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Explore Green Tour Underground City and Ihlara Valley

Location Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey, Europe
$51.28
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Overview

The Green Tour in Cappadocia showcases the region's stunning landscapes and rich history. This 8-hour adventure covers iconic landmarks, local craftsmanship, and breathtaking views, making it an essential experience.

  • 🏞️ Göreme Panorama: One of Cappadocia's top viewpoints, offering incredible sights of the fairy chimneys and Uçhisar Castle, especially beautiful at sunrise and sunset.
  • 🐦 Pigeon Valley: A picturesque spot named for its pigeon nests, featuring fairy chimneys and Uçhisar Castle, perfect for hiking, photography, and enjoying local cafés.
  • 🌊 Narlıgöl Crater Lake: This stunning lake formed by an extinct volcano showcases beautiful turquoise waters and panoramic views, ideal for nature lovers and photographers.
  • 🏞️ Ihlara Valley: Admire the 14-kilometer-long valley from high points, where you can see rock-carved churches and vibrant autumn colors.
  • 🍽️ Belisırma Village: Enjoy local delicacies at panoramic restaurants along the Melendiz River, known for dishes like testi kebab and gözleme, all in a tranquil setting.
  • 🌌 Yaprakhisar Koyu: Known as "Star Wars Valley," this viewpoint offers dramatic landscapes, ancient caves, and stunning rock formations, perfect for photography.
  • 🏰 Derinkuyu Underground City: Explore this ancient subterranean city, reaching 85 meters deep with living quarters and churches, showcasing remarkable historical engineering.
  • 🚐 Hotel Pickup Included: Hassle-free transportation from your hotel enhances your experience, ensuring you can focus on the adventure ahead.
  • 🗣️ English-Speaking Guide: Benefit from a knowledgeable guide throughout the tour, providing insights into Cappadocia's rich history and culture.
  • 🎟️ Entrance Fees at Extra Cost: Museum entrance tickets are not included, but assistance will be provided to help you purchase them during the tour.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Excluded Entrance Fee
Museum entrance tickets are not included in the tour. Guests will purchase their own tickets with the assistance of our guide
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Professional Tourist Guide
  • The Museums Entrance Fee
  • Transfers from / to Hotels
  • Lunch in Panoramic Restaurant
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Soda/Pop
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

  • Goreme Panorama
    Göreme Panaroma is one of the most popular vantage points in Cappadocia, offering one of the most impressive views. Located just outside the town of Göreme, Nevşehir, it offers a bird's-eye view of the valley's captivating fairy chimneys. From here, you have a clear view of Göreme Valley, Uçhisar Castle, and the surrounding rock formations. Especially at sunrise and sunset, with hot air balloons, the view resembles a painting. It's an ideal spot for photographers, nature enthusiasts, and couples seeking a romantic getaway.
  • Pigeon Valley
    Pigeon Valley Panaroma is a stunning viewpoint located in the Uçhisar region of Cappadocia, showcasing the region's natural beauty at its best. Named after the pigeon nests carved into the rocks, the valley stands out for its history and natural beauty. From the panoramic viewpoint, you can clearly see the fairy chimneys, vineyards, and pigeon nests that line the valley. The imposing view of Uçhisar Castle adds depth to the landscape. At sunset, the valley takes on a hue of red and gold, creating a unique setting for photographers. It's a peaceful and impressive stop for those who want to hike, take photos, or simply enjoy the scenery. It's also home to small cafes and souvenir stands.
  • Located on the Aksaray-Niğde border of Cappadocia, Narlıgöl is one of the region's hidden natural wonders. A crater lake formed by an extinct volcanic mountain, Narlıgöl offers stunning panoramic views from surrounding vantage points. Thanks to its crater structure, the lake is almost perfectly circular, offering a stunning view from above. The lake's surroundings are also known for their thermal properties, thanks to its mineral springs. Panoramic vantage points are located at locations where the lake can be viewed from a height; these areas are often favored by campers, photographers, and nature lovers. Color Change: The lake sometimes takes on shades of green, blue, or turquoise due to the effects of the minerals. It offers a quiet and tranquil setting, ideal for those seeking tranquility away from the crowded tourist attractions. The Narlıgöl Panorama, unlike the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, reveals its volcanic past and natural thermal beauty.
  • Ihlara Valley
    The Ihlara Valley Panoramic Point offers a panoramic viewpoint, intertwined with nature and history, from where you can admire the Ihlara Valley, one of Cappadocia's most impressive natural sites, from above. It's typically located on high points at the valley entrance or around Ihlara Village, Belisırma, and Selime Monastery. Valley View: From the panoramic point, the steep cliffs of the 14-kilometer-long Ihlara Valley, the verdant winds of the Melendiz River, and the churches carved into the valley appear like a painting. Natural Beauty: Especially in spring and autumn, the trees along the valley are bathed in shades of green, yellow, and red, creating a magnificent gradation of colors. Historical Depth: The valley boasts approximately 100 rock-carved churches and settlements. This panoramic point offers a general view of these historical structures.
  • Belisirma
    Belisırma, a village located in Cappadocia's Ihlara Valley, is renowned for its natural beauty and historical heritage. Panoramic restaurants nestled along the valley's edge offer regional delicacies with stunning views of the Melendiz River. These restaurants typically serve Cappadocian specialties such as testi kebab, sağı kavurma (a type of roasted lamb), tandoori, and gözleme (a type of flatbread). Enjoy a quiet, peaceful atmosphere while enjoying the tranquility of nature. Dining with a view, especially at sunset, offers an unforgettable experience.
  • Yaprakhisar Koyu
    Yaprakhisar Panoramic Point, located within the Aksaray district of Cappadocia, near the Ihlara Valley, offers one of the region's most impressive natural and historical views. Scenic Features: From Yaprakhisar, deep valleys, the Melendiz River, ancient settlements carved into the rocks, and steep slopes are visible. The caves and ancient structures nestled within the cliffs are particularly striking. "Star Wars Valley": The region is sometimes referred to as "Star Wars Valley" due to its intriguing rock formations. Indeed, the landscape resembles a science fiction film set. Historical Richness: Numerous rock-carved churches and settlements are located in the surrounding area. These historical structures are clearly visible from the panoramic point. Ideal for Photography and Nature Enthusiasts: It's one of the few places where you can capture both the valley and the rock formations in the same frame with a wide angle.
  • Derinkuyu YeraltI Sehri
    Derinkuyu Underground City, located in the Derinkuyu district of Nevşehir, is one of the largest underground cities in Cappadocia. Approximately 85 meters deep, this structure was designed to accommodate thousands of people. Built for defense in ancient times, it houses living quarters, food depots, water wells, churches, and ventilation shafts. The city, eight of which can be visited, extends to a total of 12 stories. It was used as a shelter for people fleeing attacks, particularly during the Byzantine period. This subterranean engineering marvel is one of Cappadocia's most mysterious and impressive historical structures.
  • Selime Monastery
    Welcome everyone to Selime Monastery, one of the most impressive sites in Cappadocia. Before we start climbing, please be careful because the steps are steep and uneven. Wear comfortable shoes and take your time. This monastery was carved into the soft volcanic rock during the Byzantine period, mainly between the 8th and 11th centuries. It was one of the largest religious centers in the region and served as a home for monks, a place of worship, and a center for education. As we walk through the complex, you'll see that this wasn't just a church. It was actually a small self-contained community. There were churches, monks' living quarters, kitchens, storage rooms, stables for animals, and even areas where food and wine were prepared. Everything was carved by hand from the rock, which makes this place even more remarkable.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Explore Green Tour Underground City and Ihlara Valley

    Location Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey, Europe
    $51.28
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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