Things to do in Cappadocia, Turkey: The Best Outdoor Activities

November 30, 2021 Roger Rusk

Lying in south central Turkey, the moonscaped region of Cappadocia, southeast of Ankara, is most famous for unique geological features called fairy chimneys. The large, cone-like formations were created over time by erosion of the relatively soft volcanic ash around them. Past cultures have dug into them to create dwellings, castles (like Uchisar) and even entire underground cities like Kaymakli and Derinkuyu, used as hiding places by early Christians. Nearby Kayseri is the gateway to the area.
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1. Kapadokya Balloons

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Kapadokya Balloons

Kapadokya Balloons is celebrating 25 successful year! As the people who pioneered ballooning in Cappadocia, we share your love for adventure. It's that passion, tempered with more than twenty five years of experience flying balloons that has helped us become the best ballooning operator in Turkey. Every flight is a fantastic adventure as we float intimately amongst the fairy chimneys and soar over the magnificent Cappadocian landscape. A flight with Kapadokya Balloons is truly "the experience of a lifetime!"

2. Cappadocia Voyager Balloons

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Cappadocia Voyager Balloons

A 20-year success story. Every flight over Cappadocia offers a wonderful scenic adventure and Voyager Balloons has one of the best safety records, having flown more than 260,000 people over Cappadocia over the last ten years. Our nine luxury aircraft are the newest, safest and most comfortable balloons available. While our safety standards and insurance coverage exceed Turkish, European and American regulations.

3. Butterfly Balloons

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Butterfly Balloons

Floating effortlessly just an arms stretch away from the tops of the fairy-chimneys, fruit trees and then ascending high above the ice cream coloured ravines, this is simply the best way to travel above the valleys of Cappadocia.

4. Royal Balloon

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Royal Balloon

Royal Balloon - Cappadocia; We offer Luxury & Exclusive Hot Air Balloon Flights in the spectacular and extraordinary landscape of Cappadocia / Turkey.

5. Reliable Travel

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Reliable Travel

I am Serap Aga, the owner of Reliable Travel, a personalized travel service located in magical Cappodocia and as a native, I will provide you with a unique experience of my enchanting country from the inside out. I and my staff treat visitors to a personal, hands-on authentic Turkish cultural experience. We specialize in small groups, cultural tours, individuals and couples, but can also accommodate larger groups who wish the personal touch in the planning of their trip.

6. Skyway Balloons

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Skyway Balloons

Skyway BalloonsTM is one of the most experienced companies in hot air balloon flights. Our experience of 16 years in the service sector of tourism by all the country and in other balloon companies for 11 years has been giving us the occasion to lend the major quality and the best flight experience to you. We have privilege to fly with the newest Cameron and Kubicek Balloons and also our insurances and standarts are the most modern and updated ones.

7. Cemal Ranch

Isak Kalesi BayIr ArasI Mevki, Ortahisar 50650 Turkey +90 532 291 02 11 [email protected] http://www.cemalranch.com
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Cemal Ranch

Explore Cappadocia on horseback with our highly recommended Cemal Ranch Horse Tours.Regardless of your age or riding experience our local expertise and well trained horses will make your visit memorable in every way! Cappadocia is called 'The Land of Beautiful Horses ' so what better way to experience this rare and stunning lunar like landscape than from the back of your very own local horse. Our ranch is in the heart of it all, just mins from the famous Panoramic Viewpoint and fairy chimney rock formations of Rose & Red Valley. Book 1 hr or 2 hrs, Romantic Sunset and Sunrise Rides - where Hot Air Balloons rise gently through the valley above you ! Fabulous once in a lifetime photo opportunities .We don't follow the crowds but ride the best trails through stunning 'fairy chimney' rock formations,local vineyards, caves,and the unique rock churches of Cappadocia. Full Day, Multi-day Rides & Groups by request Drinks & transport included. Cemal Ranch is family owned & operated

Reviewed By PeterDelbalco - San Francisco, United States

Wonderful experience this morning. Excellent ride, best service and very good value for the money. Mr Cemal was extremely nice and friendly. He provided very good assistants and watch dog. And he was following behind us to make sure all goes well. Even the watch dog was super attentive and going ahead and looking out for any danger. But of course there is no danger. Its very relaxing ride with amazing views. I highly recommend Cemal Ranch. He is super nice person.

8. Turquaz Balloons

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Turquaz Balloons

Turquaz Balloons is originally in Cappadocia which has been flying in the region since 2013 and changed the original name (Maccan Balloon) to provide more high standards of flight operation for the guests who are looking for an unforgettable experience with smallest baskets to feel more privileged. Our inventory has 4-8-16-20 cap. baskets that aiming to offer the most indulged satisfy of flight.

9. Gorgeous Tour - Daily Tours

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Gorgeous Tour - Daily Tours

We are innovative, principled and responsible travel agency in Cappadocia and our goal is 100% satisfaction to our valuable guests. Quality tour is no coincidence.

10. MyTrip Travel

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MyTrip Travel

Our website: mytriptravelagency.com The Cappadocian Region located in the center of the Anatolian Region of Turkey, with its valley, canyon, hills and unusual rock formation created as a result of the eroding rains and winds of thousands of years of the level, lava-covered plain located between the volcanic mountains Erciyes, Melendiz and Hasan as well as its troglodyte dwellings carved out of the rock and cities.

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