2 May 2024 

History-Enthusiasts

 

An experientially as well as spiritually fulfilling trip to the archaeological site of Aşıklı Höyük to visit a prehistoric settlement dating back to nearly 10,000 years ago, which is the oldest in Cappadocia. Afterwards, we will explore the rock-hewn castle complex at Selime and enjoy the charming view over the Melendiz Brook, followed by the Ihlara Canyon, where the lush environment and painted cave churches are to be marveled at.

 

Notes:

• full-day tour: 09:00 - 18:00

• requires: physical fitness and intermediate-level hiking

• includes: admission to sites of attraction & lunch

• extra: drinks at lunch

 

Rate: € 50

 

 

3 May 2024 

Off the Beaten Tracks 

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Off to see a lesser-visited part of Cappadocia: The first site will be the rock-hewn monastery of Keşlik, with its beautiful frescoes and impressive dining hall. Next, we will take a short hike in the otherworldly valley of Soğanlı, where a considerable portion of the remains of an important Byzantine rock-cut settlement with mansions, agricultural facilities, and churches survives. Our last stop will be the underground city of Mazı, one of the many mysterious subterranean shelters of the region, to explore its tunnels, shafts, rooms, and storage facilities.

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Notes:

• full-day tour: 09:00 - 18:00

• requires: physical fitness and intermediate-level hiking

• includes: admission to sites of attraction & lunch

• extra: drinks at lunch

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Rate: € 45

 

 

4 May 2024

Hikers & Nature-Lovers

 

One of the best ways to touch the soul of Cappadocia: a long hike through the extraordinarily picturesque Red Valley with its multi-colored rock formations and Byzantine cave churches. We will then visit Çavuşin, an abandoned village with rock-cut dwellings, stone houses, and an impressive basilica dedicated to St. John the Baptist, which is one of the oldest rupestrian monuments in the region. We will end the day in the riverside town of Avanos, renowned with its ancient tradition of pottery.

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Notes:

• full-day tour: 09:00 - 18:00

• requires: physical fitness and intermediate-level hiking

• includes: admission to sites of attraction & lunch

• extras: drinks at lunch

 

Rate: € 35

 

 

Hot-Air Ballooning: Although we encourage visitors to be "down-to-earth" when wondering at sights of Cappadocia, hot-air ballooning remains to be widely considered a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The popularity of this activity entails costliness. The rate per person ranges from € 250 to 300 in the spring season. Reservations fill fast, so balloon companies usually require advance booking. Out of experience, we would recommend Butterfly Balloons. You may individually book on their website (https://www.butterflyballoons.com/en) or may contact us for a group reservation to request discounted rates. 

 

General Notes:

• We recommend that you bring hiking shoes or comfortable footwear suitable for uneven terrain, hats, sunblock, lip balm, fleece top/sweater, and water bottles with you.

• The schedules presented above are subject to change and may be modified depending on weather conditions, road closings, daily events or other unforeseen circumstances outside the control of the tour guide or organizers in charge.