Bodrum to Cappadocia

Bodrum to Cappadocia tour for 2 days - Cappadocia is an area located almost in the very center of the Turkish Republic and rising 1000 meters above sea level. If you look at the map, its total area is 5,000 square kilometers. The history of the formation of this region goes back more than 60 million years ago, during the time of active earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, the activity of which, together with weather conditions and time, led to the formation of such a unique landscape. Information about the first settlements dates back to the 3rd century BC. Cappadocia is often referred to as the cradle of Christendom. Surprisingly, it was its soft tuff rocks that became a shelter for Christians, who were fleeing first from the Roman pagans, and then from other persecutors.

Best time to visit Cappadocia

Today this object is considered the most desirable among tourists. People come here almost all year round. However, stable, warm weather, without strong winds and precipitation, is established from May to September, when the average air temperature warms up to +30 during the day, and drops to +20 at night. The hottest - August - up to +40, but because of the low humidity, the heat is easily tolerated. But in the rest of the months the weather is more changeable: the sun is shining, then the frost hits, then the rain is pouring.

Bodrum to Cappadocia drive

You can get to the "Land of Beautiful Horses" both independently, for example, by renting a car, or with a group excursion tour. In the latter case, the price of the tour already includes a transfer on a comfortable bus, which makes it inexpensive and accessible to absolutely every traveler.

How far is Cappadocia from Bodrum

The distance to be covered during an excursion to Cappadocia from Bodrum for 2 days is 869 kilometers, and you will spend about 13 hours on the road.

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Goreme Open Air Museum opening hours

Goreme is the main tourist town and open-air museum, which occupies a leading position in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is open daily from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

It is also interesting for curious travelers for its cave hotels, which allow them to soak up the atmosphere and spirit of this place and relax after many hours of walking.

Cappadocia churches

Churches carved into the rocks, it is on its walls that a large number of ancient frescoes have been preserved, which depict the crucifixion of Christ, the Last Supper, the faces of saints, among which you can see St. George the Victorious, who was born on these lands.

Cappadocia castles

The Uchisar Fortress is a 60-meter rock, once dotted with living rooms, in which up to 3 thousand people lived. On a spiral staircase you can climb to the highest point, where an observation deck is equipped and admire panoramic views that will take your breath away. Valley of Love with 40-meter stone giants.

Underground cities, with developed infrastructure, going down many floors, and much more.

Cappadocia hot air balloon

The most spectacular part of an excursion to Cappadocia from Bodrum for 2 days will be the balloon festival, or the flight itself. The average price of a balloon flight for one person is €100. Rocks, valleys, canyons painted with the red rays of the rising sun are worth an early rise and the money spent.