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Off the Beaten Track in Cappadocia and Zelve Open Air Park

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Overview

Avoid the crowds at jam-packed tourist attractions with this off-the-beaten-track tour. Soak in the scenic views at the Ortahisar Panorama viewpoint. Admire the beet-red frescoes at Pancarlik Church. Hike along the peaceful and tranquil Soganli Valley. See the Greek-inspired town of Mustafapasa and pass by the Constantine and Helena Church. Explore the ancient monasteries and learn about the history of the Zelve Open Air Museum. Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees
  • Personal expenses
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Meeting and Pickup

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Free pick-up is available in the areas of Avanos, Goreme, Uchisar, and Urgup. Look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign. Kindly be at your hotel lobby (please ensure your accommodation is within our free pickup areas) at least 10 minutes before the stated pick-up time. Our tour guides will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes for you before proceeding to the next stop.For the small group tour option, if 2 people book together, they will tour with the rest of the people who booked for that day (or timeslot). Thus, exact pickup time depends on participants' respective locations. The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact time. This experience is subject to weather conditions. Some roads may be closed during the winter due to inclement weather.

What To Expect

Ortahisar Panorama

Want to avoid the congested and jam-packed touristy spots but still want to go around Cappadocia to soak in the history and culture? We’ve got the perfect trip for you! This off-the-beaten-track tour in Cappadocia features less crowded areas that are just as beautiful.We’ll start the day with some gorgeous views at the scenic Ortahisar Panorama. This viewpoint, just a short walk from Ortahisar Castle, has stunning 360-degree views that stretch all the way to Uchisar and Goreme.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pancarlık Church

Up next, we’ll head to Pancarlik Church. One of the longest-used church spaces in the world, it is said to have been used as a place of worship for almost 1,400 years! We’ll explore this monastic church housed in a group of cone-shaped rocks and admire the beet-red frescoes before making our way to Soganli Valley.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Soganli Valley

We’ll hike along this peaceful and tranquil valley, discovering the ancient courtyard monasteries, cave churches, and numerous dovecotes. After exploring the area, we’ll stop for lunch before heading to Mustafapasa.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mustafapasa

This quaint and charming town has a heavy Greek influence, which can be seen in the village’s churches, mosques, and stone houses with carved and ornamented facades. We’ll pass by the Constantine and Helena Church, a once-prominent building during the Ottoman period.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zelve Open Air Museum

Our last stop of the day is the Zelve Open Air Museum, which is one of the earliest-settled and last abandoned monastic valleys in Cappadocia. We’ll marvel at the ancient monasteries that were carved into the rock and learn about the history of the civilization that once lived in the area.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Off the Beaten Track in Cappadocia and Zelve Open Air Park?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Off the Beaten Track in Cappadocia and Zelve Open Air Park?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Lunch.
  • Bottled water.
  • Entrance fees.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • English-speaking tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Personal expenses.
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Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Off the Beaten Track in Cappadocia and Zelve Open Air Park is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Off the Beaten Track in Cappadocia and Zelve Open Air Park will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Personal expenses

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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