Cappadocia, Türkiye
Cappadocia
Türkiye
Overview
Join us for an incredible six days spent in the iconic landscapes of Cappadocia and its more off the beaten path surroundings, taking advantage of perfect autumn temperatures and avoiding the crowds of peak season.
Ride among fairy chimneys, ancient cave dwellings, monasteries and hot air balloons; venture into quiet villages beyond the main valleys; and ride alongside the semi-wild Yılkı horses. With sporty horses and stays in small local hotels eating traditional Turkish meals, this trip is about capturing the best of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.
Fit, forward-moving horses make this a great trip for riders who enjoy fast, active riding. You'll spend four nights in local hotels and one night camping under the stars, weather permitting. We end the adventure with a visit to a hammam—Türkiye’s classic bathhouse experience—to relax before departure.
Dates
October 9 - 14, 2026
Cost: $2,600 USD
Highlights
Visit the best of Cappadocia — the fairy chimneys, spectacular valleys, monasteries, underground cities, and historic villages — on horseback.
Ride with the semi-wild Yılkı horses, an Anatolian breed managed by local communities.
Experience local culture and cuisine, and a visit to a Turkish bath house.
Suitable for advanced intermediate and advanced riders.
Check out the complete itinerary for details!
*Trip price includes transfer to/from Kayseri airport, accommodation (shared occupancy), meals, and transportation. Able to accommodate some dietary needs though meals may be basic — assessed on an individual basis. Weight limit of 85 kg. Travel and trip cancellation insurance required.
Türkiye Field Notes
“Cappadocia was a spur-of-the-moment, "yes." Long days riding (sometimes flying) in the saddle with strangers who quickly became friends.
The call to prayer woke us each morning as it wove through the valleys. Steam rose from one of many glasses of Turkish chai.
Above me, a sea of balloons drifted across a painted sky at dawn. Below, the earth shared stories of volcanic eruptions and the weathering of time. Tuff shaped into fairy chimneys, pillars, and cave homes carved with intention.
I felt suspended between traces of historic civilizations, valleys shaped by generations, and the present I rode through.”
— Evelyn G. || October 2025
