Overview
The 6 km hike in the Ihlara Valley will be the highlight of our day. The Melendiz River has carved an impressive canyon through the verdant valley and we will walk about two hours along the river, passing Byzantine rock chapels decorated with frescoes. Especially the first half of the hike where we will be the only tourists walking, is totally peaceful.
After lunch, we stop at the biggest rock-cut monastery of Cappadocia, Selime Monastery and Cathedral. Selime is the biggest rock-cut cathedral of Cappadocia and located at the end of Ihlara Valley. It has has been used as a fortress by both Byzantine and Seljuk armies during 10th to 12th centuries.
Derinkuyu Underground City. Previously known as Melagobia, this was one of the biggest settlements in Cappadocia and its 8 level underground city is the deepest of the region today. With its floors extending to a depth of about 60 m, it was large enough to shelter approximately 20,000 people together with their livestock and food stores.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Professional experienced and licensed local guide during the tour.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Transportation by a comfortable, AC, non-smoking, luxurious van.
Parking fees and all taxes.
Drinks
Tips to guide and driver
Personal expenses and optional tours
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
Please specify your Cappadocia hotel for pickup
What to expect
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Ihlara Valley
8 min
Our tour starts at 09:30 by pick-up from your hotel. After our guide’s introduction to Cappadocia at the Goreme panoramic view point, we drive about 1 hour and visit the most spectacular gorge of Turkey: Ihlara. The 6 km hike in the Ihlara Valley will be the highlight of our day. The Melendiz River has carved an impressive canyon through the verdant valley and we will walk about two hours along the river, passing Byzantine rock chapels decorated with frescoes. Especially the first half of the hike where we will be the only tourists walking, is totally peaceful. We end the hiking portion of the tour near Belisirma village, where we will have lunch in a quaint riverside restaurant.
After lunch, we stop at the biggest rock-cut monastery of Cappadocia, Selime Monastery and Cathedral.
Derinkuyu Underground City. We will explore the caves of this interesting city and your guide will explain about the life here.
We will then drive back to your hotel and finish the tour around 17:00.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Ihlara Valley & Derinkuyu Underground City Tour - CAP15
Can I cancel Ihlara Valley & Derinkuyu Underground City Tour - CAP15 for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Professional experienced and licensed local guide during the tour.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Transportation by a comfortable, AC, non-smoking, luxurious van.
- Parking fees and all taxes.
What's not included?
- Drinks
- Tips to guide and driver
- Personal expenses and optional tours
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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