The Classic Red Tour: North Cappadocia
Discover the northern part of Cappadocia, known as the “Red Tour.” This itinerary takes you through the most surreal landscapes of the region. Unlike standard tours, this special version takes you to the Zelve Open Air Museum, an expansive abandoned cave town spread across three valleys, offering a more adventurous and peaceful exploration than the crowded central sites.
Fairy Chimneys, Ancient Cave Villages, and Art
Tour Highlights
Uchisar Castle Panorama: The best viewpoint to start the day, overlooking the entire region.
Zelve Open Air Museum: Explore the three canyons of this abandoned cave village, where Christians and Muslims lived together until 1952.
Pasabag (Monks Valley): Home to the most famous multi-headed fairy chimneys.
Avanos Pottery: Watch a demonstration of the 4,000-year-old kick-wheel pottery tradition.
Devrent (Imagination) Valley: See natural rock formations that look like a camel, seals, and dolphins.
Itinerary
09:30: Pick-up from your hotel.
10:00: Panoramic photo stop at the foot of Uchisar Castle.
10:45: Exploration of Zelve Open Air Museum. Walking through the valleys, visiting ancient cave mosques, churches, and houses.
12:15: Visit Pasabag (Monks Valley) to walk among the “mushroom” rock formations.
13:00: Lunch at a local restaurant in Avanos (by the Red River).
14:00: Visit a traditional pottery workshop to see the craftsmanship of the Hittites.
15:30: Stop at Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) for fun photo opportunities.
16:30: Final stop at Love Valley for a panoramic view of the unique rock pillars.
17:30: Drop-off at your hotel.
Included & Excluded
Included
Professional Licensed English-Speaking Guide
VIP Transportation (Mercedes Vito or similar)
Museum and Entrance Fees
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Excluded
Personal expenses
Drinks during lunch
Tips for guide and driver
Lunch at a local restaurant
Contact Info
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Address: Duayeri Mh. Mehmet Akif Blv. Ethem Tanriver Ish. No: 26/205 Ürgüp 50400 Nevşehir / Turkiye
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Phone: +905475788663
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Mobile: +905396191994
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Opening hours: 9AM – 5PM
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Last Updated: [IJanuary 2026]
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- Child Policy
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0-6 Years: Not permitted to fly for safety reasons.
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- Insurance
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Hot Air Balloon flights include comprehensive passenger liability insurance provided by the operator.
We highly recommend that all travelers purchase their own personal travel insurance to cover flight cancellations, medical emergencies, or lost luggage.
- Health and Conduct
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