Small group tour: Visits Göreme Viewpoint, Derinkuyu Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery, Pigeon Valley.
Embark on a captivating Cappadocia Green Tour, beginning at 09:30 with a pick-up from your hotel. This tour is designed to provide you with an immersive experience, starting with a visit to the breathtaking Göreme panoramic viewpoint, where your guide will introduce you to the fascinating history and geological wonders of Cappadocia.
The adventure continues with a journey to the mysterious Derinkuyu Underground City, one of the highlights of the Green Tour Cappadocia itinerary. Formerly known as Melagobia, this colossal 8-level underground settlement once housed around 20,000 people. As you delve into the depths, your guide will explain how locals sought refuge here, escaping persecution. Derinkuyu is one of the largest excavated underground cities in Turkey, making it a must-see on the Green Tour Kapadokya.
Following this, we head to the awe-inspiring Ihlara Valley. You will descend approximately 400 steps to reach the valley floor, where a scenic 4km riverside hike awaits. Along the way, marvel at the ancient rock-hewn chapels adorned with vivid frescoes, such as the renowned Ağaçaltı Church. Afterward, a delicious lunch is provided at a charming riverside restaurant in Belisirma village.
Our journey continues with a visit to the grand Selime Monastery, the largest rock-cut cathedral in the region. This is a key stop on the Green Tour Kapadokya, where you can admire the architecture and hear stories of how the monastery served as a fortress for both Byzantine and Seljuk armies between the 10th and 12th centuries.
As the day draws to a close, we pause at Pigeon Valley near Uçhisar for a panoramic view of Güvercinlik Valley, famous for its pigeon houses carved into the rock formations. This final stop offers the perfect ending to your Cappadocia Green Tour before we return you to your hotel at approximately 17:00.
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