Cappadocia Turkey

Cappadocia Turkey with its peculiar capricious and rocky formations and the architectural inheritance from the remains of millenarian cultures have given shape to a landscape that you will hardly find anywhere else in the world and also crown the region one of its kind with Cappadocia hot air balloons spot. Hittites, Assyrians, Persians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Turks have left their mark and Cappadocia was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985.

It is highly possible that when talking about Turkish travels while you are chatting with your friends, the image of hot air balloons flying over unique rock formations with festiveness comes to mind , without a doubt Cappadocia in Turkey is one of the best places in the world to fly in a hot air balloons.

Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia is a must

Attractions go far beyond the experience to get carried away by the wind and, once there, it would be unforgivable not to spend two or three days more to know what is hidden on the other side of the rocks in the undergrounds of Cappadocia

Fairy chimneys are the most famous postcards of the amazing geography of Cappadocia. Located in the center of Turkey, Cappadocia is a region of just over 200 square kilometers that is characterized by having a geological profile comparable to that of lunar landscapes, with shapes capriciously carved by the erosive forces for several million years. You can book our Cappadocia tour from Istanbul to explore this magic land with a guide escort in small groups.

The majority of tourists visiting Cappadocia in Turkey with the dream of flying in a balloon. The number of people who want to enjoy the flight is incredible and that is why it is almost always necessary to book well in advance, there are several companies that organize the hot air balloon tours Cappadocia. In the low seasons during the winter(December, January, February), you can reserve a couple of days back and maybe one day before. But in the high season it is necessary to ensure balloon trip booking weeks or months in advance.

Day 1: Explore Göreme and the Rock Formations Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise Start your day early with a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys and valleys. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and the most iconic activity in the region. If you don’t want to ride, you can still watch the balloons fill the sky from a viewpoint like Sunset Point in Göreme. Göreme Open-Air Museum Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to rock-cut churches and monasteries with stunning frescoes dating back to the 10th century. Pasabag (Monks Valley) Explore the unique fairy chimneys and rock formations. This area is famous for its mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) Wander through this surreal landscape filled with rock formations that resemble animals and other shapes. Lunch in Avanos Head to Avanos, a town known for its pottery. Enjoy a traditional Turkish meal and try your hand at pottery-making. Uchisar Castle End your day at Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, for panoramic views of the region. Dinner in Göreme Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner at a local restaurant. Try dishes like testi kebab (clay pot kebab) or manti (Turkish dumplings).