Cappadocia South Tour (Green Tour)

Cappadocia , Turkey
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Cappadocia South Tour (Green Tour)

Duration :   1 Day
The Price :   € 65.00
Start Location:   Cappadocia
Age Range :   2+

Welcome to the land of fairy chimneys and hot air balloons – Cappadocia! Nestled in the heart of Turkey, this surreal destination boasts a landscape so otherworldly, you won’t believe your eyes. Cappadocia South Tour or in other words, Green Tour promises an unforgettable experience, taking you on a journey through the region’s stunning valleys, underground cities, ancient churches and breathtaking viewpoints.

Our South tour is perfect for those who want to avoid the crowd, experience a more authentic side of Cappadocia and as well as hike through the valleys of this unique region. As you explore the area, you’ll witness the unique geological formations that have been shaped over millions of years by natural forces, creating a landscape unlike any other on earth and making Cappadocia even more unique!

Join us on the Cappadocia South tour and experience the magic for yourself.

Highlights

  • Discover the unique landscape and rock formations of this stunning region.
  • Explore the churches, kitchens and water wells that supported over 20,000 people in the past
  • Visit Derinkuyu Underground City, the largest in Turkey and trek through the stunning Ihlara Valley
  • Take incredible photographs at Pigeon Valley and Uchisar Castle

Departure

We’ll pick you up from your hotel between 09:30 – 10:00 AM.

The tour has an approximate duration of 8 hours. (subject to change)

Cappadocia South Tour Itinerary

  • We will begin our tour at Göreme Panoramic Point, which offers breathtaking views of Göreme Valley.
  • Our next destination will be Derinkuyu Underground City, an ancient city that has been occupied by various civilizations for over 4000 years. During our visit, we will learn about the history of the city and how its inhabitants managed to live underground.
  • We will also visit Selime rock-art Monastery which is the largest rock-cut structure in all of Cappadocia. This monastery was once the center of religious, social, and commercial life.
  • During our tour, we will take a pleasant 3 km hike through Ihlara Valley, a beautiful natural canyon that reaches depths of up to 100 meters in some places. While traveling, we will see cave churches with unique frescoes, and enjoy lunch by the river.
  • Our final stop will also offer a stunning view of Uchisar Castle across the gardens of Guvercinlik Vadisi (Pigeon Valley) which is an excellent spot for taking scenic photos. You can even finish your day with an easy hike down to Göreme.

Due to intense hiking, it is highly advised for our travelers to wear comfortable shoes during the trip.

This tour ends approximately at 17:00

Places You’ll See :

1Panoramic View of Goreme Esentepe Wish Will
2Derinkuyu Underground City
3Selime Monastery
4Ihlara Valley
5Pigeon Valley
6Uchisar Castle

Schedule Details

Panoramic View of Goreme Esentepe Wish Will

Located between Uchisar and Goreme is a panoramic viewpoint which showcases the beauty of the crazy landscape that makes up Cappadocia. The Goreme Esentepe viewpoint overlooks the town of Uchisar as well as over the valleys that are scattered with the famous fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. The best panorama of the area, be sure your camera batteries are charged.

Derinkuyu Underground City

The Christians who populated this area created these amazing underground cities when they were fleeing persecution back in the 14th Century. Some of the underground cities date back further than this and all hold an amazing moment of time from our ancient past. Your tour guide will walk you through to show you how these people lived back in these ancient times of trying to flee and hide from persecution.

Selime Monastery

An astonishing rock-cut construction and the largest religious structure in the Cappadocia region with a cathedral-sized church cut directly into the volcanic tuff. Inside, original frescoes can be found although some have been damaged by weather. Signs of early civilizations are also present at the ancient site such as Hittites, Persians, Romans, Early Christians, Byzantines, Seljuk Turks and Ottomans.

Ihlara Valley

The Ihlara Valley’s gorge is the unique home to rock-carved churches and underground dwellings. With nearly 100 in total, they line both sides of the gorge. The location of these churches and houses, hidden in the rocks, with their easy access to water, made them one of the first places for Christians to seek refuge from the Roman Empire.

Pigeon Valley

Pigeon Valley is an area of Cappadocia that the local farmers have created over the years. Local farmers used to farm pigeon manure as they realised it was a rich resource of fertiliser for their crops and soil. So all these pigeon houses have been carved into the rock faces over the centuries. You make the stop to enjoy the view over the valley and the Cappadocia region.

Panorama over Uchisar Castle

In the centre of Uchisar is one of the largest rock formations in Cappadocia – known as the Castle of Uchisar. It is the highest point over Cappadocia so  affords amazing views over the whole region and further onwards to Erciyes Mountains. It is the perfect spot to offer you all the best views over this amazing landscape of Cappadocia. A view you will never forget.

What's Included

  • Entrance fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch in a local restaurant
  • Professional Guide
  • Transportation in A/C vehicles

What's Excluded

  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping (Optional)

Activities

  • Easy Tracking
  • Group Tour
  • Historical Tour
  • Small Group Tour

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Why Book With Us?

  • As a well known Tourism Agency, we believe that there should not be any suprises for you whether it be your trips, accommodations or so forth.
  • Therefore, our team is extremely dedicated and here to make sure that your are well satisfied throughout your journey.

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