Cappadocia Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Discover the Top 5 Destinations to Visit in 2024! 🌍✨ Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey to some of the most beautiful destinations in 2024?

TOP 5 DESTINATIONS TO VISIT IN 2024 😍 🌎 Who is ready to explore beautiful destinations in 2024? Many of you guys are planning your next trip for 2024 and here are some places to add to your travel bucket list for 2024 🤩 1.Cappadocia: incredible bucket list destination with stunning landscapes and the amazing hot-air balloons 😍 Best time to visit: Apr - Oct Tip: Stay at least 2-3 nights as weather conditions can change and book your balloon flight in advance. Best hotels: @azacavehotel @sultan_cave_suites @localcavehouse Best balloon companies: @turquazballoons @butterflyballoons 2.Maldives: A must for beach lovers 🏝 Best time to visit: Jan - May. If you visit in offseason from Jun - Nov, prices are lower but chances of rain are higher. TIP: Combine your stay with a local island which is incredible value for money. My fav local island is Thinaidhoo reachable in only 1h30 by speedboat from Male. 3.Zermatt: Most beautiful winter destination in Switzerland with the amazing Matterhorn Mountain 🏔 Best time to visit: Dec - Apr for the most incredible winter paradise. Tip: Make sure to visit the stunning rooftop terraces and restaurants. My fav ones are Chez Vrony & Blue Lounge 4.Positano: One of the most unique destinations in Italy and super romantic 🍋❤️ Best time to visit: Jun - Oct, Tip: book your accommodation at least 6 months in advance. I highly recommend @albergocalifornia for incredible value for money and @marincanto_romantichotel for the best views in town. 5.Northern Italy:Lake Como, Venice, Cinque Terre & Portofino for la Dolce Vita. Best time to visit: Apr - Oct Tip: Fly into Milan to start your trip. Make sure to save this post for travel inspo for 2024. Tag someone special you would love to travel with in 2024 ❤️ credit alexandratravellover& Contact us for removal

5 THINGS YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT CAPPADOCIA 🇹🇷❤️

Who would love to explore beautiful Cappadocia? 😍 It is one of the most magical places in the world and I can highly recommend to visit. Here are my tips for your next visit to Cappadocia 🤩 BEST THINGS TO DO: 📷 - Watch the balloons at sunrise from the beautiful rooftop terraces in Göreme - Book a hot-air balloon ride for a bucket list experience. Tip: Book in advance to secure your spot( prices approx 250€-300€ per person). - Take a day trip to visit the famous Fairy Chimneys, Love Valley MOST INSTAGRAMMABLE PLACES: 📸 - Rooftop terrace @sultancavesuites at sunrise (approx 06am) to watch the balloons - Rooftop terrace @kozacavesuites - Kaira Rooftop bar to watch the sunset BEST TIME TO TAKE PICS: 🌅 - Sunrise is around 06am so if you want to get that magical shot start around 05:45 am. BEST PLACE TO STAY: 🏡 - Aza Cave Hotel (beautiful pool) - Sultan Cave Suites - Koza Cave Hotel - Local Cave House Hotel (amazing pool) BEST PLACES TO EAT: 🍝 - @setenrestaurant at @sultancave @kairarooftop @lilacappadocia restaurant @museumhotel (amazing fine dining with great views, book in advance) - Dibek HOW TO REACH CAPPADOCIA? ✈️ Fly into Nevsehir/Cappadocia airport and organize transport by car to Göreme (approx 45 mins). Tip: Organize pick-up by your hotel. Otherwise fly to Kayseri airport (approx 60min by car from Göreme). HOW LONG TO STAY? Stay at least 2 nights / 3 days as weather conditions can change quickly and balloon flights can be cancelled. BEST TIME TO GO: ☀️ From April to October (July/August is peak season) Save this post for your next trip to Cappadocia Tag someone special you would love to bring here ❤️ credit alexandratravellover& Contact us for removal

AN UNFORGETTABLE HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE!

ONE EXPERIENCE TO DO IN OUR BY BUCKET LISTS HAS BEEN TICKED OFF WHEN WE TRIED THE MAGICAL EXPERIENCE OF ASCENDING INTO THE AIR, FELT LIKE WE COULD TOUCH THE SKY IN TOTAL SILENCE. WE ENJOYED THE FEELING OF FLOATING FREELY OVER THE TREE TOPS AND THE FAIRY CHIMNEYS AND THE SAME TIME, WITNESSING THE BREATHTAKING VIEWS WITH SENSE OF TRANQUILITY WHICH CREATED A MEMORY THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME THE BEST UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT OR EXPERIENCE WAS WATCHING THE SUNSET OVER CAPPADOCIA. IT WAS INDEED THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR TRIP. #passionpassport #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #tripblazers #awesomepic #cafe #awesomepic #celebratewithtrip #couplestrip #2023travelwish #passionpassport

Cappadocia Hotair Balloon

#summerfest Taking a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia is an experience that defies description – it's a journey into a realm of magic and wonder that stays etched in your memory forever. The moment the balloon gently lifts off the ground, you're transported into a surreal world where the earth below seems to shrink away, and you're suspended in a tapestry of colors and shapes. The sight of 150 other hot air balloons rising simultaneously creates a spectacle that's nothing short of breathtaking. It's as if the sky itself comes alive with a ballet of vibrant colors and graceful movements. The sense of camaraderie among the balloons adds to the enchantment, making you feel like a part of something truly extraordinary. As the sun begins its ascent, the world around you transforms. The soft hues of dawn cast a mesmerizing glow over the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia, painting the rugged terrain and ancient rock formations with a palette of gold and rose. Witnessing the sunrise from such a vantage point is a privilege that touches the soul, reminding you of the sheer beauty and wonder that exists in our world. For many, a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia ranks among the top highlights of a lifetime. The mixture of awe and exhilaration, coupled with the surreal surroundings, creates a sensory overload that leaves an indelible mark on your heart. Even if you have a fear of heights, like I did, the sheer magnitude of the experience overwhelms any apprehensions. The sense of freedom and wonder that comes with being suspended in the sky erases all doubts, and you find yourself embracing the moment with an open heart. In retrospect, my hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia is a memory I hold dear – a memory that embodies the essence of adventure, beauty, and overcoming personal boundaries. It's an experience I wouldn't trade for the world, and one that I would readily embark upon again without hesitation. If you're seeking a journey that transcends the ordinary and transports you into a realm of pure enchantment, a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia is an absolute must.

Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour: Exploring the Art Created by Earth

Fly in a hot air balloon in Cappadocia! This is my second luxurious hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia since 2014! Cappadocia is listed as a World Heritage Site, known for its hot air balloon flights, but in fact it is a rare 'comprehensive heritage', combining 'natural landscape' and 'human history'. This land stretches about 50 kilometers from north to south, eroded by long-term wind and rain. As shown in the photo, there are unique rocks that cannot be seen elsewhere, including rocks like chimneys and hills. It's simply the art created by the earth!! In addition, a huge underground city has formed deep underground, hundreds of meters below the ground. These underground cities were built by Christians about 1600 years ago. This is where the persecuted hid. Even from the hot air balloon, you can see many entrance caves on the rock wall. (You can look for them in the photos) Hot air balloons are fragile objects that require specific meteorological conditions to fly. Until the day before, I didn't know if I could fly, but this time during my stay in Cappadocia, I flew every day😭✨Amazing, right!? (By the way, it is said that there was no flight the day before and the next day) The flight time is from 7 am to 8 am, lasting an hour. That day there were about 100 hot air balloons. The hot air balloons floated up and down like marshmallows, and the highest flight altitude that day actually reached 600 meters (!). Along the way, we also saw the sunrise, which was a very satisfying aerial walk. Many hot air balloon companies allow 'rescheduling to the next day when unable to fly', so be sure to check when booking✌

Bring your beloved to romantic Turkey🇹🇷❤️‍🔥

In the heart of Turkey lies a place where dreams take flight among the clouds - Cappadocia. Here are a few useful tips if you would like to take the Hot air balloon with your Beloved💞⬇️.
 🎈Timing is Everything: The magic of Cappadocia's hot air balloons unfolds during the early morning hours, just before sunrise🌅(around 5 am). 
 🎈Find the right accommodation: Make sure to stay in 🪵Goreme🪵 when visiting Cappadocia. This is where the hot air balloons take off, so you'll have the best chance to see them. If you're feeling adventurous, try a cave hotel⛰ for a unique experience. 
 🎈Book in Advance: Cappadocia is a popular destination for adventurers and romantics alike💗. Secure your spot in the sky to ensure that you will not miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience.❗️
 🎈Choose the best viewing spots: Don't miss out on the Sunset/Sunrise/Balloons Highest View spots. They offer a panoramic view of the balloons filling the sky from all directions. Get there early to secure your spot and enjoy the breathtaking sight. Remember, the balloons take off after sunrise, so plan accordingly.
 🎈Dress the Part: Dress warmly, as it can get chilly during the early morning flights.🥶Additionally, wearing layers🧣 will allow you to adapt to the changing temperatures as you ascend.
 🎈Extend the Magic: The adventure doesn't have to end once your balloon touches the ground. Spend a few extra days exploring Cappadocia's unique rock formations, underground cities, and charming villages hand in hand with your partner.🇹🇷 
As you ascend into the Cappadocian skies, let the breathtaking landscapes mirror the beauty of your relationship. With careful planning and a touch of romance, you can transform your journey into a love story chapter that will be cherished forever. 🎈🌄💑 
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Only Sky is the Limit at Cappadocia, Turkey🎈

Hot Air Ballooning.If you ever had that on your bucket-list there is no other place to experience it but the magnificent landscapes of Goreme Valley in Cappadocia!🇹🇷 More than 1000 balloons fly every morning and they may appear as if they are lanterns, however not; they are big Hot Air Balloons for REAL carrying more than 20 people each and flying as high as 3000 feet from sea level. Only sky is the limit, so let's go for it!🎈❤️ #cappadocia #hotairballoon #goremevalley #visitingturkey #awesomepic #couplestrip

Top 6 Places for a Hot Air Balloon Ride

For those with a head for heights, hot air ballooning is the ideal way to get the best vistas. Gliding smoothly through the air, with no sound but the wind whipping past your ears and the occasional blast of flames from the engine, is a truly serene experience. Here are phenomenal locations for hot air ballooning! 1. Cappadocia, Turkey 2. Bagan, Myanmar 3. Luxor, Egypt 4. Albuquerque, USA 5. Napa Valley, USA 6. Masai Mara National Reserve,Kenya #hotairballoons #maydaytrip

Goreme open air museum is an unique place

Getting There - Goreme open air museum is located walking distance from Goreme city center. If you like walking in the beautiful nature and take photos, it just about 20 mins of walking. Attractions - entry ticket costs 480 lira and it takes about 1 hour to walk around. There was full of unique shaped rocks. Definitely worth visiting. Hotels - I recommend to stay in a hotel with terrace so you can enjoy watching beautiful view with hundreds of balloons rising during the sun rise. Those photos were taken from our hotel terrace. Food & Restaurants - Must try food is pottery kebab in Cappadocia. It was very delicious. #goreme #cappadocia

@ GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM IN CAPPADOCIA!

THE GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM IS CONSIDERED TO BE ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN CAPPADOCIA. THIS MUSEUM RESEMBLES A VAST MONASTIC COMPLEX COMPOSED OF REFLECTORY MONASTERIES PLACED SIDE BY SIDE, EACH WITH ITS OWN CHURCH. THE GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM HAS BEEN A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE SINCE 1984 AND WAS ONE OF THE FIRST TWO UNESCO SITES IN TURKEY. THE MUSEUM IS OPENED FROM 8AM-7.30PM. #passionpassport #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #tripblazers #awesomepic #cafe #awesomepic #celebratewithtrip #couplestrip #2023travelwish #passionpassport

The Ancient Wonders of Göreme Open Air Museum

The Goreme Open Air Museum is an enchanting archaeological site situated in the centre of Cappadocia. This unique site is home to an extensive collection of Byzantine-era churches, chapels, and monasteries carved into the region's soft volcanic rock. Visitors can explore the stunning frescoes, rock-cut architecture, and religious iconography that make this site so special. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in history, art, and culture. Add this #beautifuldestination to your #travelbucketlist 🌎

hot Air Balloons at Cappadocia Turkey

Cappadocia in central Turkey is perhaps most well-known for the panoramic view of hundreds of hot air balloons gently ebbing and flowing above valleys and volcanic “fairy chimney” formations. Though it is but one of the many things to do in Cappadocia, hot air ballooning is one of the most popular activities in the region for a number of reasons. Hot air balloon getting ready to take off in Cappadocia Turkey #turkey #tripblazers #mytripvlog #campingglamping #2023travelwish #foodie #urbanexplorer #celebratewithtrip

#bucketlistreboot Shrine of Rumi in Konya. Inside the gated compound there is mosque musuem and also shrine. There you will see small rooms for meditation which very small door. Different burial style. Magnificient.

mevlana Konya

🇹🇷🕌Mevlana Museum: All About Rumi!

#2024wish In 2023, I got to visit the city of Konya in Türkiye!🇹🇷 Why is Konya famous? Because it is the place where the poet Rumi lived and concluded his life in! 👳🏽♂️🇹🇷 In Türkiye, Rumi is known under the name “Mevlana”. At first when we arrived, we weren’t sure who everyone was talking about. But soon we realized that this was the poet Rumi!📜 In the museum, you can see the resting place where Rumi’s body is laid, which is a large box surrounded by beautiful adornments. 🪦 Also, there are the graves of others close to Rumi, and many of Rumi’s personal artefacts and literature! 🧥 One of the COOLEST parts of this museum is a box which belonged to Rumi, which has little holes in the display case (see the photo). The reason for the little holes is because if you put your nose near them, you can still smell the oil that Rumi wore as perfume! 🤯🍶 This museum is such a gem, and was one of the highlights of our trip to Türkiye! Konya is a beautiful city, with lots of local culture and excitment. If you’re in Türkiye, definitely swing by Konya! ♥️♥️#localguides #historicallandmarks #turkey

Conya, also known as the city of Mew, was born here because the famous Tajik thinker, poet and philosopher Meu Rana was born here. is the site of the current Meurana Museum, known as Mevlana Dergah (Tokyo). It was once the rose garden of the Seljuk Palace, by Sultan Aladdin Kaikobad ( Alaeddin Keykubad) was presented as a gift to the mother of Meurana, Sultanu-Ulma Bhaddin Wilid. The Meurana Museum was converted from a mosque. It is a devout shrine of the Conya people. It is also the most famous building in Conya. The top of the mosque uses bright green tiles, also known as the Green Top Mosque. During the period of the Selju Empire, there were 170 religious schools nationwide, but the center was in the Green Mosque of Conya. The mosque is actually a comprehensive school. It takes 1000 days to go to school here. The school offers 18 majors. Students choose different majors according to their own preferences, such as music, reading Qur'an, spinning dance, etiquette, Persian, Arabic and Turkish. If you want, you can learn more languages. . Today, the Persian language spoken by Iran has some vocabulary and the same language, but the Turks do not understand. The Kurdish people of Turkey have their own language and Syria speaks Arabic. In addition to this, I still learn how to cook and tailor. The school has 18 rooms, one room for two or three students. It is not easy to go to school here. Students need to think about whether they are suitable for three days.

Ihlara Valley is underrated (MUST-VISIT)

If you are a carefree traveler and dislike a packed itinerary, it is recommended to rent a car in Cappadocia so we can explore the attractions at our own pace. One of the best place i visited in Cappadocia is Ihlara Valley. The view was INSANELY BEAUTIFUL. It is about 1 hour drive from Goreme. The entrance fee vary depends on season, getting the Cappadocia museum pass is the best trick because there’re a lot of outdoor museums here. You can also do trekking in Ihlara Valley (estimated about 2-3 hours for half course), while exploring the cave church remains along the river. But we only came down to take picture and go back up the stairs after spending about 40minutes in the valley. If you want to go by tour group, this place is usually included in the Green Tour. #mytripvlog #turkey #historical #cappadocia #kapadokya #museum

Natural View In Ihlara Valley

This second time I went to Ihlara Valley, the surrounding still same but that time many people visit this place. I’m booking green tour package through online booking around 29euro but the Tour little bit rushing and we don’t have much time to take more picture😌 #awesomepic #urbanexplorer #naturalwonders #createwithtrip #deliciousfood

stunning with this place! ⛰💚

I wasn't expecting much here at first. But when the tour guide It is recommended that we walk hiking. After that, it's like an imaginary picture. It's very beautiful. It is a country with beautiful natural scenery. I am most impressed with Ihlara Valley because it has lovely little flowers🌸 , nice weather, green and clear skies. I would recommend you to come here. You can buy a tour for 35-40 Euro, or you can rent a car yourself. 💖 #staycation #turkiye #turkeytravel #cappadocia #ihlaravalley #travelinspiration #travelguide

Beautiful Moment in Cappadocia 🥰

We are so lucky because our green tour price just 29euro..it’s so cheap because we booking that tour through the online. I think walk in price actually around 35-40 euro😅 that tour will take you to Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Kaymakli Underground City, Lunch at Bilisirma and Selim Monastery 😍#awesomepic #deliciousfood #naturalwonders #foodie #scenery