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Kayseri Goreme Visit fairy chimneys Erciyes Mountain 3,916m Adventure Level A Cultural Discovery Nature & Wildlife Turkey 8 days Trip Code: FXNT Derinkuyu Underground city TURKEY C A P PA D O C I A S TAIN OUN US M TAUR Active Cappadocia Delve into the famous underground cities of Cappadocia · Ride horses through undiscovered Turkey · Camp in incredible mountain scenery Cukurbag Lunch with local family Aladaglar NP Your itinerary Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Fly to Kayseri via Istanbul; drive to Goreme Walk in the Meskendir Valley Mountain biking; optional Turkish bath Horse riding; optional pottery workshop visit Derinkuyu underground city; lunch with local family; walk in Cimbar Canyon Siyirmalik Valley walk Walking in Emli Valley Drive to Kayseri & fly home via Istanbul Adventure Teen Family Dates & Prices Guide Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest prices. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. Cappadocia 2012 2 Jun - 9 Jun 14 Jul - 21 Jul 28 Jul - 4 Aug 4 Aug - 11 Aug 11 Aug - 18 Aug 18 Aug - 25 Aug 25 Aug - 1 Sep With flights Without flights 2013 £1,189 £1,189 £1,189 £1,189 £1,189 £1,189 £1,189 With flights £739 £739 £739 £739 £739 £739 £739 Without flights 13 Jul - 20 Jul 27 Jul - 3 Aug 3 Aug - 10 Aug 10 Aug - 17 Aug 17 Aug - 24 Aug 24 Aug - 31 Aug £1,239 £1,239 £1,239 £1,239 £1,239 £1,239 £769 £769 £769 £769 £769 £769 Trip Highlights Unique Landscapes Cappadocia is undeniably a fantasy of nature, with its unique geological formations and famous fairy chimneys. The spectacular mountains and clear azure lakes make this an incredible setting. Activity-filled Week This trip offers the best (and most fun!) ways to explore this area's surreal scenery, including cycling, on horseback and on foot, bringing you up close and personal with the breathtaking beauty of Cappadocia. Underground City The region is full of fascinating underground cities, some as ever 4,000 years old and once home to 30,000 people. You visit one of these, Derinkuyu, which can feel like entering a giant Swiss cheese, with holes everywhere! Is it suitable for my family? Minimum age: 12 years. This is an active week and anyone of reasonable fitness can participate. Walks of up to 6 hours a day on some steep gradients. Good footwear required. The wild camp has basic facilities and an ablution block. Activities Horse riding, visit Derinkuyu, walking, camping. Transport Minibus, horse, mountain bike, on foot. Accommodation Hotels (4nts), wild camp (3nts) The camp site is basic but it is worth it to stay at such a beautiful location. Sleeping bag required. Meals included 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 6 dinners Swimming opportunities In rivers and waterfalls All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p178). Single room option from £114. For insurance details see p177. Flights Indirect flights with Turkish Airlines from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. G4 2012 trips guaranteed on 4 people Constellations in Cappadocia Nevsehir Average Daily Max Temp °C 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 4 5 6 7 9 11 13 12 10 7 5 4 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 250 200 150 100 50 0 Want to go stargazing and learn about the galaxies on your Cappadocia adventure? Discover our new dedicated Family Astronomy trip, which offer lots of exciting activities during the day with a chance to learn more about the sky at night. In Turkey, you'll join acclaimed astronomer Dr Mason whose boundless enthusiasm will open up the night sky, as he guides you with live planetarium shows pointing out constellations and planets. For more information visit adventurecompany.co.uk/FXNTA For Trip Notes, reviews and more images visit adventurecompany.co.uk/FXNT 141