Best of Cappadocia : Hot Air Balloon Ride & Semi-Private Day Tour

Goreme, Turkey

10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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Overview

The highlights of Cappadocia—from the frescoed churches of Goreme Open Air Museum to lunar landscapes and fairy chimneys—are out of reach for most visitors in Istanbul without days to spare on a side trip. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this small-group tour checks off major sights by air-conditioned vehicle in just one day, with lunch, guiding, and hotel or airport transfers thrown in for a seamless and stress-free experience.

A small-group (10 people max) is perfect for those who prefer a relaxed pace and casual atmosphere
Round-trip flights are included for travelers coming from Istanbul, saving you the hassle of booking
Dig into regional specialties during an included lunch in a local restaurant
Option for local travelers, too: Enjoy round-trip hotel transfers from anywhere in Cappadocia

What's Included

Pick-up and drop-off services for hotels in Cappadocia
Adventure Experience - Hot Air Balloon Ride
Professional tour guide who licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Lunch

The serve of the lunch will be at local restaurant
Private transportation

Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Admission Fee - Hot air balloon ride, museums and ruins mentioned in the itinerary

Drinks

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup points

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Meeting points

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.4:00 am

Itinerary

Cappadocia Balloon Tours

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Cappadocia

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Urgup

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Goreme Open Air Museum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

TokalI Church

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ortahisar Panorama

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Avanos Oren Yeri

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Uchisar Castle

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Devrent Valley

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fairy Chimneys (Pass By)

Cappadocia

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

SEMI-PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: With a maximum of 10 participants per group, this guided day tour ensure a personalized travel experience, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in Cappadocia’s ancient heritage and its spectacular landscapes.
MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE : Hot air ballooning is a weather-dependent adventure, and the Civil Aviation Authority decides whether flights can safely take place. If your flight is canceled due to unfavorable weather, you are eligible for a refund of the cost of the hot air balloon ride. In such cases, your refund will be processed by the following day. We want to ensure you feel confident and worry-free while planning your flight!
Your hot air balloon experience will be in the “Standard Category,” featuring baskets that accommodate 20–28 guests. The flight typically lasts around one hour, but depending on weather conditions, it may take between 50–55 minutes or up to 65–70 minutes. The pilots make all decisions with safety as the top priority, following Civil Aviation Authority regulations. Including preparation, takeoff, and landing, the total activity lasts approximately 3 hours. Get ready for an unforgettable journey over Cappadocia’s breathtaking landscapes!
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Please note that if you cancel or skip any part of the itinerary during the tour, no refund will be provided for the cancelled or skipped portions.
All the information provided above forms part of the terms and conditions for tour. You have been confirmed your acceptance of these when you book this tour. The local tour operator clearly specifies the details in the program, explanations, and reservation options, and is responsible only for the services indicated. That's why, please read those details while booking this tour.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Reviews

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No champagne or breakfast

Brian_B, Sep 2020

The balloon ride was amazing. But we booked with champagne and a breakfast and we did not get any champagne or any breakfast. If you don’t care about this the balloon ride is amazing, but if you won’t get the champagne or breakfast.

Response from Host, Mar 2021

Dear Guest, In normally, light breakfast and champagne service are included and they are complimentary services. But, The government is limitation these type activities in sometimes and that is changing weekly or monthly. That is about the COVID-19 pandemic measures of government. Your this review could be right for normal days. On these days, pandemic measures are more important than a light breakfast or a glass of champagne. Thank you so much for your understanding. Kind Regards