Cappadocia 2 days

Description

Day 1

At 6:00 AM, check-out from the hotel. The first stop for breakfast in a serene and picturesque location (bring a packed lunch from the hotel); Visit the underground rock settlement of Saratli - a cave city along the famous Christian Pilgrimage route, with seven stories in height; Guided tour of the rock city of Chavushin and its main attraction - the honeycombed rock formations resembling a piece of cheese; Visit the beautiful Uchisar Valley (translated as 'Three Beauties') - a renowned natural exhibit with panoramic viewpoints for photos; Journey to the Goreme region - the heart of colorful Cappadocia: a walk through the town streets, past ensembles of ancient Christian churches, unique Byzantine frescoes, and ancient paintings; Explore the legendary local Goreme Museum - a national historical and natural complex; Enjoy a buffet lunch at an ethnically themed local cafe (unusual ethnic dishes); Tour a mini-market of Anatolian stones and the opportunity to purchase onyx souvenirs - jewelry, amulets, figurines; Stop for photos at the viewpoint of Ihlara Valley - a unique volcanic canyon; Excursion through Pashabag Valley - astonishing panoramas of two- and three-headed stone 'mushrooms'; Photo stop at the Rose Valley, famous for its gently pink-colored rock formations; Pause for photos at the Kizilirmak River Valley - the 'Red River' known for its vividly red water color after rainfall; Visit an ethnic carpet and pottery workshop in Avanos, with an informative presentation on pottery art and a demonstration of clayware production. Overnight stop at a local hotel decorated in the famous cave style.

Day 2

Утренний выезд на Парад Шаров для желающих полетать на шаре (по желанию, +250$ за человека). Путешествие на воздушном шаре (длительность 1 час) —  захватывающее зрелище, когда в небе находится 250 шаров или 2000 человек одновременно; Завтрак в отеле, сдача номеров и выезд из гостиницы; Посещение мастерской гончарного дела, демонстрация глиняных шедевров и небольшая пауза у сувенирной лавки; Прогулка и остановка для фото в долине Голубей Гюверджинлик — сюрреалистичные пейзажи, старинные христианские церкви, уникальные местные колумбарии (голубятни); Обзорная экскурсия по старинному караванному дому — древней стоянке для путешественников и торговых караванов Шелкового Пути. Шведский стол из блюд местной национальной кухни в ресторане (остановка на обед); Около 19:00 возвращение в отели Алании.

Included:

• Transfers from the hotel and back
• All transfers according to the route on a comfortable air-conditioned bus
• English speaking guide
• Insurance
• One night at the hotel
• Meals: Dinner, Breakfast

Not included:

• Полет на воздушном шаре на рассвете (по желанию, +250$ за человека)
• Lunches at the restaurant
• "Turkish Night" show
• Entrance tickets to the Goreme Park ($12)

Take with you:

• Breakfast to go (at the hotel reception, explain that you are leaving early in the morning for an excursion and need a packed lunch; hotels will provide this service for free).
• Water
• Comfortable shoes
• Camera
• Money for personal expenses