• Stoneland Turkey Travel - 09:15 You will be picked up from your hotel for the tour

09:30 Your tour will commence

• Goreme National Park - GÖREME PANORAMA

The first stop on the tour is the panoramic view of Goreme. Here, you will learn about the history and formation of Cappadocia while admiring the fairy chimneys. After the informative session, there will be free time for photography.

• Derinkuyu Underground City - After a 40-minute drive, you will arrive at the Underground City. Initially used by locals as a natural deep freeze, it later served as a refuge for the late Romans against potential Arabian invasions. With your guide’s detailed explanations, you will spend nearly an hour here.
• Ihlara Valley - Ihlara Canyon is 52 km from the Underground City. Approximately 45 minutes later, you will reach the entrance of Ihlara Valley. The valley was formed by volcanic activity from Mt. Hasan, and the Melendiz River eroded it over millions of years, creating an 80-meter-deep canyon. The entire valley stretches 14 km. Historically, Christians inhabited various parts of the valley, carving and painting churches. You will hike approximately 3.5 km, which will take about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Then, you will arrive at a restaurant for lunch.
• Ihlara Valley - LUNCH

Enjoy a 1-hour lunch in the valley, beside the river. The meal begins with soup and salad, followed by a choice of main dishes from the menu, and concludes with seasonal fruits.

• Selime Monastery - YAPRAKHISAR PANORAMA

After lunch, the guide will take you to Yaprakhisar, a unique location where you will see some of the finest examples of conical fairy chimneys. Due to its resemblance to the Star Wars film set, Yaprakhisar is often referred to as the “Star Wars Movie Set.”

SELIME MONASTERY

The tour continues to Selime Monastery, another location reminiscent of a movie set. Although it initially appears castle-like, the presence of shelters, churches, chapels, bedrooms, storages, and a large cathedral confirms its identity as a monastery. You will learn about monastic life in Cappadocia.

• Pigeon Valley - PIGEON VALLEY

Climbing to Selime Monastery may be tiring, but you will have about an hour to rest before reaching Pigeon Valley. During the journey, the guide will share traditions, cultures, and stories about Anatolia. Upon arrival at Pigeon Valley, you will be greeted by pigeons at the top. Pigeons have always been significant to the people of Cappadocia, with their eggs and droppings used for various purposes. Consequently, locals carved houses for them into the valley slopes. You will understand why they are called “houses” when you see them.

• Kapadokya El Sanatları Merkezi - The final stop on the tour is a visit to an onyx factory in Uchisar. Onyx, a volcanic stone with various colors and minerals, is found in Cappadocia due to its volcanic nature. At the factory, a master will explain the onyx shaping process, and you will witness a shaping demonstration.

17:30 Your tour will conclude, and you will be returned to your hotel.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Professional guide
• Lunch
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan

• Drinks
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Entarence fees in tours

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.