Fly to Kayseri, the nearest major city to the Cappadocia area. Meet your guide and driver and proceed to Uchisar for a panoramic view of the unique lunar-like landscape. The soft volcanic rock, eroded by wind and weather over thousands of years, formed an unusual topography of natural pillars, cones and the famous "Fairy Chimneys". Visit "Dilek's house" and witness the rural family housing in a rock-carved dwelling.
Depart Uchisar and continue to Göreme Valley Open air Museum which is the highlight of the Cappadocia region. These valley houses, rock churches and monasteries are painted with colorful early Christian religious frescoes.
Day 2
Drive to the Kaymaklı underground city dug out by early Christians as a refuge from persecutors. Savor lunch in a cave-like atmosphere, then drive to Pashabag, the most impressive of the "fairy chimneys". The charming town of Avanos, on the banks of the Kızılırmak River, displays attractive architecture and is known for its handicrafts.At Cavusin, see an impressive triple apse church and the monastery of St. John the Baptist.
Day 3
Leave Cappadocia early in the morning and drive along the Salt Lake to Turkey’s capital, Ankara. Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations which is located across from the famous Ankara Castle. The museum has the most unique and priceless collection of artifacts from the Prehistoric era and the Hittite period. Experts regard this as one of the finest museums of ancient culture.
After lunch at a restaurant in Ankara’s old fort, proceed to Atatürk’s Mausoleum along the marble-paved Lion’s path flanked by elegant pavilions, bas-relief carvings and rows of statues.
This brings you to the end of your adventure in Central Anatolia.
