A Journey to the Hidden Treasures of Cappadocia: Kaymakli and Sinasos Culture Tour
Morning Start: The Panoramic Soul of Pigeon Valley We greet the day with one of Cappadocia’s most iconic views: Pigeon Valley. While photographing the unique texture added to the valley by thousands of pigeon houses carved into the rocks, you will listen to the importance of this region in agricultural history from our expert guide.
An Engineering Marvel 7 Floors Underground: Kaymakli Underground City Next, we descend into Kaymakli Underground City, one of the deepest and most impressive settlements in the region. Built thousands of years ago for defensive purposes, you will witness the limits of ancient engineering as you wander through these labyrinth-like tunnels, including kitchens, stables, and wine cellars.
A Cultural Heritage: Mustafapaşa (Sinasos) We visit Mustafapaşa (Sinasos), an old Greek town and one of Cappadocia’s best-kept secrets. Walking among the magnificent stone mansions and churches that house the finest examples of late Greek architecture, you will feel the multicultural past of the region to your bones.
Lunch and the Symbol of Ürgüp: The Three Graces After a pleasant lunch break where we will taste local flavors, we visit the Ürgüp Fairy Chimneys (The Three Graces), which have become the symbol of Cappadocia. While listening to the legends behind these massive natural formations, you can immortalize the moments when erosion turned into art.
A Break in the Shadow of the Castle: Ortahisar and Turkish Coffee Our journey continues with Ortahisar, famous for its majestic castle resembling a giant fairy chimney. After exploring the authentic streets of the town, we take a Turkish Coffee break against the castle view, relieving the day’s tiredness in the mystic atmosphere of Cappadocia.
Breathtaking Finale: Sunset Panorama at Red Valley We crown the day with a panorama of Red Valley, located in the heart of Cappadocia but away from the tourist crowds. Watching the red and gold colors that the volcanic rock formations take on with the sunset, this visual feast offered by nature will never be erased from your memories. At the end of the day, we drop you off at your hotel in our comfortable private vehicle.
Our rates start from 70 Euro per person. Please ask for special rates tailored to your group.