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Auswalk Walking Holiday rated "excellent" by232 travellers
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SELF-GUIDED
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7 DAYS
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Easyto
Moderate
PRICE FROM
£ 1,150 per person
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
£ 290 per person
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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
Cappadocia is undeniably epic, and its allure stems from a captivating blend of natural wonders and rich history. This unique region in central Turkey is a geological masterpiece, characterized by its surreal landscapes of fairy chimneys, whimsical rock formations, and underground cities. The epic scenery creates an otherworldly backdrop that feels straight out of a fantasy novel.
It’s a land with a history as deep as the underground cities it shelters. Carved into the soft volcanic rock, ancient civilizations created hidden refuges and cave dwellings, preserving their stories and secrets for millennia. The Göreme Open-Air Museum boasts a treasure trove of Byzantine frescoes, depicting a rich tapestry of history and faith.?
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walk the best of the walks in the Cappadocia region
- Enjoy the spectacular views as you walk and immerse yourself in this unique part of Turkish history and culture
- Stay in cave hotels carved into the rock
- Enjoy the region’s warm hospitality and mouthwatering cuisine
- The option (at your own cost) to silently float above its stunning landscapes in a hot air balloon at sunrise (weather dependent)
- Immerse yourself in the Turkish culture and stay in small family-run accommodations in Turkish Villages well away from the crowds
ITINERARY
DAY one
Arrival in Cappadocia
Upon your arrival at Kayseri airport, our representative will be there to greet you. From the airport, you will driven to the one-of-a-kind region of Cappadocia, where we will spend the night in the picturesque town of Ortahisar. To welcome you, we’ll have a bottle of wine per person and a refreshing fruit plate in your room.
Accommodation: 2 Nights in Ortahisar at the hotel
DAY two
Ortahisar - Ibrahimpasa Circular Walk
Today, you will embark on a captivating circular walk starting from Ortahisar. Our route takes us along well-maintained walking tracks through vineyard gardens until we reach the charming village of Ibrahimpasa. The historical stone bridges and original Greek stone houses are all part of the authentic ambience of this place. Relax and enjoy a traditional Turkish tea, known as “cay,” while in Ibrahimpasa.
Leaving Ibrahimpasa, a scenic path guides us through a very beautiful valley with breathtaking geological formations, leading us back to Ortahisar. Throughout the journey, you’ll be surrounded by stunning rock formations and remarkable landscapes that this region is famous for.
Walking distance: 12.48 km / 4-5 hours
Ascent: 273m; Descent: 272m
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY three
Ortahisar - Meskendir Valley - Red & Rose Valley - Cavusin Village
After breakfast, you depart Ortahisar and walk into the Meskendir Valley. Along the way, you’ll encounter ancient cave houses and complexes from the early Christian civilization. As you continue, the walk transitions into the stunning Red Valley, renowned for its striking rock formations and vibrant colours. In the Red Valley, you can explore hidden churches such as the Uzumlu Church (Grape Church) and the Church of the Three Crosses, which are believed to date back to the 8th or 9th century. The decorative reliefs and frescoes that these churches are renown for were added in the 10th or 11th century.
Our journey through the Red & Rose Valley concludes in Cavusin, where we will spend the next two nights.
Walking: 10.3 km / 4-5 hours
Ascent: 162m: Descent: 325m
Accommodation: 2 Nights in Cavusin at the hotel
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY four
Cavusin to Bozdag & Balkan Route
Your day begins with a hike from Cavusin, ascending the Bozdag summit route. Along the summit, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of Cappadocia’s stunning landscape. After crossing several small hills on the summit plateau, we’ll reach the flagpole, offering a magnificent view of the entire region. We then descend along the Balkan route, running parallel to Bozdag, and relish the vistas of the Rose Valley and Red Valley before returning to Cavusin.
Walking: 9.90 km /4 hours
Ascent: 302m; Descent: 301m
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Cavusin
DAY five
Cavusin - Akvadi (White Valley) - Uchisar - Pigeon Valley - Goreme
Following breakfast, you leave Cavusin and embark on a hike in the Akvadi (The White Valley). This trail follows an old riverbed, now used for vineyards. By midday, you arrive at Uchisar village, where you can visit the high viewpoint known as “The Fortress.” Uchisar features many rooms carved into the rock, interconnected by stairs, tunnels, and passages, offering a magnificent panorama of the surroundings.
Continuing your journey, you pass through the Pigeon Valley, featuring remarkable natural cliffs and hand-carved caves, including tunnels carved into the rock. Your walk concludes in Goreme village, where we will spend the next two nights.
Walking: 14.18 km/ 5-6 hours
Ascent: 390m; Descent: 335m
Accommodation: Goreme at a hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY six
Goreme to Zemi Valley & Goreme Open Air Museum
Your route out of Goreme village takes you into Zemi Valley, a lush green valley with wind-eroded volcanic rocks and towering poplar trees. At the valley’s end, you’ll have the opportunity to visit El Nazar Church, carved from a single rock in a ‘T’ shape, featuring frescoes in chronological order dating back to the end of the 10th century.
Before returning to Goreme village, you can explore the Goreme Open Air Museum, where soft rocks were carved into houses, churches, and monasteries by the Christian people of Cappadocia. These sanctuaries contain numerous examples of Byzantine art from the post-iconoclastic period, with unique frescoes.
Walking: 13.39 km / 5 hours
Ascent: 348m: Descent: 347m
Accommodation: Goreme at a hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY seven
Departure - Transfer to Kayseri Airport
On the final day of your journey, you will be transferred back to Kayseri airport, where the walk concludes.
Meals: Breakfast
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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WALK WITH A LIGHT PACK
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ECO TRAVEL
- Private vehicle transfers to all destinations specified in the itinerary.
- On Days 1 and 7, one-way arrival and departure transfers between Kayseri Airport and the hotel in Cappadocia.
- Private vehicle transfers for luggage between overnight accommodations.
- Accommodations in hotels and pensions, with standard double/twin rooms.
- 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners are provided at overnight accommodations as a fixed menu – note dinner service is available until 20:30/21:00.
- Comprehensive notes and GPS track coordinates.
ACCOMMODATION & DINING
All the accommodations on this walk are good quality small family-run cave hotels, guesthouses or hotels. They are typical of the region and well off the tourist routes.
Some of the lodgings have in-house dining/restaurants. What’s most important is that you will receive a warm welcome and get to enjoy the Turkish hospitality that out-of-the-city regions are famous for. The accommodation locations are beautiful and are also in more remote parts of Cappadocia and less frequented.
A set menu is provided when dinner is offered in-house at your accommodation.
GENERAL INFO
Availability
This trip is available April to November. However generally, it can get hot in Cappadocia in summer ( starting early will avoid the heat) and very cold in winter. Autumn and spring remain the best times to walk.
Weather Cappadocia
HOW TO GET THERE
You need to fly to Kayseri Airport in Turkey, where you will picked up and taken to your first accommodation. You can fly to Kayseri Airport from popular cities such as Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hanover, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Vienna! Flightscanner is a useful resource. It is easier to fly from Istanbul to Kayseri than other forms of travel.
The Walking
This walk is not challenging and leaves you ample time to explore the gorgeous small villages, ancient ruins and cave dwellings. It also leaves time to relax and enjoy the region away from the crowds.
The tracks and trails on this tour are reasonably flat. The average length of the walks is around 14km. We have given elevations on the itinerary days.
Being reasonably active and preparing a little will make the journey enjoyable. We would suggest an exercise regime that incorporates walking 10km would be useful.
We will provide you with comprehensive walk notes, a summary of daily walks, maps (and GPX tracks if you require to use them for your own device).
The maps on the website are provided to give you a brief idea of the walking but are not an exact depiction of the walks.
LUGGAGE TRANSFERS
Each morning it will be up to you to place your luggage at the designated luggage pick-up point when necessary within the accommodation by 8.00 a.m. This generally will be at reception or where you pick up your luggage the night before. Please consult your hosts if any details.
INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred by our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
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Overview
Cappadocia is undeniably epic, and its allure stems from a captivating blend of natural wonders and rich history. This unique region in central Turkey is a geological masterpiece, characterized by its surreal landscapes of fairy chimneys, whimsical rock formations, and underground cities. The epic scenery creates an otherworldly backdrop that feels straight out of a fantasy novel.
It’s a land with a history as deep as the underground cities it shelters. Carved into the soft volcanic rock, ancient civilizations created hidden refuges and cave dwellings, preserving their stories and secrets for millennia. The Göreme Open-Air Museum boasts a treasure trove of Byzantine frescoes, depicting a rich tapestry of history and faith.?
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Walk the best of the walks in the Cappadocia region
- Enjoy the spectacular views as you walk and immerse yourself in this unique part of Turkish history and culture
- Stay in cave hotels carved into the rock
- Enjoy the region’s warm hospitality and mouthwatering cuisine
- The option (at your own cost) to silently float above its stunning landscapes in a hot air balloon at sunrise (weather dependent)
- Immerse yourself in the Turkish culture and stay in small family-run accommodations in Turkish Villages well away from the crowds
Itinerary
DAY one
Arrival in Cappadocia
Upon your arrival at Kayseri airport, our representative will be there to greet you. From the airport, you will driven to the one-of-a-kind region of Cappadocia, where we will spend the night in the picturesque town of Ortahisar. To welcome you, we’ll have a bottle of wine per person and a refreshing fruit plate in your room.
Accommodation: 2 Nights in Ortahisar at the hotel
DAY two
Ortahisar - Ibrahimpasa Circular Walk
Today, you will embark on a captivating circular walk starting from Ortahisar. Our route takes us along well-maintained walking tracks through vineyard gardens until we reach the charming village of Ibrahimpasa. The historical stone bridges and original Greek stone houses are all part of the authentic ambience of this place. Relax and enjoy a traditional Turkish tea, known as “cay,” while in Ibrahimpasa.
Leaving Ibrahimpasa, a scenic path guides us through a very beautiful valley with breathtaking geological formations, leading us back to Ortahisar. Throughout the journey, you’ll be surrounded by stunning rock formations and remarkable landscapes that this region is famous for.
Walking distance: 12.48 km / 4-5 hours
Ascent: 273m; Descent: 272m
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY three
Ortahisar - Meskendir Valley - Red & Rose Valley - Cavusin Village
After breakfast, you depart Ortahisar and walk into the Meskendir Valley. Along the way, you’ll encounter ancient cave houses and complexes from the early Christian civilization. As you continue, the walk transitions into the stunning Red Valley, renowned for its striking rock formations and vibrant colours. In the Red Valley, you can explore hidden churches such as the Uzumlu Church (Grape Church) and the Church of the Three Crosses, which are believed to date back to the 8th or 9th century. The decorative reliefs and frescoes that these churches are renown for were added in the 10th or 11th century.
Our journey through the Red & Rose Valley concludes in Cavusin, where we will spend the next two nights.
Walking: 10.3 km / 4-5 hours
Ascent: 162m: Descent: 325m
Accommodation: 2 Nights in Cavusin at the hotel
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY four
Cavusin to Bozdag & Balkan Route
Your day begins with a hike from Cavusin, ascending the Bozdag summit route. Along the summit, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of Cappadocia’s stunning landscape. After crossing several small hills on the summit plateau, we’ll reach the flagpole, offering a magnificent view of the entire region. We then descend along the Balkan route, running parallel to Bozdag, and relish the vistas of the Rose Valley and Red Valley before returning to Cavusin.
Walking: 9.90 km /4 hours
Ascent: 302m; Descent: 301m
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Cavusin
DAY five
Cavusin - Akvadi (White Valley) - Uchisar - Pigeon Valley - Goreme
Following breakfast, you leave Cavusin and embark on a hike in the Akvadi (The White Valley). This trail follows an old riverbed, now used for vineyards. By midday, you arrive at Uchisar village, where you can visit the high viewpoint known as “The Fortress.” Uchisar features many rooms carved into the rock, interconnected by stairs, tunnels, and passages, offering a magnificent panorama of the surroundings.
Continuing your journey, you pass through the Pigeon Valley, featuring remarkable natural cliffs and hand-carved caves, including tunnels carved into the rock. Your walk concludes in Goreme village, where we will spend the next two nights.
Walking: 14.18 km/ 5-6 hours
Ascent: 390m; Descent: 335m
Accommodation: Goreme at a hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY six
Goreme to Zemi Valley & Goreme Open Air Museum
Your route out of Goreme village takes you into Zemi Valley, a lush green valley with wind-eroded volcanic rocks and towering poplar trees. At the valley’s end, you’ll have the opportunity to visit El Nazar Church, carved from a single rock in a ‘T’ shape, featuring frescoes in chronological order dating back to the end of the 10th century.
Before returning to Goreme village, you can explore the Goreme Open Air Museum, where soft rocks were carved into houses, churches, and monasteries by the Christian people of Cappadocia. These sanctuaries contain numerous examples of Byzantine art from the post-iconoclastic period, with unique frescoes.
Walking: 13.39 km / 5 hours
Ascent: 348m: Descent: 347m
Accommodation: Goreme at a hotel
Meals: Breakfast
DAY seven
Departure - Transfer to Kayseri Airport
On the final day of your journey, you will be transferred back to Kayseri airport, where the walk concludes.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
-
WALK WITH A LIGHT PACK
-
ECO TRAVEL
- Private vehicle transfers to all destinations specified in the itinerary.
- On Days 1 and 7, one-way arrival and departure transfers between Kayseri Airport and the hotel in Cappadocia.
- Private vehicle transfers for luggage between overnight accommodations.
- Accommodations in hotels and pensions, with standard double/twin rooms.
- 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners are provided at overnight accommodations as a fixed menu – note dinner service is available until 20:30/21:00.
- Comprehensive notes and GPS track coordinates.
Accommodation & Dining
All the accommodations on this walk are good quality small family-run cave hotels, guesthouses or hotels. They are typical of the region and well off the tourist routes.
Some of the lodgings have in-house dining/restaurants. What’s most important is that you will receive a warm welcome and get to enjoy the Turkish hospitality that out-of-the-city regions are famous for. The accommodation locations are beautiful and are also in more remote parts of Cappadocia and less frequented.
A set menu is provided when dinner is offered in-house at your accommodation.
General Info
Availability
This trip is available April to November. However generally, it can get hot in Cappadocia in summer ( starting early will avoid the heat) and very cold in winter. Autumn and spring remain the best times to walk.
Weather Cappadocia
HOW TO GET THERE
You need to fly to Kayseri Airport in Turkey, where you will picked up and taken to your first accommodation. You can fly to Kayseri Airport from popular cities such as Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hanover, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Vienna! Flightscanner is a useful resource. It is easier to fly from Istanbul to Kayseri than other forms of travel.
The Walking
This walk is not challenging and leaves you ample time to explore the gorgeous small villages, ancient ruins and cave dwellings. It also leaves time to relax and enjoy the region away from the crowds.
The tracks and trails on this tour are reasonably flat. The average length of the walks is around 14km. We have given elevations on the itinerary days.
Being reasonably active and preparing a little will make the journey enjoyable. We would suggest an exercise regime that incorporates walking 10km would be useful.
We will provide you with comprehensive walk notes, a summary of daily walks, maps (and GPX tracks if you require to use them for your own device).
The maps on the website are provided to give you a brief idea of the walking but are not an exact depiction of the walks.
LUGGAGE TRANSFERS
Each morning it will be up to you to place your luggage at the designated luggage pick-up point when necessary within the accommodation by 8.00 a.m. This generally will be at reception or where you pick up your luggage the night before. Please consult your hosts if any details.
INSURANCE
We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.
For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.
We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred by our suppliers and in the office. See the FAQ section for more information.
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