Green Tour Cappadocia

Destinations

Programme of Activity

• Goreme Panaroma
  
  The most magnificent landscape around Goreme has been formed from its solidified lava streams, its ash and tuff stone, all dating from Neocene period. It is criss-crossed by deep valleys formed by heavy erosion. This veritable lunar landscape distinguishes itself by its extensive geological formations. The highly typical morphological structures of Cappadocia are the result of thousands of years of continual erosion, which has shaped the tuff deposits into the strangest pyramids and cones.
• Derinkuyu Underground City
  
  Derinkuyu Underground City, has all the usual amenities found in other underground complexes across Cappadocia, such as wine and oil presses, stables, cellars, storage rooms, refectories, and chapels. Unique to the Derinkuyu complex and located on the second floor is a spacious room with a barrel vaulted ceiling. It has been reported that this room was used as a religious school and the rooms to the left were studies. Between the third and fourth levels is a vertical staircase. This passage way leads to a cruciform church on the lowest level. The large 55 m ventilation shaft appears to have been used as a well. The shaft also provided water to both the villagers above and, if the outside world was not accessible, to those in hiding.
• Ihlara Valley
  
  Ihlara Valley was one of the first areas settled by early Christians escaping from Roman persecution. With the defensive structures of Mount Hasan providing defence against Arab invaders, the churches cut into the rock here were able to continue in peaceful worship. Ihlara valley has protected these rock-cut dwellings and churches with frescoes and made it possible for us to admire this unique historical treasury. These frescoed churches and dwellings are scattered all along the way from Ihlara to Selime through the valley.
• Lunch
  
  Lunch in the Valley, experience the different types of Turkish foods.
• Selime Monastery
  
  Selime monastery is the biggest religious building in Cappadocia with a cathedral-size church. Inside the cathedral there are two rows of rock columns. These columns divide the cathedral into three sections. The size of the church is astonishing. The columns and arches of the church, cut directly from the tuff within the Selime monastery, still bear the tell-tale markings of various generations that once occupied it. Rudimentary icons from the early days can be seen more clearly, but detailed frescoes, painted later, are barely visible under the years of soot that covers the surfaces from when the Turks used the room for cooking.
• Pigeon Valley
  
  Pigeon Valley, thousands of pigeon houses carved into the rock. It is a surreal vision: an outrageously phallic landscape straight out of a Salvador Dali painting. The conical formations are the result of volcanic eruptions that took place millions of years ago. Eons of wind, rain and other forces of nature have eaten away at the volcanic rock creating tufa, a soft and malleable stone. Many of these cones, known as fairy chimneys, contain caves and labyrinths.
• Onyx Demonstration
  
  Onyx Demonstration, Cappadocia has the onyx mines where the highest quality onyx is found (brown-veined green onyx is the highest quality, followed by brown-veined beige). Local artisans are experts at making items of jewelry as well as beautiful vases, chess sets, and numerous other attractive artifacts and knick-knacks. Watch a demonstration of how this very hard and brittle stone is cut, shaped and polished, before seeing the many beautiful onyx products. Workshops often sell other traditional and precious items such as hand-beaten copperware, meerschaum pipes, and jewelry made with precious and semi-precious stones, silver, and 22 and 24 carat gold. Local specialties include Hittite-style jewelry and traditional Turkish woven silver bracelets. You will be amazed by the cheap prices!

Frequently Asked Questions

• How can I make a reservation from your website?
• In order to make online payment on our website, you must complete the reservation form specific to each tour after you reach the tour you want to book via the homepage and main menu. Then, every tour and activity you choose will be saved in the basket, just like you do online shopping. After checking your information in the cart, click on deposit or full payment, your bank's page will be opened for a secure payment and you will complete the payment.You can pay the remaining balance in the deposit payments at our office by contacting us after you have settled in your hotel, in cash or by credit card.
• What Information Should I Enter to Make a Reservation?
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• What are the Cancellation Conditions?
• For cancellation requests notified to us at least 24 hours before the start time of the tour program, the fee will be refunded without interruption.In cases where there is less than 24 hours, no refund will be made for cancellation requests unless force majeure is shown.In case of force majeure, it is obligatory to submit documents to us. The refund is made without interruption, taking into account the validity of the document presented.
• Is there a Child Age Limit in the Tour?
• There is no age limit for children. Children aged 0-4 are free of charge as long as they do not sit with their parents and take a seat.
• What are the main attractions included in the Green Tour of Cappadocia?
• The Green Tour typically includes visits to Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery, Yaprakhisar Village, Derinkuyu Underground City, and Pigeon Valley.
• How long does the Green Tour typically last?
• The duration of the Green Tour is usually around 6 to 7 hours, including transportation and sightseeing time.
• Are meals included in the Green Tour, or should I bring my own food?
• Typically, the Green Tour includes a lunch break at a local restaurant or picnic area, and the cost of the meal is often not included in the tour price. Participants can purchase meals on their own during the lunch break.
• Can I book the Green Tour in advance, or can I join it on the day of the tour?
• It is recommended to book the Green Tour in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak tourist seasons. However, joining on the day of the tour might be possible if there are available slots.
• Are there any specific dress codes or recommendations for clothing during the Green Tour?
• Comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes are recommended for the Green Tour. In the hot summer months, it's essential to wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection.
• Is transportation provided during the Green Tour, or should I arrange my own transportation to the starting point?
• Transportation to the starting point of the Green Tour is typically provided by the tour operator. They usually pick up participants from their hotels or designated meeting points.