Turkey · Geological Wonders

3-Day Cappadocia Sightseeing Tour from Istanbul with Valleys and Caves

3 Days Round trip from Ahmet Yasevi Mahallesi Merkez Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Check out historical museums like the Zelve Open Air Museum
  • 02 Explore panoramic valleys like Devrent and Pasabag Valleys
  • 03 Visit the natural castles at Uchisar
  • 04 Trek through the lush green Gulludere Valley
  • 05 Learn about the local culture by visiting Cavusin village
  • 06 Head to the thrilling Kaymakli underground city

Witness Turkey from a different perspective on this 3-day tour through Cappadocia, where historical museums, scenic valleys, underground cities, and local villages reveal the region's remarkable heritage. Visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, pass through Devrent and Pasabag Valleys, marvel at the natural castles of Uchisar, and explore ancient sites such as Kaymakli and Derinkuyu underground cities. Hike through Gulludere and Ihlara valleys, discover rock-cut churches and Christian settlements, and get to know the regional culture in places like Cavusin and Mustafapasa.

See the Derinkuyu Underground City and visit a huge refugee settlement where Christians hid from persecutors.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Istanbul, Kayseri, Cappadocia, Avanos
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Cappadocia and Valley Exploration

  • Pick up and transfer from Kayseri Airport to Cappadocia.

  • Proceed to Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy chimneys.

  • Visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, where three canyons meet in the valley.

  • Drive to Pasabag (Monk's) Valley to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles.

  • Proceed to a pottery production site in Avanos, where pottery is made using ancient techniques.

  • Visit another beautiful open-air museum at Goreme to see the remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements dating back hundreds of years.

  • Lastly, before returning to your hotel, visit the natural castles at Uchisar.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Red Valley Hike and Kaymakli Underground City

  • Begin with an early departure to visit the Red Valley and explore the famous rock-cut churches there.

  • Hike about 5 km through the Gulludere Valley and visit Cavusin village, famous for the houses and churches of the Christian clergymen.

  • Drive to Pigeon Valley for lunch.

  • Visit Kaymakli Underground City, where early Christians lived in fear and faith.

  • On the way back, visit the natural castles at Ortahisar and the Greek village of Mustafapasa.

3
Day 03

Derinkuyu, Ihlara Valley, and Return

  • See the Derinkuyu Underground City and visit a huge refugee settlement where Christians hid from persecutors.

  • From Derinkuyu, continue to the beautiful valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema.

  • Explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike 4 km through the valley.

  • On the way back, visit the monasteries in Selime Village and the 13th-century caravansary built by Selcuk Turks on the Silk Road.

  • Get transferred to the airport - end of the tour.

Devrent Valley fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum canyons, Kaymakli Underground City tunnels, Ihlara Valley gorge

Where this trip takes you

Devrent Valley fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum canyons, Kaymakli Underground City tunnels, Ihlara Valley gorge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ahmet Yasevi Mahallesi Merkez 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Istanbul / Ankara / Istanbul air tickets, economy class

  • All airport transfers in Istanbul, Kayseri, and Ankara airports

  • English-speaking assistance during all tours and transfers

  • Museum and site entrance tickets

  • 2 lunches during tours

  • 2 dinners at hotels

  • 2 nights of hotel accommodation at a 4-star hotel in Cappadocia, Perissia Hotel or similar

  • Istanbul (Turkish) tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Supplement for a single room is €150 for 2 nights.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ahmet Yasevi Mahallesi Merkez, Hilal, Mustafa Kemal Paşa Blv., 38090 Kocasinan/Kayseri, Turkey
Tour start
Ahmet Yasevi Mahallesi Merkez, Hilal, Mustafa Kemal Paşa Blv., 38090 Kocasinan/Kayseri, Turkey
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Ahmet Yasevi Mahallesi Merkez.

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