Goreme

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Itinerary

• here you will see the old caves and pigeon houses as the base of Uu00e7hisar Castle Uu00e7hisar Castle, the highest rock formation of the region. Your guide will tell you about geological processes that formed this unique landscape. Here you will have some free time to explore by yourself.

• Kaymaklu0131 Underground City which is the biggest underground settlement discovered so far. It has 12 levels connected with narrow tunnels and rock ladders. You will visit animal stalls, storage spaces for food and weapons, a church, winery, oil press, kitchen, classrooms and other parts of the 5 levels which are open for visitors. Your guide will tell how and why Undergraundcity was made and how people used this amazing place for security in dangerous times.

• Open Air Museum, a hidden valley where you can see many rock-cut churches and their associated buildings; especially dining created from the 10th to the 12th century and are famous for the special rooms (refectories) and kitchens. These churches were fresco paintings decorating the walls and ceilings. Each church has different paintings. Due to the special technique used, the colours can be as vivid as when they were first painted, up to a thousand years ago. The paintings were important sources of information for the people of the time, most of whom could not read or write. Here your guide will give you informatu0131on about Christianity and monastic life in Cappadocia.

• Avanos, a small town known for its ceramics, you will have the opportunity to try your hand at the art yourself.

• LUNCH

• Pau015fabau011f where spectacular mushroom-shaped rock formations can be seen. This is the best place to get up close with the famous 'fairy chimneys' Pau015fabau011f is also called Monks Valley because of the Chapel of Saint Simeon which is located here.

• devrent Valley, which is also known as u0130magination Valley. This valley contains many strangely-shaped rocks which are mostly red in colour. Travellers have been visiting this curious place for centuries, with a variery of explanations for what they see. Some of the most frequently-seen shapes are; a Camel, a Lizard, an Owl, a Snake, a Chicken, a Hand, a Penguin - you will make your own discoveries!

• Gu00f6reme Panorama, a wonderful stop to view the famous fairy chimneys.

• Our country has the best hand-woven carpets in the world, and Cappadocia is one of the best in this regard. Here you can see weaving techniques, how the process works, its place in our culture and many details. Each of the woven carpets is a great art, enjoy it.

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

• Service animals allowed

• Public transportation options are available nearby

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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