Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour in Goreme
Goreme, Turkey

Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour

Outty Ranking 47 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $330

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Is Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour worth booking?

Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour is a 7-hour experience in Goreme, Turkey, from $330 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
7 hours
From
$330 per person

According to Lonely Planet, the Ihlara tour, also known as the Green Tour, is an excellent itinerary that covers the highlights of South Cappadocia. It is a great option to combine with North Cappadocia to see the best o

What you get

    About this experience

    According to Lonely Planet, the Ihlara tour, also known as the Green Tour, is an excellent itinerary that covers the highlights of South Cappadocia. It is a great option to combine with North Cappadocia to see the best of the region.

    What's included

    Included

    • All entrance fees
    • Lunch
    • Transfers to/from any cave accommodation
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Professional tour guide

    What you'll see and do

    1. Kaymakli Underground City

      Derinkuyu is the largest underground city in Cappadocia, with seven floors and a depth of 85 meters. The city has all the usual rooms found in an underground city such as stables, cellars, storage rooms, refectories, churches, wineries, and even a missionary school. The missionary school features a large room with a vaulted ceiling and study rooms set apart on the left. The descent to the cruciform plan church on the lowest floor is taken care of by vertical staircases from the third and fourth floors. The ventilation shaft, which is 55 meters deep, was also used as a well. To protect inhabitants from poisoning during raids, some floors were intentionally left without surface access. Although the city was opened to visitors in 1965, only 10% of the city is currently available for visitation.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Ihlara Valley

      Early Christians carved their rock houses and temples out of tuffs in the valley of Ihlara, where the Melendiz River flows. The locals are known as "Peristrema," which means "the people of circulating waters," due to the water flowing through Ilhara. Trying to find the source of this water in Ihlara is like searching for the meaning of life. It takes approximately 2.5 hours to walk from Ihlara Vadisi to Belisirma, and around 3 hours to walk from Belisirma to Selime.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Belisirma

      Visitors to the Ihlara Valley can enjoy a Turkish and Western-style lunch in Belisirma, which includes a variety of delicious dishes and desserts.

      60 minutes here

    4. Pigeon Valley

      A stop on the outskirts of Goreme reveals Pigeon Valley, with centuries-old pigeon houses carved from the cliffs. In those times, many farmers used pigeon manure as fertilizer for their crops.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Selime Monastery

      Selime Monastery stands out with its vast kitchen and soaring chimney. This rock-cut structure consists of a church surrounded by a gallery. The monastery also features stables with feeding troughs and other relics of the troglodyte lifestyle.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    6. Goreme Panorama

      Solidified lava flows from the Neocene period have carved the stunning ash and tuff landscape of Goreme. Thousands of years of erosion have resulted in a beautiful lunar landscape, filled with fairy chimneys of various colors.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Guide: English

      Pickup included

    • Guide: Spanish

      Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    SAILNSTAY

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Julie L · June 2024

    A place like no other with awesome topography, tours and lovely people.

    We thoroughly enjoyed the Hot Air Ballooning, Red Tour, Green Tour and Turkish Dinner and Night Entertainment when we visited Goreme in June! A terrific region, lovely helpful people and well developed and produced tours that enabled us to sit back and relax until we wanted to explore all the sites we visited. A place like no other.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $330 to $740
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 47

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)88
    Review evidence (18% weight)11
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)6
    Listing quality (10% weight)62
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Goreme.

    How much does Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $330 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: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour take?

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    Plan for about 7 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: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour 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 (5/5 across 1 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: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour?

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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: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour?

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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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Cappadocia: Private Ihlara and Underground City Day Tour 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.

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