Mustafapaşa, Cemil, Keslik, Sobesos, Taşkınpaşa, Soğanlı

Archaeological Tour

Hidden Beauties of Cappadocia — archaeological sites, ancient villages & Seljuk heritage

Hakkında

Discover the "Hidden Beauties of Cappadocia" — non-touristic areas prepared by archaeologists and professional tourist guides. This excursion is designed for visitors who want to experience local village life, ancient civilizations and educational historical sites away from the crowds. From the UN-awarded "Best Tourism Village" of Mustafapaşa to the Roman-era excavation at Sobesos Ancient City, this full-day journey covers 6 unique destinations spanning from Greek Orthodox heritage to Seljuk architectural wonders.

Duration

Full Day (8-9 hours)

Pickup

09:30 – 09:45

Return

18:00 – 18:30

Guide

Archaeologist with Master's degree

Min. Group

2 people (private recommended)

Diet

Vegetarian & halal available

Öne Çıkanlar

  • • Mustafapaşa Village — UN "Best Tourism Village" award winner
  • • Cemil Köy — abandoned Greek village with ring-bell church tower
  • • Keslik Monastery — smallest monastery with baptismal pool
  • • Sobesos Ancient City — Roman-era excavation with floor mosaics
  • • Taşkınpaşa — finest Seljuk architectural remains in Cappadocia
  • • Soğanlı Valley — churches from 6th-14th centuries & handmade Soğanlı dolls

Güzergâh

  1. Hotel Pickup

    Pickup from your hotel at 09:30–09:45.

  2. Mustafapaşa (Sinassos) Village

    Visit the UN World Tourism Organization "Best Tourism Village" — an old Greek village with enormous architecture, nature and folkloric heritage.

  3. Cemil Köy Ancient Village

    Explore the abandoned Greek village with its charming church building and ring-bell tower, left when residents moved to Europe in the 1960s.

  4. Keslik Monastery

    Visit one of the smallest monasteries of Cappadocia featuring a rare baptismal pool and meet the most hospitable local people.

  5. Sobesos Ancient City

    Walk inside the archaeological excavation area (started 2002, Roman period). See well-preserved bathrooms, floor mosaics, graves and meeting rooms.

  6. Taşkınpaşa & Şahinefendi Village

    Visit the finest Seljuk architectural remains — caravanserais, mosques, tombs and madrassas — plus village houses and rock-carved potato warehouses.

  7. Soğanlı Valley

    Trek among churches from the 6th-14th centuries, enjoy traditional lunch in green gardens, and discover the famous handmade Soğanlı dolls.

  8. Return to Hotel

    Drop-off at your hotel by 18:00–18:30.

Dahil

  • All-day transportation with A/C vehicles
  • Entrance fees to museums
  • Professional archaeologist-guide (all day)
  • Lunch in local restaurant (only drinks extra)
  • All taxes and service fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Hariç

  • Drinks during lunch
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Soğanlı dolls and souvenirs