Red Tour: Discover the Highlights of Cappadocia with a Local Guide in Turkey

Duration

6 hours

Languages

English, Turkish

Guests

1-15

Join the Red Tour. Would you like to discover the unique beauty of Cappadocia with a local guide? Beautiful and historical places that host different and fascinating textures are waiting for you within the scope of the tour.

Highlights:

Visit Uchisar Castle and see Cappadocia from a bird's-eye view
Discover Pasabag Valley, the home to epic fairy chimneys and numerous cave houses
Explore a giant rock resembling a camel in Devrent Valley
Learn about Avanos pottery, one of the most visited places in Cappadocia

Includes:

Hotel pick-up and drop off (Goreme area)
Transportation by a/c vehicle
Driver-guide
Lunch
Museum Entrance Fee

Not included:

Drinks
Tips
Personal expenses

Please note: payment on spot.

Uchisar Castle: Cappadocia Red Tour program in Uchisar Castle, located 5 km from the center of Cappadocia, is the largest and most beautiful point of the castle with its fairy chimneys. The top of the castle is the only place where you can see Cappadocia from a bird's-eye view. The whole of Cappadocia is beneath your feet. Uchisar Castle is approximately 4.9 km away from Goreme. The best time to visit is when there is a breathtaking sunset view.

Zelve Museum: Zelve Open-Air Museum is known as the longest continuously inhabited settlement in the Cappadocia region. It is also the oldest settlement in the region. It is located about 2 km east of the Goreme district. It is considered the most important museum in Cappadocia. Christianity first began to spread here. There are many monasteries, churches, and dwellings. It is especially notable for its cave houses.

Pasabag Valley: Pasabag Valley is the most characteristic area of the Cappadocia region. Due to the erosion caused by factors such as rain and wind, the tuff formations in this valley have a mushroom-like appearance. İn the Red Tour Cappadocia Pasabag Valley, which attracts attention with its popularity, is home to epic fairy chimneys and numerous cave houses. The best way to explore the valley is to take a tour on the trails and explore all the dwellings.

Devrent Valley: Devrent Valley is located on the road between Avanos and Urgup. İn the Red Tour Cappadocia one of the first sights that greets you is a giant rock resembling a camel. Depending on your imagination, you can see rock formations that resemble animal figures. You can also see churches and Roman cemeteries. The name Devrent Valley means "hole" and "cliff," but contrary to its meaning, the valley is completely surrounded by fascinating formations.

Avanos Pottery: Avanos is among the most visited places in Cappadocia and this program is the most interesting tour in Turkey. The wooden bridge is considered the symbol of Avanos. Avanos pottery is one of the most visited places in Cappadocia. Pottery-making may seem easy, but it requires skill and patience. It is known that in the past, there were hundreds of masters in this village involved in pottery and ceramics production. It is accepted that pottery making in this region started around 200 BC during the Hittite period. Another beauty that should be seen in Cappadocia is the Red River (Kızılırmak). It offers a wonderful atmosphere for you to spend quality time with its peaceful flow during your Cappadocia Red Tour.

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