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Transfers available
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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.
Derinkuyu Underground City
- Entry ticket to Derinkuyu Underground City
Goreme Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
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Hot air balloon ride over Goreme Valley (approximately 1 hour)
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Pick-up & drop-off from hotels within the Cappadocia region
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Light breakfast before flight
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Flight certificate post-flight
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Passenger insurance by Eureko Insurance Company
Derinkuyu Underground City
- Hotel transfers
Goreme Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
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Video recording of the hot air balloon ride
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Photographs of take-off and landing
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Additional beverages
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Souvenirs
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Book this combo and experience Cappadocia from every angle — descend into ancient subterranean chambers and rise above its dreamlike valleys at sunrise for an unforgettable contrast of history and wonder.
Getting started
Derinkuyu Underground City
Begin your journey at the Derinkuyu Underground City by presenting your mobile ticket at the entrance. After a quick check, follow the marked routes to explore this intricate maze of tunnels and chambers carved deep into volcanic rock.
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
Your morning starts early with hotel pick-up from anywhere in Cappadocia. Enjoy a light breakfast at the launch site as your balloon is prepared. After a safety briefing, board your basket and take off to witness the golden sunrise over Goreme’s valleys.
What to expect
Derinkuyu Underground City
Venture through centuries-old corridors and uncover a self-sufficient underground settlement that once sheltered thousands. From stone doors and wells to chapels and schools, every level reveals a story of resilience and community.
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Ancient tunnels: Walk through narrow passages linking kitchens, churches, and living spaces.
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Ingenious design: See ventilation shafts and wells that sustained life underground.
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Historic refuge: Discover how thousands found safety here during invasions.
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
Soar over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape as the first light paints the fairy chimneys and valleys below. Capture panoramic views from 300 meters above the ground in a serene, once-in-a-lifetime flight.
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Scenic flight: A 1-hour sunrise journey guided by experienced pilots with full passenger insurance.
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Pre-flight comfort: Enjoy a light breakfast and an in-flight drink for a cozy start to your day.
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Memorable keepsake: Receive a flight certificate to commemorate your sky-high adventure.
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What to Bring
Derinkuyu Underground City
- Carry a government-issued photo ID matching your booking name; it may be required at the entrance.
Goreme Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
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Mornings can be cool—bring a jacket for comfort.
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Keep a valid photo ID handy in case it’s needed during your hotel pickup.
What’s Not Allowed
Derinkuyu Underground City
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The use of drones, alcohol, and drugs is forbidden.
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Oversized bags, luggage, or large backpacks are not permitted underground.
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Smoking is strictly prohibited across the site.
Goreme Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
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Drones, alcohol, drugs, pets, and strollers are not permitted.
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Children below 6 years or under 120 cm in height cannot join this activity.
Accessibility
Derinkuyu Underground City
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Only a small portion (around 10%) of the site is open for public access.
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Not advisable for guests with mobility challenges or claustrophobia.
Goreme Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
- The experience is not designed for wheelchair users.
Additional Information
Derinkuyu Underground City
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Expect tight corridors, staircases, and uneven paths throughout.
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Entry tickets are issued the day before your scheduled visit.
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Operating hours are from 8am to 4:15pm daily.
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Follow posted instructions to ensure a safe visit.
Goreme Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour
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The ride duration is approximately one hour.
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Provide your personal details (name, birth date, passport number, gender, nationality) for aviation clearance.
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Includes round-trip transfers from your hotel within Cappadocia.
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Pickup times vary between 4:30am and 8am based on sunrise—reconfirm details a day prior.
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All guests are insured through Eureko Insurance Company.
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Weather cancellations may result in rescheduling, subject to space.
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Piloted by trained professionals, with a safety briefing before takeoff.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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