Cappadocia Half-Day Underground City Tour with Uchisar Castle and Pigeon Valley
by Cappadocian Guide
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This half-day bus tour focuses on Cappadocia’s underground cities, notable for their depth, size, and age. After a hotel pickup in Goreme by private vehicle, the tour begins with a stop at Uchisar Castle. Visitors will have about half an hour to view the castle’s northern side and learn why it served as the region’s main watchtower. Next, the guide explains Cappadocia’s geology before the group heads to either Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City, depending on guest preference. Both cities are among the largest and oldest in the area. Guests spend about an hour exploring one of these subterranean complexes with a professional art historian guide. Additional stops include a brief visit to Pigeon Valley to see the landscape beyond the Blue Eyes tree, a local art center showcasing Cappadocian gem stones and their shaping process, and a panorama point overlooking the valleys around Goreme Village. The tour concludes with a return to the hotel. Drinks and tips are not included.
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Uchisar
Uchisar Castle is the region’s main watchtower. The tour stops for 30 minutes to view the castle from the northern side and provide general information about its role.
30 min
Derinkuyu YeraltI Sehri
Guests choose to visit either Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City. Both are among the oldest, largest, and deepest underground cities in Cappadocia. The visit lasts about one hour guided by a professional.
60 min
Pigeon Valley
The group spends 15 minutes viewing Pigeon Valley, located behind the well-known Blue Eyes tree.
15 min
Cappadocian Guide
A 30-minute session where the guide explains the geology of Cappadocia, preparing visitors for the underground city tour.
30 min
Pink Lotus Services
This 15-minute stop is at a local art center displaying Cappadocian gem stones and demonstrating how masters shape them.
15 min
Goreme Panorama
The final stop is a 30-minute viewpoint overlooking the valleys surrounding Goreme Village.
30 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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