uchisar castle
CAPPADOCIATekelli, 50240 Uçhisar/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Turkey
+90 384 219 20 05
WHAT IS IT?
WHY GO?
WHEN IS IT?
WHO TO GO WITH?
- a beautiful castle at the highest point of cappadocia dating back to 12th century bc
- the castle is totally built out of natural rock
WHY GO?
- wonder through the small castle tunnels and doors and explore this incredible site
- as you enter you’ll smell the delicious gozleme being cooked inside in the entrance by local women
- you can climb up around the side along the path to the top for the most incredible views
- but make sure you also climb through the old stairs and doors to explore even further
WHEN IS IT?
- everyday from 7.30am to 8pm (in some seasons the castle is open earlier so you can catch hot air balloon views from here too!)
WHO TO GO WITH?
- anyone who loves beauty, views & history
- you will need to climb up to the top (although it isn’t too difficult, if anyone has mobility issues please bear that in mind)
HISTORIC
INCREDIBLE
BEAUTIFUL
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Galerie İkman
CAPPADOCIAhakkı paşa meydanı. roma kalesi yanı Kasabası /merkez Nevşehir TR, 50180, Turkey
+90 536 264 01 31
WHAT IS IT?
WHY GO?
WHEN IS IT?
WHO TO GO WITH?
- a beautiful carpet shop full of colourful turkish carpets
- this particular carpet shop allow you to enter their courtyard and multiple cave rooms to take beautiful photos against the backdrop
WHY GO?
- wonder through and explore the different colourful rugs, some are made out of silk rugs that change colour based on the different angle you view them
- even if you aren’t into getting your photos taken, this really is a unique experience when you’re here
- one of the assistants, amit, will help take your photos here and he really is amazing
WHEN IS IT?
- open everyday from 9am to 10pm but make sure you book a slot in advance
- we arrived at around 11am to avoid the midday rush
WHO TO GO WITH?
- anyone you’re in the area with, it’s a beautiful place to visit!
HISTORICAL
COLOURFUL
FAMOUS
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güvercin hot air balloon ride
CAPPADOCIACUMHURİYET MAHALLESİ, Koyun Yolu Sk NO:10, 50400 Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Turkey
+90 532 579 32 82
WHAT IS IT?
WHY GO?
WHEN IS IT?
WHO TO GO WITH?
- a sunrise hot air balloon ride in the most spectacular place in the world!
- all the balloons go up at the same time and the view is sensational
WHY GO?
- it’s the most popular thing to do in cappadocia (quite rightly so!)
- the view is unbelievable where all the balloons go up at the same time
- the valleys below are incredibly beautiful to fly over
WHEN IS IT?
- every day, every season, as long as weather permits
- pick up is at 3.50am-4am and the balloon ride is approx 1 hour
WHO TO GO WITH?
- absolutely anyone, but make sure they aren’t scared of heights!
OUTSTANDING
VIEWS
EXHILIRATING
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Kaymakli Underground City
CAPPADOCIACami Kebir Mahallesi yeraltı şehri, Belediye Cd., 50760 Nevşehir, Turkey
+90 384 213 14 47
WHAT IS IT?
WHY GO?
WHEN IS IT?
WHO TO GO WITH?
- an incredible underground city where the rock settlements are constructed with the carving of soft tuff rocks deep into the ground.
- they were built to ensure the security of the inhabitants and allowing them to live in total secrecy
- the cities are composed of hundreds of rooms and connected to one another through long galleries and labyrinth-like tunnels to restrict the mobility of the enemy.
WHY GO?
- they are enchanting
WHEN IS IT?
- open everyday, 8am to 7pm
- entrance fee is 75tl (may change)
WHO TO GO WITH?
HISTORIC
THRILLING
MYSTERIOUS
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Sunrise horseriding tour with the Dalton Brothers
CAPPADOCIAMüze Cd. No:56, 50180 Göreme/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Turkey
+90 538 985 5737
WHAT IS IT?
WHY GO?
WHEN IS IT?
WHO TO GO WITH?
- an unusual way to see the balloons rise up at sunrise
- you’ll jump onto horse back and chase the balloons to get the most magical views and pictures
WHY GO?
- it’s a super unusual way to view the balloons
- you’ll be able to get close to the balloons and get amazing pictures
WHEN IS IT?
- everyday but you must book in advance
- drop them a whatsapp on the number we have provided to book
WHO TO GO WITH?
- anyone who loves views & horse
- anyone who doesn’t mind getting up earlier for a magical experience
BEAUTIFUL
VIEWS
UNUSUAL
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sunrise hot air balloon chasing
CAPPADOCIA50180 Göreme/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Turkey
+90 384 214 1440
WHAT IS IT?
WHY GO?
WHEN IS IT?
WHO TO GO WITH?
- call fadas travel (number provided) and ask for a taxi booking to chase the balloons in the morning
- the cab driver will chase the balloons depending on wind direction and find you the best view points on the day
WHY GO?
- there’s no guarantee you’ll see the balloons from where you will be because the wind direction changes every day at the last min
- we stayed for 3 days and didn’t see the balloons go over göreme or uçhisar once!
- get up close and personal with the balloons and then move on to the best view points
WHEN IS IT?
- everyday at 4am!
WHO TO GO WITH?
- anyone you want to capture this beautiful moment with!
UNMISSABLE
OUTDOOR
INSTAGRAMMABLE
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