Ihlara Valley and Derinkuyu Underground City Tour

4.8 (26 reviews) Goreme, Turkey
Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Set off on a full-day adventure through Cappadocia’s most iconic sights. Begin with Derinkuyu Underground City, a vast subterranean wonder carved 85 meters deep that once sheltered 20,000 people.

Continue to Ihlara Valley for a scenic hike and discovering ancient cave churches adorned with colorful frescoes. Stop in the village of Belisırma for a traditional lunch before heading to Nar Lake, a volcanic crater lake steeped in myth and believed to have healing powers.

End the day in Göreme, where Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes, fairy chimneys, and striking rock formations provide the perfect finale to your journey.

Options

Tour Including Entrance Ticket

Pickup included

Tour Excluding Entrance Ticket

Entrance ticket: Please note that, this option does not include the entrance tickets of 30€ and can be paid on the day with credit card.

Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance fees (If option selected)
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch (10€)

What to expect

  1. Goreme Panorama
    20m
    Marvel at Göreme Panorama, offering breathtaking views over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, and the stunning valleys stretching into the horizon.
  2. 30m
    Discover the artistry of Cappadocia at Göreme Onyx, where skilled craftsmen transform volcanic stone into elegant jewelry and ornaments.
  3. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Explore Derinkuyu, Cappadocia’s deepest underground city, a fascinating labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, and history carved into the earth.
  4. Selime Monastery
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Located in Selime Town at the end of Ihlara Valley, the monastery is the largest castle monastery in the region.
  5. Belisirma
    45m
    Relax in Belisırma village, nestled in the Ihlara Valley, where you’ll enjoy free time and a traditional lunch by the riverside.
  6. Ihlara Valley
    50m · Admission ticket not included
    Walk through the breathtaking Ihlara Valley, a canyon filled with lush greenery, rock-carved churches, and stunning landscapes.
  7. Pigeon Valley
    15m
    Marvel at Pigeon Valley, famous for its unique rock formations, cave dwellings, and countless pigeon houses carved into the cliffs.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick-up from hotel lobby.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Cancellation policy

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

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