Cappadocia’s Red, Green and Mix Tours are structured full-day guided tours covering different regions of the area. While they share certain elements, each follows a distinct geographical route and includes different historical and natural sites.
This guide explains what is included in each tour and how the group and private options differ in structure and flexibility.
What Distinguishes the Red, Green and Mix Tours?
The primary differences between the tours relate to:
The region of Cappadocia visited
Whether an underground city is included
The overall duration of the day
The inclusion of the Ihlara Valley walk
The Red Tour focuses on northern and central Cappadocia.
The Green Tour explores southern Cappadocia and includes Derinkuyu Underground City and Ihlara Valley.
The Mix Tour combines northern highlights with an underground city visit, without including the Ihlara Valley walk.
The Red Tour – Northern and Central Cappadocia
Route and Sites Visited
The Red Tour covers key sites in northern and central Cappadocia, including:
Uçhisar Castle
Zelve Open Air Museum
Çavuşin village (historic Greek houses)
Paşabağı (Monks Valley)
Devrent Valley
A family-run pottery workshop in Avanos
Lunch is taken in Avanos during the tour.
The day typically runs from approximately 09:30 to 16:00.
Group Red Tour
Group tours are limited to a maximum of 15 participants and include:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transportation in a modern minivan
Professional English-speaking guide
All entrance tickets
Lunch (excluding drinks)
The schedule follows a structured programme designed to cover the listed sites comfortably within the day.
Private Red Tour
The Private Red Tour follows the same core route but is operated exclusively for your group.
Private tours provide:
A dedicated vehicle and guide
Flexible start times (by arrangement)
The ability to adjust the pacing of visits
Entrance tickets and lunch are not included, allowing you to decide which sites you wish to enter and where/what you would prefer to eat. The overall rhythm of the day can be adapted according to your interests and timing.
The Green Tour – Southern Cappadocia and Ihlara Valley
Route and Sites Visited
The Green Tour explores southern Cappadocia and includes:
Göreme Panorama viewpoint
Derinkuyu Underground City (up to 8 levels)
Selime Monastery
Ihlara Valley (approximately 4 km riverside walk)
Uçhisar / Pigeon Valley viewpoint
Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant in Ihlara Valley.
This is a longer day, typically running from approximately 09:30 until 17:30–18:00.
Group Green Tour
Group tours are limited to a maximum of 15 participants and include:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transportation in a modern minivan
Professional English-speaking guide
All entrance tickets
Lunch (excluding drinks)
The route includes both underground exploration and an easy riverside walk through Ihlara Valley.
Private Green Tour
The Private Green Tour follows the same overall route but is organised exclusively for your group.
Private tours offer:
A dedicated vehicle and guide
Flexible departure time (by agreement)
The ability to adapt time spent at each location
Entrance tickets and lunch are paid separately, allowing you to choose your preferred restaurant and determine which sites you wish to enter. The pace of the day can be adjusted according to your preferences.
The Mix Tour – A Combined Route
Route and Sites Visited
The Mix Tour combines highlights of the Red Tour with an underground city visit.
The itinerary includes:
Uçhisar Castle
Çavuşin village
Zelve Open Air Museum
Paşabağı (Monks Valley)
Devrent Valley
Kaymaklı Underground City (group tour)
Pigeon Valley viewpoint
A pottery workshop in Avanos
Lunch is taken in Avanos.
The Mix Tour does not include the 4 km Ihlara Valley walk featured in the Green Tour.
Group Mix Tour
Group Mix Tours include:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Transportation in a modern minivan
Professional English-speaking guide
All entrance tickets
Lunch (excluding drinks)
This option combines northern highlights with an underground city visit within a single day.
Private Mix Tour
Private Mix Tours are operated exclusively for your group and include:
A dedicated vehicle and guide
Flexible start time
Adjustable pacing throughout the day
The underground city visited may be Derinkuyu or Kaymaklı, depending on planning. Entrance tickets and lunch are not included, allowing you to customise the experience and choose your preferred dining location.
Group and Private Tours – Structural Differences
Group tours operate on a fixed daily programme with a shared schedule. Entrance tickets and lunch are included, and the itinerary follows a coordinated timetable to ensure all listed sites are visited within the day.
Private tours are arranged exclusively for your group. While the core route remains similar, timing can be adapted, stops may be extended or shortened, and the overall pace is more flexible. Lunch arrangements and entrance fees are handled individually, allowing for personal preference and greater control over the day.
All three tours are available in both group and private formats, with private options offering additional flexibility in timing and structure.
