Half-Day Ihlara Valley Private Walking Tour

The journey starts with Ihlara valley and countinues to Selime monastry and Gülşehir. Selime Monastery is an astonishing rock-cut construction and the largest religious structure in the Cappadocia region with a cathedral-sized church cut directly into the volcanic tuff. Inside, original frescoes can be found although some have been damaged by weather. Signs of early civilizations are also present at the ancient site: Hittites, Persians, Romans, Early Christians, Byzantines, Seljuk Turks and Ottomans are some of the many inhabitants to have settled here.

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   Ihlara Valley

   3 hours

   In the Ihlara Valley there are hundreds of old churches in the volcanic rock caves. The best-known churches are Ağaçaltı Church with cross plan, Sümbüllü Church, Pürenliseki Church, Kokar Church, Yilanli Church, Karagedik Church, Kirkdamatli Church, Direkli Church, Ala Church, Kemerli Church and Egritas Church.

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   Selime Monastery

   3 hours

   Than you continues to the Selime Monastry which is the biggest religious building in Cappadocia with a cathedral-size church.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• No Serious Medical Conditions

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.