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Derinkuyu Underground City Tour

Delve into this collection of Derinkuyu Underground City tours. Explore the most thoroughly excavated of Cappadocia’s many underground cities, which spans an impressive eight floors. The subterranean labyrinth of cave rooms and tunnels provides a fascinating insight into Cappadocia’s troglodyte history.

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Derinkuyu Underground City Tour
Maze of caves inside Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, Turkey.
Maze of caves in Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, with stone walls and passageways.
Visitor exploring Derinkuyu underground city cave with stone walls and stairway.
Derinkuyu Underground City stone chambers and passageways in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Young woman exploring Derinkuyu underground cave city in Turkey.
Maze of caves with stairs inside Derinkuyu Underground City, Turkey.
Maze-like tunnels in Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, Turkey.
Young tourist woman exploring Derinkuyu underground cave city.
Rock formations near Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, Turkey.
Old church ceiling decorations in Derinkuyu Underground City, featuring intricate patterns and faded frescoes.
Tourist exploring Derinkuyu underground cave city with flashlight.
Maze of caves in Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, with illuminated stone walls.
Inside view of Derinkuyu underground cave city with carved stone walls and passageways.
Derinkuyu underground cave city passage with stone steps and rock walls.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
2 more
  • Descend up to 85 meters into the extraordinary Derinkuyu Underground City and explore its labyrinth of tunnels and chambers carved into soft tuff rock.

  • Marvel at the ingenuity of ancient engineering, including a 55-meter ventilation shaft that served as a water well, and visit well-preserved spaces such as communal dining halls and a missionary school.

  • Discover how this subterranean city once sheltered thousands of people during times of conflict, providing a safe and secure refuge.

  • Explore all 18 levels of this underground complex and discover what makes it one of Cappadocia’s most remarkable historical sites.

  • Upgrade your adventure with a full-day tour of Cappadocia's Green route, including hotel transfers, entry to all attractions, and a traditional lunch in Belisırma Village.

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  • Descend up to 85 meters into the extraordinary Derinkuyu Underground City and explore its labyrinth of tunnels and chambers carved into soft tuff rock.

  • Marvel at the ingenuity of ancient engineering, including a 55-meter ventilation shaft that served as a water well, and visit well-preserved spaces such as communal dining halls and a missionary school.

  • Discover how this subterranean city once sheltered thousands of people during times of conflict, providing a safe and secure refuge.

  • Explore all 18 levels of this underground complex and discover what makes it one of Cappadocia’s most remarkable historical sites.

  • Upgrade your adventure with a full-day tour of Cappadocia's Green route, including hotel transfers, entry to all attractions, and a traditional lunch in Belisırma Village.

from
€16
Tourists exploring ancient cave interiors in Cappadocia during a full-day trekking tour.
Trekker exploring rock formations in Cappadocia during the Full-Day Green Tour.
Derinkuyu Underground City stone chambers and passageways in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Visitors climbing stairs to ancient church entrance in Cappadocia rock formations.
Group trekking through lush Ihlara Valley on Cappadocia Green Tour.
Outdoor dining area with wooden huts and tables by a river in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Trekking along a stream in Cappadocia's lush landscape during the Full-Day Green Tour.
Rock formations in Goreme Valley, Cappadocia, with unique geological shapes and vibrant landscape.
Visitors walking on a wooden path in Ihlara Valley, South Cappadocia.
Selime Monastery rock formations with visitors in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Underground cave church with fresco paintings on walls and ceiling.
Visitor exploring Derinkuyu underground city cave with stone walls and stairway.
Interior of a tour bus used for Stonehenge excursions with audio guide.
Free cancellation
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8 hr 30 min
2 more
  • Set out on a full-day Green Tour of Cappadocia's Goreme landscapes, with a journey through the Underground City and a trek along the Ihlara Valley.

  • Drive past Göreme’s fairy chimneys and rock formations, while learning about the geological history of this region from your guide.

  • Descend into the Derinkuyu or Kaymaklı Underground City, ancient subterranean shelters that once protected entire communities, and explore narrow passageways and living quarters.

  • Trek 3 to 4 kilometers through the Ihlara Valley, Cappadocia’s deepest canyon ,and visit rock-cut churches adorned with centuries-old frescoes.

  • Cap off your experience with a delectable traditional Turkish lunch in Belisırma Village, set beside the river with beautiful valley views.

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  • Set out on a full-day Green Tour of Cappadocia's Goreme landscapes, with a journey through the Underground City and a trek along the Ihlara Valley.

  • Drive past Göreme’s fairy chimneys and rock formations, while learning about the geological history of this region from your guide.

  • Descend into the Derinkuyu or Kaymaklı Underground City, ancient subterranean shelters that once protected entire communities, and explore narrow passageways and living quarters.

  • Trek 3 to 4 kilometers through the Ihlara Valley, Cappadocia’s deepest canyon ,and visit rock-cut churches adorned with centuries-old frescoes.

  • Cap off your experience with a delectable traditional Turkish lunch in Belisırma Village, set beside the river with beautiful valley views.

from €48
€43.20

10% off

Rock formations in Pasabag Valley, Cappadocia with tourists exploring the area.
Uchisar Castle rock formations in Cappadocia, Turkey, under a clear blue sky.
Traveler exploring rock formations in Gerome Valley, Cappadocia.
Unique rock formations in Devrent Valley, Cappadocia, Turkey.
Guests viewing Cappadocia's fairy chimneys in Turkey.
Pigeons flying over Cappadocia's Pigeon Valley with unique rock formations.
Guest savoring traditional drink at a local restaurant in Cappadocia with rock formations in view.
Underground city passageways and rock formations in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Guests exploring ancient underground city in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Potter shaping clay on a wheel in Avanos workshop.
Free cancellation
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6 hr
2 more
  • Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Cappadocia's Red and Green routes, with convenient hotel transfers included.

  • Benefit from the expertise of a licensed local guide who shares insights into the region’s rich history and culture.

  • Explore northern Cappadocia, wandering among iconic fairy chimneys, ancient cave dwellings, and unique rock formations, including the famous Göreme Open-Air Museum.

  • Experience southern Cappadocia’s tranquil valleys with a scenic hike through Ihlara Valley, and visit remarkable sites such as ancient cave churches, rugged landscapes, and the renowned Derinkuyu Underground City.

  • Pick a ticket that includes all expenses, or go without, based on your preference.

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  • Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Cappadocia's Red and Green routes, with convenient hotel transfers included.

  • Benefit from the expertise of a licensed local guide who shares insights into the region’s rich history and culture.

  • Explore northern Cappadocia, wandering among iconic fairy chimneys, ancient cave dwellings, and unique rock formations, including the famous Göreme Open-Air Museum.

  • Experience southern Cappadocia’s tranquil valleys with a scenic hike through Ihlara Valley, and visit remarkable sites such as ancient cave churches, rugged landscapes, and the renowned Derinkuyu Underground City.

  • Pick a ticket that includes all expenses, or go without, based on your preference.

from
€34
Cappadocia hot air balloons at sunrise and visitor in Derinkuyu Underground City.
Hot air balloons over Cappadocia's unique rock formations, Turkey.
Hot air balloons over Cappadocia's unique rock formations.
Derinkuyu Underground City stone chambers and passageways in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Visitor exploring Derinkuyu underground city cave with stone walls and stairway.
Woman in fedora and shawl gazing at hot air balloons in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Hot air balloon inflating at sunrise in Cappadocia, Turkey with rocky landscape.
Derinkuyu underground cave city passage with stone steps and rock walls.
Rock formations near Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, Turkey.
Flexible duration
Transfers included
Meals included

• Explore Turkey’s deepest underground city, a vast labyrinth of tunnels, chapels, and living quarters carved from volcanic rock.

• Learn how Derinkuyu once sheltered thousands, with ventilation shafts, rolling stone doors, and ancient passageways.

• Take to the skies on a 1-hour sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and stunning valleys.

• Enjoy a hassle-free experience with the hot air balloon ride, with hotel transfers, a light pre-flight breakfast, and an in-flight drink included.

• Combine two unmissable Cappadocia experiences, an underground marvel and a sunrise adventure, in one seamless ticket.

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• Explore Turkey’s deepest underground city, a vast labyrinth of tunnels, chapels, and living quarters carved from volcanic rock.

• Learn how Derinkuyu once sheltered thousands, with ventilation shafts, rolling stone doors, and ancient passageways.

• Take to the skies on a 1-hour sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and stunning valleys.

• Enjoy a hassle-free experience with the hot air balloon ride, with hotel transfers, a light pre-flight breakfast, and an in-flight drink included.

• Combine two unmissable Cappadocia experiences, an underground marvel and a sunrise adventure, in one seamless ticket.

from €76
€72.20

5% off

Pathway along Ihlara Valley canyon in South Cappadocia, surrounded by greenery and rock formations.
Outdoor dining setup along a stream in South Cappadocia, surrounded by trees.
Cave dwellings in the rock formations of South Cappadocia, Turkey.
Person exploring an ancient underground cave in South Cappadocia.
Trekking path through rock formations in South Cappadocia, Turkey.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
8 hr
3 more
  • Explore the largest excavated underground city in Turkey, Derinkuyu

  • Enjoy a 4-kilometer trek in the Ihlara Valley and visit Belisirma, a typical Anatolian village

  • At Selime, see the largest rock-cut monastery in Cappadocia

  • With hotel transfers, a friendly local guide, and lunch included in your ticket, this makes for a hassle-free experience

More details

  • Explore the largest excavated underground city in Turkey, Derinkuyu

  • Enjoy a 4-kilometer trek in the Ihlara Valley and visit Belisirma, a typical Anatolian village

  • At Selime, see the largest rock-cut monastery in Cappadocia

  • With hotel transfers, a friendly local guide, and lunch included in your ticket, this makes for a hassle-free experience

from
€55

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Amin Riggi
US

Amin

United States
Nov 2025
5/5
The tour was great. Fati are guide was so knowledgeable and helpful. Very kind person who went above and beyond for us. He knows so much history you will be lucky to have em as a guide .the underground city part of the tour was very crowded with out guides and tours but it was a experience to see. I highly recommend spending a day on this tour and getting some history lessons.

Full-Day Green Tour with Derinkuyu Underground City & Ihlara Valley Trek with Lunch & Transfers

Pingkan Patricia Rondonuwu
SG

Pingkan

Singapore
Nov 2025
5/5
Derinkuyu Underground City: A fascinating experience. The walk down to the seventh level is a journey in itself and a great workout for your legs. Salime Monastery: An absolutely amazing site. Its unique architecture and landscape genuinely felt like a setting from Star Wars. The Ihlara Valley offered a wonderfully calming walk along the riverbank. For food, the fish casserole was excellent, and I highly recommend the tomato dip if you don't mind a bit of spice. Finally, a special thanks to our guide, Hakan, and our driver, Bilal. They were friendly, resourceful and helpful, truly deserve a 5-star rating.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Full-Day Green Tour with Derinkuyu Underground City & Ihlara Valley Trek with Lunch & Transfers

Tania

Tania

Jul 2025
4/5
Super interesting, but watch your head! My husband hit his head twice. Gets packed with tour groups, so try to go early.

Derinkuyu Underground City Tickets

Gregor

Gregor

Sep 2025
5/5
We went as part of a group tour and honestly, the guide made it 10x better. He pointed out tiny details we’d have missed, like how the air shafts work (soooo clever) and where the stables were. My son kept pretending he was in Indiana Jones, haha. It got crowded at one point but cleared up after noon. Bring water—gets stuffy.

Derinkuyu Underground City Tickets

Naser Fetaji

Naser

Oct 2025
5/5
Very good travel guide. A lot of information about the respective sights passed on to the people. Driver also very nice and courteous. I would do tours with this organization again and again. Can only recommend.

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