Full-Day Tour of Cappadocia (Deep Green Zone): History, Hiking & Hidden Spots | Turkey
Explore Turkey's Ihlara Valley on a full-day tour. Hike through the striking gorge, uncover ancient churches, and delve into the area's rich history.
- Hike 7 km along the gorgeous natural trails of the canyon and discover the natural beauty of Ihlara Valley, one of Turkey’s most stunning landscapes
- Marvel at the huge, ancient Selime Monastery
- Uncover hidden churches, behold picturesque waterfalls, and explore ancient houses
- Embark on an exploration of the expansive underground city of Derinkuyu
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— What You Can Expect —
Begin the day's adventure with a visit to Selime Monastery. Carved directly into the volcanic mountain in the 13th century, it stands as Cappadocia's largest religious structure. Explore the cathedral-sized edifice, observing well-preserved kitchens, monks' quarters, stables, staircases, and more.
Proceed on with a visit to Belisirma, a favored local spot offering tea and snacks before embarking on our hike. Journey through Ilhara Valley on a 2.5-hour or 7 km trek, discovering vast natural rock formations. En route, explore hidden churches, admire picturesque waterfalls, and behold the breathtaking canyon landscape.
Indulge in a delicious traditional Turkish lunch following the hike. Then, proceed to Derinkuyu underground city. At its peak, this ancient, multi-level underground city was said to have sheltered almost 20,000 people! Explore the wonders of Derinkuyu's underground before heading back to your accommodations after a day well spent.
Explore Selime Monastery - the biggest religious building in Cappadocia
Discover Ilhara Valley, a captivating natural wonderland in Turkey
Uncover the secrets of Derinkuyu underground city, an ancient subterranean marvel in Turkey
What You Can Expect
Purchase Notice
- Free pick-up is available in the areas of Avanos, Goreme, Uchisar, and Urgup
- Please look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign
- Please be at your meeting point or hotel lobby (within our free pick-up areas) at least 10 minutes before the stated meeting or pick-up time. Our tour guides will wait a maximum of 10 minutes before proceeding to the next stop
- Please note that heavy morning traffic may significantly differ from the travel time indicated in navigation apps (e.g. Google Maps, Waze, etc.) if you are heading to the meeting point. Ensure you allow enough time for your journey
- The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact tour time
- It is suggested to bring a camera, hat, umbrella, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable hiking shoes, bug spray, and cash for personal expenses
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- Please present the e-voucher on-site
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- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
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Location Name: Cappadocia
Address: CappadociaCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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