North Cappadocia Tour
Description
Explore the enchanting landscapes of Cappadocia, where remarkable geological formations, cave churches, and ancient troglodyte villages await you on this guided English-language tour through one of Turkey's most captivating regions.
Northern Cappadocia Tour Overview
At the scheduled time, your adventure will kick off with a pickup from your selected location, as you prepare to unveil the wonders of northern Cappadocia, famously known as the red tour. This region is celebrated for its stunning rock formations, particularly the iconic fairy chimneys.
Your journey begins at the Devrent Valley, affectionately termed "Imagination Valley." This site boasts some of the most extraordinary rock formations globally, sculpted by natural erosion into fascinating shapes. Keep your eyes peeled for delightful figures such as the kissing birds, seals, dolphins, and even those resembling the Virgin Mary alongside Napoleon's hat.
Continuing with the red tour, the next destination is the renowned Göreme Open-Air Museum. This site features numerous ancient churches, chapels, and monasteries carved from the rock, showcasing well-preserved frescoes illustrating Biblical narratives, vibrant in their original hues.
After delving into this remarkable site, you'll head to the troglodyte village of Uçhisar. Here, you'll witness amazing underground dwellings, cloisters, and tunnels with the magnificent Uçhisar Castle towering above. This impressive cylindrical formation was once home to over a thousand inhabitants, offering breathtaking views of the famed fairy chimneys dotted throughout the region.
As the tour progresses, you will deepen your understanding of these geological marvels at Pasabag, also referred to as the Valley of Monks. Get up close to the fairy chimneys, or "hoodoos", while learning about their unique terminology and intriguing historical context.
Depending on availability, you may also have the chance to visit local handicraft workshops featuring carpets, silver, and semi-precious stones during either the morning or afternoon.
As your insightful exploration concludes, you'll be returned to your original meeting location after a rewarding 6-hour experience.
Pickup Information
During the booking process, guests will have the option to select between a hotel pickup or a designated meeting point.
If opting for the meeting point, the designated pickup locations are:
- Urgup Hamami at 9:15 am
- Ortahisar Cultural Museum at 9:25 am
- Goreme Bus Terminal at 9:45 am
- Uchisar Eris Ezcanesi at 10 am
Please specify your chosen pickup location upon making your reservation.
Essential Information
It is crucial to ensure that all passenger details provided at the time of booking match exactly with the information on their passport.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off (if you select the option with hotel pickup)
- Transport by minibus or coach
- English–speaking guide
- Lunch
- Entrance to Göreme Open Air Museum
- Visit to a ceramics workshop
What's not included
- Drinks
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
This tour includes a pickup service from the following places:
- Urgup Hamami (Turkish Baths) at 9:15 am: İstiklal Cd. Yeni Cami karşışı No:18, Ürgüp 50350 Türkiye.
- Ortahisar Cultural Museum at 9:25 am: Cumhuriyet Meydanı No:15, 50650 Ortahisar/Ürgüp/Ürgüp/Nevşehir.
- Goreme Bus Terminal (in front of the self-service kiosks) at 9:45 am: İçeridere Sk., 50000 Göreme/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir.
- Uchisar Eris Ezcanesi (pharmacy) at 10 am: Tekelli Mh. Göreme Cd. Pk:50240 Merkez/Nevşehir.
On the day before the activity, the local provider will contact you to let you know the pickup time. We recommend being ready at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early.
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