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Golden Eagle Danube Express - Paris to Istanbul with Cappadocia

12-day rail journey from Paris to Istanbul with Cappadocia

Railbookers operates this 12-day, 11-night independent rail package on the Golden Eagle Danube Express, linking Paris, Istanbul and Cappadocia across France and Turkey. The description mentions three nights in Istanbul, an overnight journey to the landscapes of Cappadocia for a hot air balloon ride, and two nights in Paris, though it is not fully clear from our evidence which city the trip actually starts and ends in. As an independent package rather than an escorted tour, travellers make their own way between stops rather than following one guided group for the whole journey. It suits travellers who want to combine a major European rail journey with a hot air balloon excursion over Cappadocia, and who have a taste for higher end, culturally rich travel. Railbookers has not published a full day-by-day itinerary for this package, so the order of stops is worth confirming directly before booking.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers has not published a day-by-day itinerary or a list of specific departure dates for this package; confirm the exact route, hotels and schedule with them before booking.
  • The description text says the trip begins in Istanbul and ends in Paris, while the trip's name and destination order (Paris, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Istanbul) suggest the opposite direction; confirm the actual start and end city with Railbookers before booking.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included on this trip?
Yes. This is sold as an independent rail package on the Golden Eagle Danube Express, linking Paris, Istanbul and Cappadocia.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is sold as an independent rail package, not a fully escorted tour.
Which cities does the trip visit?
The destination list is Paris, Istanbul, Cappadocia and Istanbul again, across France and Turkey.
Does the trip include the Cappadocia hot air balloon ride?
The description mentions an overnight journey to Cappadocia for a hot air balloon ride, as part of a stay that also includes three nights in Istanbul and two nights in Paris.
How much does the trip cost?
Prices start at $36,999 (USD) for the 12-day, 11-night package.

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