Will we ride through all three named valleys?

Not necessarily. The route may include Kilicar, Rose or Red Valley. The activity lasts approximately one hour, so the named valleys describe possible routes rather than three guaranteed visits.

Is there a briefing before the ride?

Yes. A basic riding briefing and the necessary equipment are included, and an English-speaking instructor accompanies you. Follow the instructor’s directions during preparation and on the trail.

Can I ride after a Cappadocia day tour?

Yes. The ride is scheduled after the full sightseeing tour finishes around 16:00–17:00 and you return to your hotel. On a free day, morning, midday or afternoon slots can be booked subject to availability.

What is the minimum age?

Participants must be at least 10 years old. Children under 10 cannot join the horseback ride.

How much time should I leave before other plans?

Allow about two hours for hotel transfers, preparation and the one-hour ride. Plan the ride for a day when you stay in Cappadocia that night. If booking Turkish Night as well, allow time to return to your hotel before its pickup around 20:00.

Accompanied valley ride Minimum age 10

Cappadocia Horseback Riding Safari in the Valleys

About 1 hour on horsebackEnglish-speaking instructorCentral hotel pickup & return

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Tour Overview

Ride through Cappadocia’s valleys for about one hour with an English-speaking instructor. A riding briefing, equipment and transfers from central Cappadocia hotels are included.

Follow the valley tracks on a horseback ride in Cappadocia. The route may include Kilicar, Rose or Red Valley, with the choice depending on the route used that day. An English-speaking instructor accompanies the ride, and a basic briefing introduces the equipment before you set off.

The ride itself lasts approximately one hour. Allow about two hours overall for hotel collection, preparation and the return transfer. On a free day you can request an available morning, midday or afternoon slot. If you are also taking a full Cappadocia sightseeing tour, the ride follows that tour after its 16:00–17:00 finish.

Find other Cappadocia activities or explore the region on a guided Cappadocia day tour.

Included with your ride

English-speaking instructorThe instructor accompanies the ride and gives the basic briefing.
Riding equipmentThe necessary equipment is provided for the one-hour activity.
Both hotel transfersCollection and return are included for centrally located Cappadocia hotels.

Day by day

Tour Itinerary

Every day is set out in full below: the times, the transfers and every place you visit.

One hour on horseback through Cappadocia Hotel transfers, preparation and an accompanied valley ride, with timing arranged around your sightseeing day.

Your booked timeSubject to available slots; after sightseeing on a full tour dayPickup from your Cappadocia hotelThe transfer collects you from your centrally located hotel and takes you to the riding start point.

Riding briefing and equipmentMeet the English-speaking instructor, receive the necessary equipment and follow the basic riding briefing before setting off.

About 1 hourRiding time, separate from preparation and transfersHorseback ride in the valleysRide for approximately one hour with the instructor. The route may include Kilicar, Rose or Red Valley; the individual valleys are possible parts of the route.

Cappadocia’s valley tracksThe ride follows tracks through the valley landscape, placing the rock formations close to the route. The itinerary may include the valleys below; it is a one-hour ride rather than a promise to cover all three.
Kilicar Valley — possible routeAlso known as Sword Valley, Kilicar takes its name from the narrow rock formations rising along the valley. If the ride uses this route, the tall shapes form the backdrop to the trail.
Rose Valley — possible routeRose Valley has pink-toned rock slopes that change appearance with the light. A route through this valley brings those coloured faces into view from the saddle.
Red Valley — possible routeRed Valley is known for its warm-coloured cliffs and folds of rock. When included in the riding route, these slopes give a different setting from the narrower formations around Kilicar.

About 2 hours after pickupApproximate total duration, including transfers and preparationReturn to your hotelAfter the ride, the included transfer returns you to your centrally located Cappadocia hotel.

Included:
About 1 hour riding
English-speaking instructor
Equipment and briefing
Return hotel transfers

Package scope

What's Included

No hidden package costs. The horseback ride includes an English-speaking instructor, equipment, a basic briefing and pickup and return at your central Cappadocia hotel.

Included

Covered by the displayed package price

Pickup and return transfers from centrally located Cappadocia hotels
Horseback riding safari of approximately one hour
Basic riding briefing and necessary riding equipment
English-speaking riding instructor
Local taxes and service charges

Not included

Budget separately or add during booking

Hotel accommodation
Meals and drinks
Professional photography or video services
Personal expenses

Route & duration options

Compare Turkey Tour Packages

Compare a horseback outing with a quad safari or a handler-led camel ride through Cappadocia’s valley scenery.

This tour compared with 2 other Turkey packages Choose one adventure ride per day, allowing about two hours overall and scheduling it after any full-day sightseeing itinerary.
Comparison	You are viewingCappadocia Horseback Riding Safari in the ValleysA valley ride accompanied by a riding instructor	Cappadocia ATV Quad Safari Through the ValleysTravel the valley tracks by quad	Cappadocia Camel Ride Through the ValleysA camel ride led by local handlers
Experience	Horseback route may include Kilicar, Rose or Red Valley	ATV route through Sword, Rose, Love and Red valleys	Valley scenery, rock-cut dwellings and photo stops
Riding duration	Approximately one hour	Approximately one hour	Approximately one hour
Support included	English-speaking instructor, basic briefing and riding equipment	Basic instruction, safety briefing, helmet and protective equipment	Handlers lead the animals and assist with mounting
Minimum age	10 years	10 years	10 years
When it fits	Available daytime slot; after sightseeing on a tour day	Available daytime slot; after sightseeing on a tour day	Available daytime slot; after sightseeing on a tour day
Hotel transport	Central hotel pickup and return included	Hotel pickup and return included	Hotel pickup and return included
From price	€39	€39	€52
		View Tour & Prices: Cappadocia ATV Quad Safari Through the Valleys	View Tour & Prices: Cappadocia Camel Ride Through the Valleys

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Practical details

Before You Book

Choose a suitable time and understand what the riding route includes.

Will we ride through all three named valleys?
Not necessarily. The route may include Kilicar, Rose or Red Valley. The activity lasts approximately one hour, so the named valleys describe possible routes rather than three guaranteed visits.
Is there a briefing before the ride?
Yes. A basic riding briefing and the necessary equipment are included, and an English-speaking instructor accompanies you. Follow the instructor’s directions during preparation and on the trail.
Can I ride after a Cappadocia day tour?
Yes. The ride is scheduled after the full sightseeing tour finishes around 16:00–17:00 and you return to your hotel. On a free day, morning, midday or afternoon slots can be booked subject to availability.
What is the minimum age?
Participants must be at least 10 years old. Children under 10 cannot join the horseback ride.
How much time should I leave before other plans?
Allow about two hours for hotel transfers, preparation and the one-hour ride. Plan the ride for a day when you stay in Cappadocia that night. If booking Turkish Night as well, allow time to return to your hotel before its pickup around 20:00.