3 Days Cappadocia Tour from Ankara by Bus
This 3-day Cappadocia tour from Ankara by bus is designed to give you the full experience of Turkey’s most iconic region without missing a thing.
Starting with the Red Tour’s fairy chimneys and open-air museums, continuing with the Yellow Tour’s ancient villages and underground cities, and ending with the Green Tour’s scenic valleys and cave monasteries, this program is a complete journey through Cappadocia. It’s a smart choice for those based in Ankara who want a fully guided, immersive trip without flights.
- Covers all three major Cappadocia tour routes: Red, Yellow, and Green in one trip
- Offers a balanced mix of historical, natural, and cultural sights
- Ideal for Ankara-based travelers who prefer to avoid flying
- Round-trip transportation and full logistics handled for a worry-free experience
- Packed with value: three guided tours, accommodations, meals, and transfers all included
- Round-trip intercity bus tickets (Ankara – Cappadocia – Ankara)
- 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Red, Yellow, and Green Cappadocia tours with English-speaking guides
- All entrance fees to museums and sites
- Lunch during tour days
- All Cappadocia transfers between bus station, hotel, and tours
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Breakfast on Day 1 and dinners
- Optional activities (e.g. hot air balloon ride)
- Hotel transfer in Ankara
3 Days Cappadocia Tour from Ankara by Bus – Red, Yellow & Green Routes Combined
🚌 Day 1 – Bus from Ankara to Cappadocia
06:30 – Departure from Ankara Main Bus Station: Your Cappadocia journey begins with a comfortable early morning intercity bus ride. Guests must arrive at the station on their own.
Duration: The ride takes approximately 4 hours, with brief breaks along the way.
10:30 – Arrival at Göreme Bus Station: Upon arrival, your guide will greet you and the first day of exploration begins.
Red (North) Cappadocia Tour
10:30 – Start of Tour: Dive into the heart of North Cappadocia as you discover surreal valleys, ancient villages, and fairy chimneys on the Red Tour.
- Devrent Valley: A natural sculpture garden where the wind and rain have carved the rocks into shapes resembling camels, seals, and even dancing figures.
- Pasabag Open Air Museum: Home to towering mushroom-like fairy chimneys with hidden monk cells, a striking sight unique to Cappadocia.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Walk through a once-inhabited rock village filled with cave homes, tunnels, and historic chapels.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Visit Cappadocia’s pottery capital and witness artisans craft clay masterpieces using ancient techniques.
- Goreme Panorama: A breathtaking overlook of Göreme’s unique valley architecture and fairy chimneys.
- Uchisar Castle (Photo Stop): Enjoy panoramic views from Cappadocia’s natural rock citadel.
17:00 – Tour Ends: Transfer to your hotel for check-in and rest.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 2 – Yellow (South) Cappadocia Tour
Hot Air Balloon Flight
The price of the hot air balloon flight is not included in this package. You can add it optionally if you want to experience the incredible sunrise view over Cappadocia.
Hot Air Balloon Watching
If you prefer to stay on the ground but still want to capture amazing photos of the balloons floating over the fairy chimneys, join our hot air balloon watching tour.
09:30 – Hotel Pick-up: After breakfast, join your guide for a full-day journey through Southern Cappadocia’s hidden valleys and underground cities.
- Rose & Red Valleys: These connected valleys offer a colorful hiking route among pink-hued rock formations and Byzantine cave churches.
- Çavuşin Village: Visit one of Cappadocia’s oldest settlements, home to a massive rock-cut church dedicated to John the Baptist.
- Özkonak Underground City: Discover a subterranean world of passageways, ventilation shafts, and defense systems used by early Christians.
- Pigeon Valley: Admire a panoramic view of dovecotes carved into the cliffs—used in ancient agriculture.
- Ortahisar Panorama: Stop for a photo of this quaint stone village overlooked by a giant rock fortress.
17:00 – Return to Hotel: Enjoy your evening at leisure.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 3 – Green Cappadocia Tour & Return to Ankara
09:30 – Hotel Pick-up: On your final day, head to the southernmost part of Cappadocia for a day of natural and historical wonders.
- Pigeon Valley Viewpoint: Start the day with a scenic overlook filled with centuries-old pigeon nests carved into stone walls.
- Derinkuyu Underground City: Descend into the largest and deepest underground refuge in the region, complete with communal halls and air shafts.
- Ihlara Valley: Take a riverside walk through this lush canyon, once home to hermit monks and richly decorated cave churches.
- Belisırma Village: Enjoy a traditional lunch in this serene riverside village nestled within Ihlara Valley.
- Selime Monastery: Visit Cappadocia’s largest rock-cut monastery complex with cathedral-sized chambers and panoramic viewpoints.
17:00 – End of Tour: After a full day of discovery, you’ll be transferred to Göreme Bus Station.
19:00 – Bus Departure to Ankara: Begin your journey back to Ankara.
23:00 – Arrival at Ankara Main Bus Station: The tour concludes upon arrival. Hotel transfer is not included.
- Please arrive at Ankara Main Bus Station by your own.
- Hot air balloon rides are not included but can be booked in advance for Day 2.
- Bus departure times are approximate and may vary due to traffic or seasonal changes.
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please let us know during the reservation process. On the checkout page, you will see an "Additional Request" section where you can specify your preference.
However, please note that we will make the reservation at one of the hotels listed below or similar quality hotels based on availability.
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