Cappadocia trip from Antalya for 2 days
Highlights
- ✓Fairy Chimneys: Marvel at the extraordinary rock formations known as fairy chimneys, sculpted by centuries of wind and erosion. These whimsical formations dot the Cappadocian landscape and create a surreal atmosphere.
- ✓Göreme Open-Air Museum: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which features a cluster of rock-cut churches and monasteries adorned with stunning frescoes dating back to the Byzantine era. Highlights include the churches of Karanlık (Dark) Church, Tokalı Church, and Apple Church.
- ✓Hot Air Balloon Rides: Experience the breathtaking beauty of Cappadocia from above with a sunrise hot air balloon ride. Drift over the fairy chimneys, valleys, and rock formations as the sun casts a golden hue over the landscape.
- ✓Underground Cities: Descend into the underground cities of Kaymaklı or Derinkuyu, where ancient civilizations carved out elaborate networks of tunnels, rooms, and chambers. These underground cities provided shelter and protection during times of invasion.
- ✓Pasabag (Monks Valley): Wander through this enchanting valley, where you'll find towering fairy chimneys with multiple caps and unusual shapes. It's a popular spot for photography and exploring the unique geological formations.
- ✓Love Valley: Embark on a scenic hike or horseback ride through Love Valley, named for its phallic-shaped rock formations. The valley offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is a favorite spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
- ✓Avanos Pottery Workshops: Visit the town of Avanos, renowned for its centuries-old tradition of pottery-making. Watch skilled artisans at work as they shape clay on traditional kick wheels and create beautiful ceramics using age-old techniques.
- ✓Ihlara Valley: Discover the natural beauty of Ihlara Valley, a lush canyon dotted with rock-cut churches, ancient frescoes, and a meandering river. Hike along the valley floor and marvel at the tranquility of this hidden gem.
- ✓Sunset Points: End your day by watching the sunset from one of Cappadocia's scenic viewpoints, such as Sunset Point in Göreme or Red Valley. The vibrant hues of the sky against the silhouettes of fairy chimneys create a magical spectacle.
- ✓Traditional Turkish Cuisine: Indulge in the flavors of Turkish cuisine at local restaurants and cafes throughout Cappadocia. Don't miss trying specialties like testi kebab (clay pot kebab), mantı (Turkish dumplings), and gözleme (stuffed flatbread).
Overview
Cappadocia is a captivating region located in central Turkey, renowned for its otherworldly landscapes, rich history, and unique cultural heritage.
Route
Itinerary
(Breakfast & Dinner included )
1 - Antalya We leave very early in the morning from Antalya to Cappadocia. We use comfortable, air conditioned buses to make make the journey more enjoying for you. 7 hours .
2 - Antalya On our way to Cappadocia, we stop for breakfast at the restaurant. Breakfast is included in the price.
3 - Cappadocia Visit the underground city (Seraplı). Cappadocia is famous for its underground cities and we are visiting one of them.
4 - Uchisar Uchisar Castle, known as the largest fairy chimney of Goreme, will be the other stop in the Antalya Cappadocia tour.
5 - Pigeon Valley Pigeon Valley is a lovely valley located near Uchisar town named after the thousands of pigeon houses carved into the soft tufa since ancient times and offers another spectacular panoramic view over Cappadocia together with the spectacular views of the dovecotes.
6 - Avanos Lunch in Avanos city at a local Turkish restaurant
7 - Goreme Love Valley allows you to observe different types of chimneys or other rock formations along the whole valley.
8 - Goreme Visit to the Derwent Valley (Valley of Fantasy) - The valley is also one most popular places to see in Cappadocia that travelers may experience and enjoy the beautiful lunar landscape of Cappadocia, the most surreal landscape of the region.
9 - Goreme Visit to the Valley of the Monks which is one of the most popular fairy chimneys areas of Cappadocia, situated between Avanos and Goreme.
10 - Goreme Visit to the pottery workshop also one of the biggest pottery Exhibition centre in Cappadocia, The art is inherited from our forefathers, 100s of years.
11 - Goreme Arrival at the hotel Dinner at the hotel - We will stay in a cave hotel in Cappadocia - Elpuente Cave Hotel or similar.
1 - Goreme Panoramic stop Uchguzel – Three Beauties (One of the most important symbols of Cappadocia, the Legend of Three Beauties takes its name from the fairy chimney of two adults and a child.)
2 - Goreme Visiting the rock city of Chavushin - Cavusin is a touristic and charming village and one of the oldest settlements of the region situated along the Goreme-Avanos road in Cappadocia.
3 - Goreme Visit to the stone center of Anatolia - We will be informed about local stonemasons and their famous art of work.
4 - Antalya In the afternoon we will start driving to Antalya. 7 hours.
Meals: Breakfast
What's included
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Guide
- ✓Meals
- ✓Transport
- ✓Other included
- ✓Hygiene protocol
Not included
- ✕Flights
- ✕Insurance
- ✕Other not included
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