Cappadocia Monastery Tour
Religion is one of the most important aspects for people living in ancient times and even today. Cappadocia has many remnants of its religious history that you will experience even today. These churches and monasteries have been carved into the rocks, which makes it an incredible experience to have as you make your way through the region. You can expect stunning views, a magical atmosphere, and much more that will take your breath away in no time.
There are many church monasteries you will find in Cappadocia. These are carved and cut into the rocks, which is why they are almost hidden from the naked eye until you take the time to explore them.
There are many famous monasteries that you will explore during this tour to get the best experience.
Get ready to dive into the history of religion in this area and connect the dots with the information from the guide and what you witness. It is a learning and viewing experience that will make you look at Cappadocia in a completely new light.
Here are some of the highlights of the Monasteries of Cappadocia Tour that you will love:
All history buffs will enjoy this tour the most because a professional guide will let you know about the religious history of each monastery. You will not only view the monastery but also learn interesting facts about it. So, if you want to know more about Cappadocia and its religions, make sure that you book this tour.
The tour is for the entire day so that you have enough time to explore everything in the best way possible. You will not have to hurry, which means you can enjoy all the monasteries you witness in peace. It will also give you the time to cover a lot of ground as you make your way through Cappadocia.
You also have the option to customize your itinerary according to what you want. For example, you can customize what monasteries you want to visit and the pickup times. Doing this will allow you to have a unique experience that will be different from anyone else.
The Cappadocia Monastery Tour costs (price) 60 € for adults and 30 € for children aged 0 to 8.
Cappadocia Hotels – 08:30
“Please note that we have no hidden costs”
What do you need to bring with you?
Sun Glasses, Camera, Comfortable Clothing, Comfortable Shoes, Hat.
Cappadocia is a historical and natural wonder located in Central Turkey. The region is known for its unique rock formations, underground cities, and cave churches. Among the many attractions in Cappadocia, the monasteries are a must-visit for history and architecture enthusiasts. Cappadocia Monastery Tour takes you on a journey to explore the ancient monastic sites of the region. The tour includes visits to the most important and well-preserved monasteries.
Pickup From Hotel: A comfortable car and professional driver will pick you up from your hotel. Then, you will make your way toward the first stop, which will take around an hour.
Eski Gumusler Monastery: The first stop is the Eski Gumusler Monastery, which is one of the best-preserved monasteries in Cappadocia. Inside the monastery, you will experience the church and its frescoes. One of them has a rare one of the Virgin Mary smile that will make you smile, too, as you take a look at it.
Gelveri Village: The next stop on tour will be the Gelvery Village, which is known for having the highest number of Cappadocia Christian people till the early 90s. You will also make your way through the Monastery Valley while you are here.
Delicious Lunch: After the first two stops, the bus will take you to a local restaurant so that you can enjoy a delicious meal and refuel. All the recipes will include local ingredients packed with incredible flavour. You will get a taste of the authentic local cuisine and then make your way toward the last stop of the day.
Selime Monastery: The Selime Monastery is the biggest monastery that includes many rooms for you to experience. It will take you back into history as you will get to learn more about the religious history of this place. It is one of the most beautiful monasteries to end your day on the right note.
Back To Hotel: Finally, the driver will take you back to your hotel, where you can rest and reminisce about the day you just had. You will be filled with many positive emotions that will keep you coming back to Cappadocia for more.
Very beautiful and informative. I never knew about the significance and role of this region in early Christianity, a whole cultural layer, evidence of ancient civilizations is amazing! I highly recommend it.
I rarely write reviews, but this experience deserves special attention. I visited it with my wife, on her initiative. I was skeptical, but it turned out to be a pure delight. I didn’t even suspect that there were such curiosities in good old Turkey! Our guide, Umut, was explaining everything in detail and chronologically; we never got bored. It was great; I recommend it to everyone!
This tour definitely deserves attention and is a must-see in Cappadocia! Very beautiful murals, many are well preserved, the guide’s exciting narrations made the visit more vivid and understandable))…
I think even non-religious people would be curious to visit these ancient and culturally significant places!