Cappadocia walking route: Çavuşin to Old Town (2.8 km)
Explore the main attractions of Cappadocia, Turkey on this 2.8 km route connecting central Cappadocia to the historic Old Town. This short walk showcases the region's unique rock-carved architecture and traditional settlement layout, perfect for visitors wanting to experience the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage area.
- Distance
- 2.8 km
- Duration
- 33 min
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Cappadocia
- End
- Old Town (Cappadocia)
- Stops
- 2
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Cappadocia — Main destination; described as one of the most beautiful places on earth, reached via night bus from Istanbul.
- Old Town (Cappadocia) — Historic old town area in Cappadocia; explored on foot without a tour guide.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Take a night bus from Istanbul to Cappadocia instead of flying. The bus costs almost the same as a flight but saves $50-100 on hotel accommodation since you sleep on the bus.
- Where to stay
- Stay in a cave hotel. Cappadocia is known for hotels carved into rock formations with balconies overlooking the landscape.
- Food
- Visit Viewpoint Cafe Restaurant for Turkish beer and food with views of all Cappadocia. The restaurant provides blankets when it's cold.
- Save money
- Shop at underground stores in Cappadocia for handmade souvenirs like pottery and mugs. Prices are very cheap (handmade mugs around $2 USD).
- Tip
- Explore the Old Town on foot without a guide. You can freely wander through caves and rock formations with minimal restrictions or street signs.
- Tip
- Hike up stairs through castles and rock formations in Goreme to reach viewpoints with panoramic views of the area.
- Timing
- Do a hot air balloon tour at sunrise in Cappadocia. Book early morning tours (starting around 3-4am) to experience the landscape from the air.
Video on this route
EARTH'S HIDDEN GEM | Cappadocia Turkey