Half-Day Ihlara Valley Private Walking Tour: Journey through Selime Monastery and Gülşehir
Guzelyurt
Embark on a half-day private walking tour through the breathtaking Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery, and Gülşehir. Explore ancient civilizations, admire rock-cut constructions, and discover original frescoes in the largest religious structure in Cappadocia.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ihlara Valley - In the Ihlara Valley there are hundreds of old churches in the volcanic rock caves. The best-known churches are Ağaçaltı Church with cross plan, Süm¼llü Church, Pürenliseki Church, Kokar Church, Yilanli Church, Karagedik Church, Kirkdamatli Church, Direkli Church, Ala Church, Kemerli Church and Egritas Church.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Complimentary bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information
The journey starts with Ihlara valley and countinues to Selime monastry and Gülşehir.
Selime Monastery is an astonishing rock-cut construction and the largest religious structure in the Cappadocia region with a cathedral-sized church cut directly into the volcanic tuff. Inside, original frescoes can be found although some have been damaged by weather. Signs of early civilizations are also present at the ancient site: Hittites, Persians, Romans, Early Christians, Byzantines, Seljuk Turks and Ottomans are some of the many inhabitants to have settled here.
- No Serious Medical Conditions
Location
Ihlara Valley
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
