2-day complete tour to Cappadocia from Istanbul | Greca.co

After a refreshing breakfast, at the designated time, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Kayseri. Thus begins your journey to the magical and surprising region of Cappadocia, whose characteristic volcanic lava layers shape an incredible and unique landscape and history.

Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to Cappadocia, where we will start our tour of this fascinating region, visiting:

-Devrent Valley: Here, we will find the famous limestone chimneys. Their unusual shapes will invite our travelers to imagine countless figures and animals, earning it the nickname "Valley of Imagination."

-Avanos: A town situated on the banks of the Kizilirmak River (Red River), renowned for its ceramics made from the river's clay deposits. We will have time to visit its artisans and witness their craft in ceramic workshops.

-Pasabag or Monk's Valley: The geology of this valley is spectacular, with fairy chimneys in a characteristic conical shape that, in ancient times, served as shelters for monks, hence its name.

-Zelve Valley: The color of its stones, the Byzantine monastery, churches, and houses carved into the rocks make this settlement a must-visit in Cappadocia.

-Panoramic Viewpoint: We will stop at one of the viewpoints to admire and capture the beautiful panoramic view of Göreme and its chimneys.

-Carpets and Kilims: We will visit a carpet workshop where we can admire the famous Turkish kilims, handmade with natural fibers, known for their vibrant colors and designs.

Greca Tip: Consult with your guide about joining in a hot air balloon tour and gently drift over the magnificent valleys of Cappadocia.

Optionally, if we wake up early, we can enjoy a sunrise in a hot air balloon with a glass of champagne.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will be picked up at the scheduled time to continue exploring the fascinating region of Central Anatolia.

First, we will visit the Valley of Love (Aşıklar vadisi). Although Cappadocia has many valleys and rock formations resulting from volcanic eruptions, the Valley of Love is the most famous among them.

We will continue with a visit to an abandoned underground city. These cities are mysterious to historians and archaeologists, as they had everything needed to live without coming to the surface for long periods.

During our walks through Cappadocia, we will see many fairy chimneys of different shapes and sizes. Among them, The Three Beauties stand out, famous for the local legends surrounding them.

Next, we will head to the picturesque village of Ortahisar, with its massive 90-meter-high rock castle and caves carved into it, making it look like something out of a storybook.

We will visit a genuine jewelry workshop where natural precious stones are transformed into wonderful pieces of jewelry. We can find pieces made with the famous Zultanite, a unique Turkish stone that changes color depending on the light.

Then, we will explore Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik vadisi), a volcanic and labyrinthine area with caves and pigeon houses carved into the rocks.

Afterward, we will visit the natural stone castle of Uçhisar, offering a wonderful panoramic view.

Finally, the tour will end in the ancient Christian village of Cavusin, offering impressive views of the Red Valley and Uçhisar Castle.

At the end, transfer to Kayseri - Adnan Menderes Airport for the return flight to Istanbul. Arrival in Istanbul, pick up, and private transfer to your hotel.

Greca Tip: Ask about the possibility of adding the famous balloon ride before this tour, early in the morning.