Cappadocia Daily Green Tour with Lunch

Overview

Discover the highlights of Cappadocia on this full-day Green Tour, combining natural wonders, historic sites, and stunning landscapes. Begin at Göreme Panorama for breathtaking views of the region’s iconic fairy chimneys. Explore the remarkable Kaymaklı Underground City, a multi-level refuge carved by early civilizations, then head to Ihlara Canyon, famous for its towering cliffs and ancient rock-cut churches with vivid biblical frescoes. Stop for lunch in Belisirma Village, a peaceful riverside settlement, before visiting Selime Monastery, Cappadocia’s largest rock-cut monastery with otherworldly, Star Wars–style landscapes. Finish the day with scenic stops at Pigeon Valley, known for its cliffside dovecotes, and a local Onyx Workshop to discover traditional stone craftsmanship. What To Expect – Cappadocia Green Tour: This tour is ideal for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and travelers interested in Cappadocia’s geology and early Christian history.

Itinerary

1. Göreme Panorama

   Göreme Panorama is a scenic overlook between the towns of Göreme and Üçhisar in Cappadocia. It sits within the boundaries of Göreme Historical National Park and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage listing for Göreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia.

   · 20 min

2. Kaymakli Underground City

   Explore one of Cappadocia’s most impressive multi-level underground cities, used by ancient civilizations as a place of refuge and daily living. Walk through narrow tunnels, ventilation shafts, food storage areas, stables, and ancient wineries as your guide explains how thousands of people once lived safely underground. This unique architectural masterpiece offers a fascinating insight into early Christian history and Cappadocia’s volcanic landscape

   · 1 h· Admission included

3. Ihlara Valley

   The Ihlara Valley (or Peristrema Valley; Turkish Ihlara Vadisi) is a canyon which is 15 km long and up to 150 m deep in the southwest of the Turkish region of Cappadocia, in the municipality of Güzelyurt, Aksaray Province. The valley contains around 50 rock-hewn churches and numerous rock-cut buildings.

   · 1 h· Admission included

4. Belisirma

   Lunch will be served at a restaurant located within the Ihlara Valley, situated in the picturesque village of Belisırma, right by the Melendiz River. This charming spot offers a unique dining experience surrounded by nature, where you can enjoy delicious local dishes while taking in the serene views of the river and the valley's natural beauty.

   · 1 h

5. Selime Monastery

   Selime Monastery is the largest monastery in Cappadocia, where the first loud ritual was held. The monastery played an important role in the training of the clergy in the region, and their meetings with the region were held here.

   · 40 min· Admission included

6. Pigeon Valley

   Güvercinlik Valley is the valley where ancient caves are located, consisting of a soft layer formed by lava and ashes, starting from Uçhisar and extending to Göreme. It got its name from the dovecotes carved into the soft rocks for the pigeons fed by the people of the region.

   · 30 min

7. Kapadokya Onyx

   Onyx is a natural stone that is widely used as a building material in the world. It is a special type of chalcedony that forms from the mixture of calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, copper, iron oxide and fluorine minerals in underground hot springs. Onyx has different colors and patterns depending on the minerals it contains.

   · 1 h

Pickup

Pickup included.

We can pick you up and drop you back from Göreme center or Avanos, Ürgüp, Uchisar and all locations within a 20 km radius. The tour starts between 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Pick-up times will be confirmed based on your hotel location or chosen meeting point.

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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• This activity can accommodate a maximum of 8 travelers.
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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