Planning a holiday to the Caucasus? Whether your final destination is Georgia, Armenia, or Azerbaijan, adding a stopover in Istanbul is one of the smartest — and most enjoyable — ways to break up your journey. Many international travellers route through Istanbul anyway, and since we also operate tours in Turkey, we can easily arrange anything from a short city stopover to a longer Turkish holiday. All available options can be found on our website, and your travel consultant will be happy to guide you.
Why Book a Stopover in Istanbul?
- Convenient flight connections: Istanbul is one of the world’s major travel hubs. With Turkish Airlines offering excellent connections to the Caucasus, stopping in Istanbul is smooth, practical, and often the fastest route.
- Break up long flights: Perfect for travellers coming from the USA, UK, Europe, Asia, or Latin America who want to reduce travel fatigue.
- Two destinations in one trip: A stopover lets you experience Ottoman history, vibrant markets, and iconic architecture without complicating your travel plans.
- A city full of iconic sights: Even a short visit offers highlights such as the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Spice Market, and the beautiful Bosphorus.
- Excellent value: Istanbul offers great hotels, dining, and sightseeing at very reasonable prices.
- We operate tours in Turkey: We can arrange transfers, guided tours, or even longer trips such as Cappadocia — all seamlessly combined with your Caucasus holiday.
How to Book Your Istanbul Stopover
It’s easy — just contact your travel consultant. Tell us how long you’d like to stay and what you’d like to see, and we’ll create the perfect Istanbul add-on to your Caucasus adventure.
Make your journey even more memorable — explore Istanbul on the way to the Caucasus!