Cappadocia Green Tour
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About the excursion
Cappadocia is famous for more than its "fairy chimneys" and hot air balloons. Beyond the popular routes lie quiet valleys, ancient underground cities and remarkable natural sights. The Cappadocia Green Tour is a chance to explore the region in more depth and at a calmer pace, without rushing and away from the big tourist crowds.
Highlights
- Underground city
- Ihlara Valley
- Panoramic viewpoints
- Lake Nar
- Belisırma village
Full description
This is a carefully planned one-day program that combines scenic panoramas, easy walks, history and local culture. The tour is ideal for nature lovers, history enthusiasts and anyone who wants to see a different side of Cappadocia, one that feels more intimate and authentic. After the Green Tour, Cappadocia reveals itself in a new light: quieter, more authentic and truly memorable.
Tour program
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Hotel pickupDepending on your hotel's location, our minibus will pick you up for the tour between 09:30 and 10:00. The tour organizer will specify the pickup time in your tour voucher.
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Göreme PanoramaThe day begins at one of the best viewpoints in the region. From above, you can see fantastic rock formations, valleys and the famous "chimneys". It is the perfect spot to take your first stunning photos and feel the scale of the Cappadocian landscape.
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Pigeon Valley (Güvercinlik)Next, the route takes you to the peaceful and picturesque Pigeon Valley. Its rocks still hold ancient dovecotes carved by hand many centuries ago. The calm atmosphere and beautiful views make this stop especially pleasant for a leisurely stroll.
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Onyx workshopAfter the valley, you will visit a local workshop where jewelry and decorative items are made from onyx, a stone mined in this region. You will see the craftsmen at work and learn more about this traditional Cappadocian craft.
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Underground cityOne of the most impressive moments of the tour is the descent into an underground city. These multi-level shelters were built over centuries to protect the inhabitants from raids. Narrow tunnels, living chambers, ventilation shafts and kitchens help you imagine how people lived underground.
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Ihlara ValleyAfter the underground city, one of the most beautiful valleys in Cappadocia awaits. The Ihlara Valley stretches along a river and is dotted with rock-cut churches. It is especially pleasant to walk along the trail here, listening to the sound of the water and enjoying the silence.
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Lunch in Belisırma villageA traditional Turkish lunch awaits you in the old village of Belisırma. Fresh local produce, simple and delicious dishes and picturesque surroundings make this stop especially heartwarming.
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Narlıgöl (Lake Nar)The day ends at Narlıgöl crater lake. The still water, surrounded by greenery and hills, creates a feeling of complete serenity. It is a wonderful place to round off an eventful day amid the silence and beauty of nature.
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ReturnAt the end of the tour, our drivers will take you back to your hotels by 17:00.
What's included and not included
Hotel transfer both ways
from all hotels in Göreme and the surrounding area
Entrance tickets
underground city, monastery
Lunch
set menu at a traditional restaurant
Guide
English-speaking guide
Drinks
all drinks during the tour
Personal expenses
souvenirs, shopping, etc.
What to bring
Sun protection
Comfortable shoes
Comfortable clothing
Money
Proof of child's age
Good to know
Walking
You will walk about 3 kilometers along the river through the Ihlara Valley
Underground city
Narrow passages with very low corridors
Guide's language
Basic (school-level) English is needed to understand stop times and departure times. The guide conducts the tour in "basic" English
Not suitable for
People with reduced mobility
Children under 3
Pregnant women
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