Cappadocia in Two Days VIP Private Tour

Just a short flight from Istanbul, you can experience the magic of Cappadocia on our Two-Day Private Excursion!

Highlights

Devrent Valley

Göreme Open Air Museum

Ortahisar Castle

Hidden Gems

Monk's Valley
Panoramic Pigeon Valley
Underground City
Avanos
Rose Valley
Old Greek village of Cavusin

Tour Includes

Transfer from/to Airport Kayseri or Nevsehir
Domestic Flight Tickets
1 Night B&B / Accommodation in Cappadocia / Kale Konak Cave Hotel Boutique Class
Two lunches and one breakfast
Museum fees
2 full-day tours with an expert private guide
Private air-conditioned vehicle

Tour Does Not Include

International flight tickets, hotel pick-up & drop-off in Istanbul, drinks during lunch, local taxes and V.A.T., or a balloon tour (optional add-on).

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When exploring the curious fairy chimneys, the bold colors of the valleys, cave dwellings, and underground cities, two unforgettable days in Cappadocia with your private expert TE guide will bring the fairy tale to life. From the unique landscape, you might imagine that you are walking on the Moon or maybe the surface of Mars! According to UNESCO, the area you will be exploring, with its frescoed churches, cave dwellings, and subterranean cities, is one of the largest and most striking of its kind in the world. With the help of your expert private TE guide, you will immerse yourself in this unique world, following the amazing traces left behind by those taking refuge in the rocks from invasions and persecutions. The carved buildings, which still remain, and exquisite frescoes from a thousand years ago, all have their own stories to tell you. This and so much more await you in magical Cappadocia! (flights from Istanbul, airport transfers, one night accommodation, transportation, expert private TE guide, and entry tickets included)

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What To Expect On Your Tour

Two days in unforgettable Cappadocia. Journey through the magic!

Day One

Rock Formations, Fairy Chimneys, and the chapels and monasteries of Göreme Open Air Museum. The Adventure Begins!

You will be met upon your arrival at Kayseri or Nevsehir airport, and begin exploring the incredible topography of Cappadocia with the help of your expert private guide, beginning with the Devrent Valley. Here you will have your first glance at the amazing rock formations that make the region of Cappadocia famous. These fairy chimneys, as you will discover, were formed from the erosion of the volcanic ash and basalt that covered the zone millions of years ago. Take a walk through this fascinating valley as the rocks themselves seem to come alive. Next, a visit to Pasabagi, or Monk’s Valley, with some of Cappadocia’s most interesting fairy chimneys. Your private guide will share the history of the site, including stories of the hermit St. Simeon, who came to live in seclusion inside one of the tall cones. You will also enjoy a visit to the town of Avanos, famous for its earthenware pottery with red tones made traditionally from local red clay.

After a break for lunch, the day continues with the Göreme Open Air Museum. This UNESCO site is home to an array of cave settlements, some dating back to the age of Roman persecution of the Christians. There is an amazing array of carved chapels and monasteries in the rocks, dating mostly from the tenth to the thirteenth centuries. Your private guide will show you some of the most interesting, including some with a spectacular array of Byzantine frescoes. Before heading back to your hotel, your private guide and driver will take you on a tour of some picture-perfect sights of a landscape that leaves all who see it in awe.

Day Two

Villages, Churches and Underground Cities

Should you wish to float above the incredible landscape, an optional balloon tour can be arranged to start your day. An incredible experience! If not, you will begin your day with a hotel pick up, and once again, you are off to continue your journey with your expert private guide. Next stop, Rose Valley. Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful valleys for hiking in Cappadocia. As the light changes during the day, so do the amazing colors of the landscape. Here, while hiking through the valley, you will also discover some lovely rock-cut churches. Visit the old Greek village of Cavusin. One of the oldest settlements in the region, home to beautiful carved houses and churches, including one which dates back to the fifth century. After a visit and lunch, you and your expert private guide are off to another impressive site of Cappadocia. Ortahisar Castle. This fortress is built on top of a huge fairy chimney. First a Byzantine Fortress, then Ottoman. Some archeologists believe the Byzantine fortress might be built on top of a foundation from the Hittite period.

No visit to Cappadocia would be complete without visiting under the majestic hills of volcanic rock to experience the underground city of Kaymakli (or Ozkonak). These ancient subterranean cities were possibly excavated by the Phrygians, utilized by the Greeks. As Christianity took hold, chapels were added to their caverns. Today, they continue to amaze those who visit with the wonder of the ingenuity of their building, so many centuries ago. As you and your expert private guide make your way to Pigeon Valley, you will visit your last remarkable site. The valley takes its name from the hundreds of cave dwellings carved into the soft volcanic rock that look like “dovecotes”, from a distance.

Two unforgettable days, a lifetime of magical memories.

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Devrent Valley

A natural wonderland of stone shapes formed over millions of years, Devrent Valley is often called the Imagination Valley for its unusual rock formations that resemble animals and human figures.

Rose Valley

Rose Valley is known for its soft pink and red rock formations that shift in color with the light. Hidden churches and winding trails make it a beautiful area for walking and photography.

Avanos

The town of Avanos sits along the Kızılırmak River and is famous for its pottery made from the local red clay. Its workshops continue a tradition of craftsmanship that dates back thousands of years.

Monk’s Valley (Paşabağı)

Monk’s Valley is known for its tall, striking fairy chimneys. Early Christian hermits, including Saint Simeon, once lived in solitude within these formations, leaving behind traces of devotion and simplicity.

Göreme Open Air Museum

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Göreme Open Air Museum contains ancient cave churches and monasteries carved into the cliffs. Its frescoes are among the best-preserved examples of Byzantine art in Cappadocia.

Ortahisar Castle

Rising high above the town, Ortahisar Castle served as a fortress through the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Its natural structure and sweeping views make it one of Cappadocia’s most impressive landmarks.

Underground City

Kaymaklı and Özkonak are among the most fascinating underground cities of Cappadocia. Their tunnels and chambers reveal the ingenuity of early civilizations that sought refuge within the volcanic rock.

Panoramic Pigeon Valley

Pigeon Valley is named for the small cave dwellings carved into the rock for pigeons. The valley’s soft colors and tranquil setting make it one of the most scenic spots in the region.

Old Greek Village of Çavuşin

One of Cappadocia’s oldest settlements, Çavuşin, is known for its rock-carved homes and ancient churches. The village offers a peaceful look at traditional life in the heart of the region.