Private Guided Exploration of Cappadocia

At a glance

Private Guided Exploration of Cappadocia is a 8h private experience in Cappadocia, Turkey, operated by Tour Altinkum Travel. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $315 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle.

Quick facts

Duration

8h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Spanish

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–15 per booking

Ages

Traveller 0–120

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Options & availability

• Private Guided Exploration of Cappadocia

  from $315

  Pickup included

  Days:

  Every day

  Start times:

  08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00

  Check availability →

Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h

   consists of many rock-cut churches from the second half of 9C with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating the walls.

2. Stop 2 · 1h

   famous for its quirky animal shaped rocks. It looks like a sculpture zoo made by nature. There is even a rock pillar which looks like the Virgin Mary, holding Jesus Christ. Take in the unique lunar landscape of the valley and feel like you're in another World. Next; Pasabagi which means: the Pacha's vineyard. This site is also called Monks Valley. The hermitage of Simeon monks was here. A chapel dedicated to St. Simeon (Simon), and a hermit's shelter is built into one of the fairy chimneys with three heads. Pasabag valley contains some of the most striking fairy chimneys in Cappadocia with twin and even triple rock caps. This style is unique even for Cappadocia and these fairy chimneys are named mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.

3. Stop 3 · 1h

   where you will enjoy typical Turkish Lunch and experience make Potter with local experts

4. Stop 4 · 1h

   once a place of refuge for 15000 Christians. These settlements were of enormous value to the development of Christianity as they provided shelter and worship and were in use until the end of 7C AD. Witness the ancient bedrooms, church, meeting hall, and food storage rooms in this eight-story city connected by 30km of corridors and passageways.

5. Stop 5 · 30m

   earned its name from the countless man made dovecotes (Pigeon Houses) that have been carved into the soft volcanic tuff. Pigeon Valley is one of the best spots for walking in the marvelous Cappadocia region.

6. Stop 6 · 1h

   is surrounded by a valley, which becomes gradually wider, called Red Valley. The houses of the village were cut into massive rock formations. The village is famous for its rock-churches.

7. Stop 7 · 30m

   famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses, narrow streets and lovely churches as well as the castle-like rock formation after which the town is named.

Meeting point

Traveller ratings

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Entrance fees are excluded (Your guide will have skıp-the-line tıckets, so you will skip long ticket lines)
• Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions