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Cappadocia and
Taurus Crossing |
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With
its unique geological formations, Cappadocia is
incontestably a phantasm of nature and almost another
planet. In the volcanic rock, the wind, the rain and
freezing carved during million years, the most confusing
decorations. By traversing with foot the paths in this
creation of Nature, you will discover the historical
richness being added to the curiosity of the landscapes.
The Taurus Mountains form part of the great mountain
range that stretches across all of Asia (the Himalayan
belt ). In the centre of Taurus, Aladaglar, its
calcareous massif which looks like a dolomite, notched
deep gorges and canyons, presents a particular geology
responsible for interesting rock formations and
waterfalls. |
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Hike in an
attractive topography, meet the inhabitants of the
villages of these mountains, who maintain their
wandering traditions, share with them the "Yaylas" where
they pitch their tents each year. Get to know these
people and receive their legendary hospitality, some of
the highlights of this trip.
Itinerary: 15 days
Day 1 / Ankara:
Meet and transfer to hotel for the night.
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Days 2 to 5 /
Cappadocia:
4 days hiking through the fairy landscapes of
Cappadocia. Our principal halts will be the valleys of
Ihlara, Avcilar, Pasabag, Pancarlik, Guvercinlik,
Gulludere, Akvadi, which offered refuge to many
civilisations. Zelve, cavusin, Goreme, Ortahisar, Urgup,
Uchisar: Cave dwellings villages. Churches and chapels
with still well preserved frescoes will be visited as
well as Derinkuyu underground city. Comfortable pensions
for overnight. |
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Days 6 to 12 / Mt
Taurus:
Trekking in mountain setting. You will discover during 7
days impressive waterfalls, canyons with abrupt walls,
mountain lakes, high plateaux, snow covered peaks rising
up to more than 3500 m, deep gorges and finally you will
meet the semi-nomads who go up to reach the freshness of
the high meadows in order to graze their flocks. You
will taste their traditional yoghurt based drink. Nights
are spent under tents. Height: between 500 m - 1200 m.
Days 13 and 14 /
Istanbul:
One and half days to discover this legendary city, old
Constantinople, set on 2 continents. |
Day 15 / Home:
Transfer to airport for return flight.
Favourable Season: Mid-June to end of
September.
Level: Medium, requiring a minimum of experience |
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