Cappadocia Red Tour - Classic Route (Popular)
At a glance
Cappadocia Red Tour - Classic Route (Popular) is a 6h – 7h small-group experience in Cappadocia, Turkey, operated by Gorgeous Travel - Daily Tours & Balloon Flights. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 561 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $27.40 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Air-conditioned vehicle, Profesioanal speaking English tour guide.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 561 travellers
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h – 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Best Cappadocia day tour is ‘Red Tour’. This Cappadocia tour will take you to historical sights found in the central and northern region of Cappadocia, including Zelve Open Museum, Çavuşin, Pasabağ, Devrent Valley, Uçhisar and more!
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What's included
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Profesioanal speaking English tour guide
Not included
- Drinks and Tips
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 45m
Uçhisar Castle, the highest rock formation in the region. The guide will explain just how this amazing landscape came into existence.
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Stop 2 · 1h 30m
At Zelve Open Air museum the guide will explain the importance of Christianity and monastic life in Cappadocia before leaving you free to explore the 10th and 11th century cave churches and monasteries with beautifully painted frescoes depicting famous biblical scenes
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Stop 3 · 15m
See the old Greek houses in Çavuşin village, abandoned during the Greek/Turkish population exchange in 1924.
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Stop 4 · 1h 45m
Enjoy a buffet-style lunch in Avanos, offering a wide range of Turkish food including mezes, salads, meat and vegetarian dishes and desserts.
Still in Avanos, visit an authentic family-run pottery workshop located in an underground cave. Clay from the Kızılırmak (Red) River was first used in pottery production by the Hitites prior to 1700BC and continues as an art form today. Watch a master demonstrate how to make a pot, and watch the the painters and glazers apply their delicate patterns. Have a go at the potter’s wheel yourself and make your own unique pot if you wish. -
Stop 5 · 1h
In Paşabağı (also known as Monks Valley because of the Chapel of Saint Simeon found there) wander through the unusual clusters of multi-headed mushroom-shaped “fairy chimneys” (rock formations).
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Stop 6 · 30m
Devrent Valley (“Imagination Valley”) - a stunning valley where you can spot natural rock formations in many recognisable shapes, including the famous camel-shaped rock. Use your imagination and see what other shapes you can find.
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Stop 7
This tour is organizing in Cappadocia
Meeting point
Göreme, Çavuşin, Avanos, Ortahisar, Ürgüp and Uçhisar area
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cappadocia Red Tour - Classic Route (Popular) take?
The experience lasts about 6h – 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $27.40 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Air-conditioned vehicle; Profesioanal speaking English tour guide.
Where does it start?
Göreme, Çavuşin, Avanos, Ortahisar, Ürgüp and Uçhisar area
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 561 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Cappadocia.
