Full-Day Hiking in Cappadocia (100% No-Shopping Guarantee)
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Uchisar, Turkey
- 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- LunchPicnic package,squeezed orange or pomegranate, small snack,1,5 liter of water
- pick up and drop off from the hotel by vehicle
- squeezed orange juice
- Snacks
- professional hiking guide
- special expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick up guests from their hotels.
Start time.9:00 am
What To Expect
1
Fairy Chimneys
2
Cavusin
3
Love Valley
4
Red Valley
5
Rose Valley
6
Pasabag Vadisi
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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You NEED to do this!! It was by far the best day of my trip. I just finished my hiking day with Halil and it was one I will never forget. He knows SO much about the area and obviously loves what he does. He took so many pictures for me and knew everything about the history of the land. I learned so much! He is such a genuine and kind person. And the scenery is second to none! I kept looking around and wondering if it was real! I can’t emphasize enough how happy I am to have had this day with Halil. Trust me, you won’t regret this experience!
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The best trip we’ve had in Türkiye. Halil showed us parts of Cappadocia we wouldn’t have otherwise seen, all stunning. He was patient and full of knowledge as we went along. The walk was challenging underfoot but absolutely manageable- we were 2 adults and 2 kids (12&14). I don’t think we would have managed without Halil. He also treated us to refreshing fresh juice along the way and a glass (or two!) of wine at the end. He prepared a delicious picnic lunch for us which sustained us throughout. We also got to meet his charming partner Caroline. Thank you so much for a wonderful day that will remain in our fond memories!
I wish I could rate higher than 5 stars. Halil is a wonderful guide - really knows his stuff, happy to answer all your questions and share his knowledge. Pickup and dropoff with his partner, Caroline, who was lovely.
The hike was well paced, plenty of stops for shade, rest, juice, pictures. Lunch was simple and yummy, just what you need to keep going. Lovely treat at the end with an opportunity to taste local wine, very nice. If you want a proper moderate hike (15 km, +200m/-400m) to explore the region and see and hear about centuries old civilization, local nature and geology, with no nonsense like shopping or tourist stops, this is it! I wish I had more days here, I would spend them all with Halil!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
"Thank you so much for this amazing review! It was a real pleasure hiking with you.Caroline and I are very happy that you enjoyed the pace, the history, and the local wine at the end. We always try to keep our tours authentic and focused on nature, so your words mean a lot to us.I hope you can come back for more days next time so we can explore even more valleys together. Safe travels and best regards!"
Halil Erdin.
Our full day of hiking with Halil was one of those experiences our family will remember long after our trip to Cappadocia. He led the four of us through valleys where we often felt as though we had the landscape entirely to ourselves, bringing the region to life with stories of its ancient churches and frescoes, local vegetation, Byzantine history, and the people who once lived in this extraordinary landscape. Halil is warm, enthusiastic, incredibly knowledgeable, and clearly loves sharing his passion for this fascinating part of the world. By the end of the day, our daughter had nicknamed him “Indiana Jones”—which seemed pretty fitting after hours spent following him through hidden valleys and ancient rock-cut churches. I can’t imagine traveling to Cappadocia without hiking its valleys. Personally, I’d skip the hot-air balloons, horseback riding and quad bikes, lace up your hiking boots, and explore the valleys on foot with an expert local guide. For our family of four adults, a day walking, talking, discovering and learning together with Halil gave us a connection to Cappadocia and its history that we simply wouldn’t have had otherwise.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It was a real pleasure hiking and chatting with your family. Tell your daughter I loved the nickname "Indiana Jones"! It made me very happy. I'm delighted you enjoyed the valleys and history of Cappadocia. Thank you for putting on your boots and joining me. I hope to see you again soon. Best regards to the whole family!
Your hiking guide
Indiana Jones :))
Without a doubt one of the best tours I have ever been on . Being a solo traveller can be lonely at times but from the very moment of meeting my guide Halil he made me feel like we were old friends going for a hike. The scenery was absolutely amazing and magical with Halil asking many times to put your imagination into play. The stops for freshly squeezed juice along the way including a refreshing lunch prepared by Halil. Halil is a wonderful guide and you can’t help but be engulfed in the beautiful countryside and the history behind everywhere you walk. Halil has a wicked sense of humour which I absolutely adore, he is very personable! Day finished off with a lovely glass of Turkish Wine. Thank you Halil, the experience was one that will stay with me for a very long time. Great value for money…. I told Halil he was undercharging. Highly recommend ❤️
Response from Host, Sep 2026
"Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was a real pleasure hiking with you, and I am glad you felt like we were old friends from the start.I really enjoyed our conversations and sharing the history and magic of the valleys with you. Thank you for your kind words about the lunch, the juice, and my sense of humor!It means a lot to me that you had such a memorable time. I hope our paths cross again for another hike. Safe travels and best regards!"
Halil Erdin
Our guide, Halil, was engaging, full of history and fun to spend the day with. This may have been our favorite experience in Turkey. It is truly a magical place to explore. A decent level of fitness is required for this full day of hiking.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
"Thank you so much for this great review! It was a real pleasure spending the day hiking and exploring with you.I am incredibly happy to hear that this was your favorite experience in Turkey. Thank you also for mentioning the fitness level, as it helps future guests prepare for our full day of walking.I hope to welcome you back to Cappadocia again someday. Best regards!"
Halil Erdin
The hike was fun and the perfect amount of challenging! There was no forced shopping along the way and the homemade food was great. Halil was happy to share his knowledge about the unique rock formations and the history of the caves. FYI its worth wearing appropriate shoes.
You have not truly experienced Cappadocia until you go on this full day hike with Halil. His knowledge of the area’s history, the churches and of course the fairy chimneys made this journey fantastic. But let’s not forget his wonderful personality, patience and occasionally a helping hand when needed.
Amazing experience! My favorite tour in Türkiye. Halil is a wonderful hiking guide - it was like I was hiking with one of my friends, which I very much appreciated as a solo traveler. Halil was friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and professional. He is also a fantastic photographer and knows the best places along the hike to take memorable scenic photos. We hiked in White Valley, Love Valley, Rose Valley, and Red Valley, and the terrain, churches, and caves were beautiful. A must-do tour in Cappadocia! I highly recommend it. Thank you for a wonderful experience, Halil!
Halil our guide was fantastic! The entire day was perfect. The hike was medium hard and so worth it The best way to see the Valleys and fairy chimneys! Halil was so knowledgeable and passionate about his information.. we highly recommend it!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
"Rumor has it that awesome people leave 5-star reviews. Rumor confirmed!"
Curated hike through the best of Cappadocia with knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide Halil. This tour takes in all of the off the beaten path, churches, pigeonaries, apiaries, and fairy chimneys. Halil is a gem of passion, effervescence and encouragement. Fantastic pacing with coffee, orange juice and wine stops to split up a full day of geologic Joy.
My 77-year-old mother made the hike easily so can you sign up now.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your comment! Don't forget that I get my tour motivation from the guests, and a huge BRAVOOOOOO to your mother! SHE WAS VERY GOOD DURİNG TO HİKE...
Halil, our guide was incredible. This was my favorite excursion in Greece. Halil led us on a 9 mile hike showing us sites and sharing historical facts we could not have found on our own. We tried fruits that grew in the valley and explored caves in this remote area. Really incredible. We had fresh squeezed juice at a break stop and a picnic in another. If you are worried about the mileage please know there are breaks. After the hike Halil drove us to a wine shop where we all enjoyed a glass of wine and conversation. Halil thank you for a fantastic day!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
"We’d say we’re blushing, but honestly, we just agree with your great taste! Thanks for the 5 stars!"
You NEED to do this!! It was by far the best day of my trip. I just finished my hiking day with Halil and it was one I will never forget. He knows SO much about the area and obviously loves what he does. He took so many pictures for me and knew everything about the history of the land. I learned so much! He is such a genuine and kind person. And the scenery is second to none! I kept looking around and wondering if it was real! I can’t emphasize enough how happy I am to have had this day with Halil. Trust me, you won’t regret this experience!
This was one of the best days on my trip around Türkiye. Halil was fantastic & absolutely great company. We walked at a good pace as I ended up being the only person booked for the day. So i was able to explore many caves with a little help. Halil is very passionate about his region & loves to share it with all who visit. He just kept feeding me the whole time! Perfect lunch break & we celebrated with a glass of wine at his local in Avanos. Thank you to all the reviewers before me, you are the reason I did this. A definite must, but you do need to be able to walk for 8hrs. The best way to explore the amazing valleys of Cappadocia.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks alot for your review Fiona..
Halil Erdin.
We had the most magical day hiking through the valleys of Cappadocia with our guide Halil Erdan. He was amazing! First of all, he was able to change the day of our tour at the last minute when our balloon ride was cancelled due to weather. He picked us up promptly at our hotel to take us to the start of our 15k hike. His knowledge of the area and passion for what he does was evident throughout and we so enjoyed learning about the history of the area and the Turkey of today. We stopped for fresh orange juice along the way. The hiking and scenery were extraordinary! We walked through valleys, clambered over rocks and climbed up into incredible hidden churches within the fairy chimneys. Honestly, we couldn't have done it without him...we would have got lost for sure! If that weren't enough, he prepared a lunch which he carried in his backpack and consisted of various delicious Turkish dishes which we ate under an umbrella at a little cave cafe. What a day! We loved every minute!
The scenery is beyond imagination, Halil was knowledgeable and funny, made an amazing lunch and treated us to a lovely glass of wine at the end of our trip.
Halil is an excellent guide; very informative and helpful. A fabulous way to see the Pugeon, Love and Rose valleys!
I got so much more out of this full day hike, than I did doing the green tour the previous day (which was all day on a bus, with shopping stops along the way).
I would recommend this to anyone with a sense of adventure and a desire to do less touristy things.
This tour was definitely the highlight of my entire trip to Cappadocia. Erdin was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, sharing so much about the culture and history during our hike. Even though it was my first time hiking, I felt completely comfortable and safe with him checking on me regularly to make sure I was doing okay. I had visited the Open Air Museum the day before, but this hike felt way more authentic without needing to visit the museum. Erdin took me to lots of hidden caves and churches, explaining everything in detail. With his help, I even got to climb up a cave and explore the pigeon coop – it was such a fun experience!
He also prepared a yummy local lunch, and I really enjoyed it as we stopped at a coffee shop in one of the valleys to take a rest. This is the best thing you can do in Cappadocia. You won’t regret booking this tour with Erdin!
En enestående vandretur med en dejlig personlig guide, som delte sin viden om området, kulturen og som havde stor historisk viden om Cappadocia. Det var nok den største oplevelse på vores ferie i Tyrkiet og vi vil meget gerne komme tilbage og deltage i andre vandreture med Halil. Vandresko og evt. stave er en fordel, men Halil tilpasser turen till deltagernes niveau. Det var dejligt, at man ikke skulle besøge butikker eller boder på turen.
Une journée riche de marche, de découvertes cachées dans les roches et de magnifiques vues des vallées Cappadoce grâce à l'expertise et la sympathie de notre guide Halil-Erdin ! Nous en garderons de très, très beaux souvenirs.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
« Votre commentaire a donné à toute notre équipe l'énergie nécessaire pour faire l'impasse sur notre café de l'après-midi ;)) Vous êtes génial ! »
Wir wurden um 9Uhr von Halil und seiner Frau Caroline abgeholt und zum Startpunkt der Wanderung mit dem Auto gebracht. Wir durchwanderten das Vineyard Valley, love Valley, Rose Valley und red Valley. Nach ca. 7km gab es frisch gepresstes Osaft, nach 9Km Lunch und am Ende eine Weinverkostung in Avanos dem Heimatort von Halil. Halil gab uns einmalige Informationen über die Geschichte, Natur, Entstehung und auch persönliche Eindrücke seines Lebens . Die Wanderung war sehr abwechslungsreich. Ein wirklich einmaliges Erlebnis in der Natur, ohne Touristenattraktionen oder Verkaufsgespräche. Sehr sehr zu empfehlen
Response from Host, Jun 2026
„Wir rahmen diese Rezension ein und hängen sie direkt über unsere Bürokaffeemaschine. Vielen Dank!“
La journée de randonnée avec Erdin a été formidable, nous avons pu explorer les différentes vallées autour de Göreme et étions la plupart du temps seuls sur les chemins. Erdin est passionné par sa région et ça se sent, il est intarissable sur l’histoire de la Cappadoce ainsi sur la faune et la flore locale. Il connaît les meilleurs passages et les meilleurs points de vue tout au long du chemin ce qui permet d’en prendre plein les yeux. Il connaît aussi parfaitement toutes les églises rupestres à voir sur le chemin. Le pique nique a été préparé dans un petit stand sur le parcours avec un jus d’orange délicieux et une vue splendide. À la fin de la randonnée nous avons partagé un verre de vin issu d’une exploitation locale à Avanos avec sa compagne. La journée a été fantastique du début à la fin et a contribué à faire de mon séjour en Turquie un moment inoubliable. Merci et à recommander sans modération.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your review Guillaume.
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