Cappadocia & Taurus Mountains Trekking | |
| Tour Code | TA22 |
| Duration | 12 Days |
| Difficulty | III |
| Starts | Ends |
| Kayseri | Kayseri |
| Favorite Season | |
| 15 Jun | 15 Sep |
Cultural,Trekking
The Trek starts from fantastic eroded landscapes of Cappadocia - a unique hiking experience in the land of “Beautiful Horses”. There will be short walks exploring the ancient troglodyte dwellings, rock churches and fairy chimneys. Then embark on an adventurous trek through the stunningly beautiful Taurus Mountains. The trek begins with the high mountain pastures which are occupied by nomadic families in summer, and leads us to the magnificent soaring peaks and deserted mountain lakes.
Ideal for those who enjoy camping and walking.
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
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 Walk up to Yedigoller camp via Celikbuyduran Pass (3450 m.) & Optional Mt Emler summit (3723 m)
- Day 9 Descend to Sogukpinar
- Day 10 Continue to Kapuzbasi Waterfalls
- Day 11 Transfer Kayseri airport
| Group Size | Price |
| 5-6 | 460 € |
| 7-10 | 410 € |
| 11+ | 350 € |
Single Supplement 160 €
- 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/ends in Kayseri. Kayseri has an airport and you can find some direct flights 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 or Lycan Way itineraries.
