4 Days Cappadocia Tour from Ankara by Bus
This 4-day Cappadocia tour from Ankara by bus is tailored for those who want a full yet flexible experience. With a relaxed afternoon departure, travelers avoid the rush and arrive in Cappadocia ready to enjoy three unforgettable days of guided tours.
Each day explores a different region—Red, Yellow, and Green—taking you from fairy chimneys to deep underground cities and riverside monasteries. Perfect for Ankara-based travelers looking for a well-paced, flight-free adventure packed with iconic sights.
- Midday departure allows a relaxed start—no early morning rush
- Covers the most scenic and historic parts of Cappadocia with three full-day guided tours
- No need for flights—perfect for travelers seeking affordable and complete experiences
- Comfortable round-trip travel and carefully selected accommodations
- Ideal for first-time visitors from Ankara who want to see the full scope of the region
- Intercity bus tickets (Ankara ⇄ Cappadocia)
- 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Guided Red, Yellow, and Green Tours with English-speaking guides
- Lunches during tour days
- All entrance fees to museums and historical sites
- Transfers in Cappadocia (bus station, hotel, and tour days)
- Personal expenses
- Dinners and beverages
- Hotel transfer in Ankara
- Optional activities (e.g. balloon ride, ATV safari)
4-Day Cappadocia Tour from Ankara by Bus – Comfortably Timed & Fully Guided
🚌 Day 1 – Afternoon Departure from Ankara & Arrival in Cappadocia
13:00 – Bus Departure from Ankara Main Bus Station: Your Cappadocia journey begins with a midday departure. Guests are required to arrive at Ankara Main Bus Station on their own. Hotel transfers in Ankara are not included. (We can arrange a later or earlier bus according to your request.)
17:00 – Arrival at Cappadocia Bus Station: Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by our local team and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Rest of the Day – Free Time: After settling in, enjoy a relaxing evening in Cappadocia. You may explore the nearby town, sip Turkish tea at a local café, or take a short sunset walk in the valleys.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 2 – Red (North) 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: Your full-day Red Tour begins after breakfast, covering the most iconic landscapes and cultural stops in the northern part of Cappadocia.
- Devrent Valley: A whimsical world of naturally sculpted rocks shaped like animals and mythical figures—ideal for photos and imagination.
- Pasabag Open Air Museum: Also known as Monks Valley, home to giant fairy chimneys once used as hermit retreats carved directly into the rock.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: A fascinating ghost town carved into stone, where cave homes, chapels, and tunnels reveal centuries of rural life.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Observe traditional pottery making passed down from Hittite times and try spinning clay with your own hands.
- Goreme Panorama: Take in sweeping views over the magical Göreme Valley, scattered with fairy chimneys and cave homes.
- Uchisar Castle (Photo Stop): This towering rock fortress offers the best panoramic spot to view the entire region.
17:00 – Tour Ends: Transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 3 – Yellow (South) Cappadocia Tour
09:30 – Hotel Pick-up: Start your day with a deeper dive into Cappadocia’s cultural and natural wonders on the Yellow Tour.
- Rose & Red Valleys: Scenic walking trails among colorful tufa hills, hidden cave chapels, and spectacular viewpoints.
- Çavuşin Village: Explore a rock-carved village home to one of the oldest churches in the region.
- Özkonak Underground City: Journey beneath the earth to see how locals once hid from invasions in multi-level underground shelters.
- Pigeon Valley: A viewpoint showcasing the historic dovecotes etched into cliffs—once used for agricultural purposes.
- Ortahisar Panorama: Snap memorable photos of this traditional stone village crowned by a massive rock castle.
17:00 – Return to Hotel: Enjoy your evening at leisure.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 4 – Green Cappadocia Tour & Return to Ankara
09:30 – Hotel Pick-up: Cap off your journey with the lush landscapes and hidden spiritual sites of the Green Tour.
- Pigeon Valley Viewpoint: Start with a panoramic overlook of one of Cappadocia’s most iconic valleys.
- Derinkuyu Underground City: The deepest of its kind in the region, Derinkuyu descends multiple levels and includes kitchens, stables, and hidden chambers.
- Ihlara Valley: Take a peaceful walk through this verdant canyon carved by the Melendiz River, lined with rock-cut churches.
- Belisırma Village: Enjoy a riverside lunch in this tranquil, green oasis within the valley.
- Selime Monastery: Conclude your Cappadocia adventure at this astonishing rock-cut cathedral complex with stunning views.
17:00 – End of Tour: After the tour, you’ll be transferred to Göreme Bus Station.
19:00 – Bus Departure to Ankara: Begin your return journey.
23:00 – Arrival at Ankara Main Bus Station: The tour ends here. No hotel transfer is provided.
- Balloon rides and other optional tours are not included but can be booked in advance.
- We can arrange your bus morning, afternoon or night according to your request.
- There is no hotel transfers in Ankara. But all the transfers in Cappadocia are included.
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.
Four days allowed unhurried exploration and time to really appreciate craftsmanship of ancient builders. Photography hobby meant I spent hours getting perfect shots at different times of day.
Nursing school stress relief and four days of ancient history was exactly what my mind needed. Perspective on human resilience through centuries.
Brought elderly father who survived war and displacement in his youth. Underground cities resonated deeply with his experiences of hiding and survival. Emotional journey for both of us as he shared stories I had never heard before. Four days allowed gentle pace for his mobility needs and time for meaningful conversations about resilience and hope.
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