Classic Cappadocia North Tour – Goreme Open Air Museum
Discover northern Cappadocia on this immersive tour. Visit Uchisar Castle, Devrent Valley’s rock formations, Pasabaglari fairy chimneys, Avanos pottery, and admire ancient frescoes at the UNESCO-listed Goreme Open-Air Museum.
Service Provider: Travelux Cappadocia
Service Details
Pick-up from your hotel around 10:00 AM. The tour begins with a visit to Uchisar Castle, Cappadocia’s tallest fairy chimney, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the region. This natural fortress has played a strategic role throughout history and is a perfect starting point for understanding the landscape of Cappadocia.
Next, explore Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley), a surreal landscape filled with rock formations resembling animals and mythical creatures. The valley’s unique shapes, created by erosion over thousands of years, make it a fascinating location for photography and exploration.
Continue to Pasabaglari (Monk’s Valley), home to some of the most iconic fairy chimneys in Cappadocia. These mushroom-shaped rock formations have been used as hermit dwellings by monks for centuries, creating a mystical atmosphere in the valley. Enjoy a break for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can taste traditional Turkish cuisine in an authentic setting.
After lunch, visit Avanos Pottery Center, a historic town famous for its centuries-old pottery-making tradition. Watch local artisans demonstrate the ancient pottery techniques passed down through generations, and if you’d like, you can try shaping clay yourself.
The tour’s highlight is the Goreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases some of the finest examples of Byzantine rock-cut churches. Marvel at beautifully preserved frescoes and paintings dating from the 10th to 13th centuries, depicting biblical scenes and religious symbolism.
Your guide will explain the significance of these artworks and the monastic life that once flourished here. After a full day of exploration, the tour concludes with a return to your hotel, leaving you with lasting memories of Cappadocia’s stunning landscapes and historical wonders.
Tour Highlights
Goreme Open Air Museum, Pasabag (Monks) Valley, Uçhisar Castle, Goreme Panorama, Uchisar
Why Book This Service
- Visit Uchisar Castle, the highest viewpoint in Cappadocia, offering stunning panoramic views.
- Explore the surreal landscapes of Devrent Valley, also known as "Imagination Valley."
- See the famous mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys of Pasabaglari (Monk’s Valley).
- Experience a live pottery demonstration in Avanos, a town with a deep-rooted tradition in ceramics.
- Discover the Göreme Open Air Museum, home to beautifully preserved frescoes and rock-cut churches.
- Enjoy a fully guided tour with historical and cultural insights from an expert guide.
What's Included
- Professional tour guide
- Comfortable transportation
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Entrance fees to all sites
- Parking fees
- Pick-up and drop-off at local hotels
Please Note
- This tour involves walking on uneven surfaces, particularly in the open-air museum and valleys.
- Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a hat are recommended.
- Lunch is included; please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions.
- The itinerary may be slightly adjusted based on weather conditions and local circumstances
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Cancellation Details
Booking can be cancelled up to 1 day(s) before the tour start.
Loved the unique fairy chimneys and the rich history at Goreme Open-Air Museum. Travelux Tours organized everything perfectly. Our guide Aleyna shared fascinating stories and made the tour engaging.
A truly insightful day exploring the region’s volcanic landscapes. Travelux Travel organized everything perfectly. Our guide Aleyna shared fascinating stories and made the tour engaging.
The best part of this tour was the balance between guided learning and free time to explore. Our guide Ayshe gave us detailed explanations at the Göreme Open-Air Museum but also allowed us to enjoy the fairy chimneys at our own pace. Seeing artisans at work in Avanos was inspiring, and the local pottery pieces made for great souvenirs. Travelux Tours handled all the logistics perfectly.
Cada parada foi rica em história e beleza natural. Our guide Gamze shared fascinating stories and made the tour engaging.
Fue un tour inolvidable desde el principio hasta el final. La Capadocia es aún más mágica cuando te la explican con tanta pasión como lo hizo Latife. Aprendimos sobre la vida monástica antigua, caminamos entre chimeneas de hadas y exploramos iglesias talladas en la roca. Avanos fue el broche de oro con su taller de cerámica y su encanto junto al río.
Un recorrido fascinante por los paisajes volcánicos y las iglesias rupestres. Travelux Travel Agency organized everything perfectly. Our guide Aleyna shared fascinating stories and made the tour engaging.
Pasamos un día maravilloso explorando los valles de Capadocia. El guía Gamze nos llevó por lugares escondidos que no habríamos encontrado por nuestra cuenta. El Museo al Aire Libre de Göreme fue impresionante, con frescos milenarios bien conservados. Terminamos el día en Avanos disfrutando de una demostración de cerámica tradicional y un delicioso almuerzo local. Gracias a Travelux Tours por la excelente organización.
An unforgettable walk through cave churches and ancient homes. Travelux Travel organized everything perfectly. Our guide Gamze shared fascinating stories and made the tour engaging.
Every stop was well-paced, and we learned so much about the area’s history.
Gostamos muito da forma como o passeio foi conduzido. Começamos com a vista de Uchisar e seguimos para o incrível museu a céu aberto de Göreme. O guia Ishak da Travelux Travel explicou com detalhes as histórias e lendas locais. Encerramos o tour em Avanos, onde assistimos a uma demonstração fascinante da tradicional cerâmica turca. Uma experiência completa e bem planejada.