Cappadocia Green Tour Ihlara Valley Hike and Underground City
Description
This carefully designed Green Tour offers the perfect balance of nature, history, and comfort. Travel in a small group with a professional guide, explore the impressive Derinkuyu Underground City, enjoy a scenic hike through the lush Ihlara Valley, and relax with a traditional lunch by the Melendiz River. With panoramic viewpoints, well-planned stops, and an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day, this tour allows you to experience the highlights of southern Cappadocia in a smooth, enjoyable, and memorable way.
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Itinerary
Our first stop will be Göreme Panorama, offering stunning views over the Göreme Valley and its unique landscape.
Our next stop will be Derinkuyu Underground City, one of the largest and deepest underground cities in Cappadocia. Here, we will explore how ancient civilizations lived underground for centuries and learn why and how this remarkable city was built.
We will take a pleasant 3 km hike through Ihlara Valley, a lush green canyon reaching depths of up to 100 meters in some areas.
After our hike, we will stop in Belisirma Village for lunch at a local riverside restaurant. Here, you will enjoy traditional regional dishes while relaxing by the Melendiz River.
We will stop at Yaprakhisar Panorama to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and Cappadocia’s unique rock formations, making it a perfect spot for photos.
Our tour will conclude at Pigeon Valley, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Uçhisar Castle overlooking the lush valley below. This scenic viewpoint is perfect for memorable photos.
Our final stop will be a local Onyx Stone Workshop in Cappadocia, where you will learn about the region’s precious stones and observe traditional craftsmanship used in onyx stone art.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We usually pick up 35 minutes before the tour start time. We inform our guests about pick-up times in terms of distance or proximity. Regarding pick-up times, please adhere to the given times. Please provide a phone number where we can reach you Please be understanding that there may be delays due to traffic or other guests at the specified times. We strive to provide you with the best service. Your happiness is our happiness. Thank you...
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
