Cappadocia Red Tour: Fairy Chimneys & Cave Villages

5.0
(20 reviews)
Goreme, Turkey

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

There is a version of Cappadocia that most visitors only see in photographs. On the Red Tour, you walk straight into it.

This full-day small-group experience follows North Cappadocia's most celebrated route, covering six iconic landmarks with a professional expert guide, hotel pickup, open-buffet lunch and all entrance fees included. Maximum 10 guests.

From the volcanic towers of Pasabagi to the frescoed cave churches of Zelve, from the hand-thrown pottery of Avanos to the panoramic heights of Uchisar Castle, every stop has been chosen to give you the widest possible experience of this extraordinary landscape in a single day.

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Walk among Cappadocia's most iconic mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys at Pasabagi
- Try the pottery wheel at a 4,000-year-old craft workshop in Avanos
- See the surreal rock formations of Devrent and Love Valley
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from anywhere in Cappadocia included
- Small group of maximum 14 travelers for a personal experience

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Open-buffet lunch with local Anatolian cuisine in Avanos
Professional English-speaking guide (also French, Spanish, Russian)
All entrance fees Zelve open air museum, Paşabağ Valley
Hotel pickup and drop-off from anywhere in Cappadocia
Personal expenses during the tour
Tips
Drinks taken during lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our professional tour guides will come to pick you up from your hotel before the tour and drop you back to your hotel at the end of the tour. Depending on the location of your hotel, you will be informed about the exact pick-up time one day before the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Devrent Valley

    Explore a surreal landscape shaped by nature. See rock formations resembling camels and elephants during a 20 minute photo break.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Pasabag

    Famous for its iconic multi-headed fairy chimneys. A mystical setting where geology meets spirituality. (45 minute walking break).

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Zelve Open Air Museum

    A hauntingly beautiful maze of abandoned cave churches and homes. We explore this historic rock carved village for about an hour.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Visit a local workshop to watch artisans work with Red River clay. You might even get a chance to try the pottery wheel yourself!

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Enjoy an open buffet featuring regional dishes, mezes, and desserts. (Lunch included, drinks extra).

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Sentez Avanos Hali - Rug Workshop & Store

    Witness the journey of silk from cocoon to masterpiece. Learn about the traditional art of Turkish carpet weaving from local artisans.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Love Valley

    A peaceful valley known for its dramatic, towering rock formations. Perfect for a 30 minute reflection and photography stop

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Uchisar Castle

    Our final stop is Cappadocia’s highest point. Soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of the entire region from the base of the fortress.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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