooms. Solo travelers will receive a single room at no extra charge. If members of a group of two or more request separate single rooms, a single-room supplement may apply.
- The Hot Air Balloon Ride is operated in the Standard Category, featuring an approximate flight duration of one hour and baskets accommodating 20–28 passengers. Depending on weather conditions and the pilot’s assessment before landing, the actual flight time may vary between 50–55 minutes or 65–70 minutes. The final flight duration is determined by the pilot in accordance with Civil Aviation Authority safety regulations. The total duration of the balloon experience, including transfers and preparation, is approximately 3 hours. If you have not booked the hot air balloon ride, you will not be able to participate in any of the services or activities associated with the balloon experience.
- If you choose not to use any of the services included in your package, or decide not to participate in scheduled activities, guided tours, hot air balloon rides, airport transfers, or other included services, this will be considered a last-minute cancellation. Unfortunately, no refund will be provided for any unused services.
- Guests aged 17 and under are not permitted to participate in the camel ride due to safety regulations and precautionary measures.
- Please inform the tour operator of any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking so that the necessary arrangements can be made in advance.
- A vegetarian meal option is available. Please inform the tour operator at the time of booking if you require a vegetarian meal.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
