Tourists walking at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia, with rock formations in the background.
Visitors exploring rock formations at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.
Ancient rock-cut church interior at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.
Tourists walking through rock formations at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.
Visitors exploring Göreme Open-Air Museum with rock formations in Cappadocia.
Göreme Open-Air Museum rock formations with tourists exploring, Cappadocia.

Full-Day Guided Tour of Goreme Open-Air Museum & Underground City Cappadocia

Cappadocia
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Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

Meals included

Lunch included.

Guided tour

Expert local tour guide

Hotel pickup

Convenient pick-up at your location

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Explore Cappadocia's long history with this full-day guided tour, featuring visits to both Goreme Open-Air Museum and underground cities like Kaymakli and Ozkonak. Begin your journey by descending into the ancient depths of these subterranean wonders, followed by a climb to Uchisar Castle for panoramic views. Conclude at Göreme Open-Air Museum, where 10th-century churches adorned with exquisite frescoes await you.

Start an exciting journey through Cappadocia with this Full-Day Guided Tour of Goreme Open-Air Museum & Underground City. Enjoy round-trip transfers from your hotel and explore the wonders of ancient architecture.

Explore the long history of Cappadocia guided by a professional English-speaking expert, bringing each historical tale vividly to life as you traverse this fascinating region.

Wander through Goreme Open-Air Museum's stunning landscapes where churches carved into volcanic stone display stunning frescoes from centuries past.

Delve deep into the underground cities of Kaymakli or Ozkonak and uncover how these remarkable structures once provided refuge for entire communities in times gone by.

Savor a complimentary lunch, engage in traditional pottery-making activities in Avanos, and take time to appreciate Cappadocia's magnificent natural formations within Devrent valley.

Admission to the Open-Air Museum of Goreme and Underground City at Kaymakli or Ozkonak

Access to an expert local guide who speaks English fluently

Return pick-up from your hotel in Cappadocia, along with drop-off service

Use of a luxury vehicle for a small-group tour experience

Entry into the Underground City at Kaymakli or Ozkonak

Ticket to explore Goreme Open-Air Museum

Experience pottery-making activities located in Avanos

Includes lunch during your visit

Covers National Park fees incurred during the tour

Encompasses all applicable taxes, fees and handling charges

Individual expenditures

Beverages

Tourists walking at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia, with rock formations in the background.

Tourists walking at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia, with rock formations in the background.

The adventure begins with a visit to Kaymakli and Ozkonak underground cities. Built in the 7th century BC and expanded during Byzantine times, these remarkable sites feature four floors extending up to 30 meters deep.

  • Kaymakli Underground City
  • Ozkonak Underground City

Next on your journey is Uchisar Castle in the heart of Cappadocia, where you'll reach one of its highest points. This experience offers a unique perspective over the stunning landscapes.

Göreme Open-Air Museum and Churches After Tour

  • Explore Göreme Open-Air Museum with numerous churches from the 10th century adorned with beautiful frescoes depicting Jesus Christ's life.
  • Discover Cavusin village, known for its Greek architectural style that adds to Cappadocia’s historical charm.

Natural Formations Marvels

In Avanos, enjoy a delicious lunch before diving into the art of pottery-making at a local shop. Then, head towards Pasabag, a historic monastery site showcasing some of the largest fairy chimney rock formations with multiple caps per structure.

  • Visit Devrent Valley

This valley is famous for its imaginative animal-shaped rocks and has earned the nickname "Imagination Valley." At approximately 5:00 PM, your return to your hotel begins in a luxury vehicle, concluding this full-day tour of Cappadocia's highlights.

Visitors exploring rock formations at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.

Visitors exploring rock formations at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.

Ancient rock-cut church interior at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.

Ancient rock-cut church interior at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.

Tourists walking through rock formations at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.

Tourists walking through rock formations at Göreme Open-Air Museum, Cappadocia.

What to bring

  • A jacket is recommended, as mornings in Cappadocia can be quite cool.

You may need a valid photo ID that matches your booking name if asked at pickup.

Prohibited items

  • Pets, baby strollers, alcohol, and drugs are not allowed on this tour.

Drones are prohibited from use during the experience.

Accessibility notes

    The site has uneven terrain and rugged paths that may pose challenges for wheelchair users.

    Additional information

    • Please specify your hotel pick-up and drop-off location when booking the tour.
    • Transfers are available from hotels throughout Cappadocia, including Goreme, Urgup, Avanos, Uçhisar, Ortahisar, Nevşehir, Çavuşin, Mustafapaşa, and other nearby towns.

    The tour's transport vehicle has a capacity for up to 15 passengers.

    Visitors exploring Göreme Open-Air Museum with rock formations in Cappadocia.

    Visitors exploring Göreme Open-Air Museum with rock formations in Cappadocia.

    Göreme Open-Air Museum rock formations with tourists exploring, Cappadocia.

    Göreme Open-Air Museum rock formations with tourists exploring, Cappadocia.

    Bring a jacket for chilly mornings in Cappadocia and ensure you have a valid photo ID that matches your booking name if requested at pickup.

    The site features uneven terrain and rugged paths; plan accordingly to navigate the area comfortably, especially if accessibility is a concern.

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    Operating hours

    Goreme Open Air Museum

    Monday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    Friday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    Saturday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    Sunday
    8:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
    • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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    FAQs

    The tour provides access to either Kaymakli or Ozkonak underground city as part of your guided experience.
    It's advisable to bring a jacket since mornings can be chilly, and ensure you have a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking if required at pickup.
    Pets are not permitted during this experience, along with baby strollers and any form of alcohol or drugs. Additionally, drones are also prohibited.
    Yes, an expert local English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the day and bring history alive with their storytelling.
    You'll need to cover any personal expenditures such as drinks or other items not included in the package price.
    Highlights include exploring Cappadocia’s Goreme Open-Air Museum, its underground cities like Kaymakli or Ozkonak, and the Uchisar Castle. The tour also includes a complimentary lunch, pottery-making in Avanos, and views from Devrent valley.
    The itinerary covers Kaymakli or Ozkonak underground cities, Goreme Open-Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, Cavusin village with its Greek architecture, and stops at Avanos for pottery-making.
    The tour includes a full-day guided experience at Goreme Open-Air Museum and either Kaymakli or Ozkonak underground city, with hotel pick-up and drop-off from Cappadocia. You'll be accompanied by an expert local English-speaking guide in a luxury vehicle for small-group travel.
    The terrain at the sites includes uneven ground and rugged paths which might be challenging to navigate if you use a wheelchair.
    You will visit cities originally built in the 7th century BC, expanded later during the Byzantine era. The Goreme Open-Air Museum features churches from the 10th century with frescoes depicting scenes of Jesus Christ.

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