Tour Program and Places to Visit
~09:30 - Hotel Pickup
Pickup from your hotel in Göreme, Uçhisar, Ürgüp or Avanos with our air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide joins you for the whole day.
Göreme Open Air Museum
A UNESCO World Heritage site with rock-cut churches and Byzantine frescoes dating from the 10th–12th centuries. All entrance tickets are included.
Love Valley
Cappadocia's most famous fairy chimneys — tall, slender rock pillars rising from the valley floor — and one of the region's most iconic views.
Esentepe Valley Panorama
A perfect panoramic photo spot overlooking Göreme town and the surrounding valleys.
Uçhisar Panorama
Views of Uçhisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, and the landscape stretching out around it.
Lunch
Lunch at a local restaurant with regional Anatolian dishes. Vegetarian options available (drinks are extra).
Devrent (Imagination) Valley
Rock formations shaped like animals — the famous camel rock among them. A favourite stop for photos and imagination.
Carpet & Kilim Weaving
Discover the traditional craftsmanship behind hand-knotted Turkish carpets and kilims, and watch the weavers at work. No purchase obligation.
Pottery Making
Watch a master potter shape clay on the wheel and see local art in action — you can even try it yourself. No purchase obligation.
~17:30 - Return to Hotel
After a full day of exploring, you are dropped off at your hotel.
Prices and Booking
Shared Group
Per person
- Shared group tour (max 14 people)
- Professional guide
- Lunch included
- All entrance tickets included
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
Frequently Asked Questions
Which places does the Red Love Tour visit?
The tour visits Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO), Love Valley, the Esentepe Valley panorama, the Uçhisar panorama, Devrent (Imagination) Valley, a carpet & kilim weaving workshop and a pottery workshop. Lunch is included.
How is it different from the Red Tour (Without Museum Tickets)?
The no-ticket Red Tour focuses on Zelve Open Air Museum and Paşabağ (Monks Valley), with entrance fees paid separately. The Red Love Tour includes all tickets and visits Göreme Open Air Museum and Love Valley instead, adds the Uçhisar panorama, and includes a carpet & kilim weaving demonstration alongside pottery making.
Are entrance tickets included?
Yes. All entrance tickets are included in the price, so there is nothing extra to pay at the gate. Lunch, air-conditioned transport and hotel transfers are also included.
Do I have to buy anything at the carpet and pottery workshops?
No. These stops are demonstrations of traditional Cappadocian craftsmanship. Shopping is completely optional.
Is lunch included and are there vegetarian options?
Yes, lunch at a local restaurant is included and vegetarian options are available. Drinks are extra. Let us know any dietary needs when booking.
Is the tour suitable for children and seniors?
Yes. The tour involves light walking at each stop and nothing strenuous, so it suits most ages. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
How long is the tour?
It is a full-day tour of about 8 hours including hotel pickup and drop-off.
