Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch
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Is Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch worth booking?
Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Goreme, Turkey, from $80 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $80 per person
Discover southern Cappadocia’s underground settlements, dramatic canyons and rock-cut monasteries on a full-day small-group Green Tour. Explore Kaymakli Underground City with a licensed local guide, walk beside the Mele
What you get
- Pick up and Drop Off
- All Taxes
- Lunch
- Museum Tickets
- A/C Vehicle
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
About this experience
Discover southern Cappadocia’s underground settlements, dramatic canyons and rock-cut monasteries on a full-day small-group Green Tour. Explore Kaymakli Underground City with a licensed local guide, walk beside the Melendiz River in Ihlara Valley and enjoy lunch at a selected restaurant near the valley. Continue to the monumental Selime Monastery before finishing with panoramic views over Pigeon Valley. The experience includes Cappadocia hotel pickup and drop-off, transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional licensed guide, standard admission tickets and lunch. With a maximum of 15 travelers, the tour offers a more personal experience than a large coach excursion while keeping the sociable atmosphere of a small group.
What's included
Included
- Pick up and Drop Off
- All Taxes
- Lunch
- Museum Tickets
- A/C Vehicle
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Not included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at Lunch
- Tips ( Optional)
What you'll see and do
Goreme Panorama
Begin at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Göreme and the surrounding Cappadocian landscape. See fairy chimneys, rock formations and cave settlements while your guide introduces the volcanic history of Cappadocia and explains the route for the day. This is also a suitable location for photographs before the longer journey toward southern Cappadocia.
30 minutes here
Kaymakli Underground City
Descend into Kaymakli, one of Cappadocia’s extensive underground settlements. Explore tunnels, living areas, kitchens, storage chambers, ventilation shafts and communal spaces carved beneath the ground. Your guide will explain how local communities used underground settlements for everyday life, food storage, religious activity and protection during periods of danger. The visit includes narrow tunnels, low ceilings, steep steps and uneven surfaces.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ihlara Valley
Enter Ihlara Valley and enjoy a guided walk through a selected section of the canyon. Follow a route beside the Melendiz River, surrounded by high volcanic cliffs, natural vegetation and rock-cut structures. Your guide will explain how the valley became an important settlement and religious area for early Christian communities. The exact walking route may change according to weather, pathway conditions and group mobility.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ihlara Valley
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant in or near Belisirma Village. The menu normally includes Turkish dishes and may vary according to the restaurant and season. Vegetarian meals can be arranged with advance notice. Other dietary requirements are subject to availability. Drinks are not included unless specifically stated in the selected booking option.
45 minutes here
Pigeon Valley
Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Pigeon Valley. See the numerous pigeon houses carved into the cliffs and learn how pigeons once supported local agriculture through the collection of their manure. Enjoy time for photographs before returning to the main Cappadocia hotel areas.
30 minutes here
Selime Monastery
Visit Selime Monastery, a monumental rock-cut complex located near the end of Ihlara Valley. Climb through churches, chambers, tunnels and communal spaces carved into the volcanic rock while your guide explains the historical and religious importance of the site. The elevated position also offers wide views over the surrounding landscape. Selime includes steep, exposed and uneven rocky surfaces. Guests should take care while walking and follow the guide’s instructions.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bien Cappadocia Travel
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect for small groups only spending a few days in the region
This tour was perfect for making the most of a short time in Cappadocia. It was just our group and the tour guide who was incredibly knowledgeable about the stops we made and any other questions we asked him about the region. We were able to customize the time we spent in each location which was great! Very happy with our experience and highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you very much for your kind comment. We are very happy to be your good experience in Turkey. You are always more than welcome again. Best Wishes
via Tripadvisor
Green tour in Capadocia with Hereke Travel
This was a very nice experience even though the weather did not cooperate (it was raining) but we get to go to all the places Busra our guide tour offered, she explained all the history of the places we were going to visit and came along with us to all of them, we had a nice lunch, went to the underground caves (it was incredible) and we even end up tasting wine at a nice winery since we all agreed. She made our tour very pleasant and fun, highly recommended!!
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you very much for your kind comment. We are very happy to be your good experience in Turkey. You are always more than welcome again. Best Wishes
via Tripadvisor
Excellent!!!
Super experience! The Naz Guide spectacular the wonderful places. Cappadocia maximum!!! Thank you guys.
Response from the operator: Hola, Muchas gracias por su amable comentario. Estamos muy contentos de ser su buena experiencia en Turquía. Siempre eres más que bienvenido de nuevo.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Amazing day in Cappadocia!!!
We were very lucky by having Saygu as our guide in Cappadocia, we loved his honesty and experience, which made our day on this highly recommended tour. Nothing negative to say. If you choose him as your guide, you will understand better why we were very satisfied with his service.
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you very much for your kind comment. We are very happy to be your good experience in Turkey. You are always more than welcome again.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing.
Saygu is an amazing guide! From the first moment we felt comfortable with it! He is very funny, intelligent, attentive and polite! The information you give is very concrete, easy to understand and learn! I recommend it for any tour you have available.
Response from the operator: Hola, Muchas gracias por su amable comentario. Estamos muy contentos de ser su buena experiencia en Turquía. Siempre eres más que bienvenido de nuevo.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
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
- Price range
- $80 to $100
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Goreme.
How much does Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $80 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 Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch 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 Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 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 Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch?
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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 Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch 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 Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch?
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Around 2 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 Cappadocia Green Tour: Kaymakli, Ihlara, Selime & Lunch 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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