Distract yourself from your daily routine and discover the city of Kayseri with its outstanding Turkish Seljuk-era architecture and bazaars. As one of the oldest cities in Anatolia with six thousand years of civilization, Kayseri has a diverse culture and gastronomy, a huge forest and a 102 km long ski center on the slopes of Erciyes. It is a very lively city all year round with many activities from skiing in December to off-road adventure Jeep Safari.
Marvel at the magic of Cappadocia with its unique volcanic eruption structure, where residents have made homes in caves. This UNESCO heritage site is a unique volcanic formation with cave churches, houses and towns dug up to 60 metres deep. It is one of Turkey's most famous areas, full of amazing rock formations, fairy chimneys and lunar landscapes. The tour can be modified if necessary, while respecting the proposed visits.
- Day 1: Arrival in Kayseri
- • Welcome at the airport of Kayseri by our guide, then transfer and installation at the hotel.
- • Guided tour of a historical monument, the ancient castle of Kayseri, where you will find several craft stores. Free time.
- • After lunch, we will go up to Erciyes Mountain, the most famous ski resort of the country. Enjoy different attractions such as panoramic cable car ride, skiing or Jeep Safari depending on the season.
- • Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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- Day 2: Departure for Cappadocia
- • Breakfast at the hotel.
- • Departure to Cappadocia. Our journey will take only 30 minutes to arrive in the region.
- • We will start the discovery of this beautiful region with a short tour to the Red Valley. Then we will visit the Göreme Open Air Museum which is one of the most fascinating sites in the world, where the beauty of nature and the intervention of man blend together. Then we will continue to stroll among the troglodyte houses and stop for a good Turkish tea on the terrace. We will also visit the ancient Greek town, the Zelve Valley Open Air Museum and Pasabag Valley, also known as the "Monks Valley", the most popular fairy chimney areas in Cappadocia.
- • Check-in, dinner and overnight at the Cappadocia hotel.
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- Day 3: Full Day Cappadocia Tour
- • Breakfast at the hotel.
- • For those who like to watch the sunrise, we offer an unforgettable hot air balloon ride.
- • Afterwards, we will go to the Love Valley (Asiklar Vadisi) and the village of Uchisar to admire its unique rock formations and fairy chimneys. Then we will go up to Uchisar Castle where you will find the most beautiful panoramic view of Cappadocia.
- • Then there will be a stop at the village of Ortahisar. We will visit the traditional pottery and ceramic workshops, shaping of onyx, and small shops.
- • Turkish Night Show (optional).
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- Day 4: Departure from Cappadocia
- • Breakfast at the hotel.
- • Airport transfer and assistance with check-in formalities.
Includes:
- • Transportation, transfers, comfortable and air-conditioned bus
- • Professional English and French speaking guide
- • Entrance fees for the sites on the itinerary
- • Full board in the hotel (overnight accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Excludes:
- • Drinks, personal expenses
- • Flights not mentioned above
- • Expenses not mentioned above
- • Hot air balloon flight, cable car, attractions offered on Mount Erciyes
- • Optional evenings or visits
Days:
Organised upon request (3 nights – 4 days)
Departure:
Please request