Cappadocia green tour

If you're curious about Cappadocia's famous and mysterious underground cities and want to enjoy its unique landscapes, then the Cappadocia Green Tour is exactly what you need. Hiking through Ihlara Valley, one of the largest canyons in the world where fascinating history meets breathtaking nature, will bring you tremendous joy and awe. This is the true magnificence of the Cappadocia Green Tour!
During this excursion, you'll have the chance to visit Selime Cave Monastery – the oldest monastery in Cappadocia – as well as Pigeon Valley. Selime Monastery is also one of the most photogenic spots in the region.
The thrilling Cappadocia Green Tour begins in the morning. You'll be picked up from your hotel in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned bus. The bus will take you to the tour's first stop – the Göreme Panorama point. There you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the town. By the way, this spot is perfect for photos.
Derinkuyu
After a short break, the bus will continue towards Derinkuyu, as your next stop will be the famous underground city. In general, there are 36 underground cities in the Cappadocia region, built long ago by Christians seeking to escape persecution. This underground city is the largest and most well-known, visited by thousands of people every year. It has 8 floors in total, but only four are open to visitors. During your visit, you'll have the chance to see the city's winery, kitchens, and other rooms carved into the earth. Your guide will provide detailed and fascinating information about the city's history and design.
The next stop is the strikingly beautiful Ihlara Valley. This is a canyon along a green river with a total length of 14 km. The bus will drop you off at a specific point where you can walk along the river. Accompanied by your guide, you'll see interesting sights such as the Ağaçaltı Cave Church, built in the 4th century. The church's interior is also adorned with 10th-century paintings.
After this eventful part of the trip, you'll have the chance to recharge and continue the tour by enjoying a delicious meal by the riverside.
Selime Monastery
Once you've rested and relaxed, you'll return to the bus and continue your Cappadocia Green Tour at Selime Cave Monastery. In this area, there's a cliff featuring distinctive rock formations. At the base of the cliff, you'll have the opportunity to visit several fairy chimneys before heading to the monastery. Your guide will share interesting information about this site. The monastery is believed to have been built between the 8th and 10th centuries, and its halls included a missionary school, a church, and living quarters. Directly across, on the rock face, stands another nuns' monastery. The monastery is a wonderful example of architectural design carved into rock. High ceilings, balconies, and spacious rooms will surely impress you.
Next comes a short break at Pigeon Valley. Located on the outskirts of Göreme, it forms an amazing spot for photographs. The valley gets its name from the ancient pigeon houses carved into the rocks. Here you can enjoy panoramic views and admire the surroundings.
The final stop of the Cappadocia Green Tour is scheduled at a traditional onyx workshop. The main material, onyx, is a semi-precious stone containing many minerals. Step by step, an onyx master will carve it and explain the main stages of the process to you.
After spending some time at the onyx factory, you'll return to the bus. The driver will then head back, as this was the last stop of your excursion. The Cappadocia Green Tour is exactly what you need to explore Cappadocia, its main attractions, and understand its culture.
The Cappadocia Green Tour program is the most preferred itinerary throughout all of Cappadocia.