Cappadocia · Horse experiences
4 days - trail Riding Cappadocia
A four-day journey on horseback through Cappadocia’s villages, riverbanks and valleys, with overnight stays in Mustafapaşa, Ayvalı and Uçhisar.
Before the ride
International travellers are recommended to arrive in Turkey a day earlier. The trip can also be added to a longer stay in Turkey. Short transfers each morning take riders to the point where the horses were left the previous evening.
Day 1 · Red River to Mustafapaşa
Meet the horses at the equestrian centre, then ride along the banks of the Red River, passing Sarıhıdır village and the 13th-century Saruhan Caravanserai. Continue through the fairy chimneys of Devrent and on to Bozdağ for panoramic views, before following valleys and vineyards to Mustafapaşa, a historic Greek village known for its architecture. Overnight in Mustafapaşa.
Approximately 6 hours riding · Lunch and dinner
Day 2 · Damsa Lake and Ayvalı
Leave Mustafapaşa towards Avlak and reach the shore of Damsa Lake. Explore the rock-cut pigeon houses and fairy chimneys at the Golgoi site, then continue to Ayvalı village for the night.
Approximately 5 hours riding · Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 · Gomeda, Üzengidere and Uçhisar
Ride through Gomeda and Üzengidere valleys, where different colours meet across the rock formations. After passing the pigeon houses and İbrahimpaşa village, reach Uçhisar, known for the prominent rocky outcrop overlooking Cappadocia. Explore the village and stay overnight.
Approximately 5 hours riding · Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4 · Cappadocia’s valleys to Avanos
Leave Uçhisar to explore valleys known for their colours and fairy chimneys. Ride through Kılıçlar (Swords), Red and Rose valleys, then continue to Bağlıdere (Love Valley) and finish in Avanos. Depart for the airport after the ride unless you have booked an additional night.
Approximately 6 hours riding · Breakfast and lunch
Optional Day 5
If an additional night is booked, have breakfast before your transfer to the airport. There is no riding scheduled for this optional day.
Dates and programme notes
- There is no riding on Saturdays. The riding programme can begin on Sunday, Monday or Tuesday.
- This four-day ride is not available during the peak period from 29 July to 19 August, when the longer programme operates.
- The itinerary is a guide and may be changed by the organising team according to conditions on the ground.
Confirm availability for your travel year, price, riding requirements, accommodation details and transfer arrangements directly. Ask Mr Umut about payment arrangements for this holiday.