Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul to Cappadocia
Pass By: Istanbul, Istanbul
This morning you will be collected from your accommodation in Istanbul and taken to the airport to fly onto Cappadocia. On arrival into Cappadocia you will be transferred to your accommodation to freshen up to begin your day in this amazing area of Turkey.
Stop At: Fairy Chimneys, Goreme Turkiye
Your day will start with a pick up at 9:30am to head off for the North Cappadocia Tour. This tour is a mix of the ancient history surrounding this area as well as getting to take in some of the best vantage points that showcase why Cappadocia is put on the tourist trail. Enjoy the views and ensure your camera batteries are charged at Goreme Esentepe and Pasabag. The Esentepe will give you a full panoramic view over the whole area, whilst Pasabag shows off the 3 headed fairy chimney that is famous to the area.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Goreme Open-Air Museum, Merkez, Muze Cd., Goreme 50180 Turkiye
Absorb yourself in the local history with a visit to the Open Air Museum where you can see where early Christian settlements took up refuge in times of persecution. View the amazing frescos that they left behind in the cave like dwellings. You will also visit Avanos, a town famous for its pottery production that dates back to 3000 B.C. You will also visit the Dervent Valley that is well known for its moonlike landscape and one more amazing view at the Three Beauties, which takes in the town of Urgup. After getting a taste of what this area has to offer all day you will be transferred back to your accommodation at the end of the day around 17:00pm.
Duration: 20 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at boutique accommodation in Cappadocia
Day 2: Cappadocia & Return to Istanbul
Stop At: Cappadocia, Cappadocia
The rest of day will start at 09:30am to go visit all the sights left to see on the South Cappadocia Tour. This day takes in the rest of this amazing area that you didn’t get to visit the day before. Today you will see a whole new area of beautiful landscapes as well as be absorbed in the historical importance of Cappadocia.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Rose Valley, Goreme 50180 Turkiye
You will get to see some of the most beautiful valleys in Cappadocia when visiting Rose Valley, famous for the colours of the rock formations.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pigeon Valley, Uchisar KasabasI Nevşehir Kapadokya, Goreme 50240 Turkiye
Pigeon Valley to see all the pigeon homes that the farmers have made over the years for the fertilization of their soil.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Love Valley, Goreme 50180 Turkiye
everyone enjoys the view over Love Valley to have a little giggle at the phallic shaped rocks that give it its name.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Red Valley, Nevsehir Ortahisar, Nevsehir 50650 Turkiye
Red Valley is also one to explore to see the many hidden paths that all lead onto the amazing sights of Cappadocia and its surrounding towns and settlements.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kaymakli Underground City, Derinkuyu Turkiye
You will also get to visit one of the Underground Cities that are famous in Cappadocia. Visit this underground wonder to see how these Christians made this their home in times of persecution. It is fascinating as you wander through the levels of these well planned Cities that consist of not only homes, but also schools, meeting halls and wine cellars.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cavusin, Cavusin, Cappadocia
You will get to stretch your legs again in the wide open spaces of Meskendir Valley. Here you will undertake a small 4km trek at your own pace. Wander down through the valley and along the river to enjoy some different scenery that the area has to offer. There is also a chance to visit the most ancient settlement in the area when we stop at Cavusin Valley
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Uchisar Castle, Uchisar Turkiye
Dates back to 5th Century B.C and another beautiful panorama view at Uchisar Castle – one of the most stand out landmarks of Cappadocia.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.