Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin
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Is Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin worth booking?
Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin is a 7-hour experience in Goreme, Turkey, from $100 per person. It scores 63 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
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Semi Private Soganlı Valley Rock Ruin Tour takes you to allow you to admire the beauty of the less visited places in Cappadocia like the beautiful Soğanlı valley and Sobessos, a wide view of ancient city with big-rock st
What you get
About this experience
Semi Private Soganlı Valley Rock Ruin Tour takes you to allow you to admire the beauty of the less visited places in Cappadocia like the beautiful Soğanlı valley and Sobessos, a wide view of ancient city with big-rock stones and harming old Greek village of Mustafapaşa.
What's included
Included
- pickup & drop off hotel
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional Tourist Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Ortahisar Kalesi
Ortahisar has picturesque stone houses both old and new, narrow streets and lovely churches. Its most prominent structure is the castle of Ortahisar, a 86 m high natural rock formation which has been used both strategically in the Roman times as a castle and later for accommodation.
20 minutes here
Mustafapasa
Mustafapasa, known as Sinasos where originally Turks and Greeks lived side by side, and the sound of church bells mingled with the call to prayer from the mosque. old stone Greek houses rich in decoratively carved symbols are not to be missed. It’s still possible to walk into some buildings which have the original paintings on the walls, and the town is home to the remains of the largest concentration of modern churches in the region. The Byzantine Greeks left the village during the exchange of populations agreed in the Treaty of Lausanne, and the incoming Turks took over their houses.
30 minutes here
Keslik Monastery
we go to Keşlik Monastery which is like a paradise as location in a valley with beautiful gardens.We see a church which has one of the oldest frescoe decoration in Cappadocia.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Soganli Valley
Soğanlı is about 36 km south of Mustafapaşa, with intereting hiking trails, several old churches and pigeon houses inside the rocks in two walleys. You can have fub exploring the area on your own and getting off the beaten track. There also used to be a traditional Turkish village at Soğanlı, with people living as they had been for centuries.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Sobesos Ancient City
Sobesos Ancient City in Sahinefendi Village is located quiteremote to the main sights in Cappadocia en route to Soganlı Valley. The ancient city was discovered by some treasure -hunters working in the fields in 2002. Today you can see the only Roman Ancient City in Cappadocia with the help of researches and excavations.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Mazi Yeralti Sehri
Mazı underground city has been carved west perpendicular slope of the village into the valley. Detected in 4 different locations input, main entrance hall is built with irregular stones. Big circular stone in the short corridor for control input/output of the underground city.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 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 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MyTrip Travel & Turkey Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cappadocia in a nutshell without crowds
I specifically chose this tour because it combined must-see things in Cappadocia (an underground city, churches built in fairy chimneys and a panoramic view on a castle), but it visited places that are not most popular (yet) and hence not crowded and the driving time was reasonable. The guide, Cengiz, was attentive, provided explanation for all the sights and Cappadocia and organized everything very well, the trip was very smooth. The lunch in a restaurant in a river canyon was delicious (soup, salad and a main dish). I'm very grateful the tour wasn't cancelled although I was the only one joining it that day, I really enjoyed my day and got to see the places I was intetested in. Thank you, Cengiz, and I hope this tour will gain popularity in the future! I would certainly recommend this tour and this company.
via Viator
This tour was great and takes you to many beautiful places where it is still quiet and not yet full of tourist buses
This tour with Cenghiz as guide was great. I had already walked a lot in the valleys around Goreme, but I also wanted to visit some places that could not be reached on foot (a little further away) or by public transport. This tour was perfect for that and it took you to places where not so many or very few tourists come (yet). Cenghiz told everything about everything and (which I like) also left enough time to look around for yourself. I thought the relationship between them was perfect. We went exactly as promised in the description and first to Mustaphasa (Sinasos) (you can also get here by bus, but there is no public transport further into the Sognali Valley), a beautiful village with a remarkable history. . We visited a church and a few rock churches in & around Mustaphase. some from the inside, some only from the outside. Keslik Monastery and in the Sognali Valley also some impressive (and impressively located) rock churches / rock monasteries. We had the excavations and mosaic floor at Sobesos Ancient City and Mazi Underground City all to ourselves, fantastic without the hustle and bustle of tourist buses. A delicious lunch in the Sognali Valley in a green garden and finally along the viewpoint for Ortisar Castle. I would definitely recommend the tour if: - you want the hustle and bustle of tourist buses and groups of tourists - you want an interesting day tour along many different sights (culture and nature/rock formations). - if you want to get to places that cannot be reached on foot or by public transport - small groups and even if you are alone the tour will not be canceled (so far) and you will actually get a private tour - want a guide who grew up in Cappadocia and has a heart for the area and likes to show it to travelers. I would definitely recommend it and I had a beautiful day and saw a lot.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
The Best!!!!
Cenghiz was the absolute best!!!! This was by far the best tour I have gone on in Turkey. Cappadocia cannot get more touristy but this tour takes you to off the beaten path into ancient roman cities, pre-christian history, christianity in the region, and even political dynamics of the 20th century with the Greeks and Turks. My tour turned out to be private as I was the only one who booked it for the day. Cenghiz picked me up from the Zelve Open Air Museum even though I was running a little late there. First we went to the Mustafpasha village, it was a nice journey there. Recognizing the recent history of population exchange showed how intertwined this region was with the world. The ancient city of Sobesos has mosaic floors that rival the famous Ancient cities of the Aegean. The monastery has some of the best frescos I have seen in the region. The underground city is tourist free and you get the entire city to your own. The real star is the Soganli Valley - the most pretty valley of Cappadocia. The pigeon houses, churches, frescos, the dolls of Soganli, the food, the people, the nature all sang to me. The calm and quiet is what I loved. It is a must see for anyone in Cappadocia. In all this Cenghiz was the best guide I could have asked for. He explained the detailed history and aspects of the places. Unlike other tours, I was never rushed and given ample time to even explore the place on my own. In Soganli valley, I had researched some extra churches that I wanted to visit. He was more enthusiastic than me to visit them. He asked locals around and we went on to discover a few churches high up in the cliffs. He went above and beyond for me. We went to a lot of extra places of interests and he gave me to choice to visit them on the route or not. Whom am I to say no! The lunch was absolutely fabulous. All local produced - honey, cheese, butter, bread as appetizers. The soup and the chicken casserole was out of the world. It was the best food I have had outside India that too in a calm, quiet and pretty atmosphere. The view of Mt Erciyes was the cherry on top. Cenghiz took care of all my needs, never rushed me. His passion for this route and the attractions is genuine. His love for his homeland, his region clearly is deeply emotional. Even as all group tours for this region have closed, he offers these tours for similar prices. My balloon tour was cancelled in Cappadocia for the next day due to the winds. He immediately thought of a solution and called up his friends who do balloons in Soganli valley who charged me almost the exact same as my previous tour. Unfortunately, when we reached the next day morning to Soganli, the weather was not kind and the tour here was cancelled as well. What mattered was the ingenuity and the sheer kindness and will to help! He dropped me off at around 5:30 PM at Goreme Open Air museum as per my insistence as Google showed that it was open till 7 PM, against his advice. When I realized that it was closed, I called him to inform he was right. He drove all the way back to pick me up and drop me off at my hotel with a gift. He and his company MyTrip Travels are really doing a phenomenal job. Go on this tour to see Cappadocia tourist free, raw and pristine. Really Recommended !!!!!
via Tripadvisor
THE BEST!!!!!
Cenghiz was the absolute best!!!! This was by far the best tour I have gone on in Turkey. Cappadocia cannot get more touristy but this tour takes you to off the beaten path into ancient roman cities, pre-christian history, christianity in the region, and even political dynamics of the 20th century with the Greeks and Turks. My tour turned out to be private as I was the only one who booked it for the day. Cenghiz picked me up from the Zelve Open Air Museum even though I was running a little late there. First we went to the Mustafpasha village, it was a nice journey there. Recognizing the recent history of population exchange showed how intertwined this region was with the world. The ancient city of Sobesos has mosaic floors that rival the famous Ancient cities of the Aegean. The monastery has some of the best frescos I have seen in the region. The underground city is tourist free and you get the entire city to your own. The real star is the Soganli Valley - the most pretty valley of Cappadocia. The pigeon houses, churches, frescos, the dolls of Soganli, the food, the people, the nature all sang to me. The calm and quiet is what I loved. It is a must see for anyone in Cappadocia. In all this Cenghiz was the best guide I could have asked for. He explained the detailed history and aspects of the places. Unlike other tours, I was never rushed and given ample time to even explore the place on my own. In Soganli valley, I had researched some extra churches that I wanted to visit. He was more enthusiastic than me to visit them. He asked locals around and we went on to discover a few churches high up in the cliffs. He went above and beyond for me. We went to a lot of extra places of interests and he gave me to choice to visit them on the route or not. Whom am I to say no! The lunch was absolutely fabulous. All local produced - honey, cheese, butter, bread as appetizers. The soup and the chicken casserole was out of the world. It was the best food I have had outside India that too in a calm, quiet and pretty atmosphere. The view of Mt Erciyes was the cherry on top. Cenghiz took care of all my needs, never rushed me. His passion for this route and the attractions is genuine. His love for his homeland, his region clearly is deeply emotional. Even as all group tours for this region have closed, he offers these tours for similar prices. My balloon tour was cancelled in Cappadocia for the next day due to the winds. He immediately thought of a solution and called up his friends who do balloons in Soganli valley who charged me almost the exact same as my previous tour. Unfortunately, when we reached the next day morning to Soganli, the weather was not kind and the tour here was cancelled as well. What mattered was the ingenuity and the sheer kindness and will to help! He dropped me off at around 5:30 PM at Goreme Open Air museum as per my insistence as Google showed that it was open till 7 PM, against his advice. When I realized that it was closed, I called him to inform he was right. He drove all the way back to pick me up and drop me off at my hotel with a gift. He and his company MyTrip and Travels are really doing a phenomenal job. Go on this tour to see Cappadocia tourist free, raw and pristine. Really Recommended !!!!!
via Viator
Hidden Gems and Great Service
Cengiz, the tour guide was very knowledgeable and detailed oriented. No shopping built-in to the program. All the sites at the Blue tour are very interesting with a good mix of scenaries, archeological site, underground city and monasteries. When all the tourists are crowding the red and green tour sites, the blue tour sites are hidden gems to be discovered, I had the entire the site to myself so that I can truely enjoy every stops. Food accommodation was good, had lunch/ home cooking in the Soganli Valley under the apple trees. Not the typical tourist buffet food. Will totally recommend the blue tour and My Trip Travel and Turkish Tour!
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
- $100 to $134
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
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Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Goreme.
How much does Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin cost?
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Prices start at $100 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 Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin 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 Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 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 Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin?
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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 Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin 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 Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin?
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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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Guided Tour to Soğanlı Valley Rock Ruin 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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