Duration
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Guided tour
Pickup available
Meals included
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Travel through South Cappadocia on a full-day guided route with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and a planned itinerary.
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Explore Kaymaklı Underground City, moving through interconnected tunnels and rooms once used for shelter, storage, and daily life, with historical context from your guide.
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Walk through Ihlara Valley along the Melendiz River, passing rock-cut churches set within a deep volcanic canyon.
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Visit Selime Monastery to see large-scale rock-cut spaces and fairy chimneys shaped into a dramatic hillside landscape.
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Break for lunch at a riverside restaurant in Belisırma village, with the stop timed into the day’s schedule.
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7 to 8.5-hour south Cappadocia day tour
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Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
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English-speaking guide
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Hike through the Ilhara Canyon (Grand Canyon)
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Visit to Kaymaklı Underground City, rock-cut churches along Melendiz River, and fairy chimneys in Selime
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Lunch in a local restaurant in Belisirma
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Drinks
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Personal expenses
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Tips/gratuities (optional)
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- TOTAL DURATION7 hours - 8 hours 30 minutesMODE OF TRANSFERA/C BusTimelineMap
Start pointHotel pick-up in Cappadocia
60 min by a/c bus45 km
1. Kaymaklı Underground City
80 min by a/c bus55 km
2. Ihlara Valley
2 min0.2 km
3. Canyon Churches
10 min0.8 km
4. Lunch by the river
35 min by a/c bus28 km
5. Selime Monastery
30 min by a/c bus25 km
6. Valley viewpoint
40 min by a/c bus30 kmEnd pointHotel pick-up in Cappadocia
Your ending point would be same as your start point
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
What to bring
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Wear well-cushioned walking shoes, as the experience includes stone steps, dusty valley paths, and underground walkways.
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Bring an extra light layer, as temperatures can vary between open viewpoints and shaded landscapes over the course of the day.
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Pack sun protection such as sunscreen or a hat, particularly for valley stops where shade is scarce even outside the hottest months.
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Opt for a small backpack or day bag, which is far easier to manage in narrow underground tunnels and village streets than a large bag.
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Have some cash on hand for small purchases in villages or craft workshops, as card payments may not always be accepted.
What’s not allowed
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Large backpacks or bulky bags are discouraged, as tight underground corridors and confined spaces make them difficult to carry.
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Flash photography is not permitted inside cave churches or underground city areas.
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The use of drones is prohibited in valleys and archaeological sites without prior official approval, including for personal use.
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Smoking is not allowed inside vehicles, underground cities, or protected historical sites visited during the tour.
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Pets are not permitted to join the tour due to restricted spaces and heritage site regulations.
Accessibility
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This experience is not wheelchair friendly due to uneven surfaces, staircases, and narrow passages at several locations.
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Certain stops include low-ceiling underground areas with limited ventilation, which may be unsuitable for guests with claustrophobia or breathing-related conditions.
Additional information
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off are provided for hotels within Cappadocia; please ensure your accommodation details are confirmed when booking.
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The order of stops may vary on the day to avoid crowds or weather-related delays.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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