Daily itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at Kayseri Airport (ASR) or Nevsehir Airport (NAV) and transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 2: Avanos Horse Center - Sarihidir - Bayramhadji - Mount Ziyaret - Avanos
Departure from the hotel after breakfast. Meet the horses at the equestrian center and take a short warm-up ride along the banks of the Red River to Lake Bayramhaci. You will pass through the village of Sarihidir and return through the vineyards of Mount Ziyaret to finish in Avanos. Overnight in Avanos.
- Riding time: 5 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Avanos - Chayaghil - Baglidere (Love Valley) - Uchisar
Departure from the hotel after breakfast. Meet the horses at the equestrian center and take a short warm-up ride along the banks of the Red River to Lake Bayramhaci. You will pass through the village of Sarihidir and return through the vineyards of Mount Ziyaret to finish in Avanos. Overnight in Avanos.
- Riding time: 5 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Zemi - Kiliclar - Red Valley - Rose Valley - Uzumlu Church - Karankemer - Uchisar
You enter the most beautiful Cappadocian valleys with their multicolored lunar shapes: the Valley of Kiliçlar, the Red Valley, and many others, to admire the varied landscapes created by volcanoes and erosion. Lunch on the terrace next to the Uzumlu chapel will let you experience Turkish hospitality. Return to your accommodation through the KaranKemer Valley. Overnight in Uçhisar.
- Riding time: 5.5 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Ibrahim pasha - Gomeda Valley - Uzengidere - Mustafapasha Village
You venture into a less-known Cappadocia by classic travelers. The village of Ibrahimpacha (also called Babayan) still retains its agricultural aspect. You continue towards Gomeda and Uzengi, valleys with immense pigeon houses. You will end your day in Mustafapaşa, an old Greek village that has preserved an authentic character. Night in Mustafapaşa.
- Riding time: 5 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6: Mount Avlak - Damsa Lake - Golgoli Ruins - Keshlik Monastery - Mustafapasha
This day offers total change and diversity. This hike takes you to another image of Cappadocia. Through plateaus and valleys, you will pass by the fairy chimney formations of the Golgoli site. A trail will take you to the Keşlik Monastery, where you will have lunch and then visit the rock monastery. Return to Mustafapaşa via a trail that overlooks the entire valley. Night in Mustafapacha.
- Riding time: 6 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: Pancarlik - Monastery Hospital - Bozdag - Devrent - Saruhan - Avanos
Every day and every moment has its uniqueness in Cappadocia. Through the Pancarlik Valley and a monastery that was once a hospital, you will take a path to admire an impressive view of the Rose Valley. Then, you will transition to the Devrent Valley, now called the Valley of Imagination, to arrive at the 13th-century Saruhan Caravanserai, built by the Seljuks. You will then follow along the Red River to return to the stable. Night in Avanos.
- Riding time: 5.5 hours
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8
Transfer to the airport.
About the tour
Famous for its unique rock formations, the magical and distinctive “fairy chimneys”, hot air balloon rides, and amazing horses. This is Cappadocia, which was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985. With it is natural and cultural criteria, you are so lucky to have an amazing site in Turkey. This wonderful place has so many activities to offer but Horseback Riding Turkey believes that the best and most unforgettable way to discover Cappadocia is on horseback trail ride.
This joyful experience is open to advanced and experienced horse riders. Some of the routes would need to be passed with hard gallop. Some routes may require you to dismount your horse and you have to be able to mount again independently. Because they prioritize your needs, they have to mention these points. Riding with well-mannered and lively Arabian and Anatolian-Arabian horses will leave you refreshed and full of joy.
Horses and equipment
Well-mannered, smooth-gaited, and high-spirited horses. Reliable and modern equipment. Riders are advised to bring their own riding equipment (helmets, boots, etc.) Helmets are provided upon request. Riders must be fit, able to trot, canter, and gallop, and have experience with trail riding.