Cappadocia

Cappadocia - Guests will be picked up from Kayseri Erkilet or Kapadokya Nevşehir airport and transferred to the office or their hotel.
09:30 The tour will commence.

Goreme Panorama - The first stop is the panoramic view of Goreme. Visitors 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, the tour arrives 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 the guide’s detailed explanations, visitors will spend nearly an hour here.

Ihlara Valley - Located 52 km from the Underground City, the entrance to Ihlara Valley is reached after approximately 45 minutes. 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. Visitors will hike about 3.5 km, which will take around 1 hour and 15 minutes, before arriving at a restaurant for lunch.

Belisirma - Lunch will be enjoyed for 1 hour 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 - The tour continues to the cinematic Selime Monastery. Although it initially appears castle-like, the presence of shelters, churches, chapels, bedrooms, storages, and a large cathedral confirms its monastic nature. Information about monastic life in Cappadocia will be provided.

Pigeon Valley - Climbing to Selime Monastery may be tiring, but there will be about an hour to rest before reaching Pigeon Valley. During the journey, the guide will share traditions, cultures, and stories about Anatolia. Upon arrival, pigeons will greet visitors at the top of the valley. Pigeons have always been significant to the people of Cappadocia, with their eggs and droppings used for various purposes. Locals carved houses for them into the valley slopes, which visitors will see firsthand.

Kapadokya El Sanatları Merkezi - The final stop 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 demonstrate a shaping show. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel.

Cappadocia

Cappadocia - At 09:15, guests will be picked up from their hotel for the tour.
09:30 The tour will commence.

Uchisar Castle - Constructed at the highest point in the region, this unique castle features graves, tunnels, and churches unlike any other place in the world.

Zelve Open Air Museum - Cappadocia is a place of wonders, and among the countless activities, the Zelve Open Air Museum stands out. Located near Pasabag Monks Valley between Avanos and Goreme, Zelve Valley is a renowned outdoor museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where visitors can admire pointed, intricate, and sharp fairy chimneys.

Cavusin - The next stop is the old Greek village of Çavusin, about 4 kilometers from Göreme. The old village is largely abandoned due to rock falls. Visitors can explore the Church of John the Baptist, likely dating from the 5th century, with paintings from the 6th, 7th, and 8th centuries. The view of Rose Valley from this village is exceptional.

Pasabag - The ideal location to see three-headed fairy chimneys. Pasabag, or the Pasha’s Vineyard, is surrounded by stunning natural rock formations, creating a breathtaking scene.

Avanos - Lunch will be enjoyed for 1 hour at a popular local restaurant. The meal begins with soup, followed by a self-service selection.

Bezirhane Culture, Arts and Ceramics Center - Since 2000 BC, the Hittites have sourced red clays (terra rosa) from the Kızılırmak River, Turkey’s longest river, and white clays (kaolin) from volcanic hills. They used these clays for daily life, shaping them by hand on spinning wheels.

Devrent Valley - The ruins at Devrent are spread across three valleys, featuring several pointed fairy chimneys with large stems.

Sentez Avanos Hali - Rug Workshop & Store - Each carpet, with its patterns, conveys messages, beliefs, and symbols. Every woven pattern represents a feeling, desire, or wish, making each carpet a living history from ancient times to the present, where women have intricately woven their joys and sorrows into amazing codes and magical letters to be read line by line. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the airport.

• Comfortable round-trip shared transfers
• Professional tour guide for expert insights
• Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Delicious lunch to fuel your adventure
• Cozy overnight hotel accommodation
• All airport and departure taxes covered
• Travel in style in an air-conditioned minivan

• Drinks

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• If you want to hot air balloon tour let us please
• For double reservations, a room is allocated for two people. If two people want to stay in separate rooms, an extra €100 must be paid for each night of stay.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.