Explore Cappadocia

Cappadocia is located in Central Anatolia in Turkey. Nature and history come together beautifully in the Cappadocia region. It is very well known for it,s unique moon-like landscape, underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks.

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
The national language is Turkish.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Turkish Lira (TRY)
UTC+03:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
Lunch for two at a local café will be around 20₺ (R52). Dinner for two at a midrange restaurant will be around 180₺ (R471).
Drinks
A local wine will be around 60₺ (R157) and traditional Raki (aniseed vodka) 20₺ (R52) per glass.
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Your hotel or resort will have more information regarding taxi services.
General Transport
Your hotel or resort will have more information regarding general transport.

Things to do in Cappadocia

There are a wide range of things to do in Cappadocia. Kaymakli is a must see underground city and is the largest one in cappadocia. You can also visit The Goreme Open Air Museum, Pasabag (Monks Valley), Devrent Valley, The Pottery And Ceramics Shop In Avanos, stay in a Cave Hotel, go Horse Riding, or have a Turkish Night.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Rabies
  • Measles
  • Typhoid
  • All Routine Vaccines
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • Sunscreen
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable Shoes
  • Universal adapter
  • Power bank
  • First Aid Kit
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Camera
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

South Africans travelling to Turkey require a valid passport for travel not exceeding 30 days, otherwise they need a visa as well