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Deluxe & Private Basis - Cappadocia's Essentials - in one day

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

If you have just one day in Cappadocia and you want to see the ''must visit'' sites of the region this is a perfectly designed introductory tour that hits the highlights.

Travel in your own private party. It is a daily but totally private tour from beginning to end; just you, your companion(s).

Enjoy the private touring with one of our hand-picked State-Licensed expert local guide with their own unique firsthand perspective in their region of expertise.

All your entrance fees (Goreme Open Air Museum + Dark Church + Pasabaglari) and local taxes are included.

Transportations in between sites including hotel pick-up and drop off with private chauffeur driven brand new Luxury Mercedes Benz-Vito (up to 3 person ) or Mercedes Benz-Sprinter (from 4 up to 9 person)

Lunch at Cappadocia’s famous authentic cave restaurants. Enjoy the region’s local delicacy-Pottery Kebab

Above all ; Value for Money ! We don't claim to be the cheapest, but we do believe we offer very good value .

What's Included

  • Private chauffeur driven , new luxury Mercedes-Benz vans/ 1-2 pax MB Vito, 3-9 pax MB Sprinter
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Admission fee of Goreme Open Air Museum , Pasabag and Dark Church (Karanlık Kilise) Uchisar Castle
  • All beverages at lunch
  • Gratuities to guide and driver (not compulsory but recommended)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We pick you up from your hotels at the beginning of the tour and drop you off to the same hotel at the end of the day. If requested we are able to pick you up from the Kayseri (ASR) or Nevsehir Airport (NAV) but we charge 50 USD extra for private basis one way transfer.

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Opening Hours • Daily | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

What To Expect

Goreme Panorama

Esentepe Valley's panoramic view point offering outstanding view of a spectacular lunar-landscape . See the patchwork of valleys below, rock formations, and cave houses. It’s able to see Mount Erciyes in distance – the volcano that created this striking landscape three million years ago.Note: The rest of the time will be spent for transport to get from one place to the other.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Goreme

An original untouched local cave house , we will unveil a hidden cave dwelling’s door to see how an untouched cave house’s interior looks like and your guide inform you about how Turkish-Cappadocians were living in such unique houses from 1920’s to 1990’s. Not only the Turks ; People in Cappadocia have been living in caves for literally centuries, they dig out by hand from the earth. The unique texture of the volcanic cave houses in this region has inspired many architects. The stone nature of the cave houses provides that they stay cool in the summers and warm in the winter, making it ideal. Over the years, the vaulted ceilings and windowless cubbies have been renovated and transformed into some of the most luxurious hospitality venues of the Cappadocia and world.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pasabag

A must visit geological wonder. That is the base for the stunning volcanic formations . Nature's erosion process in fascinating display ! Millions of years of wind and water erosion have sculpted soft rock into forests of mushroom-shaped peaks, dubbed "fairy chimneys." the towering rock formations which are now the symbol of Cappadocia.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Devrent Valley

Afterwards short drive to Devrent Valley, also known as “Imagination Valley” It is one of the few places you can immerse yourself into Cappadocia’s most surreal-looking lunar landscape where you will witness mother nature’s sculpting artistry. We will walk through this fascinating valley to see naturally shaped unique rock formations that resembling human , animal and other various figures. . Some of the most famous, or the easiest to distinguish, animal shapes are the camel, snake, seals, and dolphin . Let your imagination run wild to find many more !
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Avanos

Than proceed to Avanos town . This small town sits next to the Turkey’s longest river, Kizilirmak (Red River).We’ll Explore today’s fascinating culture. The art, creativity and endeavor of it’s men and women manifest in its pottery and rug weavings. Avanos is very well known with it’s red earthenware pottery that was first discovered by the Hittites during the Bronze Age. Since 2000 BC potters in the town has been obtaining red pottery clay from the river and with their marvellous touches clay turning into piece of arts on to primitive kickwheels. We will see a pottery studio set in a cave complex that also offers pottery-making demonstrations, and the chance to spin a bowl yourself.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Avanos

Lunch in a stylish authentic cave restaurant.Amongst the main course varieties pottery kebap is highly recommended. It is an Anatolian speciality prepared in a clay pot or jug. It’s usually made with beef or chicken with vegetables like tomatoes, eggplants , onions, garlic, and potatoes. Traditionally cooked in a tandoor or clay oven, the pot is sealed with bread dough and left to simmer in its own juices for hours. When ready, the blazing hot jug is brought out and cracked in front of you, releasing the aroma of its still gurgling contents whilst treating the diners to a little tableside theater. It’s a tasty spectacle a must-try for anyone visiting Cappadocia.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Göreme Open Air Museum

After lunch drive to Goreme Open Air Museum.The crown jewel of Cappadocia’s historical sites. Between the 2nd and 11th centuries AD, Goreme Valley was a hub of Christian activity. We’ll discover the fresco-adorned rock-cut churches with dazzling wall decorations .Museum is listed as one of the ‘’World Heritage Site’’ of UNESCO. Frescoes of the chapels here certainly one of the greatest venues of medieval art in the world, During our visit we’ll see Dark Church (Karanlik Kilise ) as well (Extra admission fee of the church is included) .
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Karanlik Kilise

Dark Church (Karanlik Kilise ) as well. The Karanlik Kilise wall-paintings (frescoes) were the best preserved in the entire region.They were also among the most prominent and brilliant examples of their period. (Extra admission fee of the church is included)
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Uchisar Castle

At the end of the day we’ll see the tallest (60 meters / 200 feet ) and largest stunning volcanic formation named as Uchisar Castle within the boundaries of Uchisar town which is geographically the highest point of entire region .Due to it’s strategical position looking over the surrounding area with views for miles, residents could see any enemy armies that might be approaching. In history that’s the reason why all ancient civilazations who lived in Cappadocia used here as their military base, observation and defense point. From here you’ll have the most breathtaking, panoramic views of the nearby towns, valleys and magical fairy chimneys.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Deluxe & Private Basis – Cappadocia’s Essentials – in one day?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Private chauffeur driven , new luxury Mercedes-Benz vans/ 1-2 pax MB Vito, 3-9 pax MB Sprinter
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Admission fee of Goreme Open Air Museum , Pasabag and Dark Church (Karanlık Kilise) Uchisar Castle
  • Lunch in a traditional and authentic local cave restaurants.
  • Bottled water provided thoughout the tour.
  • Personalized private touring with state-licensed expert local guides.
  • All beverages at lunch
  • Gratuities to guide and driver (not compulsory but recommended)

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Cancellation Policy

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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