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TOUR OVERVIEW<\/h4>\n

\ud83d\udccd LOCATION:<\/strong> Cappadocia, Turkey  |  \u23f1 DURATION:<\/strong> 7h 40m  |  \ud83c\udfc3 DIFFICULTY:<\/strong> Moderate\n<\/div>\n

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WHAT WE SEE<\/h4>\n
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  • Panoramic Views:<\/strong> Geological formations in the heart of Cappadocia.<\/li>\n
  • Devrent Valley:<\/strong> Natural and fantastic rock architecture.<\/li>\n
  • Nature:<\/strong> Walking across fields, away from the crowds.<\/li>\n
  • History:<\/strong> Visit the famous Saruhan Caravanserai (13th Century).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    THE ROUTE<\/h4>\n
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    • \ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f Ortahisar:<\/strong> Starting point of the ascent.<\/li>\n
    • \u26f0\ufe0f Bozda\u011f Summit:<\/strong> 1200m altitude with commanding views.<\/li>\n
    • \ud83d\udc2b Devrent Valley:<\/strong> The Valley of Imagination.<\/li>\n
    • \ud83c\udff0 Saruhan:<\/strong> The final historical stop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      TOUR DESCRIPTION<\/h3>\n

      Departure time is between 09:00 – 09:10<\/strong> from your hotel. A short 15-minute drive takes us to the Ortahisar\/Bozda\u011f area.<\/p>\n

      In this nature hike, we start ascending from Ortahisar to Bozda\u011f (1200 m altitude)<\/strong>. From the summit, you will see breathtaking views from above, including the Red and Pink valleys, \u00c7avu\u015fin village, and the Zelve open-air museum. Afterward, we will descend into Devrent Valley (Valley of Imagination)<\/strong> and drive to the historical Saruhan Caravanserai. The hike ends with a guided tour of this magnificent monument.<\/p>\n

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      THE SARUHAN CARAVANSERAI<\/h3>\n

      Located in the vicinity of Avanos, this caravanserai is a masterpiece of Seljuk architecture built in 1249<\/strong> during the reign of Sultan \u0130zzettin Keykavus II<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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      • Silk Road Legacy:<\/strong> It was a vital stop on the historical silk trade routes.<\/li>\n
      • Architecture:<\/strong> Classically designed with light brown, yellow, and pink coloured cut stones.<\/li>\n
      • Scale:<\/strong> The building extends over approximately 2000 square meters on a single level.<\/li>\n
      • Design:<\/strong> It features a magnificent entrance door and five gates opening onto the courtyard, showcasing artistic stone decorations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        \nGOOD TO KNOW:<\/strong>
        \nEntrance fees to the Caravanserai are included in this tour price.
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        \nLOCATION:<\/strong> Cappadocia | DURATION:<\/strong> 7h 40m | DIFFICULTY:<\/strong> Moderate\n<\/div>\n
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        • Panorama:<\/strong> Ascend to Bozda\u011f (1200m) for panoramic views.<\/li>\n
        • Nature:<\/strong> Natural sculptures of Devrent (Imagination) Valley.<\/li>\n
        • History:<\/strong> Visit the 13th-century Saruhan Caravanserai.<\/li>\n
        • Route:<\/strong> A journey across fields, away from crowds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          • \ud83d\ude90 09:00 Pick-up:<\/strong> From your hotel to Ortahisar\/Bozda\u011f (15 min).<\/li>\n
          • \u26f0\ufe0f Ascent:<\/strong> Hike up to Bozda\u011f Summit (1200m).<\/li>\n
          • \ud83d\udcf8 Viewpoint:<\/strong> See Red\/Pink Valleys & Zelve from above.<\/li>\n
          • \ud83d\udc2b Descent:<\/strong> Walk down into Devrent (Imagination Valley).<\/li>\n
          • \ud83c\udff0 History:<\/strong> Guided tour of Saruhan Caravanserai.<\/li>\n
          • \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Lunch & Return:<\/strong> Meal included, transfer back to hotel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            Included:<\/h4>\n
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            • \u2705 Hotel Pickup\/Drop-off (By Vehicle)<\/li>\n
            • \u2705 Entrance Fees<\/strong> (Saruhan Caravanserai Included)<\/li>\n
            • \u2705 Lunch at the restaurant<\/li>\n
            • \u2705 Professional Guide<\/li>\n
            • \u2705 1.5 Litres of water (per person)<\/li>\n
            • \u2705 Fresh Juice (Orange or Pomegranate) & Snacks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              Not Included:<\/h4>\n
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              • \u274c Personal expenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                Group Pricing:<\/h4>\n
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                • \ud83d\udc64 1-4 People:<\/strong> \u20ac85<\/span> per person<\/li>\n
                • \ud83d\udc65 5-8 People:<\/strong> \u20ac75<\/span> per person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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