Cappadocia · HISTORICAL TOURS
8 reviewed
For a first stay in Göreme, these are the 8 historical tours to consider. Each entry makes its timing, value and most important practical detail clear.
Make pottery on the wheel in Avanos near Cappadocia. Small-group class, tea and photos, and a take-home mug or vase for $13.
“Wish we could have stayed longer the experience was so relaxing and fun we didn’t want to leave. The hosts took us through how the process works on the machine and helped us make amazing pots.”
Goreme whirling dervishes in a historical cave with an English guide, Sufi context, and a dervish drink after.
“This was such an interesting experience, we were provided with leaflets to better understand the purpose of the ceremony before it began and it was really fascinating seeing them perform and knowing the reasons behind each movement. You can tell it takes a lot of hard work and practice, it was an hour very well spent. Now, to anyone booking this activity, please be respectful and abide by the rules that are clearly communicated before the activity begins. I did not expect a room full of grown adults to not be able to sit still and be quiet for an hour. Phones were ringing, people were talking, jackets were being…”
Full-day Green Tour in Cappadocia with Goreme views, Kaymakli underground city, Ihlara Valley churches, lunch, English guide, small group.
“Really nice tour, Angel our guide was really nice and explained all very well.”
A 30 minute pottery workshop in Cappadocia with tea, a short historic pottery show, and time to try making your own piece in English.
“READ. This tour group completely misrepresents what they offer to their customers. Given the title, steep price, and description which literally says “you will try to make your own pottery,” my group or 5 was expecting a pottery class. Instead it was just a ridiculously expensive 15 minute tour with extremely pushy salesmen who take the overly-friendly approach. After a quick intro and some tea, one person in our group was able to demo and play with clay for 5 minutes. Next, after an overview of the process we were brought into the pottery room where everything was extremely expensive. The large pottery looked beautiful however the “more affordable” pottery…”
Private 9-hour Cappadocia tour from Göreme with air-conditioned comfort, included lunch and key UNESCO sites, plus underground city and fairy chimneys.
“We had Zeynep Canli as a tour guide for the day and she showed us the best time! We visited all the local sites including imagination rock formations, a fantastic panoramic vista, an unforgettable array of natural towers called “fairy chimneys”, a giant underground ancient city and Love Valley with its surprising rock formations. Every place left us breathless and her informative histories gave us a new perspective of the history of Capodoccia. We had the most fantastic lunch at Kebabs & Mezes Restaurant on her recommendation (also 5 stars!) and finished off with a visit to the local market for a sampling of local tastes. It was a day…”
A short Cappadocia pottery workshop in Avanos, with a pottery show, fresh Turkish tea, and a hands-on chance to make your own piece in about 30 minutes.
“Started off well but was extremely rushed experience of actual pottery, main focus was to sell their handmade goods which were overpriced. Pushy with sales and no interest shown in tour once we said we were not interested in buying a £400 wine decanter. Avoid”
4-day small-group guided tour from Istanbul through Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus, with hotel pickup, included admissions, and lunch.
“Its was amazing trips for us. All servise and timing also perfect. Thanks for everyone. See you soon again”
Private Cappadocia tour from Göreme to Göreme Open Air Museum, Kaymaklı Underground City, and Gümüşler Monastery, with tickets.
“We had such an excellent tour with Hakan! We learned so much about the cultural, historical, and geological significance of the region while sight seeing. Hakan made us feel comfortable and easy going on our private tour, which really helped Read more”
