Cappadocia Short Break
Experience Overview
Travel to Turkey to experience the rural culture of the Cappadocia region. A series of volcanic eruptions resulted in a landscape of porous rocks known as fairy chimneys – now the ideal hotspot for a balloon ride. The elements carved the terrain of Goreme, and later, the people discovered they too could carve the rocks into homes and churches. With a local guide who knows all the fantastic tales of old, discover Cappadocia's many legends from the Byzantine era on this Short Break adventure.
Highlights
- Discover an out-of-this-world landscape, made up of mystical fairy chimneys and cave-like dwellings.
- Visit one of Cappadocia’s famous local wineries and enjoy a glass with the best natural entertainment (the sunset, of course!).
- Walk past ancient architecture at your own pace, with heaps of free time and a flexible local guide to show you the way.
- Explore the fascinating underground city of Kaymakli, listen to local stories and admire artwork from the Byzantine-era.
- Hike the beautiful Red Valley or Love Valley and spark your imagination with the natural rock formations that dot the land.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1781
Tour Type:
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Bus
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: ERAK
Starts: Cappadocia, Turkey
Finishes: Cappadocia, Turkey
Duration: 4 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (3), Lunch (1),Accommodation: Hotel (3 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,260 ($315 /day)
Itinerary
Merhaba! Welcome to Cappadocia. A central region in Turkey, Cappadocia is famous for the fairy chimneys that dot the landscape and the near-perfect weather. When you arrive, maybe soak in the horizon at sunrise, filled with floating hot air balloons. Visit rock-hewn churches, cave homes and incredible underground cities. Maybe walk through the village of Goreme and get the lay of the land. Your guided tours will begin tomorrow, so tonight is yours to enjoy!
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast this morning, your local guide will meet you at 9 am to trek to the region’s heart. You’ll set out to explore one of the many valleys of Cappadocia – maybe Love Valley (whose phallic-shaped formations are great for a giggle) or Red Valley (within Goreme National Park, this valley is named after the red-hued landscape). Talk to your guide about how far and wide you would like to hike this morning. You’ll then enjoy free time for lunch in the village of Goreme – a valley town carved into volcanic rock, shaped by erosion. After lunch, end the day with a visit to the UNESCO Open Air Museum, with its many rock-cut churches and fascinating artworks from the Byzantine era. This evening is yours to explore – consider a visit to an ancient Caravanserai to watch the dance of the whirling dervishes (a Sema ceremony).
Included Activities:
- Cappadocia - Goreme Open Air Museum
- Cappadocia - Valley walk
Optional Activities:
- Goreme - Whirling Dervishes - Sema Performance (30 EUR)
- Goreme - The Dark Church Entry (6 EUR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you’ll head underground. After breakfast at your hotel, discover Kaymakli Underground City with your guide (only open to visitors since 1964) and walk through the subterranean corridors, tunnels and caves. From here, let your imagination run wild at Devrent Valley (also known as Imaginary Valley or Pink Valley), known for its whimsical rock formations. Make a stop at Pasabag Monks Valley and check out the three-headed fairy chimneys – the result of volcanic eruptions, wind and water. Tonight, enjoy a drop of wine from a local wine house or grab a bottle to go and watch the sunset over the mystic landscape.
Included Activities:
- Goreme - Wine at Sunset in Cappadocia
- Cappadocia - Kaymakli Underground City
Optional Activities:
- Goreme - Hot Air Balloon, Cappadocia Deluxe Flight (350 EUR)
- Goreme - Hot Air Balloon, Cappadocia Regular Flight (250 EUR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
With no further activities planned today, you can leave at any time after breakfast. Hotel check-out will be 11 am, so make sure you speak to your booking agent if you wish to stay longer.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Afshan - Traveled, February 2024
I traveled in February 2024. The hotel I stayed at was brand new and my tour guide, Busra, was PHENOMENAL. Going off season made this trip worthwhile, as there were not that many tourists.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/04/2024
Gary - Traveled, November 2023
This was the 2nd of my short break trips with Intrepid whilst in Turkey. Look at alternative walking options when you are in Goreme if you are into walking. The Cappadocia region was stunning and thanks to Intrepid for the short break option.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/18/2023
Elijah - Traveled, March 2023
This tour is a very nice break from the city and a safe way to explore the region. However, Intrepid needs to edit the description a bit as it makes it sound like there will be more hiking and waking where there is not.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/26/2023
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