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Which is the best place for hot air balloon in Turkey?

1. Hot air balloon viewpoint Cappadocia: The hill above Göreme! By far the best-known place to see the sunrise and sunset is from the hill just above Göreme. This hill is visible from almost the entire city and recognizable by the red Turkish flag on the top.



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There are many hot air balloon operators in Cappadocia, each providing different types of flight options ? Classic, Comfort, Deluxe, or Private. While some operators provide nicer minibuses for transportation to the launch area, and a slightly more substantial breakfast, the main differentiating factor is group size.

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WHEN SHOULD I BOOK MY HOT AIR BALLOON? Places are often sold out 3 weeks in advance, especially during the peak summer periods, therefore it's a good idea to book at least 1 month before your trip. Book for your first morning in Cappadocia so you have time to reschedule in the event of cancellations.

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Normally we do fly every day weather permitting. We don't fly in stormy weather or rain. About an hour or so before flight time, we do a weather check to get the information we need to plan the flight. We'll give you a call soon afterwards and let you know for that final “weather confirmation”.

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Working out how many days to spend in Cappadocia is tricky. You could see the highlights in two days and get a bit more under the skin of the place in three. But if you want to explore the area more comprehensively, and allow time for an excellent day trip, we suggest spending 4 days in Cappadocia.

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There are a few ways to get from Istanbul to Cappadocia - by bus, train, or plane. The most direct route is by bus, which will take around 12 hours. You can also take a train from Istanbul to Ankara (the capital of Turkey), and then transfer to a bus bound for Cappadocia.

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In general give at least 10-15% of your total cost. In some cases you may be really impressed with the service and want to give more, and in other cases you may be unhappy and want to give less. Regardless, using this 10-15% as a general rule will work well for you when you tip in Cappadocia.

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Stand Throughout The Duration Of Your Trip The gondola basket attached with the hot air balloon doesn't have chairs for you to sit back on. The ride shall last for an hour or a few so be prepared to stand for throughout the duration of your hot air balloon trip.

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Passengers on a hot air balloon ride do not need to use parachutes for a few reasons. The most important reason is that the balloon itself serves as a parachute. This is because hot air balloons are designed to float and descend slowly, even in the event of an emergency or malfunction.

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