Horseback riding in Cappadocia: Sunset through the valleys

Two hours in the saddle through rock formations and open valleys

Cappadocia horseback riding is a 2-hour guided sunset ride through three valleys and past the Fairy Chimneys, starting with hotel pickup and a briefing at the ranch. The guides work with first-time riders, and the tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle to the ranch, helmet, insurance and return transport to your hotel. Riders must weigh no more than 90 kilos.

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle that takes you to the horse ranch. Once there, a guide gives you a short briefing before you mount up. The ride itself lasts two hours and covers three valleys in Cappadocia, moving through the landscape at a pace the guide sets. You'll pass the Fairy Chimneys (the rock formations that define the region) as the light shifts toward sunset. The horses are used to riders of all experience levels, and the guides are patient with anyone picking up a saddle for the first time.

After the ride ends, the vehicle brings you back to your hotel. The whole outing, including the drive to and from the ranch and the briefing, takes about 2.5 hours from start to finish. A helmet is provided and included in the price, as is insurance. The weight limit is 90 kilos. Riders heavier than that cannot participate.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• helmet and insurance.
• two hours of guided riding through the valleys and past the Fairy Chimneys.

Before you book

Lasts 2h 30m, runs every day at 16:00, from US$ 63 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 15 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Under 15: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Tourmania

Is this one for you?Book this if you want hotel pickup included and prefer a set two-hour route with a guide rather than arranging your own ride to the ranch.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the Fairy Chimneys and why are they part of this ride?

The Fairy Chimneys are the distinctive cone-shaped rock formations scattered across Cappadocia's landscape. They're a natural feature of the region and you'll ride past them during the two-hour route through the valleys.

Is this horseback riding tour suitable if I've never ridden before?

Yes. The guides are patient with first-time riders and the tour is designed to work for all experience levels. The pace is set by the guide, not by the group's speed.

Is there a weight limit for riders?

Yes. The maximum weight for riders is 90 kilos. If you weigh more than that, you won't be able to participate in this tour.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, use of a helmet, a two-hour guided ride, insurance, and transport to and from the ranch in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Are there any health conditions that would make this tour unsuitable?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers. It is suitable for all other fitness levels.