Day 1 Istanbul - Cappadocia
Flight from Istanbul to Nevsehir or Kayseri. Transfer by minivan to
Goreme and check in at hotel.
Day 2 Ride from Avanos through the stunning Dereyamanli valley to Uçhisar
for lunch beneath the town's impressive rock fortress. After lunch continue
on to Ibrahimpasa, an old village boasting exquisite Greek architecture,
then through the Balkan Deresi valley to Kavak where you'll camp for the
night.

Day 3 Cappadocia Riding
Ride through the troglodyte village of Bahceli to Ayvali, a quiet
town in the midst of lush apricot groves, then on to Lake Damsabaraji for a
picnic lunch. if the weather is warm, you can take a dip with the horses in
the lake. This evening you'll spend camping just outside of the charming
village of Cemil.

Day 4 Cappadocia Riding
in the morning, enjoy a visit to a beautiful 11th Century monastery
then traverse through valleys filled with Cappadocia's famed fairy chimneys.
Ride to the village of Taskinpacha to visit the 14th Century mosque then on
to Karain for a peaceful night camping by a picturesque fountain.

Day 5 Cappadocia
Ride up to the Akköy plateau for a breathtaking view, then on to
Sofular for lunch. Following the ancient 13th Century caravan route - the
Uzun Yol (long road) - you'll make your way towards tonight's campsite on
the banks of the Kizilirmak, Turkey's longest river. Those feeling
adventurous can try their hand at fishing Turkish style tonight.

Day 6 Red River
Ride to Sarihidir, a tiny fishing village on the Red River, for
lunch. Upon return to Avanos, if you'd like, you can visit a local pottery
factory to enjoy the art form for which this town has been well known since
the time of the Hittites. Final dinner at hotel in Avanos.

Day 7 Cappadocia - Istanbul
Early morning departure from Kayseri or Nevsehir to Istanbul.

Price $700

Price includes all riding, accommodations and meals. Price does not include
the round-trip in-country flight (approximately $170), visa, alcoholic
beverages and purchases of a personal nature