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Trekking Turkey - Snowshoeing Cappadocia - 7 day tour
Tours and Self-guided Trekking
Itinerary - Day 1 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
Transfer from Kayseri airport to Goreme. Depending on the flight time we can do a few hours walk in Soganli valley.
Day 2 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
We start our day with the spectacular views of the White Valley, with 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 decorated pigeon lofts carved in the rock faces. (Total walk 5 hours). Overnight in the same pension.
Day 3 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
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) Overnight in pension in the lovely town of Mustafapasa.
Day 4 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
Our morning walk through the Pancarlik valley takes us to Ortahisar, a quiet town with a Byzantine/Selcuk 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 our pension in Cavusin village. (5 hours).
Day 5 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
Optional day. In the morning we hike up Bozdag mountain, where a panorama of gleaming scenery is spread out in front of us. (5-6 hours) In the afternoon we drive to the thermal spring at Bayramhacili village and relax in the hot pool. Overnight in the same pension.
Day 6 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
This morning we have a long transfer (1,5 hrs) But on the way we stop for a visit to the underground city of Derinkuyu. Then our vehicle leaves us at Ihlara village. From here we walk through bare poplars by the frozen stream in the Ihlara valley and visit some early Christian Orthodox churches, carved out of valley walls, decorated with wall paintings, mainly from the 9th - 10th centuries. Arriving at Belisirma village, we have a warming lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon we continue our walk to Selime village and we transfer to Goreme. Overnight in pension in Goreme.
Day 7 - Snowshoeing In Cappadocia
The day starts with s short transfer We walk from Cavusin village to Pasabag (1 hr), After a short stop for warm drinks at pasabag, another short transfer brings us to Devrent valley. Where we walk among interesting rock formations. Back to goreme and overnight at the same pension
Day 8 - Airport Transfer
Transfer to Kayseri airport and end of tour.
Grade
Grade B: Treks mean that you will be on trek for 4-6 hours per day, with some loose stone and occasional steep ascents.
Grade C: Demands a bit of experience and fitness to tackle steep slopes and narrow, stony paths for up to 8 hours per day
Equipment
Middle Earth provide snowshoes; you need warm winter walking gear including hats and gloves, good waterproof boots and thick socks, gaiters and trekking poles, snow goggles and a daysack for camera etc.
Accommodation
6 nights in pensions – traditional buildings fitted to a good standard. 1 night hotel. We stay in centrally heated accommodation; most places have traditionally furnished cosy lounges with open fires as well. Twin rooms with en-suite facilities.
Meals
Price includes all meals in Cappadocia. Evening meals taken in restaurants, lunches are either hot picnics served from our bus, or restaurant meals. Prices do not include water or drinks, but the bus will bring hot coffee or tea to our rendezvous points.
Tour includes
- Prices include all meals, guide, transfers and mule support.
- Tea and coffee.
Tour does not include
- Alcoholic and soft drinks which are available at camps or restaurants.
- Entrance fees to historical sites and museums.
Min 6 max 12 pax. For groups under 6 people, a surcharge of £50 is added to the price.
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