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CAPPADOCIA - LAND OF THE FAIRY CHIMNEYS

CAPPADOCIA - LAND OF THE FAIRY CHIMNESY 

Cappadocia, with its fairy-tale rock formations and ancient cave cities, is waiting to be discovered by you. On this week-long hiking trip, you will explore hidden treasures and the rich history of this region.

Hike through bizarre rock pinnacles and fairy chimneys, past rock-cut churches and ancient dwellings. Your journey will lead you through green valleys, over gentle hills, and to historical sites. The clear views and the beauty of Cappadocia will leave you with unforgettable moments.

Experience not only spectacular natural beauty but also cultural highlights. Visit traditional villages, enjoy the hospitality of the locals, and discover culinary delights.

TOUR ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Arrival

Flight from Germany to Kayseri and transfer to our hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.5 overnight stays in Göreme.

Day 2: Göreme and the Zemi Valley

After a leisurely breakfast, we will first stroll through the alleys of Göreme. The houses, most of which were built centuries ago, have long since been stylishly converted into hotels and guesthouses. After leaving the alleys of Göreme, we will walk a few kilometers on a field path with a view of Uchisar Castle before descending into the Zemi Valley. This path leads us via Görkündere back to Göreme. The landscape will fascinate us. 13 km Ascent: 270 m Descent: 270 m

Day 3: Göreme Open Air Museum and the amazing tuff formations at Rose Valley

In the early morning, we have the optional opportunity to experience the bizarre rock landscape of Cappadocia from a unique perspective with a balloon ride - a must for every visitor to Cappadocia. After breakfast, we will walk from our hotel to the Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO World Heritage Site), where the frescoes of the churches are unique. After the visit, we will walk through the Meskendir Valley and over the Red Gorge to Üzümlü Church. At Ibrahim's open-air restaurant right next to Üzümlü Church, we can enjoy a delicious lunch and freshly squeezed orange juice. After the lunch break, we will hike with spectacular views over the Rose Valley back to Göreme. 14 km Ascent: 510 m Descent: 450 m

Day 4: Baglidere (White Valley), Uchisar Castle, Güvercinlik (Pigeon Valley)

Most of the path through Baglidere is a trail. The reason why the valley is also called Love Valley becomes clear when you stand before the first group of fairy chimneys. After Baglidere (White Valley), we will hike up to Uchisar Castle, the highest point in this region. We will climb the steps to the top, where the panoramic view is unique. From up here, we have a view of almost all the hiking stages in the region and, in good weather, even as far as Mount Erciyes, the highest mountain in the area. Then we will hike through Uchisar and down to Pigeon Valley, and through Pigeon Valley back to Göreme. 13.1 km Ascent: 430 m Descent: 380 m

Day 5: Paşabag, Cavusin, Hacli Church, Göreme

We will have a short transfer from the hotel to Paşabag, where the most peculiar fairy chimneys are located. After a round through the bizarre tuff cones, we will hike on a trail to Cavusin Castle, where we will visit the Church of St. John the Baptist. Today, we will hike on the higher path parallel to Boztepe Hill with spectacular views of the Rose Valley and other valleys. On the descent to Göreme, we can visit "The Church with the Cross" and enjoy freshly squeezed orange juice there. 12.5 km Ascent: 480 m Descent: 400 m

Iconas in Kappadokien
Feenkamine in Kappadokien

Day 6: Ortahisar and Gomeda Valley

Today we say goodbye to Göreme and have a short transfer to Ortahisar. Our hike starts near the small tuff castle of Ortahisar. Ortahisar is the second highest elevation in the region after Uchisar, both are riddled with rooms and chambers like Swiss cheese. Today's hike takes us along field paths and trails through the Gomeda Valley, known for its multi-story dovecotes, to our hotel in Mustafapasa, formerly known as Sinasos in Greek times. 2 overnight stays in a cave hotel in Mustafapaşa (Sinasos).

12.5 km Ascent: 330 m Descent: 320 m

Day 7: From the village of Cemil via Golgoli to Mustafapasa (Sinasos)

After breakfast in the cave restaurant of our hotel, we will be briefly driven to the village of Cemil. We will hike along a trail to the old settlement of Golgoli, where in Christian times, the population of Mustafapasa, “Sinasos,” celebrated the birth of the Virgin Mary and Easter. You can visit the abandoned cave dwellings there. The connecting tunnel to Gomeda Valley is partially collapsed and cannot be traversed, but there are still some tunnels and underground dwellings to discover. A field path leads us down to the village of Mustafapasa directly to our hotel.

12 km Ascent: 350 m Descent: 460 m

Day 8: Departure

Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Kayseri Airport, and departure, or continuation program.

OUR SERVICES

  • Flight to Dalaman and return in the economy class

  • All land transfers in Turkey

  • 12 nights accommodation in a double room with shower/WC, 2 nights in double cabin with shower/WC on Gulet

  • 12 x Half board, 2 x full board on the Gulet (beverages not included)

  • Itinerary like above

  • Entrance fee in Xanthos

  • English speaking local guide of our company

  • Luggage transportation from accommodation to accommodation

NOT INCLUDED

  • Additional meals and beverages

  • Tips

  • Insurance

TOUR DATES 2025

This tour can only be booked by private groups and from our partner company Wikinger Reisen. The price is determined based on the number of participants in the group and can be requested for any desired date.

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