Cappadocia Green Tour with Lunch: Full-Day Guided Tour, Underground City & Ihlara Valley (Entry Tickets Excluded)

KTLY791846 · Cappadocia

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Duration

Full day (8 to 10 hours) (Day Tour)

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About this tour

This full-day Green Tour covers the southern half of Cappadocia, the part most visitors miss. You'll climb down through the tunnels of Derinkuyu Underground City, walk a stretch of the Ihlara Valley canyon past rock-cut churches, and see the towering Selime Monastery carved into the cliffs. A local guide explains the region's volcanic geology and history along the way, with stops at Pigeon Valley and a Turkish lunch factored into the day.

Highlights

Descend into the multi-level tunnels of Derinkuyu Underground City
Walk the Ihlara Valley canyon past Byzantine rock-cut churches
See the cliff-carved Selime Monastery
Take in the views over Pigeon Valley
Learn the region's volcanic geology and history from a local guide

Included / Excluded

Full-day Green Tour of southern Cappadocia
Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking professional guide
Stop at a local leather shop
Pottery workshop with a live demonstration
Stops at Goreme Panorama, Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik), the Underground City and Ihlara Valley (entry per option selected)
Onyx stone workshop visit (per option selected)
Visit to Narligol, the Nar crater lake (per option selected)
Traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant (per option selected)

Good to Know Before Your Green Tour

Hotel pickups run between 09:00 and 10:00, and you're back at your accommodation by late afternoon or early evening, usually around 17:00 to 18:00. Plan on a full day out. Exact times shift a little with the season and the driver's route, but the shape of the day stays the same: travel between sites, guided visits, and a lunch break in between.

Wear comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots, since you'll be on your feet through the Ihlara Valley trail and inside the underground city. Dress in layers because the temperature changes over the course of the day and at different elevations. There's no strict dress code, but modest clothing is appreciated at the churches and monasteries. A hat and sunglasses help for the outdoor stretches.

Available Days / Times

Monday : 09:30
Tuesday : 09:30
Wednesday : 09:30
Thursday : 09:30
Friday : 09:30
Saturday : 09:30
Sunday : 09:30

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36.88€

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FAQs

What does the Cappadocia Green Tour include?

It covers Derinkuyu Underground City, the Ihlara Valley walk, Selime Monastery and Pigeon Valley, along with a guide, hotel transfers and lunch. Some options include entry fees and some ask you to pay them separately, so check the option you book.

How long is the full-day Green Tour?

It runs 8 to 10 hours, from hotel pickup in the morning to drop-off in the late afternoon or early evening.

What is Derinkuyu Underground City?

It's the largest excavated underground city in Turkiye, a multi-level warren dug into the soft volcanic rock. Early Christians used it for shelter during raids.

What is special about Ihlara Valley?

Ihlara is a canyon about 100 meters deep, cut by the Melendiz River, with green vegetation along the bottom. Its rock-cut churches still hold Byzantine frescoes, and many are reachable on the walk.

Is lunch included in the Green Tour?

Most tours include lunch at a local restaurant, often right by the Melendiz River in the Ihlara Valley. Drinks are usually charged separately.

Are entry fees included in the price?

It depends on the option. Some packages cover admission to sites like Derinkuyu and Selime Monastery, while others have you pay on the day, so confirm before you book.

What should I wear for the Green Tour?

Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots are a must for the Ihlara Valley trail and the uneven ground. Dress in layers for the changing temperatures, and bring a hat and sunglasses.

Is the Green Tour suitable for children?

There's a fair amount of walking, plus the valley trail and tight passages in the underground city. Active kids do fine, but very young children or anyone with limited mobility may struggle with parts of it.

How hard is the Ihlara Valley trek?

The walk is around 3 to 4 kilometers on uneven paths with some stairs. It's a moderate effort that suits most fitness levels, but wear proper footwear.