Trekking in Cappadocia

Trekking in Cappadocia

Trekking in Cappadocia

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From $875USD

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Highlights

Spend 7-days enjoying moderate day-walks with a guide in Turkey’s Cappadocia region

Stand in awe of the rock formations and sprawling valleys of ancient Cappadocia

Visit attractive villages and be introduced to authentic Turkish hospitality along the way.

Revel in the panoramic views that await you at the summit of Bozdağ Mountain.

Discover ancient monasteries, open-air museums, tea houses, wineries and an underground city.

The fairy chimneys and secret valleys of Cappadocia offer the opportunity for some of the most fascinating day walks to be enjoyed anywhere in the world. The famous troglodyte villages and the amazing scenery are best enjoyed on foot. In this one-week tour, walking possibilities are endless in this area of cave-lived valleys and surreal rock formations. The walking is of moderate difficulty and is generally between 4 and 5 hours each day. There is also time to visit some of the attractive villages on route.

Trekking in Cappadocia Itinerary

Day 1 Transfer

You will be picked up at the airport and transferred to Göreme. Enjoy dinner and an overnight in Göreme.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Goreme
Distance
None
Meals
Dinner

Day 2 Pigeon Valley to Love Valley

This moderate walk will show you the hidden valleys of the area with their vineyards and orchards of walnut, quince and apricot trees. Our walk starts at 9.00hrs. Start walking through the Pigeon valley. It is a great walk from Göreme along the valley floor to Uçhisar (4km). The valley is named for the many pigeon houses or dovecotes carved into the rocks and cliffs. Years ago, the pigeons were used as message carriers as well as food and their droppings were used as fertilizer. Afterwards, the path takes us to Uçhisar where you’ll visit the castle to enjoy spectacular views and have time to wander in the town before lunch. Lunch is in a local family-run restaurant in Uçhisar. The view of the valley is exquisite. They serve local Turkish food in traditional clay pots. You will taste several different delicious and famous Turkish dishes. After lunch, head for White valley characterized by its small fields, lush vegetation and strange rock formations. On the spot where you find the particularly beautiful fairy chimneys (Love Valley), you can enjoy a taste of the freshly pressed orange juice. After the break, your gentle path leads us back to Göreme.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Goreme
Distance
9km, 4.5 hours, 120m of ascent
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3 Kavak Village to Gomeda Valley

This trip introduces you to the traditional villages of Cappadocia. Your morning transfer takes you to rural Kavak; a farming town where tourists do not normally tread. You’ll walk from here to Bahçeli where you have a cup of tea at the local tea house. From here, walk an undulating route to Ayvalı and stop for lunch in Aravan for an authentic, casual, delicious meal with friendly service.

This is the only place in the region that offers organic food. After lunch, walk through Gomeda valley.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Gomeda valley
Distance
12km, 5 hours
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 Gomeda Valley to Çavuşin

After breakfast, take a transfer to Gomeda valley where you have finished your walk the day before. Your morning walk through the Pancarlik valley takes you to Ortahisar, a quiet town with a Byzantine/Seljuck fortress. After a short wander in the town, you’ll be driven to Kızılçukur (Red valley) where you’ll walk in the afternoon. Finish our walk at Çavuşin.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Çavuşin
Distance
13.5km, 4.5 hours
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5 Çavuşin to Rose Valley

After breakfast, start walking. This tour is an opportunity to break away from the classical trekking routes in the area; it’s for people who like heights. After a short wander in the village, ascend through the deserted houses to reach the little-known church of John the Baptist, with its unique paintings. Your path continues to the summit of Bozdağ Mountain where a panoramic view of the region awaits, including Uçhisar, Göreme, Çavuşin, Avanos, Ortahisar and Zelve open-air museum. With the spectacular views of Mount Erciyes in the background, follow a smooth path over the plateau and descend for lunch in a small family-run restaurant in Red valley. Visit the winery and the Grape church and start your afternoon walk in Rose Valley. On the way visiting the pigeon houses and the Cross Church.

Overnight Location
Hotel in Çavuşin
Distance
11.5km, 5.5 hours
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 6 Derinkuyu Underground City to Selime Monastery

Today you’ll visit the only evergreen place in the whole of Cappadocia, Ihlara valley. But first, drive to Derinkuyu Underground City, one of the wonders of Cappadocia. The settlement was dug as deep as 5 layers below ground level and used for hiding for centuries. After seeing the underground city you’ll be driven to Ihlara town and start our walk in the valley.

This 13km hike is generally an easy walk, following the river at the bottom of the deep canyon, there are some short parts where you have to scramble on rocks. Willow and poplar trees will decorate your way with beautiful birds gliding by.
Walk about 3.5 hours and en-route visit several rock-cut churches carved out of the vertical canyon walls. Some are covered in really unique wall paintings. One great discovery was to find a rock-cut mosque next to one of the churches, both cut out of the rocks. It is the first example of a rock-cut mosque ever found.

After a late lunch, continue walking by the river down to Selime town, where the walk ends nearby Selime Monastery, another amazing structure cut out of the natural rock.

Overnight Location
Pension in Selime
Distance
13km, 5.5 hours
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7 Paşabağ to Avanos and the departure

Enjoy a light day today. You’ll start from the hotel and walk to one of the wonders of Cappadocia: Paşabağ. It is a short walk (1.5hrs) but for those who do not want to walk it is possible to transfer by minibus to Paşabağ and rejoin the group there.

Drive to Avanos, the second biggest town of Cappadocia, where the longest river of Turkey passes through. This Kızılırmak (Red River) was known in Antiquity by its' ancient name ‘Halys’. After enjoying lunch in Avanos you will learn that this town is famous for its' pottery art as well. Making pottery from the rich clay deposits of the river is in fact a cultural heritage that Cappadocia inherited from the Hittites.

Enjoy the free afternoon. In the afternoon you have an optional visit to a Turkish bath for relaxing and massage.

At the end of the day, you’ll be transferred to the airport.

Overnight Location
None
Distance
1.5 hours
Meals
Breakfast, lunch

Trekking in Cappadocia Price and Dates

This guided tour in Cappadocia is run as a private tour with a guide for your group only and the pricing depends on the size of your group.

Prices below are per person:

  • Guided Groups of 2-5: $875USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 6-16: $775USD per person
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Accommodation on Trekking in Cappadocia

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible (please enquire about the pricing). Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Night 1-2

Hotel in Goreme

Enjoy this pleasant stay in Goreme where you’ll be immersed in local culture and enjoy great amenities.

Night 3

Hotel in Gomeda valley

Experience the beauty of the Gomeda Valley at this charming hotel.

Night 4-5

Hotel in Çavuşin

Come to know Çavuşin as you spend two nights in this beautiful small village.

Night 6

Hotel in Selime

Enjoy the ancient wonders of Selime with this comfortable hotel as your base for exploring.

Hotels on Standard Tour

What’s Included in the Trekking in Cappadocia?

Meals

6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers from and back to Kayseri Airport. Any other transfers or flights are not included.

Also Included

  • English-speaking guide

Not included

  • Any domestic or international flights
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
  • Entrance fees to museums and monuments

Optional Extras

  • Single supplements

Frequenty Asked Questions about Trekking in Cappadocia

How hard is the Trekking in Cappadocia?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. The trails are not technical, and the elevation is minimal, however, you should be ready to hike for up to 6 hours daily.

Do I need a visa to travel to Turkey?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Trekking in Cappadocia?

6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Cappadocia to start this tour?

Fly into Kayseri Airport, from where you will be picked up.

Is the Trekking in Cappadocia in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

Where does the Trekking in Cappadocia end?

The tour ends in Antalya, where you will be transferred to an airport for your flight.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Turkey?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Turkey?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to Turkey for this tour?

The best time to travel to Turkey for this hike is between April and November, however, the late summer months tend to get very hot.

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Tour Difficulty

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. The trails are not technical, and the elevation is minimal, however, you should be ready to hike for up to 6 hours daily.


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