Mustafapaşa, Cemil, Keslik, Sobesos, Taşkınpaşa, Soğanlı
Hidden Beauties of Cappadocia — archaeological sites, ancient villages & Seljuk heritage
Discover the "Hidden Beauties of Cappadocia" — non-touristic areas prepared by archaeologists and professional tourist guides. This excursion is designed for visitors who want to experience local village life, ancient civilizations and educational historical sites away from the crowds.
From the UN-awarded "Best Tourism Village" of Mustafapaşa to the Roman-era excavation at Sobesos Ancient City, this full-day journey covers 6 unique destinations spanning from Greek Orthodox heritage to Seljuk architectural wonders.
Duration
Full Day (8-9 hours)
Pickup
09:30 – 09:45
Return
18:00 – 18:30
Guide
Archaeologist with Master's degree
Min. Group
2 people (private recommended)
Diet
Vegetarian & halal available
Pickup from your hotel at 09:30–09:45.
Visit the UN World Tourism Organization "Best Tourism Village" — an old Greek village with enormous architecture, nature and folkloric heritage.
Explore the abandoned Greek village with its charming church building and ring-bell tower, left when residents moved to Europe in the 1960s.
Visit one of the smallest monasteries of Cappadocia featuring a rare baptismal pool and meet the most hospitable local people.
Walk inside the archaeological excavation area (started 2002, Roman period). See well-preserved bathrooms, floor mosaics, graves and meeting rooms.
Visit the finest Seljuk architectural remains — caravanserais, mosques, tombs and madrassas — plus village houses and rock-carved potato warehouses.
Trek among churches from the 6th-14th centuries, enjoy traditional lunch in green gardens, and discover the famous handmade Soğanlı dolls.
Drop-off at your hotel by 18:00–18:30.
