Cappadocia Tours

Our tour guide, Furqan, was very nice and the tour was well organized, but the description is very misleading. Apparently there is no trekking in this tour at the moment since the restaurants and cafes in Ihlara Valley have been shut down by the government. The trek is replaced by a couple of shopping stops and a 15 minute optional walk. My friends and I really wished we were informed earlier since we weren't interested in some of the stops. If you're in it for the trekking and looking for a break from the shopping tours, this ain't the one!

Thought I’d be in and out in an hour, but ended up staying for 3, just wandering the different cave rooms. Some ceilings are super low (I’m only 5’2” and even I bumped my head lol). Kinda felt like a maze. Loved the little signs explaining the history, but wish there were more benches for a break. Bring water!

We came with our 3 kids (aged 6–13) and everyone found something cool to talk about after. The oldest was obsessed with the old tools on display. The youngest just wanted snacks (bring your own, nothing for sale inside). Only minus was the restrooms—lines were LONG. Otherwise, really interesting day.

Went with my best friend, both of us obsessed with photography. Cappadocia did NOT disappoint! Guide knew the best spots. Balloon ride was a bucket-list tick. Bring a hat, sun is strong.

The sunrise balloon ride is a core memory now. Our guide was a gem and the driver made us feel safe on those windy roads. Bring a camera, you’ll want to remember this.