Cappadocia places to see: Fairy Chimneys and Kosa Cave Hotel
Explore Cappadocia's iconic landscape across 8.5 km, visiting the otherworldly Fairy Chimneys rock formations shaped by ancient volcanic activity, and stay at the unique Kosa Cave Hotel carved into the region's distinctive geology. This route showcases why Cappadocia, Turkey remains one of Earth's most visually striking destinations.
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- Kosa Cave Hotel
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- Fairy Chimneys
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Stops on this route
- Kosa Cave Hotel — A cave hotel in Cappadocia where the narrator checks in. Promo code BRETT available.
- Cappadocia — A region in central Turkey known for cave dwellings and fairy chimneys – rock formations carved by volcanic eruptions.
- Fairy Chimneys — Distinctive rock formations in Cappadocia carved by volcanic eruptions.
Useful for your trip
- Where to stay
- Stay at Kosa Cave Hotel, a family-run business since 2010. Use code BRETT at checkout for 15% off. Each room is unique and carved into rock formations.
- Where to stay
- Book the King Suite at Kosa Cave Hotel to get a private rooftop terrace and a room where you can potentially see hot air balloons from your window (weather dependent).
- Food
- Visit Satan Restaurant, located a 30-second walk from Kosa Cave Hotel. Try their traditional meat dumplings (Manti). Restaurant is Michelin recommended.
- Tip
- Explore the underground city in Cappadocia. It extends over 8 stories deep historically, but you can currently explore about 4 levels.
- Timing
- Wake up early (around 5 AM) to see hot air balloons filling the sky. This is weather dependent, so check conditions the night before.
- Tip
- Try horseback riding through Cappadocia's valleys. Approach with calm confidence—horses can sense fear. Local guides available at ranches.
- Tip
- Visit pottery shops in town. Turkey is known for handmade, high-quality souvenirs including mugs, ceramics, and lamps passed down through generations.
- Save money
- Use code BEGINWITHBELEAF for 20% off your first order from Beleaf (recharge tea with chamomile and magnesium, helpful for jet lag and sleep).
Video on this route
Inside a Real-Life Fairytale | Cappadocia