Arrival at Kayseri Nevşehir Airport (or Kayseri). Transfer to your Göreme/Uçhisar hotel. Light orientation walk through Göreme town. Evening at a panoramic viewpoint to watch the sunset over the fairy chimneys and valleys. Welcome meeting with your guide to review the week’s active schedule and safety briefing for hikes and biking.

Tip: If your flight arrives early, consider adding a guided village walk or short introductory bike ride.

Optional early-morning hot-air balloon transfer (book in advance) to watch sunrise over the lunar landscape — a signature Cappadocia experience. After breakfast, embark on a guided hike through the Red Valley and Rose Valley with stops at rock-cut churches and panoramic viewpoints. Afternoon free to relax or explore local pottery and carpet shops.

Note: Balloons are weather-dependent; if canceled, the day’s hike and a valley e-bike option remain.

Drive to one of the region’s subterranean wonders: Derinkuyu Underground City (or Kaymaklı depending on route). Guided exploration through tunnels, stables, wineries and communal chambers carved into the volcanic rock. Afternoon caving workshop or optional ATV ride across valleys. Evening free to sample Anatolian cuisine at a local restaurant.

Important: Underground passages can be narrow and cool — bring layered clothing and sturdy shoes.

Morning guided bike tour (e-bike options available) covering panoramic trails, fairy chimneys and off-the-beaten-track hamlets. Lunch at a countryside picnic spot. Afternoon visit to Uçhisar Castle for sweeping vistas and photo opportunities. Evening optional Turkish night with folk music and dance.

Fitness: Moderate. E-bikes recommended for mixed-terrain sections.

After breakfast, transfer south toward the Ihlara Valley. En route stop at panoramic viewpoints and small agricultural towns. Explore Selime Monastery, a dramatic rock-cut cathedral complex at the valley entrance. Check into a cozy guesthouse near Ihlara for a restful evening.

Travel note: Road transfer ~1.5–2 hours from central Cappadocia depending on route.

Full-day guided hike along the Ihlara Valley gorge — a green ribbon of riverine landscape punctuated by Byzantine cave churches and frescoes. Stop at Belisirma village for a riverside lunch. Late afternoon short drive to Derinkuyu area for a deeper look or additional exploration as desired.

Note: Hike involves stairs and uneven trails — good walking shoes and water recommended.

Morning transfer to Konya, the spiritual heart of Sufi tradition. Visit the Mevlana Museum (Rumi’s mausoleum) and the Ince Minaret Madrasa. Afternoon walking tour of Konya’s historic center and free time to taste traditional ‘etli ekmek’ and shop. Evening stay in Konya with optional Whirling Dervishes performance (seasonal).

Tip: Konya can be conservative; dress respectfully when visiting religious sites.

After breakfast, transfer to Kayseri or Konya Airport for your onward flight. If time permits, stop en route at pottery workshops or a scenic overlook for last-minute photos. Farewell and end of the 7-night Turkey Adventure package.

If you’d like to extend: add extra nights in Cappadocia for more hikes or join a Pamukkale/Antalya extension.