Ride Hard. Ride Deep. Ride Cappadocia.

Cappadocia is not a landscape meant to be watched from a distance. It is a land shaped by fire and time, carved by volcanic eruptions and relentless winds over millions of years. Vast open plateaus, towering fairy chimneys, narrow canyon trails and high ridgelines create a terrain that demands movement, balance and control.

The Cappadocia Horse Riding Tour – 5 Days / 3 Riding Days is designed for intermediate to advanced riders who seek challenge, speed and true immersion. This is not a casual trail ride. It is a physically engaging, technically demanding riding experience across valleys, riversides and elevated volcanic terrain.

Guided by Bekir Dilari, member of the Turkish National Endurance Team, this program combines endurance principles with dynamic Cappadocian landscapes. Expect extended gallops on open ground, responsive horses, steep ascents, and terrain that tests real horsemanship.

Quick Overview

This 5 day program includes 3 full riding days and is tailored for confident, experienced riders. All meals are included with one non-alcoholic beverage per meal. Accommodation is arranged in carefully selected boutique hotels in Avanos. Riders are paired with high-spirited Arabian horses trained for endurance terrain and responsive riding.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Cappadocia

You will arrive at either Kayseri Erkilet Airport or Nevşehir Cappadocia Airport depending on your flight schedule. A shuttle transfer will bring you to your boutique hotel in Avanos.

Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the town or relax before meeting your guide for a welcome dinner and tour briefing.

Day 2 – Avanos to Çayağıl and Love Valley

After breakfast, we transfer to our ranch in Avanos where you will meet your assigned Arabian horse. Saddles are checked, water is packed into saddle bags, and final preparations are completed before departure.

We begin riding along the riverside paths of Avanos, crossing to the opposite bank and moving into peaceful farmland terrain. Our route then leads into Ak Valley (Love Valley), famous for its dramatic fairy chimneys and wide panoramic views where we enjoy a scenic picnic lunch.

Day 3 – Rose Valley, Red Valley and High Ridges

We begin through Rose Valley before continuing into Red Valley. Suitable sections allow controlled gallops across open terrain. After lunch, we ascend toward Ortahisar Panorama and continue climbing toward Ak Tepe for breathtaking panoramic views before descending via Paşabağı and returning to our ranch.

Day 4 – Avanos to Sarıhıdır Riverside Ride

This riding day follows the banks of the Red River toward Sarıhıdır village. The route combines flowing riverside trails with open terrain suitable for extended canters and gallops. Lunch is served picnic style by the river before returning to the ranch in the afternoon.

Day 5 – Departure

After breakfast, checkout is at 12 noon. Airport transfer is arranged according to your flight schedule.

Rider Requirements

This tour is designed for intermediate to advanced riders. Participants must be physically fit and confident at trot, canter and gallop. Prior trail riding experience is essential.

Maximum rider weight is 85 kilograms. Riders above 85 kilograms may participate using two horses. Please contact us for arrangements.

Accommodation

Accommodation is arranged at Hikmet’s House in Avanos or an equivalent boutique hotel of the same standard located near our ranch.