Price
2026
7 Nights
Low Season - €1,950 per person, sharing
Mid Season - €2,250 per person, sharing
High Season - €2,400 per person, sharing
Peak Season - €2,500 per person, sharing
Dates & Prices
TURKEY
Cappadocia Classic Trail
Overview
Set off from the peaceful Avanos Ranch with your guide, Ibrahim, and explore the heart of Cappadocia on a classic trail that takes you through some of the region’s most stunning landscapes. From traditional peasant villages to the captivating valleys, you’ll experience a diverse array of terrains, including striking rock formations, lush canyons, expansive plateaus, and steppe-like scenery. The route also leads you past vineyards and orchards, enhancing the beauty of the area.
As you travel, you’ll have the chance to visit local villages that reflect the timeless Anatolian way of life. Take in the sight of frescoed churches and ancient troglodytic dwellings, which offer a fascinating insight into Cappadocia’s rich history. These hidden gems, carved directly into the region’s soft volcanic rock, tell the story of the area’s long and varied past.
Your stay will be in charming, carefully selected hotels in Cappadocia’s most picturesque villages, ensuring a welcoming and authentic experience.
For an extra-special touch, you can choose to take a hot-air balloon flight at sunrise, offering breathtaking views of Cappadocia’s surreal landscape, including its iconic fairy chimneys and ancient cave dwellings. To conclude your week, indulge in a traditional Turkish bath experience at the historic hamam in Ürgüp, where you can unwind with a soothing steam bath and massage.
Cappadocia, located in central Turkey, is famous for its extraordinary landscape, shaped by centuries of volcanic eruptions and natural erosion. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s best known for its fairy chimneys—tall, cone-shaped rock formations that create a surreal and captivating environment. The region’s history is rich, with evidence of early Christian settlements and Byzantine influences still visible in the many rock-hewn churches and monasteries throughout the area.
Cappadocia also has a vibrant local culture, with traditions like pottery from Avanos, handcrafted carpets, and ancient wine-making practices still alive today. The region’s towns and villages, such as Göreme, Ürgüp, and Avanos, offer the perfect blend of ancient charm and modern comforts, providing an unforgettable travel experience.
Location
Cappadocia, Turkey
Airport
Kayseri, Turkey
Duration
7 nights
When to go
March-May, September-October
Riding level
Intermediate to Advanced
Weight
85 kg / 13.4 Stone / 187 lbs
Group size
8 max
Accommodation
Charming village hotels
Included
All riding, guiding, full board accommodation, drinks with meals and set time transfers from and to Kayseri airport.
Extras
Single supplement - €400.
Optional hot air balloon ride approximately €200.
Excluded
Flights, tips, optional balloon trip (approx. €200 payable), drinks outside of mealtimes and alcohol.
Price guarantee
All our riding holidays hold a price guarantee. We believe in your piece of mind on price when you book with us and will refund the difference should you find the same riding holiday elsewhere at a lower price.
Exchange rate
Rates are subject to daily exchange rate fluctuations, please refer to our Terms and Conditions for full details.
Transfers
International flight to Istanbul and a domestic flight to Kayseri.
To make use of the included transfer, you need to arrive in Kayseri airport between 05:00am and 22:00pm. Our driver will collect you at the airport and take you to your guesthouse for the first evening. On the first evening the welcome dinner is at 8pm so we recommend clients arrive before 6.30pm.
Arrival at other times is available but at an additional charge of approximately €65 each way per car payable directly in Euros or Turkish Lira.
Departure dates
2026
Low Season
29 March – 5 April
Mid Season
19 – 26 April
High Season
13 – 20 September
25 October – 1 November
Peak Season
10 – 17 May
4 – 11 October
Riding & Itinerary
The difficulty of this trail is 2/4, several fun canters every day but the pace is generally a little slower than on our other Cappadocia Trails giving you more time to enjoy the scenery.
Day 1
Arrival at Kayseri airport. You will be met by your chauffeur and transferred to your guesthouse in Cappadocia where you are free to check into your hotel then have dinner in one of the nearby restaurants. The transfer takes approximately 50 minutes.
Day 2
Riding: 4 – 5 hours
Your hosts will join you for breakfast then drive you to the stables (5 minutes) where you will meet the horses. Your ride will start along the banks of The Red River to Lake Bayramhaci then pass through the village of Sarihidir and return through the vineyards of Mount Ziyaret to finish in Avanos where you will stay overnight.
Day 3
Riding: 4 – 6 hours
After breakfast, transfer to the stables. Today you will ride from Avanos, through the small canyon of Cayagil then continue to the Valley of Love then onwards to Uchisar, a huge rocky outcrop with panoramic views.
Day 4
Riding: 5 – 6 hours
Today you ride through the most beautiful Cappadocian valleys with their multicoloured lunar shapes including The Valley of Kiliclar and The Red Valley where you can admire the varied landscapes created by volcanoes and erosion. Enjoy lunch on the terrace next to the Uzumlu chapel before riding through the KaranKemer Valley to your overnight accommodation in Uchisar.
Day 5
Riding: 4 – 6 hours
Venture into a less-know Cappadocia today. The agricultural village of Ibrahimpacha (also called Babayan) is the first point you will ride to today before continuing towards Gomeda and Uzengi. One of the most notable features of Uzengi valley are the pigeon houses and the natural springs, churches, and streams. Your ride will finish in Mustafapasa, an authentic old Greek village where you will spend your night.
Day 6
Riding: 5 – 6 hours
A complete change of diversity for your fifth day of riding. You will ride through plateaus and valleys, pass the fairy chimney formations of the Golgoli site. Your lunch stop will by near the Keslik Monastery before riding back to Mustafapasha via a trail that overlooks the entire valley. Overnight in Mustafapasha.
Day 7
Riding: 5 – 6 hours
For your final day of riding, you will explore the unique Pancarlik Valley with it’s monastery then follow a trail to admire the impressive view of The Rose Valley. The trail then leads to the Devrent Valley, through the Valley of Imagination to the 13th century Saruhan Caravanserai built by the Seljuks. You will then follow the Red River to return to the stables and enjoy your final night in Avanos.
Day 8
Riding: No riding.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your journey home.
Ask about
Hot-air balloon
Cross golf
Visit of Göreme Open Air Museum
Trip to the underground cities
Ceremony of the Whirling-Derviches
Trip to the valley of Ilhara
Trip to the valley of Soganli
Horses
Arabs, Arab Crosses and Anatolians. Forward-going, sure footed.
Riding level
Intermediate to Advanced
Type of riding
The difficulty of this trail is 2/4, several fun canters every day.
Tack
Snaffle bridles and comfortable trail riding saddles with saddle bags.
Weight limit
85 kg / 13.4 Stone / 187 lbs
Group size
8 max
Accommodation & Meals
You will stay in picturesque, comfortable hotels located in ancient stone houses or in renovated cave houses, typical of the local architecture. You will have the time to visit Cappadocia’s nicest villages and experience the legendary Turkish hospitality and the Anatolian way of life. Depending on availability, hotels are located in Avanos, Ayvali, Mustafapasa and Uchisar.
Accommodation
7 nights in double/twin room with ensuite toilets and shower.
All guesthouses offer internet access.
Lunch is taken in different restaurants and snacks or served in the nature by Cappadock’s team, you will taste local specialities.
Dinner and breakfast are taken at the hotels. Hotels serve Anatolian cuisine for dinner comprising a starter, one or two courses and a dessert. Vegetarian menu on request. Tea and mineral water are included.
Cappadocia wine, local alcoholic drinks, beer and soft drinks are available as an option.
Your luggage will be transferred by our logistics vehicle, so we recommend packing several smaller bags rather than one large, heavy suitcase for ease of travel.
Lunch
Enjoy diverse local flavors at different restaurants, or experience a unique outdoor dining experience, with snacks and meals prepared by the Cappadock team in the heart of nature. You’ll have the chance to taste authentic local specialties.
Dinner and Breakfast
Both meals are served at the hotels, where you will savor traditional Anatolian cuisine. The dinner menu typically includes a starter, one or two main courses, and a dessert. A vegetarian menu is available upon request. Tea and mineral water are included with every meal.
Anatolian Cuisine is a rich and diverse reflection of the region’s history and culture. Typical dishes often include:
Kebabs(like testi kebab, slow-cooked lamb or beef in a clay pot, and şiş kebab, skewered and grilled meats)
Mezes, a variety of small appetizers such as hummus, baba ghanoush, and stuffed grape leaves (yaprak sarma)
Pide, a Turkish-style flatbread topped with meat, cheese, or vegetables
Lentil soup (mercimek çorbası) or other hearty soups
Manti, Turkish dumplings filled with minced meat and served with yogurt and garlic sauce
Baklava for dessert, along with other sweet treats like künefe (a sweet cheese pastry) and şekerpare (semolina-based cookies soaked in syrup)
For those who wish to enjoy a drink, Cappadocia wine, local alcoholic beverages, beer, and soft drinks are available as an option.
This carefully curated combination of comfortable accommodations and authentic meals ensures that you will have an unforgettable experience in the heart of Cappadocia.
Accommodation
Charming village hotels
Single Supplement
Possible to have a single room for an additional fee
Meals
Inform us about food allergies and intolerances
Drinks
Drinks outside of mealtimes and alcohol payable
The Destination
Cappadocia in Turkey is famous for its otherworldly landscape that was formed over years of erosion of volcanic eruption deposits. As a result, there are caves, fairy chimneys, and a lot of other interesting rock formations.
The best months to visit Cappadocia are May to July and September to October for pleasant weather, beautiful scenery, and fewer crowds. Spring offers blooming flowers, while Autumn provides colorful foliage and comfortable temperatures.
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