Private Monasteries of Cappadocia Tour with Lunch
Explore Cappadocia’s most impressive monastic heritage on a private full-day journey to Eski Gümüşler Monastery, Güzelyurt Village, Monastery Valley, and the magnificent Selime Monastery with your own guide and private vehicle.
- Private hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Private licensed English-speaking guide
- Comfortable private A/C vehicle
- Eski Gümüşler & Selime Monasteries
- Entrance tickets & boutique lunch included
Hidden sacred sites
Dedicated local guide
Tickets & lunch included
History, frescoes & villages
Duration
7 to 8 Hours
Departure
Everyday
Group Size
Private Tour
Transport
Private A/C Vehicle
Guide
Private Licensed
Meal
Boutique Lunch
Discover Cappadocia’s Most Powerful Monastic Landscapes
Our Private Monasteries of Cappadocia Tour is designed for travelers who want to explore the region’s deeper spiritual and historical side. This route takes you away from the busiest classic stops and into the remarkable monastic landscapes of Cappadocia, where ancient communities carved churches, kitchens, living spaces, chapels, and entire religious complexes into the volcanic rock.
You will visit the beautifully preserved Eski Gümüşler Monastery, the historic village of Güzelyurt, the atmospheric Monastery Valley, the ancient St. Gregory Church, a small underground city, and the monumental Selime Monastery. With your private guide, the day becomes much more than sightseeing — it becomes a journey into Cappadocia’s Christian, Byzantine, village, and cave-life heritage.
Important Information
Why choose this private monastery tour:
- 100% private experience for your party
- Focused on Cappadocia’s monastic and Christian heritage
- Visit Eski Gümüşler Monastery and Selime Monastery
- Explore Güzelyurt Village and Monastery Valley
- See St. Gregory Church and a small underground city
- Lunch in a small boutique restaurant
- Pick-up from all Cappadocia hotels
Watch the Monasteries of Cappadocia Tour
Get a glimpse of the ancient monasteries, rock-cut churches, village landscapes, frescoes, valleys, and sacred spaces you will discover during the day.
Places You Will Visit
Eski Gümüşler Monastery
Discover one of Cappadocia’s best-preserved monasteries, famous for its church, frescoes, and the smiling Virgin Mary depiction.
Güzelyurt Village
Walk through the historic village once known as Gelveri, an important Christian settlement with deep cultural roots.
Monastery Valley
Explore a peaceful valley filled with ancient cave churches, monastic spaces, and traces of Cappadocia’s religious past.
St. Gregory Church
Visit one of the most important churches in Güzelyurt, connected with Cappadocia’s early Christian and Byzantine heritage.
Small Underground City
Step into an underground refuge where local communities created hidden spaces beneath the surface for protection.
Selime Monastery
Climb through Cappadocia’s largest rock-cut monastery complex with its cathedral, kitchen, church areas, and panoramic views.
Tour Itinerary
Hotel Pick-Up & Drive to Eski Gümüşler Monastery
Your Private Monasteries of Cappadocia Tour begins with pick-up from your hotel at approximately 09:00. Together with your private guide and driver, you will take a scenic drive toward Eski Gümüşler Monastery, one of the most impressive and best-preserved monastic sites in the wider Cappadocia region.
Eski Gümüşler Monastery
At Eski Gümüşler Monastery, you will explore a remarkable rock-cut monastic complex with carved spaces, courtyards, rooms, and an important church. The site is especially known for its unique fresco of the Virgin Mary with a gentle smile, one of the most memorable details in Cappadocia’s painted church heritage.
Güzelyurt Village & Monastery Valley
After Eski Gümüşler, we continue to Güzelyurt, formerly known as Gelveri. This village once had one of the most important Christian communities in Cappadocia and still preserves a strong historical atmosphere. You will explore Monastery Valley, home to several ancient churches and carved spaces, including the important St. Gregory Church.
Small Underground City
In Güzelyurt, you will also visit a small underground city where early local communities created hidden living and refuge spaces beneath the surface. Your guide will explain how underground architecture helped people protect themselves and survive in difficult periods throughout Cappadocia’s history.
Lunch in a Local Boutique Restaurant
After the morning visits, we will enjoy lunch in a carefully selected local boutique restaurant. We avoid crowded open-buffet restaurants and prefer smaller venues where you can enjoy a more relaxed, authentic, and higher-quality local meal during your private tour.
Selime Monastery and Cathedral
After lunch, we continue to the majestic Selime Monastery, the largest rock-cut monastery complex in Cappadocia. You will climb through its carved sections, including the monastery spaces, kitchen, cathedral, and church components. The scale of the site and the panoramic views over the surrounding landscape make Selime one of the most unforgettable stops in Cappadocia.
Return to Your Hotel
After exploring Selime Monastery, your private guide and driver will take you back to your hotel. Estimated drop-off time is around 16:30 to 17:00, depending on your hotel location, walking pace, and time spent at each site.
2026 Private Tour Prices
Travel at your own pace with a dedicated guide and private vehicle — ideal for couples, families and small groups interested in Cappadocia’s ancient monasteries and sacred landscapes.
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1 Guest
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470 Euro |
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2 Guests
Most Popular
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275 Euro per person |
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3 Guests
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215 Euro per person |
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4 Guests
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190 Euro per person |
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5 Guests
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170 Euro per person |
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6 Guests
Best Value
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160 Euro per person |
What’s Included
- Private pick-up from your hotel
- Drop-off to your hotel after the tour
- Professionally licensed English-speaking private guide
- Transportation with a comfortable private A/C vehicle
- Entrance tickets
- Lunch in a small boutique restaurant
- Parking fees and local taxes
What’s Not Included
- Drinks at lunch
- Any personal/private expenses
- Tips for the driver and guide
Booking & Cancellation
Reservation Policy
How to Book
- Contact us to check real-time availability and receive the proposed itinerary.
- A 30% deposit is required to confirm the reservation.
- Once confirmed, all rates and program details are guaranteed.
- A travel voucher will be sent after confirmation.
- The remaining balance can be paid before or after the trip.
Cancellation Highlights for Private Tours
- Free Cancellation: No cancellation fee if canceled at least 48 hours before the scheduled service.
- Late Cancellation (24-48 hours): If canceled within 48 to 24 hours before the tour, a 50% cancellation fee will apply.
- Last-minute (Under 24 hours): Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour will be charged the full amount.
- No-shows: Guests who do not arrive for the service without prior notice are considered no-shows and payments are completely non-refundable.
Book Your Monasteries of Cappadocia Tour
Please provide your hotel details for pick-up arrangements. All hotels in Cappadocia qualify for complimentary pick-up and drop-off service.
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