Cappadocia South Tour
Hotel Pick-Up
Begin your adventure with a morning pick-up from your Cappadocia hotel. Meet your professional English-speaking guide and join a small group for an intimate, informative experience through the southern highlights of Cappadocia.
Rose Valley
Your day starts with a visit to the breathtaking Rose Valley, one of Cappadocia’s most beautiful and colorful landscapes.
Named for its naturally pink-hued rock formations, Rose Valley offers stunning views and hidden cave churches carved by early Christians.
You’ll walk along gentle trails surrounded by fairy chimneys and ancient dwellings, with plenty of time for photos.
Cavusin Village
Next, explore Cavusin, a historic Greek-Christian village surrounded by dramatic rock formations.
This ancient settlement is home to rock-cut churches and cave houses, some still standing as reminders of Cappadocia’s early Christian heritage.
Your guide will share stories of the locals who once lived here and how the region’s communities carved their homes directly into the volcanic rock.
Pigeon Valley
Continue to Pigeon Valley, a picturesque spot named after the thousands of dovecotes carved into the soft rock by locals to collect guano for fertilizer.
From the panoramic viewpoint, you’ll enjoy sweeping vistas of Uchisar Castle and the surrounding valleys — one of the most scenic and photographed areas of Cappadocia.
Underground City
Next, descend into one of Cappadocia’s famous underground cities, built by early Christians to escape Roman persecution.
These vast subterranean complexes once housed up to 15,000 people and feature bedrooms, kitchens, churches, meeting halls, and food storage rooms.
You’ll explore winding corridors and multi-level tunnels that reveal how these ancient communities survived for centuries beneath the surface.
Ortahisar Village
Your final stop is the charming Ortahisar Village, known for its friendly locals, narrow stone streets, and the towering Ortahisar Castle, a natural rock formation that dominates the skyline.
Enjoy some free time to explore, take photos, or relax at a local café before your return journey.
Lunch at a Local Restaurant
During the tour, enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch featuring regional specialties at a local restaurant — a delicious break between adventures.
Return to Hotel
After a day filled with history, exploration, and spectacular scenery, relax in your comfortable vehicle as you’re transferred back to your hotel.