Description
Cappadocia Green Tour
The popular Cappadocia Green Tour will take you in one day to historical sights found in the southern region of Cappadocia, including Derinkuyu Underground CIty, Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery and more!
Itinerary:
Hotel pickup around 9:30 AM from Cappadocia accommodations.
Göreme Panorama Viewpoint
Begin the day with a visit to Göreme Panorama, offering one of the most breathtaking views in Cappadocia. Your guide will provide fascinating insights into the formation of this unique landscape.
Derinkuyu Underground City
Explore the largest and deepest underground city in Cappadocia, dating back to the 7th-8th centuries. Descend through eight interconnected levels of narrow tunnels and stone-carved stairways. Discover features like the winery, church, kitchens, food storage areas, and animal stalls while learning about the daily lives of its inhabitants.
Selime Cathedral
Visit Selime Cathedral, the region’s largest rock-carved monastery, which has been home to multiple civilizations, including the Hittites, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks, and Ottomans.
Lunch at Ihlara Valley
Savor a traditional Turkish kebab-style lunch at a riverside restaurant in Ihlara Valley.
Ihlara Valley Walk
After lunch, enjoy a leisurely 4-kilometer (approximately 1-hour) walk along the river through the stunning Ihlara Valley canyon. Along the way, explore cave churches carved by early Christian monks.
Uçhisar Viewpoint
Conclude the tour with a visit to a picturesque viewpoint in Uçhisar, overlooking the iconic Pigeon Valley. Admire the pigeon houses carved into the stone by ancient settlers.
Return to your hotel around 5:30-6:00 PM.
Group Size
Group tours are limited to a maximum of 15 participants.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off at hotel
- Transportation in comfortable, modern minivan
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All entrance tickets
- Lunch (excluding drinks)
Notes
- Time: 09.30am to 17.30pm
- 0-3 years old free, when they don’t require their own seat.
- 3-8 years old discounted. We provide their own seat.
Cancellations
- Cancellations made more than 48 hours from the start of the tour will not be charged.
- Cancellations made between 24-48 hours from the start of the tour will be charged 50% of the amount due.
- No shows, and cancellations made within 24 hours of the start of the start time will be charged 100% of the amount due.
