Cappadocia & Taurus Mountains & South Coast | |
| Tour Code | TA31 |
| Duration | 13 Days |
| Difficulty | III |
| Starts | Ends |
| Kayseri | Antalya |
| Favorite Season | |
| 15 Jun | 15 Sep |
Multi Activity
This trip is a great introduction to Turkey with the miracle rock formations of Cappadocia, crimson mountains of Taurus and the turquoise coast of Mediterranean Region.
Trek starts from fantastically eroded landscapes of Cappadocia and continues in the stunningly beautiful Taurus Mountains. After the trekking days, drive south for the combination of sea, sun and adrenalin.
Ideal for those who enjoy trekking, culture and different activities.
Highlights
- Cappadocia walking through the miracle rock formations in one of the most important civilization center of the history - difficulty I
- Ihlara Valley walk in the valley with well preserved hidden churches
- Underground City Visit fascinating hidden subterranean city for 1000s of people
- Trans-Taurus Trek trekking through the heaven of mountaineers - difficulty II
- Mt Embler (3723m) Optional ascend of one of the highest mountains in Taurus Range .
- Cirali a peaceful village between ancient Olympos and Chimaera
- Myra & St Nicholas Church Visit the ancient city and the church where St Nicholas spend most of his life
- Canyoning in Goynuk Canyon
- Sea Kayak along the Turquoise Coast
Brief itinerary
- Day 1 Start Kayseri airport, transfer Goreme
- Day 2 trekking in White valley, Uchisar and Pigeon Valley
- Day 3 drive Ihlara valley, visit hidden churches, visit underground city
- Day 4 walk in Red Valley, Bozdag Mountain
- Day 5 Drive to Mt Taurus, first trek in the Taurus Mountains
- Day 6 Walk up to Alaca Plateau
- Day 7 Trek to Sokullupinar camp
- Day 8 Optional Mt Emler summit (3723 m)
- Day 9 transfer Antalya via Konya
- Day 10 Canyoning in the Goynuk Canyon
- Day 11 Kekova Boat Tour - Myra Ancient City
| Group Size | Price |
| 5-6 | 1060 € |
| 7-10 | 970 € |
| 11+ | 860 € |
Single Supplement 230 €
- Prices are per person according to the number of the participants in each group.
- 1 room or tent for 2 people, so if you are willing to stay by yourself in a room or tent you need to pay the extra single supplement.
Trip Notes
- Trip starts in Kayseri and ends in Antalya. Kayseri and Antalya has airports and you can find some direct flights to/from European cities otherwise it can be a good idea to fly Istanbul first and find a connection from there.
- This trip is graded "Difficulty III" - For any trip at this level or above, fitness is important and you may have to improve yours before departure. These trips may contain elements of extended activity in remote or challenging conditions, or involve some long journeys with early starts or late arrivals. Terrain, temperature and weather conditions can also be more challenging. These trips are ideal for the more adventurous who are confident of their fitness.
- You can combine this trip with any of our Istanbul itineraries.
