Green Tour(small group) Underground, Ihlara Valley and Monastery
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
The Green Tour in Cappadocia is famous because it covers some of the region’s most dramatic and diverse natural and historical landmarks in a single, well-organized day trip. It typically includes highlights like the Derinkuyu Underground City, one of the deepest in the world, the lush and scenic Ihlara Valley, where visitors hike alongside a river beneath towering cliffs, The tour also passes through panoramic viewpoints like Yaprakhisar and Pigeon Valley, offering breathtaking views of Cappadocia’s unique landscape.What makes the Green Tour especially popular is its balance of adventure, history, and nature. It takes travelers off the beaten path into lesser-known parts of Cappadocia,
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Goreme Panorama
Göreme Panorama is one of the most breathtaking viewpoints in Cappadocia, Turkey, offering sweeping vistas of the region’s unique and surreal landscape. Located just a short drive from the town of Göreme, this scenic spot is a favorite stop for travelers wanting to soak in the region’s natural wonders without trekking far. From the panorama, visitors can admire the famous fairy chimneys — tall, cone-shaped rock formations created by centuries of volcanic activity and erosion. The view also includes a patchwork of cave dwellings, ancient churches carved into stone, and the vibrant valleys that stretch across Cappadocia.
Pigeon Valley
Nestled between the towns of Göreme and Uçhisar, Pigeon Valley (Turkish: Güvercinlik Vadisi) is one of Cappadocia’s most scenic and historically rich hiking trails. The valley takes its name from the countless pigeon houses carved into the soft volcanic cliffs. These tiny cave openings were used for centuries by locals who relied on pigeon droppings as a natural fertilizer for their vineyards and fields. The valley offers a tranquil and moderately easy hiking route, stretching approximately 4 kilometers (2.5 miles), surrounded by fairy chimneys, lush greenery, and bizarre rock formations. The trail is dotted with orchards, vineyards, and remnants of ancient dwellings and churches hidden in the rock faces.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Tourist Guide
Bottled water
Pickup points
Coco Cave Hotel & Pension
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Green Tour(small group) Underground, Ihlara Valley and Monastery
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of Cappadocia
Bo L,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent tour with an excellent guide. We truly enjoyed.
非常棒！Very nice
骁煜 张,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide eray is very nice and professional. It’s really a good experience 导游小哥真的非常好，也很专业，给我们科普了很多土耳其和卡帕多奇亚的风俗以及历史，本来觉得没坐到热气球很遗憾，但是今天走完后觉得旅程非常完美了！
We were absolutely wonderful, happy, and amazed by the places we visited.
vanessamA6275AR,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very nice day with the trip supervisor, Mr. Younis, and the respected driver, Mr. Hassan. The supervisor was extremely respectful, courteous, and of impeccable character. He spoke several languages, possessed comprehensive historical knowledge, and had experience with hot air balloons and tour guiding. The driver was extremely wonderful, calm, comfortable, and safe, God willing. Overall, today was lovely. My family and I benefited greatly from the information and the beautiful things we bought from the bazaars and tourist attractions. ☺️☺️ I recommend trying it 100%
Cappadocia historic scenic tour.
Vanie78,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tugce and our driver (we call him James Bond) 😃, was very nice. Tugce was very informative about the history behind the places that we visited. The food was good and it’s very relaxing, not a difficult tour. We all enjoyed it.
We are pleased with Professor Tarık.
845t rkant,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Mr. Tarık, explained every detail to us in great detail. We are very pleased with him and thank you for everything.
Fun experience
sadiyax2026,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr. Tarik was calm and wonderful throughout he showed so much patience and made the history tour really engaging and fun.
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