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Göreme, Turkey Family-friendly activities

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Cappadocia: Sunset or Sunrise Camel Ride

1. Cappadocia: Sunset or Sunrise Camel Ride

Cappadocia is the point of the Silk Road, used for thousands of years, joining the east and the west. Caravansaries located in all parts of Cappadocia are historical structures that tell about the intensity of trade. The most popular helpers of caravans are camels. The camel is a calm animal resistant to hot and cold weather and suitable for carrying heavy loads. These animals, which once served cultures and civilizations, now serve for tourism. We offer our guests a safe and authentic travel in a unique view of Cappadocia. You can be a piece of history with the possibilities of ancient times. You can join sunrise and sunset private tours with us, and you can also participate in camel safaris at different times during the day. We will pick you up from your hotel in these locations; Göreme, Uchisar, Ortahisar, Urgup, Avanos, Çavuşin and İbrahimpaşa and head to pigeon valley viewpoint to start riding. You will amaze by the view of pigeon valley and ride to an outstanding spot of view for Uchisar Castle, We will have photo break here and enjoy the mesmerizing sun going down from the back of magnificent Uchisar Castle.

Goreme: Cappadocia Jeep Safari

2. Goreme: Cappadocia Jeep Safari

Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik Vadisi in Turkish) is where certain cave dwellings have been painted white to attract the birds for their valuable droppings. The fairy chimneys to the west, east and north of Uçhisar were hollowed out and used as graves during the Roman period. Babayan is its old name, now it is called Ibrahimpasa. It does not have strange rock formations but it has beautiful stone houses. Ortahisar is famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses, narrow streets and lovely churches as well as the castle-like rock formation after which the town is named. Today, it has been restored and the peak is accessible by a staircase. The Ortahisar Castle offers a magnificent panorama over the fairy chimneys of Hallacdere and the snowy peak of Mount Erciyes. The Stirrup Valley, situated between Ortahisar and Urgup, is an interesting valley which is full of both natural and historical beauties.  In Stirrup Stream, parallel to the valley, there are three springs from which natural mineral water emerges. These springs are said to benefit the recovery of digestion disorders and kidney diseases. Mutafa Pasa Village is a former Greek town which was inhabited by "Rums" (Greeks) until 1924 known as Sinasos by its Ottoman Greek residents, it is still called that today by many local people. Millions years ago, tuff, a soft stone comprised of lava, ash and mud have been thrown out by volcanoes. The erosion made this unnatural work; rock formations out of a fantasy land rise up before you at every turn and entice you to look longer and wonder at their creation, with a high cliff of white tuff where are thousands of pigeon houses. The Red Valley named such by the colors of rock. it is possible to hike about 5 kilometers (about 3 miles) along the valley. Known as a great place to watch the sunset.

From Nevsehir: Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer

3. From Nevsehir: Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer

Witness the unique beauty of Cappadocia from above in a hot air balloon. Soar above the fairy chimneys and incredible volcanic formations and in a safe, comfortable hot air balloon. Be picked up from your accommodation in Nevsehir and make your way to Cappadocia, Marvel at the otherworldly landscape of this unique location and board your hot air balloon. Feel at ease as your ride is managed by experienced pilots. Relax as you rise high into the sky and soak up the panoramic views of the Turkish countryside. Enjoy a smooth glide over the fairy chimneys and houses built into rocks for an experience like no other. After landing, be returned to your accommodation.

From Cappadocia: Erciyes (Argaeus) Mountain Ski Tour

4. From Cappadocia: Erciyes (Argaeus) Mountain Ski Tour

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Mount Erciyes. Argaeus (Erciyes) is the highest and most famous volcano in Cappadocia having last given smoke 2000 years ago. Today, it is an inactive volcano but still impressive with its amazing quality of snow for skiing.  Along the way, you will realize the silk road hasn't changed much in 800 years. It became one of the most important highways of Turkey for trucks, buses and cars etc. instead of camels and horses. After arriving at the volcano, you will go to a place (shop) to rent equipment like ski gear. Under the leadership of one of the teachers, learn or practice skiing for half an hour. You will have roughly 3 hours to ski or try other activities.

Early Morning Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Tour of Cappadocia

5. Early Morning Sunrise Hot Air Ballooning Tour of Cappadocia

This tour covers the region of Ancient Cappadocia. Start in Ankara and from there you will visit the ruins of the Bronze Age Hittite Capital of Hatussa, abandoned for millennia. From there, your balloon will float whimsically across the Turkish landscape until reaching modern day Cappadocia, where you will peer at the the underground dwellings and churches of the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Goreme. See all this by hot air balloon, flying hundreds of feet above the ground. See the sunrise as you never have before – an extraordinary way to experience the unique landscape. The Balloon Tour offers a minimum 45-minute flight time in the air. You will be collected from your hotel early in the morning (usually before sunrise), and driven to the take-off site. While you are having a light breakfast and anticipating your exciting journey, you will watch the inflation of the balloon. After the flight lands there is a small celebration with champagne, and you will receive your flight certificate. Please note that the landing site is not the same as the take-off location. You will be driven back to your hotel at around 08:30 am - just in time for breakfast!

Göreme: Open Air Museum Walking Tour

6. Göreme: Open Air Museum Walking Tour

The mystifying Göreme Open Air Museum or the Göreme National Museum, one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Turkey, is a complex of monasteries at the center of the Cappadocian region. The honeycomb cave dwellings of the museum are etched into the landscape, providing visual intrigue and amazing history. Go on a guided tour with a friendly certified guide who will brief you on the history of the Byzantine monastic settlement and point out several important structures such as churches, cave dwellings, rock formations, and more. Understand what it was like in the day of the life of the monks and discover historical details and tidbits of this UNESCO World Heritage Site from your knowledgeable guide.

Cappadocia: Zipline, Jetboat, and Safari Tour with Box Lunch

7. Cappadocia: Zipline, Jetboat, and Safari Tour with Box Lunch

Discover adventure in Cappadocia with tour options for ziplining with stunning views, speeding along on a jetboat, and riding on an open 4WD vehicle on a wildlife nature safari. Mix and match the activities that appeal to you most or experience them all with multiple tour options to choose from.  Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Nevşehir, Avanos, Göreme, or Ürgüp in a climate-controlled van and relax on the scenic drive to the activity provider's facility which is built on a green area of 14000 square meters. Get your heart pumping with 3 exciting activities. See Cappadocia from a unique perspective as you glide on the 167-meter-long two-way zipline track. Blaze over the water with a 40-minute jetboat ride. Go for a ride and try to spot wildlife on a naturally-formed track on a 40-minute safari. Participate in the activities according to the option you choose. Have the opportunity to purchase photos and videos. Savor a nice boxed lunch in this natural setting before returning to your accommodation by van. 

Cappadocia: Private Jeep Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options

8. Cappadocia: Private Jeep Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options

Experience one of Cappadocia's most exciting activities on this Jeep safari tour that travels around the region with off-road vehicles. It is totally up to you, if you want to experience it at sunset, sunrise or even during the day. Reach Cappadocia’s must-see spots and panoramic viewpoints while traveling alongside professional drivers who know Cappadocia’s geography. Hop on your off-road vehicle, then set out to see destinations including Love Valley, Pigeon Valley, O Ağacın Altı, Red Valley, and Ortahisar Castle. Enjoy plenty of time to take in the surroundings with 10-minute breaks at each viewpoint. Drivers for the tour are made up of experienced professionals, all experts in the local geography, ensuring a fun off-road adventure that's also safe. Feel extra secure knowing all the cars used are tracked via satellite during tours. At the conclusion of your tour, gather with the group for a champagne afterparty to celebrate your unforgettable off-road adventure.

Cappadocia: Secrets Day Tour

9. Cappadocia: Secrets Day Tour

Explore the lesser-known locations in Cappadocia on this day-long guided tour. Start your excursion with pickup from your hotel before heading to Soganli Village. After a 1-hour drive, you’ll arrive at this abandoned village full of ancient cave churches—you’ll be captivated by the surreal landscapes of this off-the-beaten-path destination. Then, drive to the Sobesos Excavation Site, where a Roman city is currently being uncovered. Admire its one-of-a-kind floral mosaics that have only recently been discovered. Next, you’ll go to Keslik Monastery, a cave church that dates from approximately the 7th to 13th century. See where hermits and monks lived and practiced their religion and let the calming atmosphere of the cave relax you.   Your driver will then take you to Sinassos, where you’ll see an old Greek village that was abandoned and re-inhabited after 1927. Sit down to lunch at a local restaurant before your driver takes you to the Red Valley for a 2-hour hike. Explore in depth and up close the unique and whimsical landscapes of Cappadocia with your guide before being transferred back to your hotel.

From Istanbul: Express Day Trip to Cappadocia with Flights

10. From Istanbul: Express Day Trip to Cappadocia with Flights

Experience Cappadocia and see the fairy chimneys in Devrent Valley, the UNESCO Göreme Open Air Museum, and its carved-rock churches, and take in views from the highest point in Cappadocia on this day trip from Istanbul. Be picked up bright and early from your hotel and head to the airport. Arrive in Cappadocia and begin by exploring the Göreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO sight featuring incredible rock-cut churches dating back to the 10th century. Admire the colorful frescoes in the Dark Church and Apple Church. Next, visit Devrent Valley, also known as the imagination valley. Walk around the uniquely shaped rock formations and try to spot the different animal shapes such as dolphins, seals, and a camel. Stop in Avanos, for lunch so you'll have the chance to taste the local cuisine. Then, learn to make pottery with local experts at a pottery shop. Take in the best views of the fairy chimneys from the Göreme Panorama viewpoint and snap some stunning photos. From here, head to Uchisar Castle, a centuries-old citadel carved out of rock. Marvel at the magnificent landscape below from the highest point in Cappadocia. Finally, drive back to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul where your driver will greet you and take you back to your hotel.

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What people are saying about Göreme, Turkey

Private excursion, a little special. Our guide, Bulten, did not have the program for the day, described as on the Get Your Guide site. He therefore offered us several tours available depending on what we wanted to see/do and what we had already visited. We therefore chose the "blue circuit" which is the one that came closest to the description of Get Your Guide. Our guide was great, he taught us a lot. The discovery of a less touristy part of Cappadocia was very interesting.

Amazing experience, it’s a must when being in Cappadocia! Everything was very well organized. The baloon was bright colored and looked good on photos, the basket was spacious and there was more then enough space for 16 people. Pilots are real professionals with excellent sense of humor, which made flight even greater fun.

Excellent tour to learn more about Capadoccia and its culture, history and customs. Oskar, a knowledgeable guide of history and very friendly !! With all the disposition and knowledge.

Emotions are overflowing. It was great, great!!! There was no fear at all. The pilot inspired 100% confidence

Incredible experience, such excellent pilots and informative!