Cappadocia Red Plus Tour – Goreme and Underground City

Tour Itinerary

Pick-up from your hotel around 10:00 AM. The tour begins with a visit to Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the region’s dramatic landscape. This ancient rock fortress has served as a strategic stronghold for centuries.

Continue to an underground city, one of Cappadocia’s hidden marvels. Explore a network of tunnels, living quarters, storage rooms, and ventilation shafts used by ancient civilizations for protection against invaders. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the underground lifestyle and architecture.

Next, discover the surreal landscape of Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley), where unique rock formations resemble animals and other shapes, sculpted naturally over thousands of years. This valley is perfect for photography and capturing Cappadocia’s dreamlike scenery. Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant, where you can taste authentic Turkish cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

After lunch, visit Pasabaglari (Monk’s Valley), famous for its towering mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys. This valley is known for its historical significance, as hermit monks once lived inside these rock formations.

The journey continues to Avanos Pottery Center, a town renowned for its pottery-making tradition that dates back thousands of years. Watch a live pottery demonstration and learn about the significance of ceramics in Cappadocia’s cultural heritage. If you wish, you can try your hand at shaping clay using ancient techniques.

The final stop is the Goreme Open Air Museum, one of Cappadocia’s most significant historical and cultural sites. This UNESCO-listed site is home to beautifully preserved rock-cut churches adorned with intricate Byzantine frescoes from the 10th to 13th centuries.

Your guide will explain the symbolism of these paintings and the history of the early Christian communities that once lived here. After a full day of exploration, return to your hotel with unforgettable memories of Cappadocia’s remarkable landscapes and rich history.