A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia
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Is A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia worth booking?
A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia is a 8-hour experience in Goreme, Turkey, from €400 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
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- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- €400 per person
Cappadocia is a great location to spend a private day to discover its magic. Zelve Valley and the Goreme Open-air Museum with its churches carved out of rock, pottery art centre Avanos as well as the Kaymakli underground city where early Christians found refuge are all waiting for you to discover with the narration of your local guide.
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About this experience
Cappadocia is a great location to spend a private day to discover its magic. Zelve Valley and the Goreme Open-air Museum with its churches carved out of rock, pottery art centre Avanos as well as the Kaymakli underground city where early Christians found refuge are all waiting for you to discover with the narration of your local guide.
What's included
Included
- Professional Tour Guide in your preffered language with live commentary.
- Transportation from/to your base-location in Cappadocia.
Not included
- Meals & Drinks.
- Gratuities
- Museum entrance ticket fees
What you'll see and do
Zelve Open Air Museum
The Zelve Open-Air Museum, which once housed one of the largest communities in the region is an amazing cave town, honeycombed with dwellings, religious and secular chambers. Zelve is situated about 10 km out from Goreme on the Avanos road. Here, the Christians and Muslims lived together in perfect harmony, until 1924. Then Christians had to leave the Valley because of the exchange of minorities between Greece and Turkey, and the Muslims were forced to evacuate the Valley in the 50's when life became dangerous due to risk of erosion. They left the site to set up a modern village, a little further on, to which they gave the name Yeni Zelve (New Zelve).
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Fairy Chimneys
Pasabag in Cappadocia is located on the road to Zelve, coming from Goreme or Avanos. Highly remarkable earth pillars can be seen here, in the middle of a vineyard, hence the name of the place which means: the Pacha's vineyard. Pacha means "General", the military rank, in Turkish and it is a very common nick name. This site is also called Monks Valley. The name was derived from some cones carved in tuff stones which stand apart. Currently, there is a vineyard and a number of tuff cones standing right next to the road. Some of these cones split into smaller cones in their upper sections, in which stylites and hermits once hid. The hermitage of Simeon monks was also here. A chapel dedicated to St. Simeon (Simon), and a hermit's shelter is built into one of the fairy chimneys with three heads. The entrance of the cell is decorated with antithetical crosses. Saint Simeon was living in seclusion near Aleppo in the 5th century, when rumours that he made miracles started to spread.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Avanos Oren Yeri
The old city of Avanos, whose name in ancient times was Venessa, overlooks the longest river of Turkey, the Kızılırmak (Red River), which also separates Avanos from the rest of Cappadocia.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Kaymakli Underground City
aymakli underground city is built under the hill known as the Citadel of Kaymakli and was opened to visitors in 1964. The people of Kaymakli (Enegup in Greek) village have constructed their houses around nearly one hundred tunnels of the underground city. The inhabitants of the region still use the most convenient places in the tunnels as cellars, storage areas and stables, which they access through their courtyards. The Kaymakli Underground City has low, narrow and sloping passages. While the underground city consists of 8 floors below ground, only 4 of them are open to the public today, in which the spaces are organized around ventilation shafts.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, tr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TRAVELIUM
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by TRAVELIUM, who run 20 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.0.
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A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Goreme.
How much does A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia cost?
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Prices start at €400 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Goreme usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Goreme is not rushed.
Is A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Goreme, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Goreme can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Goreme and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Goreme within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Goreme?
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On Outty we rank every Goreme experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Red (North) Tour Cappadocia (small group) with lunch and tickets, Green (South) Tour Cappadocia (small group) with lunch and ticket, Cappadocia Green Tour - Classic Route (Popular). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Goreme?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Goreme?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia?
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Included: Professional Tour Guide in your preffered language with live commentary; and Transportation from/to your base-location in Cappadocia. Not included: Meals & Drinks; Gratuities; and Museum entrance ticket fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 337 listed pickup locations in and around Goreme. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Turkish and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to A-Day-Excursion to Glorious Cappadocia if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Goreme. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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