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Description
Begin the one-day cultural tour from Esentepe Valley’s panoramic viewpoint. Explore the Devrent Valley to see Cappadocia’s most incredible lunar landscape. Visit the Open-Air Museum of Goreme, where you can see the most important and best-preserved rock-cut churches and monasteries. Go to the Pasabaglari, where you will find unique fairy chimneys and see the ancient cave dwellings once home to monks. End your trip with a panoramic view from Uchisar Castle.
Highlights
- Visit Devrent Valley to see Cappadocia’s most surreal-looking lunar landscape
- Stop at Pasabaglari to marvel at the forests of mushroom-shaped peaks
- Enjoy the local delicacy-Pottery Kebab at Cappadocia’s famous authentic cave restaurant
- Enjoy your complimentary Turkish Coffee from a breathtaking panoramic viewpoint
- Check out Avanos town, well-known for its red earthenware pottery
- Explore Goreme Open Air Museum, the crown jewel of Cappadocia’s historical sites
- Enjoy the included entry of Dark Church (Karanlık Kilise) and wall-paintings (frescoes)
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- Meet the guide at the hotel's lobby area 10 mins before the scheduled departure time.
- Start the day from Esentepe Valley’s panoramic viewpoint offering an outstanding view of a spectacular lunar landscape.
- See the patchwork of valleys below, rock formations, and cave houses.
- See Mount Erciyes in the distance – the volcano that created this striking landscape three million years ago.
- Sip a cup of a Turkish-Coffee while enjoying a spectacular view.
- At the same spot, unveil a hidden cave dwelling’s door to see what an untouched cave house’s interior looks like, and the guide informs you about how Turkish-Cappadocians lived in such unique houses from the 1920s to the 1990s. Not only the Turks; people in Cappadocia have been living in caves for centuries. The unique texture of the volcanic cave houses in this region has inspired many architects. The stone nature of the cave houses keeps them cool in the summer and warm in the winter, making them ideal.
- The next stop will be Pasabaglari, a must-visit geological wonder. It is the base for stunning volcanic formations. Millions of years of wind and water erosion have sculpted soft rock into forests of mushroom-shaped peaks, dubbed "fairy chimneys." The towering rock formations are now the symbol of Cappadocia.
- Afterwards short drive to Devrent Valley, also known as “Imagination Valley.” It is one of the few places to immerse yourself in Cappadocia’s most surreal-looking lunar landscape, where you will witness mother nature’s sculpting artistry. Walk through this fascinating valley to see naturally shaped unique rock formations resembling humans, animals and figures. Some of the most famous, or the easiest to distinguish, animal shapes are the camel, snake, seal, and dolphin.
- Proceed to Avanos town. This small town sits next to Turkey’s longest river, Kizilirmak (Red River). The art, creativity and endeavour of its men and women manifest in its pottery and rug weavings. Avanos is well-known for its red earthenware pottery that the Hittites first discovered during the Bronze Age. Since 2000 BC, potters in the town have been obtaining red pottery clay from the river and, with their marvellous touches, clay turning into exquisite art pieces on primitive kick wheels. We will see a pottery studio set in a cave complex that also offers pottery-making demonstrations and the chance to spin a bowl.
- Break for lunch in a stylish, authentic cave restaurant. Amongst the main course varieties, pottery kebap is highly recommended. It is an Anatolian speciality prepared in a clay pot or jug. It’s usually made with beef or chicken with vegetables like tomatoes, eggplants, onions, garlic, and potatoes. Traditionally cooked in a tandoor or clay oven, the pot is sealed with bread dough and left to simmer in its own juices for hours. When ready, the blazing hot jug is brought out and cracked in front of you, releasing the aroma of its still gurgling contents whilst treating the diners to a little tableside theatre.
- After lunch, drive to Goreme Open Air Museum. The crown jewel of Cappadocia’s historical sites. The site became a religious refuge during the early days of Christianity. By the fourth century, Christians fleeing Rome’s persecution had arrived in some numbers and established monastic communities here. Goreme Valley was a hub of Christian activity. The monks excavated extensive dwellings and monasteries and created Byzantine frescoed paintings in cave chapels beginning in the seventh century.
- Discover the fresco-adorned rock-cut churches with dazzling wall decorations. Frescoes of the chapels here are certainly one of the most incredible venues of medieval art in the world.
- During the visit, explore the Dark Church (Karanlik Kilise). The Karanlik Kilise wall paintings (frescoes) were the best preserved in the entire region. They were also among the most prominent and brilliant examples of their period.
- At the end of the day, visit the tallest (60 meters / 200 feet ) and largest stunning volcanic formation named Uchisar Castle, within the boundaries of Uchisar town, which is geographically the highest point of the entire region.
- Upon the tour's conclusion, you will be dropped off at your hotel.
What's Included
- Personalized private touring with state-licensed expert guides and drivers
- Firsthand, sophisticated destination knowledge and recommendations
- All transportation with a private chauffeur drove brand new Luxury Mercedes Benz-Vito van (up to 2 people) or Mercedes Benz-Sprinter Van (from 3 up to 9 people), depending on your group size
- All highway tolls, parking fees and gasoline of the van
- Bottled water provided throughout the tour
- All admission fees of museums (1-Goreme Open Air Museum 2-Dark Church of Goreme Open Air Museum 3-Pasabaglari)
- Lunch in a traditional and authentic local restaurant
What's Excluded
- Gratuities to guide and driver (not compulsory but recommended)
- All beverages at lunch
- Personal expenses
- Airport transfers
**If requested, we can arrange a private transfer from/to Kayseri Airport (ASR) or Nevşehir Airport (NAV) with an extra charge of 60 USD (per car)
** Shared-type airport shuttle transfers from/to both airports 15 USD per person
Know before you go
This is a perfectly designed one-day tour of Cappadocia, a private tour from beginning to end, just you and your companion(s). Enjoy private touring with one of our hand-picked State-Licensed expert local guides with their own unique firsthand perspective in their region of expertise.
Meeting Point
Cappadocia, Türkiye
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 2 | USD 180 Per Person |
| 3 To 4 | USD 175 Per Person |
| 5 To 6 | USD 170 Per Person |
| 7 To 9 | USD 165 Per Person |
| 10 To 15 | USD 160 Per Person |
| 16 To 42 | USD 150 Per Person |
| Child | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 90 Per Person |
| 2 To 3 | USD 90 Per Person |
| 4 To 5 | USD 90 Per Person |
| Infant | |
| 1 To 1 | USD 0 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |
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USD 180 / person