Deep Green Zone Ilhara Valley Hicking Full Day Tour

Discover the natural beauty of Ihlara Valley, one of Turkey’s most stunning natural landscapes
Marvel at the huge, ancient Selime Monastery
Hike 7 km through the gorgeous natural trails of the canyon
See hidden churches, picturesque waterfalls, and ancient houses
Explore the large underground city of Derinkuyu
Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour

Itinerary
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Stop At: Selime Monastery, Guzelyurt Turkiye

Discover the natural beauty of Ihlara Valley, one of Turkey’s most stunning natural landscapes, in this full-day tour. Hike through the striking gorge and uncover ancient churches and underground cities while learning about the history of the area.

Our first stop of the day’s adventure is Selime Monastery. This 13th-century monastery was cut directly out of the volcanic mountain and is the biggest religious building in Cappadocia. We’ll wander around the cathedral-sized structure and see the well-preserved kitchens, monks’ quarters, stables, staircases, and more.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Belisirma, Belisirma, Aksaray Province

After marveling at Selime, we’ll stop by Belisirma, a popular local establishment where you can have some tea or eat some snacks before we begin our hike.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ihlara Vadisi, 68502 Belisırma/Güzelyurt/Aksaray, Türkiye

We’ll then proceed to Ilhara Valley where we’ll go on a 2.5-hour or 7 km hike, exploring the immense area of natural rock formations. We’ll stop by hidden churches, see picturesque waterfalls, and observe the breathtaking landscape of the canyon.

Following the hike, you’ll have a delicious traditional Turkish lunch.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Derinkuyu, Derinkuyu, Cappadocia

After that, you’ll head to Derinkuyu underground city. At its peak, this ancient, multi-level underground city was said to have sheltered almost 20,000 people! Explore the wonders of Derinkuyu’s underground before heading back to your accommodations after a day well spent.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:30 AM
Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Free pick-up is available in the areas of Avanos, Goreme, Uchisar, and Urgup.
Look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign.
Kindly be at your meeting point/hotel lobby (please ensure your accommodation is within our free pickup areas) at least 10 minutes before the stated meeting/pick-up time. Our tour guides will only wait a maximum of 10 minutes for you before proceeding to the next stop.
This experience is subject to weather conditions. Some roads may be closed during the winter due to inclement weather

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• English-speaking tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance fees
• Drinking water
• Lunch
• Entry/Admission - Selime Monastery

Not Included

• Personal Expenses

Facilities