Cappadocia Unreal – RY Marketplace

Enjoy a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique fairy-tale landscapes Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to see the well-preserved frescoes of the early to middle Christian era Explore an underground city that once served as a military garrison and public shelter Immerse in local cultures along the Soğanli Valley and witness stunning civil architecture examples

Cappadocia is a nature lover’s heaven, with its strange rock formations and beautiful valleys that make one of nature’s most surprising masterpieces. This tour will take you on a journey through Cappadocia’s unique landscapes, where you can explore the fairy-tale-like “fairy chimneys” and volcanic lands while learning about the region’s social and historical contexts. You’ll enjoy a hot air balloon ride over the dramatic landscapes of Rose and Red Valleys and visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to see the well-preserved frescoes of the early to middle Christian era. You’ll also explore an underground city and immerse yourself in local cultures along the Soğanli Valley.

Who This Experience Is Good For

This experience is perfect for anyone who is interested in history, culture, and nature.

Meet Our Local Host 

Your local host is an experienced guide who will share their in-depth knowledge of the region’s geology, history, and culture with you. They are passionate about Cappadocia and will make sure that you have an unforgettable experience.

Itinerary 

Day 1

Early morning flight to Kayseri from Istanbul.

Meet with the guide at Kayseri Airport.

Visit Paşabağ and see the most diverse forms of fairy chimneys.

Check into our hotel in Uchisar, a small town located at the highest point (1200m) in the region. Optional sunset horse riding.

Day 2

Early morning hot air balloon tour.

View the region before gently descending down to the region’s most dramatic landscape of Rose and Red Valleys with unique “fairy chimney” rock towers.

Learn about the geology of Cappadocia, its social and historical contexts.

Hike through an unbelievable area of cave dwellings, rock-cut churches, and even a monastery complex called Church with Columns for a drink.

Enjoy a leisurely and enjoyable meal at a highly rated restaurant.

Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to see the well-preserved frescoes of the early to middle Christian era.

Visit Avanos pottery studios, producing the finest red and white clay ceramics since ancient times.

Witness a Whirling Dervish ritual at Saruhan Caravansarai.

Day 3

Drive to an underground city that served as a military garrison and public shelter in case regional safety was endangered by invaders during the 7th-9th Centuries.

Visit Love Valley to find the tallest fairy chimneys and have a chance to drink fresh orange juice.

Walk around Ortahisar Town for a chat with the locals.

See stunning civil architecture examples while immersing in local cultures along the Soğanli Valley.

Day 4

Have lunch in Ürgüp. Free time before heading back to the airport for the flight to Istanbul. Airport transfers
Ground transportation Guided tour of Cappadocia with an experienced local guide 3 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Uchisar Entrance fees to all sites and attractions All meals mentioned in the itinerary Soft and alcoholic drinks during meals Horse Riding US$ 25 / Per Hour Anything not mentioned above Maximum Capacity: 25 people Booking Deadline: 10 Days before start date Weather Dependent: Yes – Hot Air Balloon Ride is subject to the weather conditions. If the civil aviation authority does not allow balloons to take off, we will have to wait for the next morning. Cappadocia has one of the most suitable weather conditions in the world, so, keep fingers crossed.  Difficulty Level: Easy
Special Clothing Required: Nights and early mornings could be cold, warm clothing is essential Special Dietary Restrictions: No – We will try our best to accommodate most dietary needs if given enough notice.  Extra Cash: Needed 10% for tipping. Also for additional services & souvenirs. ATMs are available in town.  Ground Transportation: All ground transportation is included from Kayseri from Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) to Kayseri airport (ASR) – PC2732  from Kayseri airport (ASR) to Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) – TK7295 *Do not book your flights until the City Manager informs you that the trip is confirmed and running and shares the detailed flight information for you to book. Liabilities: The liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by participants is not assumed by Remote Year or its affiliates. What is the refund policy? All cancellations, by customer or Remote Year will be given in Marketplace credit within 3 days of the cancellationWhen a customer cancels, credit value will be subject to any associated cancellation fees.Credit can be used toward anything on the Marketplace or toward future program fees. If you’d like to use toward Program Fees, please email [email protected] Credit is valid for 24 months from date of the email.  Unless the original purchase was via RY Gift Card.If you would prefer a cash refund,  please email [email protected] within 3 days of receiving the marketplace credit.

Note that any cash refund for customer cancellations will incur a minimum 10% transaction and handling fee

What happens if my booking is changed/cancelled due to weather?

Let’s be real – no one can control the weather, and sometimes things just don’t go as planned. But don’t worry, your City Manager is here to help and will do their best to come up with a solution if an event is affected. We understand that everyone’s schedule is different, so while we can’t guarantee a make-up option will work for everyone, we promise to try our hardest. If you’re unable to attend the make-up date, no problem – we’ll give you a full refund for your booking.

I have a discount or gift code, can I use it to complete my purchase?

Yes, once you add your item to your cart and check out, you will be able to input the code before completing the purchase. If you need help finding your code, please double check your inbox. You received an email from Marketplace with the code.

Can I book for a friend / family member?

Sure! We welcome your friends and family coming to visit you while you travel the world. We do, however, reserve the right to deny access to Friends / Family who are over using RY Services. 

I haven’t received a booking confirmation email, can you help?

Please reach out to us at [email protected] and we’ll help. In some cases, you may have multiple emails associated on the Marketplace and this is causing some confusion. Reach out and we’ll do our best to sort it out! 

If I cannot attend, can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, you may transfer your booking to another Nation Member or Family/Friend. Please notify the City Manager as soon as possible to confirm the change. Please note, in the case of special dietary requirements, we might not be able to accommodate special requests on last minute changes. Any bookings that require advanced ticketing linked to an individual’s ID might not be approved. 

Will I be able to work on this experience? 

If you have to check in with work at any point during the scheduled time, we recommend confirming with the City Manager before booking.

I’m a Nation Member but not on an active program, can I still book? 

We will always prioritize Remotes who are traveling with an active program on experiences. You may be able to book but there is a chance the City Manager will reach out to let you know we have to release your spot for an active Remote. If you’re in a city but not traveling with a program, we recommend reaching out to the City Manager on the Hub to confirm before booking. 

Such an amazing part of the country…

Such an amazing part of the country and there was no better was to experience it than with RY. Everything is taken care of and it was a truly stress free way to see Cappadocia

“Unreal” really is a fitting adjective

I have to be honest, I was on the fence about going to Cappadocia given that it seems a bit pricey. FOMO was too intense and I decided to join last minute. Best decision ever! It was worth every dollar and if we take into account all it includes: – Balloon ride ofc – Nice hotel with amazing breakfast – Lunch was excellent every day! (not the cheap buffet style you find in some tours but proper local restaurants) – Tour guide – Entrance to museaums

– Transportation. This is a big one. It took us everywhere we needed to. We ask the guide “Can we go back to the ceramic place we were yesterday?” BAM! We go there. “Do you know any nice place to buy a Turkish carpet?” BAM! There. The fact that we didn’t have to worry about it together the guide’s insight was a big plus.

…and the bounding moments we shared as a group that made this trip priceless.

Magical experience!