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PRIVATE CAPPADOCIA TOURS

 (Sample Programs)

CAPPADOCIA COMPLETE
We start by visiting the Goreme open-air museum, a UNESCO world heritage, to view some of the fascinating frescoed and rock carved churches. We proceed to visit the historic village of Cavusin, followed by a stroll among the majestic fairy chimneys of Pasabag. We continue to see Sarihan, a 13th century Seljuk caravanserai, very authentically and beautifully restored. We continue to the town of Avanos, renowned mainly for its pottery work. After a stop for lunch, we visit the famous pottery artisans in their traditional rock carved workshops. We will enjoy the panoramic view of Göreme before returning to the hotel.

REMOTE CANYONS
We start travelling across the fertile plains of Cappadocia, passing through several villages and come to one of the largest fascinating multilevel underground city, namely Kaymakli, a unique feature of this region. Then we proceed to Guzelyurt (Gelveri), hometown of St. Gregory Nazianzen. We take a little tour of this very authentic Turkish village. After having lunch, we finally go down into the sheer-sided canyon of Ihlara. This deep canyon is quite lush and a stream runs through it all the way and on both sides there are rock hewn churches. We enjoy a very pleasant and easy 4 Km hike through the Ihlara canyon and we arrive in the Belisirma village, a very authentic and un spoilt village. Then we leave for Selime to visit this surreal ancient monastic site and several rock hewn churches. Returning to the hotel.
 
ROCKS & RUINS
We start by a visit to the Pegion valley. Then we go on, passing through typical Anatolian villages such as Ayvali and Mazi and we finally arrive in the Soğanlı Valley, with its many Byzantine period rock tombs, enjoying a leisurely hike and exploring the Armenian architectural style rock carved churches and monastery ruins. This valley is also known as the ‘Valley of Dolls’. After having lunch in the village, we continue on our way, passing through the village of Sahinefendi, and visiting Sobessos, the rather recently discovered late Roman site, featuring incredible mosaic work. We proceed and pass by Taskinpasa Caravanserai, which now serves as the village library and which features a wonderfully carved stone gate. The next stop will be the Byzantine Keslik Monastery. We continue to arrive in Mustafa pasha (Sinasos), renowned for its excellent Ottoman and Greek architecture. We shall also visit the very first church that was constructed by the Ottomans for the Christian community, after an easygoing stroll, exploring this village. We proceed to Urgüp to explore this ancient town. Then stop to see the famous fairy chimneys “three beauties” on the way to our hotel.

ACTIVITIES

CROSS GOLF

Cross Golf, a kind of golf played in natural environments and respecting nature, started to be in service in Cappadocia as from April 2009 within the leadership of Indigo Tourism. Cappadocia will be the only spot within the Unesco World Heritage in the world where Cross Golf is played. In this game which is played being loyal to the general rules of Golf, there is no hole but just a net. Cross Golf does not give harm to nature in any way, and it is one of the significant examples of “Responsible Tourism” concept in our country.

For more information ; www.crossgolf.com.tr

BALLOON FLIGHTS

One of the most exciting ways to experience the unique landscape and habitation of Cappadocia is to take a hot air balloon trip over the center of this area. Indeed, this is one of the most exhilarating balloon trips found anywhere in the world. Comfortable, quiet, and serene, this balloon adventure is a wonderful way to see the unique landscape as well as peek into the start of daily lives on the ground.

HORSE RIDING

Experience the incredible and unusual beauty of Turkey's Cappadocia region from the back of a horse. Something like a cross between the Grand Canyon and a moonscape, Cappadocia boasts some of the worlds most unusual and spectacular landscapes. Traversing the countless valleys and mountains by horseback brings riders in touch with the area's breath - taking beauty.

MORNING WALKING

Your guide will be Omer Tosun (the owner of Museum Hotel) and Gipsy (Our client relation manager – a cooker :) ). We will kindly ask 10 Euro per person for this lovely morning activity and all money directly goes to Charity for the childs!

WHIRLING DERVISHES CEREMONY (SEMA)

Sema is the inspiration of Mevlânâ Celâleddin-i Rumî (1207 - 1273) as well as part of Turkish custom, history, beliefs and culture. It symbolizes in seven parts the different meanings of a mystic cycle to perfection (Ascension - Mirac). Contemporary science definitely confirms that the fundamental condition of our existence is to revolve...

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