8-Hour South Cappadocia Sightseeing Tour with Red Valley Hike

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the Red Valley for one of Cappadocia's most impressive hiking experiences
• 02 Explore Cavusin Village and its cave church
• 03 Discover the underground settlements of the early Christians at the Underground City
• 04 Admire Ortahisar Castle and Cappadocia's iconic fairy chimney landscape

Explore South Cappadocia on a guided tour through some of the region's most striking landscapes and historic sites. Hike through the Red Valley, visit the cave church in Cavusin Village, and discover the underground settlements of the early Christians at the Underground City. Along the way, admire Ortahisar Castle and experience the unique scenery that makes Cappadocia so memorable.

Enjoy a hike through the Red Valley, one of the most impressive valleys in Cappadocia.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cappadocia

Languages English, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Three Beauties, Red Valley Hike and Underground City

• After pickup from your hotel, the tour starts at one of Cappadocia's icons: the fairy chimneys shaped like a family - father, mother, and daughter - known as the Three Beauties. It is especially exciting to take pictures of these fairy chimneys in the early morning light with the valley in the background.
• Enjoy a hike through the Red Valley, one of the most impressive valleys in Cappadocia.
• During your hike in the valley, see the famous rock churches.
• Have lunch at a local restaurant and taste a variety of Turkish cuisine.
• Then drive to the second biggest underground city of Cappadocia, the Underground City.
• Explore Pigeon Valley, home to countless pigeons living in natural pigeon houses. These pigeons contribute to the livelihood of the locals.
• Head back to the hotel at the end of the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Cappadocia tour guide
• Private pick-up and drop-off service
• Private vehicle with A/C
• Lunch and beverage
• Shopping
• A bottle of water (0.50) and 2 masks (before the tour and after lunch)

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Tips for the driver and guide

What to bring

• Please wear comfortable shoes.
• Come with an umbrella.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cappadocia, Türkiye

Tour start

Cappadocia, Türkiye

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.