About the excursion

One of the most atmospheric ways to see Cappadocia is to ride into its valleys on horseback. The slow pace, the silence of the rocks and the landscapes unfolding around you give a completely different feel for the region than a bus tour or a walk.

Highlights

Love Valley
Red and Rose Valleys
Pigeon Valley

Full description

The routes pass through the most scenic spots: Love Valley, the Red and Rose Valleys, Pigeon Valley and other hidden trails among fairy chimneys and ancient rock formations. You will ride along narrow paths, past caves and vineyards, stopping at the most beautiful viewpoints to enjoy the scenery and take photos.

The horses are calm, well-trained Anatolian and Arabian breeds that know the local trails well. The ride suits both first-time riders and more experienced ones. A short briefing is held before the start, and an experienced cowboy guide accompanies the group all the way.

Sunrise and sunset rides are especially memorable, when the rocks take on soft golden and pink hues. At these times Cappadocia looks truly magical, and the feeling of being completely immersed in its nature becomes even stronger.

A horseback ride is a chance to see Cappadocia the way locals once saw it: slowly, close to the ground and in perfect harmony with the surrounding landscape.

Tour program

Hotel transfer

Your excursion voucher will show the hotel departure time for the session you have chosen. Our minibus will take you to the base in 15-20 minutes.
Briefing and equipment

Our friendly instructors will explain the safety rules, tell you about the horses and go over the route. Once the equipment has been handed out, there will be a trial ride to make sure you have understood all the rules.
Tour route

The 2-hour horseback ride takes you through the most notable and beautiful places in Cappadocia. The morning route may vary, as the organisers try to choose spots with great views of the balloons (launch sites can change daily). There will be several photo stops along the way.
Return

At the end of the ride you will return to the base, where you can look through the photos and videos the instructors took along the way, have a coffee at the café and relax. After that, our minibuses will take you back to your hotels.

What's included and not included

Hotel transfer both ways

from all hotels in Cappadocia

Safety briefing

English

Insurance

up to €30,000

Equipment

helmet

Horseback ride

2 hours

Personal expenses

souvenirs, shopping, etc.

Photos and videos

a photographer can be booked

What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Comfortable clothing

Good to know

Minimum age

Participants must be over 10 years old

Morning session

If the hot air balloon flights are cancelled, the tour still goes ahead. The locations on the route are visited, but without the view of the balloons in the sky.