Cappadocia Mix Tour

Itinerary:

Hotel Pickup (09:30 AM – Cappadocia Hotels)
Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Cappadocia.

Uçhisar Castle – A Panoramic Start
Your first destination is Uçhisar Castle, the tallest rock formation in Cappadocia. As you take in the breathtaking views, your guide will share fascinating insights into how this unique landscape was formed.

Çavuşin Village – Traces of History
Explore the abandoned Greek houses of Çavuşin, a village that saw significant change after the 1924 population exchange between Greece and Turkey.

Zelve Open-Air Museum – A Glimpse into Monastic Life
Step into the past at the Zelve Open-Air Museum, where ancient cave churches and monasteries display stunning frescoes from the 10th and 11th centuries. Learn about the role of Christianity in Cappadocia before exploring these historic sites at your own pace.

Lunch in Avanos – A Taste of Local Cuisine
Enjoy a delightful lunch in Avanos, sampling a variety of traditional Cappadocian dishes, from flavorful mezes and salads to rich meat and vegetarian options, followed by delicious desserts.

Avanos Pottery Workshop – An Ancient Art Form
Visit a family-run pottery workshop hidden in an underground cave. Discover how artisans have been shaping clay from the Kızılırmak (Red) River since Hittite times (pre-1700 BC). Watch skilled craftsmen at work and, if you like, try your hand at the potter’s wheel to create your own piece.

Paşabağı (Monks Valley) – Land of Fairy Chimneys
Wander among the iconic multi-headed rock formations, known as “fairy chimneys,” in Monks Valley. The Chapel of Saint Simeon, nestled among these formations, adds a touch of historical intrigue.

Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) – A Natural Wonderland
Let your imagination roam in Devrent Valley, where nature has sculpted rock formations into recognizable shapes, including the well-known camel rock. See what other shapes you can discover!

Kaymaklı Underground City – An Ancient Subterranean World
Descend into one of Cappadocia’s deepest underground cities, dating back to the 7th-8th centuries. Navigate through narrow tunnels and carved stairways to explore its wineries, kitchens, churches, food storage areas, and animal shelters, gaining insight into the daily lives of its past inhabitants.

Uçhisar Viewpoint – A Scenic Farewell
End your journey with a stop at a spectacular viewpoint in Uçhisar, overlooking Pigeon Valley. Marvel at the ancient pigeon houses carved into the rock, a testament to the region’s long-standing traditions.

• Pick-up and drop-off at hotel
• Transportation in comfortable, modern minivan
• Professional English-speaking guide
• All entrance tickets
• Lunch (excluding drinks)

• If you let know us in advance, possible to join this tour in Spanish, Portuguese and Russian as well
• 0-3 years old free, when they don’t require their own seat.
• 3-8 years old discounted. We provide their own seat.

• Cancellations made more than 48 hoursfrom the start of the tour will not be charged.
• Cancellations madebetween 24-48 hours from the start of the tour will be charged 50% of the amount due.
• No shows, and cancellations made within 24 hoursof the start of the start time will be charged 100% of the amount due.