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Hatıralar! Memories—what remains when they are taken from the lives? The ancient Greeks imposed the worst punishment, “damnatio memoriae,” erasing all traces of memory and existence. But Blue Tour Cappadocia keeps those memories alive.
Cappadocia. At first glance, you may see only stone houses and fairy chimneys, but the history of this land runs much deeper. One of its deepest scars comes from the population exchange of 1923, when voices that had filled these streets for centuries fell silent.
One morning, Greek families who had known no other home locked their doors for the last time. They left behind their villages, homes, vineyards, and the graves of their ancestors. In Turkish, there is a saying: “Gözün arkada kalmasın” — “Don’t worry, don’t look back.” But they did.
Many left with only a few belongings, carrying their house keys with hope of returning one day. But they never did. Those who arrived rebuilt their lives in homes that still carried the memories of another time.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guests will be picked up directly from their hotel at the beginning of the tour and dropped off at the same location after the tour. If guests are staying at one of the partner hotels operated under Adventus Travel Company, the tour will start directly from the hotel. If an airport transfer is required, pick-up and drop-off from Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport can be arranged with an additional fee. Please provide your hotel details upon booking to confirm your exact pick-up time.
Itinerary
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1Mustafapasa
Your first stop is Mustafapaşa, formerly known as Sinasos. Once a thriving Greek settlement until the 1923 population exchange, its stone-paved alleys, ornate stonework, and wooden balconies reflect a time when traders sailed to the Black Sea, bringing wealth that shaped the village’s architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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From Mustafapaşa, you will visit Cemil Church, a lesser-known rock-hewn sanctuary. Its frescoes, though faded, still bear the devotion of those who once gathered here by candlelight.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Keslik Monastery
After a short drive, you will explore Keşlik Monastery, a secluded site tucked into the rugged hills. Unlike more visited monastic sites, Keşlik retains a peaceful solitude. Its churches, Archangelos and Stephanos, feature frescoes in muted reds and ochres, preserving their history. The monastery’s rock-carved water system reflects the resourcefulness of those who once sought refuge here.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Sobesos Ancient City
Next, you will visit Sobesos Ancient City, where the Roman era comes to life. Discovered by chance, Sobesos challenges the idea that this region was solely inhabited by cave dwellers. Its stone-paved streets, bathhouses, and council chambers hint at a once-thriving urban center. Smaller than grand Roman ruins, its floor mosaics show that Rome’s influence reached deep into Anatolia.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Soganli Valley
You will then hike through Soğanlı Valley, where the landscape tells its own story. Rock-hewn churches, carved by monastic communities seeking solitude, line the cliffs. In the shadowed interior of Karabaş Church, delicate frescoes of saints and apostles still watch from soot-darkened walls. Not far away, Yılanlı Church (the “Snake Church”) depicts St. George slaying a dragon-like serpent, rich in spiritual meaning and symbolism.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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