Turkey · Culture

2-Day Cappadocia Highlights Tour with Kaymaklı and Ihlara Valley

2 Days Round trip from Cappadocia Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Panoramic views over Cappadocia from the Göreme viewpoint
02 Explore Pasabag and the lunar landscapes of Imagination Valley
03 Visit Göreme Open Air Museum's cave churches and Byzantine heritage
04 Discover Kaymaklı Underground City and hike through scenic Ihlara Valley
05 Take in Pigeon Valley views with a drink at the end of the day

Embark on a two-day journey through Cappadocia's treasures, from panoramic views of Göreme and the fairy chimneys of Pasabag to the imaginative lunar landscapes of Imagination Valley. Discover Turkish carpet-making in Avanos and explore Göreme Open Air Museum's cave churches, where Christian and Byzantine history comes to life. Continue with Kaymaklı Underground City, a hike through the scenic Ihlara Valley, and Selime Monastery's insight into Cappadocia's old monastic lifestyle. End with a relaxing drink overlooking the picturesque Pigeon Valley, with the itinerary customizable to your interests.

Embark on a two-day journey through Cappadocia's treasures, from panoramic views of Göreme and the fairy chimneys of Pasabag to the imaginative lunar landscapes of Imagination Valley.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Cities Cappadocia, Avanos

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Göreme Views, Pasabag and Open Air Museum

Meet at your hotel at 09:00.
Stop at the Göreme panoramic viewpoint for beautiful views over Cappadocia.
Visit Pasabag (Monk's Valley).
Visit Imagination Valley and admire the lunar landscape of Cappadocia.
Visit a Turkish woman's handmade carpet demonstration.
Have lunch at a local restaurant in Avanos.
Visit Göreme Open Air Museum to witness the living art of Christian and Byzantine history in its cave churches.

Day 02

Kaymaklı Underground City, Ihlara Valley and Selime

Visit Kaymaklı Underground City.
Hike in Ihlara Valley, one of the most famous valleys in the region.
Explore Selime Monastery, which gives insight into the old monastic lifestyle in Cappadocia.
Visit an onyx demonstration, as Cappadocia has onyx mines where some of the highest-quality onyx is found.
End the day with a nice view of Pigeon Valley and a drink.

This is a suggested itinerary. If you have specific requests, please let me know, and I will customize the tour accordingly!