Tour Code : EN-028

Cappadocia Trekking Tour - 8 Days/7 Nights

Arrival to Nevşehir Airport or Kayseri Airport and transfer to Ihlara, Cappadocia. Check-in at our hotel. During dinner, you’ll have a brief meeting with your guide who will go through the tour program with the group and share additional information.
Dinner and overnight stay in Ihlara in Cappadocia. (Dinner)

After breakfast, we will begin our hike from Ihlara to Belisırma village. During the spring and summer months, Ihlara Valley is filled with wildflowers, and small gardens flourish with fruit trees and vegetable patches across the moon-like landscape of the remote valleys. Many of the frescoes in the rock-cut churches here are in excellent condition. We will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and, in the afternoon, continue our journey towards Selime village, located at the end of Ihlara Valley. This canyon was formed by the fracturing and collapsing of cooling lava and basalt that originated from Mount Hasan, an inactive volcano.

At the end of the tour, we will return to our hotel.
Overnight stay in Ihlara in Cappadocia. ( Breakfast – Lunch - Dinner )

*  The starting altitude in Ihlara is approx. 1250 m
*  Highest point is approx. 1250 m
*  Ending altitude is approx. 1150 m
* Type of terrain: Well-beaten trail with occasional ups and downs
* Walking time: 5 hours, around 13-15 km

After breakfast, we will depart for Göreme. Our first stop will be Kaymaklı Underground City, built and carved by early Christians to protect against raids and allow them to continue their daily lives underground. Next, we will visit the Göreme Open Air Museum, home to a large monastery carved into the rocks and dozens of churches and chapels, including the Dark Church, Apple Church, Serpentine Church, and Saint Barbara Church.
We will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before hiking through Zemi Valley. The hike will take us through local farming areas along a beautiful stream.
The path is primarily downhill, covering a 6-8 km distance, which will take approximately 3 hours.
At the end of the tour, we will return to our hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.  ( Breakfast - Dinner )

* The starting altitude in Zemi Valley is approx. 1200 m
* Highest point is approx. 1200 m
* Ending altitude is approx. 1050 m
* Type of terrain: Well-beaten trail with occasional wetlands
* Walking time: 2.5-3 hours, around 6-8 km

After breakfast, we’ll begin our journey through Akvadi (White Valley), a breathtaking area shaped by rain and wind, giving the impression that you are walking on clouds. We will follow a seasonal river and encounter many intriguing rock formations and fairy chimneys. If we are fortunate, we might also spot wild birds like hoopoes and animals such as foxes.

After approximately three hours of walking, we will arrive in Uçhisar Village, where we will have lunch at a local restaurant called House of Memories. Uçhisar Castle sits atop a high hill in this area, and we will walk up to the castle to enjoy panoramic views of Cappadocia.

In the afternoon, we will follow a path leading to Pigeon Valley. The pigeons here are considered sacred, as they are mentioned in the Quran and were cherished by the Prophet Muhammad. Locals use pigeon droppings as fertiliser for their vineyards.
At the trail's end, we will arrive in Göreme town and return to our hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.  ( Breakfast - Dinner )

* Starting altitude in Akvadi (White Valley) is approx. 1050 m
* Highest point in Uçhisar Castle is approx. 1400 m
* Ending altitude in Göreme is approx. 1050 m
* Type of terrain: Well-beaten trails, first up to Uçhisar Castle via Akvadi  (White Valley) and then down to Göreme via Pigeon Valley.
*  Walking time: 5 hours, around 13-15 km 

After breakfast, we’ll take a short bus ride to Kavak to begin our hike. Thanks to the fertile volcanic soil, this region is renowned for its stunning landscape and rich viticulture. Winemaking has been practised here since the Hittites, but the exiled Christians indeed developed the vineyards.

Winemaking remains one of the most important agricultural products in Cappadocia. Other produce from these fertile lands includes walnuts, mulberries, and a variety of fruits. , the most significant rock cones are often used to store citrus and other fresh fruits.

We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch and continue through the Gomede Valley. At the end of our hike, we’ll arrive in Mustafapaşa Village and then return to our hotel, carrying beautiful memories of the magnificent views of Cappadocia and its magical fairy chimneys.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.  ( Breakfast – Dinner )

* The starting altitude in Kavak Valley is approx. 1100 m 
* The highest point in Bahçeli Village is approx. 1300 m
* The ending altitude in Mustafapaşa Village is approx. 1150 m
* Type of terrain: Rough farmland tracks and occasional well-beaten trails.
* Walking time: 4-5 hours, around 12-14 km

After breakfast, we’ll spend the morning hiking through the lesser-known Pancarlık Valley to admire its unusual rock formations. Next, we’ll continue to Kızılçukur Valley, the region's hottest valley. Nestled among the fairy chimneys, we’ll visit a church adorned with frescoes depicting viticulture and fruit cultivation. The wine produced in this area is typically rich and flavorful.

 

At the end of our hike, we’ll arrive at the small village of Çavuşin, built on top of a collapsed section of an early Christian cave city. This collapse was caused by a significant rockslide, earthquakes, and natural erosion, resulting in a split in the plateau. The church atrium in Çavuşin has cascaded down, revealing some of its frescoes. Our tour will conclude here, and we will return to our hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.  ( Breakfast – Dinner )

* The starting altitude in Pancarlık is approx. is 1200 m; in the Kızılçukur Valley, it is approx. 1100 m
* The highest point in the morning in Ortahisar is approx. 1250 m; In the afternoon in Kızılçukur Valley, it is approx. 1200 m 
* Ending altitude in the morning Ortahisar is approx. 1250 m; In the afternoon in Kızılçukur Valley, it is approx. 1100 m
* Walking time: 5 hours, around 12 km 

 

Today is a leisure day. We will explore Cappadocia on the ATW Quad Safari or Jeep Safari, driving for approximately two hours. The rest of the day will be spent enjoying the area. 
Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.   ( Breakfast - Dinner ) 

Free time until your airport transfer. Our tour concludes with your transfer to Kayseri Airport. Hope to see you on another Turkey tour.  ( Breakfast )

Customised Tours
We can create a tour program and offer an itinerary that suits your personal and budgetary requirements. Please contact us with your requests.

Price includes

Transfer Kayseri Airport –  Cappadocia Hotel – Kayseri Airport / 2 ways

Accommodation 2 nights in Ihlara + 5 nights in Cappadocia with daily breakfast

7 lunches - 7 dinners

Entrance fees, as per  the itinerary

Experienced and professional tour guide

Air conditioned, nonsmoking vehicle with experienced driver

All parking, highway, bridge fees

All tours in the program

VAT and city taxes

Price Excludes

Personal expenses

Beverages at lunch and dinners

Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

Meals other than specified

Hotel minibar and other expenses

Optional tours

Tips for the guide and driver (per person, per day 6 EURO<strong> </strong>(To be given in cash to the welcoming staff on the arrival day)

PRICE

Private Cappadocia Hiking Tour 8 Days – 7 Nights
Number of People Por person in Double & Triple  Single Room
1 Pax 2.990 €  
2 Pax 1.480 € 1.780 €
3 Pax 1.240 € 1.540 €
4 Pax 1.150 € 1.450 €
5 Pax 980 € 1.280 €
6 Pax 950 € 1.250 €
7 Pax Over 930 € 1.230 €

 

Prices Inclusions
- Round Trip Transfer Kayseri Airport
-  Accommodation 2 nights in Ihlara + 5 nights in Cappadocia with daily breakfast
-  6 lunches - 7 dinners
-  Entrance fees, as per  the itinerary
-  Experienced and professional tour guide
-  Air-conditioned, nonsmoking vehicle with an experienced driver
-  All tours per itinerary
-  VAT and city taxes

Prices Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Beverages at lunch and dinners
- Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
- Meals other than specified
- Tips for the guide and driver


Cancellation Policy
   
- For cancellations made 45 days before the tour, 100% refund. (Except per person 175 € for register, bank commission, and domestic flight ticket cost)
- For cancellations made 44 - 30 days before the tour, 50% refund. (Except for the Bank Commission)
- For cancellations made 29 - 15 days before the tour, 20 % refund.
Reservations made 14 days before the tour will not be refunded, and a 100-percent Penalty will be applied.

Remarks
- Travel health insurance is mandatory.
- Sample hotels are confirmed on the booking date in case of availability. Otherwise,
  similar hotels are booked.  
- The guide may change the tour program in the event of bad weather, time scarcity, traffic jams, or similar situations. 
- During the tours, you will be walking approximately 5 -12 km every day on uneven and
   cobblestone surfaces, inclines, and steps. 
- In the summer, you must wear comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, and in the winter, raincoats, warm clothes, winter walking shoes, an umbrella, etc.  
- The order of the sites visited may change to avoid crowds.  
- You will need your passport at check-in for all domestic flights.
- Domestic flights are economy class. Luggage limit 15 Kg.
-  Hotels or guesthouses on the hiking routes do not have high room capacities.
-  Note that hiking guides are specially trained people who know the region well; not every tourist guide can do these tours. 
- In private trekking tours, flight dates should be compatible with hotel and guide availability.
   Therefore, we encourage you to discuss and decide on your dates beforehand. 
- We can accommodate up to 16 people for group hiking tours. If there is availability on the day
   of booking, the tour will be confirmed with payment.

HOTEL
Göreme : Ciner Hotel 3*
Ihlara     : Kapadokus 3*
Note: The hotels may change depending on the availability of your tour dates. In such cases, similar hotels will be booked.


Cappadocia -
Explore this unique place of enchanting valleys, fairy chimneys, and cave dwellings
Ihlara - Walk along this narrow valley dotted with rock-cut churches and well-preserved Byzantine frescoes
Kaymaklı Underground City - Visit a historic city carved out as an underground haven for local inhabitants in turbulent times
Uçhisar - Climb the rock-cut castle and take in the views down over the region
Göreme - Enjoy seven nights in this small town at the heart of Cappadocia

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Tour Code
EN-028
Tour Name
Cappadocia Trekking Tour - 8 Days/7 Nights
Departure Point
Cappadocia
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Cappadocia Hiking: 8 Days of Adventure and Unique Landscapes

An 8-day Cappadocia Hiking tour is the best way to Discover the region's enchanting beauty, surreal landscapes, and historical wonders.
Cappadocia is a dreamlike walking paradise reminiscent of a space platform with its magnificent geographical structure, unique natural scenery decorated with fairy chimneys and many historical places.
Cappadocia's most popular trails: Walk through breathtaking trails like Ihlara Canyon, Zemi Valley, Pigeon Valley, and Kızılçukur Valley, and visit iconic sites like Kaymaklı Underground City. Enjoy exploring the unique fairy chimneys of Cappadocia with an adventurous journey through the fascinating valleys with a one-day ATV or Jeep safari.
The 7-day Cappadocia hiking blends nature, history, and adventure in one of Turkey’s most magical regions.



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  • Tour Code : EN-028
  • Duration : 8 Days
  • Start : Cappadocia
  • End : Cappadocia
  • Tour Season : Apr. May. June. Sep. Oct.
  • Transfer : Vehicle & Walking
  • Distance : 360 Km.
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