Istanbul, Cappadocia & the Aegean
Turkey
Turkey pairs Istanbul's mosques, palaces and Bosphorus with the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and turquoise Aegean coastlines. Short flights, great value hotels and rich cuisine make it a favourite for first-timers and repeat travellers alike.
Overview
Turkey pairs Istanbul's mosques, palaces and Bosphorus with the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and turquoise Aegean coastlines. Short flights, great value hotels and rich cuisine make it a favourite for first-timers and repeat travellers alike.
Best time to visit
April to June and September to November offer mild weather and fewer crowds. July–August is hot and busy on the coast; winter is magical in Cappadocia.
Currency info
Turkish Lira (TRY). Cards work in cities; carry cash for bazaars, taxis and Cappadocia villages.
Flights
Daily direct flights from Casablanca to Istanbul (IST) in about 4h30, with easy domestic connections to Cappadocia (NAV/ASR), Izmir and Antalya.
Hotels
Old City hotels near Sultanahmet for sightseeing, Taksim/Şişli for shopping and nightlife, cave hotels in Göreme and all-inclusive resorts in Antalya.
Visa
Moroccan and many African passports need an e-visa or consular visa; most European passports are visa-free for short stays. We check your case and file the e-visa.
Things to do
- Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace
- Bosphorus cruise at sunset
- Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar
- Hot-air balloon flight over Cappadocia
- Underground cities and Göreme open-air museum
- Pamukkale travertines and Ephesus ruins
Packages
- 4 nights Istanbul city break with Bosphorus cruise
- 7 nights Istanbul + Cappadocia with balloon flight
- 10 nights Istanbul, Cappadocia and Antalya
Estimated budget
- Economy: from 7,500 MAD per person (flight + 3★ hotel, 4 nights)
- Comfort: from 11,000 MAD per person (4★ hotels, tours, domestic flight)
- Luxury: from 18,000 MAD per person (5★ hotels, cave suite, private guide)
Travel tips
- Get an Istanbulkart for trams, buses and ferries
- Balloon flights depart at dawn and cancel in bad weather — keep a spare morning
- Bargain politely in the bazaars
- Domestic flights are cheap; avoid long night buses
FAQs
Do Moroccan travellers need a visa for Turkey?
Yes, an e-visa or consular visa is required. We handle the application with your booking.
Is one week enough?
Yes — four nights in Istanbul plus three in Cappadocia is the classic route.
When is balloon season?
Flights run year-round but are most reliable from April to October.