Cappadocia hot air balloon watching tour

Enjoy a gentle flight above Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys at sunrise on a scenic hot air balloon ride over Goreme Valley.

• Starting point: Enjoy convenient hotel pick-up with a mini-bus transfer from anywhere in Cappadocia to the launch site.
• What’s included: 1-hour hot air balloon flight, light breakfast before take-off, onboard drink, hotel transfers, professional pilot, pre-flight safety briefing, flight certificate, and passenger insurance.
• Sights you'll see: Goreme’s valleys, fairy chimneys, rock formations, the plains of Central Anatolia, and the Cappadocian countryside.
• Why choose this: Witness Goreme's hidden valleys from 300 meters above at golden-hour sunrise, enhanced with a light breakfast and in-flight refreshments.
• Upgrades: Enhance your experience with a celebratory post-flight champagne, orange juice, commemorative medal, and extended regional transfers.

Inclusions #

• Hot air balloon ride over Goreme Valley (approximately 1 hour)

• Pick-up and drop-off from hotels within the Cappadocia region, including Nevsehir, Urgup, Goreme, Uchisar, Avanos, Ortahisar, Cavusin, Mustafapasa (as per option selected)

• Light breakfast before flight

• Passenger insurance by Eureko Insurance Company

• Flight certificate post flight

• Drink during flight (as per option selected)

• Champagne celebration or toast on landing (as per option selected)

• Commemorative medal (as per option selected)

• Bottled water and orange juice (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Video recording of the hot air balloon ride

• Photographs of take-off and landing

• Additional beverages

• Souvenirs

What to bring

• Bring a jacket, as early mornings in Cappadocia can be chilly.
• Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at pickup.

What’s not allowed

• Pets, baby strollers, alcohol, and drugs are not allowed.
• Drones are prohibited.
• There is an age and height restriction for child guests. Children under the age of 6 or under 120 cm in height are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The hot air balloon ride lasts about 1 hour.
• The Daylight Premium option flights take off 30-40 minutes after the first balloon flight.
• The Daylight Premium option includes a maximum of 20 passengers.
• To finalize your reservation, provide your full name, date of birth, passport number, gender, and nationality as required by the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority.
• Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs within the Cappadocia region are included.
• Pickup time varies based on the time of sunrise and will be between 4:30 and 8 am, depending on the season. Reconfirm your pickup time and flight status with the provider one day prior to your flight via email.
• All passengers are covered by insurance through Eureko Insurance Company.
• If the hot air balloon flight is canceled due to weather conditions, rescheduling is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
• The hot air balloon will be piloted by an experienced pilot, and a safety briefing will be provided before the flight.
• A light breakfast is provided before the flight.
• The experience includes a post-flight ceremony with a commemorative medal or certificate and a champagne toast for selected tours.
• Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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Soar above Soğanlı Valley, a newly opened spot for ballooning adventures, at sunrise on a 45-minute hot air balloon ride.

• Starting point: Relax with convenient hotel pickup from over 8 locations in Cappadocia and enjoy a transfer to the launch site in Soğanlı Valley.
• What’s included: 45-minute sunrise balloon flight, round-trip hotel transfers, light pre-flight breakfast, post-flight champagne toast, commemorative medal, and full insurance coverage.
• Sights covered: Soğanlı Valley’s fairy chimneys, ancient Byzantine churches, rugged walking trails and hidden valleys.
• Why choose this tour: Delight in views 300m above Soğanlı Valley, famed for 9th-century churches and its less-touristed charm, offering an authentic taste of Cappadocia’s history.

Inclusions #

• 45-minute hot air balloon flight over Soganli Valley, Cappadocia

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels within the Cappadocia region (including Nevsehir, Urgup, Goreme, Uchisar, Avanos, Ortahisar, Cavusin, Mustafapasa)

• Light breakfast before flight

• After flight ceremony with champagne and medal

• Insurance

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at pickup.
• Carry a light jacket or sweater, as early morning temperatures can be cool.

What’s not allowed

• Drones, alcohol, and drugs are strictly prohibited during the experience.
• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the balloon or at the launch site.
• Smoking is not permitted during the tour or on the balloon.
• Pets are not allowed.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
• This experience is not suitable for children under 6 years, pregnant women, or individuals with back or heart problems.

Additional information

• Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from hotels within the Cappadocia region. Transportation to the launch site takes approximately 50 minutes.
• Pickup time varies by season and will be between 3:15 am and 7am. You are required to reconfirm your pickup time and flight status one day before your tour after which you will be contacted via email or WhatsApp with your exact pickup time and flight status.
• To finalize your reservation, you must provide full names, dates of birth, passport numbers, genders, and nationalities for all passengers, as required by the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority.
• The hot air balloon flight lasts approximately 45 minutes and accommodates a maximum of 16 passengers per balloon.
• In case of cancellation due to weather conditions, rescheduling is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
• A light breakfast is provided before the flight, followed by a celebratory champagne toast and medal ceremony after landing.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please arrive on time for your scheduled pickup to avoid missing your flight.

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Explore Cappadocia's natural side on a full-day guided Green Tour to the underground city and Ihlara Valley.

• Day out to: Cappadocia's southern region, including the deepest underground city and the serene Ihlara Valley.
• You'll get: A professional guide, entry to all museums and sites, a traditional lunch in Belisırma Village, plus all local taxes and insurance included.
• Underground City: Descend into Derinkuyu Underground City, a multi-level subterranean network carved from volcanic rock that once sheltered thousands.
• Ihlara Valley: Hike through Ihlara Valley, a lush canyon dotted with rock-cut churches and frescoes dating back to Byzantine times.

Inclusions #

• Full-day tour along Cappadocia's Green route

• Licensed professional guide

• Entrance fees to all sites

• Lunch in Belisırma Village

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (including Ortahisar, Mustafapaşa, Avanos, Nevşehir, Çavuşin, Ürgüp, Göreme, Uçhisar)

• All local taxes and insurance

Exclusions #

• Gratuities (optional)

• Drinks

What to bring

• Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
• Carry water to stay hydrated.
• Consider bringing a camera for photos.

What's not allowed

• Alcohol is not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not suitable for people with mobility impairments, claustrophobia, epilepsy, or visual impairments.

Additional information

• It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
• Be prepared for varying weather conditions, and dress in layers.

Cover Cappadocia’s northernmost region in just 1 day on this full-day Red Tour, including transfers.

• Day out to: Explore Cappadocia's northern region and Zelve Open-Air Museum, with access to the region's most popular landmarks.
• You'll get: A full-day tour with a licensed professional guide, lunch at a restaurant, entrance fees to all attractions, parking, and all local taxes and insurance included.
• Zelve Open-Air Museum: Explore Zelve Open-Air Museum, a former cave village with abandoned homes and tunnels carved into soft volcanic rock.
• Rock formations: Discover Cappadocia’s remarkable volcanic landscapes, shaped over millions of years into surreal cones, pillars, and soft-rock formations found throughout the region.
• Upgrades: Choose your tour with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.

Inclusions #

• Full-day trip along Cappadocia's Northern Red Tour route, including Zelve Open-Air Museum

• English or Spanish-speaking guide

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (any hotel in Cappadocia)

• Museum entry fees

• Lunch at a restaurant

Exclusions #

• Drinks

• Gratuities

What to bring

• Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes, as the tour involves a fair amount of walking.
• Pack a hat, sunscreen, and a bottle of water to stay cool and hydrated during the day.
• Dress suitably for outdoor weather conditions.
• Bring your camera to capture Cappadocia’s striking landscapes and rock formations.

What’s not allowed

• Smoking is not allowed during the tour.

Accessibility

• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant women, or guests with mobility difficulties.

Additional information

• Hotel pickup and drop-off are available if chosen at the time of booking.
• Lunch is provided, though drinks are not included.
• The experience is guided by a licensed professional and covers entrance fees, parking, local taxes, and insurance.

Go on an adrenaline-fueled ATV quad bike through Cappadocia’s valleys, off-the-beaten-path, and ancient villages.

• Everything you get: A 2-hour ATV ride through Goreme Valley, hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional English-speaking guide, and helmets with essential safety gear.
• Why choose this: Explore Cappadocia beyond the tourist path on an ATV adventure, riding through untouched valleys and getting up close to rock formations and hidden villages.

Inclusions #

• 2-hour ATV ride through Cappadocia's rugged paths

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (locations include Urgup, Goreme, Cavusin, Avanos, Uchisar, Mustafapaşa, Ortahisar and Nevşehir)

• Professional English-speaking guide

• Helmet

Exclusions #

• Tips

What to bring

• Bring comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and clothes suitable for outdoor activities.
• It is recommended to bring a bottle of water and sunscreen for your comfort during the tour.

What’s not allowed

• Intoxication from alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited before and during the tour.
• Pets are not permitted on the tour.
• Large bags and suitcases are not allowed on the ATVs for safety reasons.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in your ticket.
• This experience is not allowed for children under 10 years, pregnant women, individuals with back problems, and people over 70 years.
• Helmets and ATVs are provided for all participants.
• A professional guide will lead the tour, but in-depth commentary about the area is not provided.
• Two people can share one ATV during the tour.
• All experience levels are welcome, and a practice session is provided before the tour begins.
• Please arrive at the pickup point at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.

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