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Cappadocia Shopping Tour: Pottery, Carpets, Leather & Onyx
- Duration2 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAgent Low Quality Product, Bus Tours
Overview
Discover Cappadocia’s traditional crafts and specialist shopping centers on a private half-day experience with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Visit a pottery workshop, a Turkish carpet and kilim showroom, a leather center and an onyx and gemstone workshop. Watch selected craft demonstrations, learn how different products are made and browse collections directly at established local businesses.
The experience is reserved exclusively for your group and includes private transportation between the workshops. The time spent at each location can be adjusted according to your interests.
Purchases are entirely optional. There is no obligation to buy anything during the tour, and guests are welcome to enjoy the demonstrations and presentations without making a purchase.
This is a dedicated shopping experience rather than a historical sightseeing tour. Attraction visits and museum admission tickets are not included.
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What's included
Private transportation
All Taxes
Hotel Pickup and Drop Off
Guide
What's Not included
Personal Expenses
Tips
Itinerary
Begin with a visit to an established pottery workshop in Avanos or the surrounding Cappadocia region.nnLearn how local clay is shaped, decorated and fired using techniques connected with the regionu2019s long pottery tradition. Watch an artisan demonstrate the pottery wheel and the different stages of ceramic production.nnDepending on workshop availability, a guest may also be invited to try shaping clay on the pottery wheel.nnAfter the demonstration, browse handmade and hand-painted ceramics including plates, bowls, vases, decorative objects and traditional designs.nnPurchases are entirely optional.
Visit a specialist Turkish carpet and kilim showroom.nnLearn about the differences between wool, cotton and silk carpets and see examples of traditional patterns, regional designs, natural dyes and hand-knotting techniques.nnA weaving demonstration or carpet presentation may be provided depending on the workshopu2019s operating schedule.nnYour host can assist with general product information, but customers should independently review the material, size, price, shipping conditions and documentation before purchasing.nnThere is no obligation to buy anything.
Continue to a specialist leather showroom featuring jackets, coats, bags, accessories and other leather products.nnBrowse the collections and learn about different types of leather, finishes, designs and sizing.nnA short product presentation or fashion demonstration may be offered depending on availability.nnGuests interested in making a purchase should confirm the material, size, alterations, delivery terms and return conditions directly with the retailer.nnPurchases are optional.
isit a local onyx and gemstone workshop.nnLearn how onyx and other stones are cut, shaped and polished for jewelry, decorative items and souvenirs. Browse products made with onyx, turquoise and other stones commonly sold in the region.nnWorkshop staff may explain stone types, production methods and product characteristics.nnGuests should confirm authenticity, certification, warranty and shipping conditions directly with the retailer before purchasing valuable items.nnThere is no obligation to make a purchase.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.