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Cappadocia Tours

A 2-day private guided tour of Cappadocia — underground cities, fairy chimney valleys, Byzantine cave churches, and a cave hotel stay. Optional sunrise hot air balloon. Maximum 8 people.

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Price from: $490 per person
Availability: All Year
Route: Cappadocia → Cappadocia
Max group size: 8 people

Tour Highlights

  • Goreme Open Air Museum — UNESCO-listed Byzantine cave churches with preserved frescoes
  • Underground cities (Derinkuyu or Ozkonak) — descend up to 85 metres below ground
  • Fairy chimney valleys — Zelve, Pasabag (Monks Valley), Love Valley, and Magic Valley
  • Cave hotel stay in Cappadocia — rooms carved into natural volcanic rock
  • Uchisar and Ortahisar rock citadels — panoramic views across the valleys
  • Avanos pottery workshop — watch traditional red clay ceramics made by the Red River
  • Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the valleys
  • Private guide and vehicle, maximum 8 people — your pace throughout

Cappadocia's landscape was created by the eruption of three volcanoes between 10 and 60 million years ago. Ash and lava hardened into soft tuff formations that were carved out over centuries — first by early Christian communities building underground cities and cave churches, then by Byzantine monks who decorated them with frescoes that survive to this day. These two days cover the core of that story with a local specialist guide and a group small enough to ask questions at every stop.

Day one focuses on the underground cities carved up to ten storeys deep and the rock formations at Uçhisar and Ortahisar. Day two follows the Göreme Open Air Museum's cave churches dating to the 10th century and the pottery workshops of Avanos, where artisans still use the red clay of the Kızılırmak River as their predecessors have done for 4,000 years. Cave hotel stay and all entrance fees included.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 Cappadocia
  • Visit Goreme Open Air Museum, including Tokali, Elmali, and St. Barbara cave churches.
  • Continue to Derinkuyu, Ozkonak, or Kaymakli underground city where early Christians took refuge and produced wine.
  • Walk in the Magic Valley, the Zelve Open Air Museum, and Monks Valley (Pasabag), then enjoy strolls in Uchisar, Ortahisar, and Cavusin villages.
  • Experience real Cappadocian and Turkish cuisine and overnight in a cave hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 2 Cappadocia
  • Delve deeper into Cappadocia's natural and spiritual heritage with less-traveled rock-carved monasteries and cave dwellings.
  • Explore Zelve Valley and Pasabag (Monks Valley), then visit the iconic Goreme Open Air Museum with its preserved cave churches and Byzantine frescoes.
  • Discover Avanos and watch how Cappadocia's red clay is transformed into ceramic art during a live pottery demonstration.
  • Optional experience: soar above the landscape at sunrise on a hot air balloon ride. Total travel distance: 10 km. Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Optional Activities

Activity Price Duration
Hot Air Balloon Ride over Cappadocia Price varies by season and operator. Book through us for the best experience. 180 – 280 EUR 1 hour
Whirling Dervish Ceremony $50 USD 1.5 hours
Horse Riding in the Valleys From $60 USD 1–2 hours

Departure Dates

This tour departs weekly throughout the year. Contact us with your preferred dates and we will confirm availability within 24 hours.

Available weekly
Spring: March – May
Summer: June – August
Autumn: September – November
Winter: December – February

What's Included

  • 1 night accommodation in a cave hotel
  • 1 breakfast, 1 dinner
  • Fast track museum pass to all sites in Turkey
  • Private licensed tour guide
  • All entrance fees
  • All transportation in latest model private tour van
Price Excludes
  • — Beverages with meals
  • — Gratuities for guide and driver
  • — Hot air balloon in Cappadocia
  • — Any private expenses

Cancellation Policy

60+
Days before
Full Refund
100% returned
30–60
Days before
50% Refund
Half returned
0–30
Days before
Credit Only
No cash refund

We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation and curtailment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of year to visit Cappadocia?
April–June and September–October are ideal — comfortable temperatures, full balloon operations, and the landscape at its most colourful. July and August are hot but busy. December–February brings snow, which makes the fairy chimneys particularly dramatic, and balloon flights still operate on clear days. Cappadocia is worth visiting in any season.
Is the hot air balloon included in the price?
The hot air balloon is an optional extra, not included in the base tour price. It costs approximately 180–280 EUR per person depending on the season and operator. We strongly recommend it — the sunrise flight over the valleys is one of the most memorable experiences in Turkey. We arrange it directly through trusted operators.
Where do we stay in Cappadocia?
Your accommodation is in a cave hotel in Cappadocia — rooms carved into the natural volcanic tuff rock that defines the region. The MDC Cave Hotel preserves natural rock walls and arched ceilings while offering modern comfort. Waking up inside the rock and stepping out to watch hot air balloons drift across the valley at sunrise is a Cappadocia highlight in itself.
Can this tour be extended?
Yes. The 2-day Cappadocia tour can be extended to connect with the 7-day Gobekli Tepe Tour from Cappadocia, adding Mount Nemrut, Gaziantep, and the world's oldest temples. It can also be combined with an Istanbul arrival for the 6-day Istanbul and Cappadocia package. Contact us and we'll build the right combination.
What is the group size?
Maximum 8 people. The tour can run for just 2 people as a fully private experience. Small groups move faster through sites and allow your guide to give individual attention at each stop.
How much walking is involved?
Moderate. The Open Air Museum, the underground cities, and the valleys involve 2–3 hours of walking total, on a mix of flat paths and some uneven rock surfaces. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The pace is relaxed — we never rush a site.
What happens if I need to cancel?
Full refund if you cancel 60 or more days before departure. 50% refund if you cancel 30–60 days before. Credit only for cancellations under 30 days. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation.

What Our Travellers Say

"One highlight was the unusual landscape of Cappadocia and the early morning balloon ride over its unique formations."

— Timothy Alan H

"Our guide was brilliant. His knowledge of each site, places to eat, places to stay, and the pacing of the trip made the whole experience feel effortless."

— Susan R

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Price
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