Cappadocia Day Tour Kaymakli Underground City and Ihlara Valley

5.0 (3 reviews) Urgup, Turkey
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This full-day Cappadocia experience combines iconic highlights and hidden gems with a professional licensed guide, comfortable transportation, entrance fees, and lunch included, offering a seamless and enriching journey.

What's included

  • Comfortable transportation throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Lunch
  • Pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels.
  • Parking Fees
  • Entrance fees to Kaymakli Underground City, Ihlara Valley, and Selime Monastery.
  • Tips to the service suppliers
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Personal Expenses

What to expect

  1. Goreme Panorama
    15m
    Enjoy a panoramic view of Göreme and the fairy chimneys while your guide explains the unique volcanic landscape, rock formations, and the history of Cappadocia.
  2. Kaymakli Underground City
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Explore the fascinating Kaymakli Underground City with your guide and discover how ancient civilizations lived underground, using tunnels, rooms, and ventilation systems for protection.
  3. Ihlara Valley
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy a scenic walk through Ihlara Valley, surrounded by lush nature, rock-cut churches, and the Melendiz River, while your guide shares the history and natural beauty of the region.
  4. Selime Monastery
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Selime Monastery, the largest rock-cut monastery in Cappadocia, and explore its impressive cathedral, monks’ quarters, and panoramic views while learning about its historical and religious significance.
  5. Uchisar Castle
    20m
    On the way back, stop at Pigeon Valley for a scenic viewpoint overlooking the castle of Uchisar together with the valley and its ancient pigeon houses, while your guide explains their historical importance and offers time for photos.
  6. Kapadokya Onyx
    30m
    Kapadokya Onyx Taş Mağazası, Uçhisar, Türkiye

    During this stop, guests will have the opportunity to learn about Cappadocia’s famous onyx and semi-precious stones. A local expert will explain how these natural stones are formed, processed, and transformed into handmade jewelry and decorative items. Visitors can observe live demonstrations of stone carving techniques and have free time to browse the showroom.

    This stop is informative and optional for shopping, with no obligation to purchase.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your guide will pick up visitors from their hotels or from pre-arranged meeting points before the start of the tour.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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