Explore the southern region of Cappadocia on this small-group tour from Goreme. Visit the Derinkuyu Underground City; stroll beside the river through the Ihlara Valley; visit Selime Monastery, an enormous rock-cut monastery; take in views of Pigeon Valley and Göreme; and tour an onyx stone factory. A Turkish lunch and all museum entrance tickets are included.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entry/Admission - Selime Monastery
All Fees and Taxes
Entry/Admission - Ihlara Valley
Museum Tickets
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission - Derinkuyu Underground City
Drinks and Special Shoppings
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the southern region of Cappadocia on this small-group tour from Goreme. Visit the Derinkuyu Underground City; stroll beside the river through the Ihlara Valley; visit Selime Monastery, an enormous rock-cut monastery; take in views of Pigeon Valley and Göreme; and tour an onyx stone factory. A Turkish lunch and all museum entrance tickets are included.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entry/Admission - Selime Monastery
All Fees and Taxes
Entry/Admission - Ihlara Valley
Museum Tickets
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission - Derinkuyu Underground City
Drinks and Special Shoppings
Itinerary
1
Goreme Panorama
First stop is Göreme Panorama viewpoint where you will be astounded by one of the best views in the region. The guide will explain just how this amazing landscape came into existence.
30 minutes
2
Derinkuyu Underground City
Derinkuyu Underground City is the biggest and deepest underground settlement, dating back to 7th-8th centuries. Walk down 8 levels which are each interconnected by narrow tunnels and stone-carved stairways. See the winery, church, kitchens, food storage areas and animal stalls while your guide gives you an insight into their daily life.
1 hour
3
Ihlara Valley
take an easy 4km walk (approx. 1 hour) along the river through the deep Ihlara Valley canyon, scattered with cave churches carved by early Christian monks.
Enjoy a Turkish kebab-style lunch at a riverside restaurant in Ihlara Valley.
2 hours
4
Selime Monastery
Selime Cathedral is the biggest rock-carved monastery in the region and was once home to Hittite, Roman, Byzantine, Selcuk and Ottoman civilizations.
1 hour
5
Pigeon Valley
A final stop at a stunning viewpoint in Uçhisar overlooking the infamous Pigeon Valley and see the pigeon houses carved from the stone by ancient inhabitants.
After that you can able to visit popular onyx stone factory