call us 0871 855 2925
LOOKING FOR FLIGHTS?
Visit our sister site at www.flightholiday.co.uk or click here for JTA worldwide flights or click here for Budget flights to Turkish resorts.
For bookings and enquires
call 0871 855 2925
From Europe or North America call:
(+44) 20 8144 7925
From Australasia or the Pacific call:
(+61) 390 1871 86
Skype username:
flightholiday
Trekking Turkey - Cappadocia Trek - 8 day tour
Tours and Self-guided Trekking
The fairy chimneys and secret valleys of Cappadocia offers the opportunity for some of the most fascinating day walks to be enjoyed anywhere in the world. The famous troglodyte villages and the amazing scenery are best enjoyed on foot. Walking possibilities are endless in this area of cave lived valleys and surreal rock formations. The walking is of moderate difficulty and is generally between 4 and 5 hours each day. There is also time en route to visit some of the attractive villages.
Itinerary - Day 1
Meet at Kayseri airport. Drive to Goreme, dinner and overnight in Goreme.
Day 2
We start our day with the spectacular views of the White Valley, from a moderate walk through the vineyards surrounded by fairy chimneys. After visiting the castle of Uchisar we walk down the Pigeon valley, which gets its name from the pigeon lofts on the rock faces. (Total walk 5 hours). Overnight in the same pension.
Day 3
Today we walk through some remote villages where time has stood still. Starting from Kavak, we pass through Bahceli and Ayvali and finish our day at the ruins of the 11th century Greek town of Gomeda. (5 hours) Transfer back to Goreme and overnight in the same pension.
Day 4
After breakfast we take a transfer to Gomeda valley where we finished our walk the day before. Our morning walk through the Pancarlik valley takes us to Ortahisar, a quiet town Byzantine/Seljuck fortress. After a short wander in the town we drive to Kizilcukur (Red valley) where we walk in the afternoon. We finish our walk at Goreme. Overnight in the same pension. (5 hours)
Day 5
Optional day. In the morning we hike up Bozdag mountain, where a panorama of beautiful scenery is spread in front of us. (5-6 hours) In the afternoon we drive to the thermal spring at Bayramhacili village and relax in the hot, open air pool. Overnight in the same pension.
Day 6
Starting at 8.30 from Goreme, our transfer takes us to Ihlara town centre (1.15 hours). After a short tea break, we walk about 3.5 hours and en route visit three rock-cut churches. After a late lunch at around 13.30, we continue walking by the river down to the monastery at Selime Village which is famous for its 300 steps. On the way back we drive to a volcanic crater lake and stop for a quick swim. Returning to Goreme, we have dinner in a nice local restaurant. Overnight at the same pension. (6 hrs walk).
Day 7
Our final walk in Cappadocia. After walking from Cavusin village to Pasabag (1 hr), we visit the Zelve open air museum. After lunch we leave for Kayseri. (1 hour drive) Transfer to Kayseri airport.
Grade:
Grade A: Treks are suitable for beginners and Sunday strollers.
Equipment:
Trekkers need good walking boots, daysack (approximately 40 lt), warm clothing, sunglasses, sunhat, suncream, raingear (preferably breathable such as goretex). Walking sticks are recommended.
Accommodation and meals:
6 nights pension. Lunches will be picnics. Trekkers are expected to carry some part of the food for lunch. Evening meals in local restaurants.
Inclusions:
Prices include all meals, guide, transfers and mule support. Tea and coffee are included, but alcoholic and soft drinks which are available at camps or restaurants and entrance fees to historical sites and museums are excluded.
Min 6 max 16 pax. For groups under 6 people, a surcharge of £50 is added to the price.
Have you considered your visa requirements? Tour Dates
Tour Prices
Make a ReservationPlease use our online booking reservation service where available - if you need any further assistance or to book please feel free to call or email us with your booking. Until you have received a receipted invoice (by post fax or email) your reservation has been recorded but not been confirmed. This is similar to an airline wait-listing. This may only affect you if we have had major changes to the tour. |  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||