All Highlights of Cappadocia (Semi-Private, No-Shopping)

This full-day tour takes you to see some of the most spectacular scenery in Cappadocia. Admire the whimsical rock formations of the Devrent and Pasabag valleys, the rock-cut churches of Göreme, the hollowed-out fortress of Uchisar Castle, and the underground city of Kaymakli.

Once you're picked up from your hotel, start your day with a look at the otherworldly landscape in the Devrent Valley, known as the Imagination Valley for its fairy chimneys and natural rock formations that form strange, animal-like shapes. Next, visit Pasabag for a look at the mushroom-shaped spires and tuff cones that tower over the landscape.

A short drive carries you from Pasabag to the town of Avanos, which straddles the longest river in Turkey and is famous for its tile and pottery workshops. Have lunch in a local restaurant before a quick ride brings you to the famous Göreme Open-Air Museum, where you can see the well-preserved frescoes of Byzantine churches that date back to the 10th century.

Your next stop brings you to the highest point in the region, where you can look out across the Cappadocian countryside from the rock-cut fortress of Uchisar Castle. End the day with a trip to the Underground City of Kaymakli, a collection of subterranean courtyards, stables, churches, and wineries linked by an extensive network of tunnels. Return to your hotel in the evening after a spectacular day of sightseeing.