Short rides

Discover the silent beauty of Cappadocia's unique landscape on the back of our friendly horses…

Located near Ürgüp and Ortahisar, in the heart of the national park, our cave ranch is a perfect starting point for spectacular nature trails, away from busy roads and built-up areas. The ranch is operated by a professional team who have been organising horseriding holidays in Cappadocia for over five years. We have a range of Anatolian and Arabic horses for all riding levels. Our horses are well-looked after, friendly and safe.

2 hours guided ride

Every afternoon during the season, we organise a 2-hour guided ride suitable for everyone, regardless of riding level. The ride will take you through the beautiful landscape around the canyon of Üzengi, the churches of Gömede or the fairy chimneys of Pancarlik valley. The ride offers magnificent views over the national park as you return to the ranch in the evening light.

Conditions:

> The ride takes place every afternoon from March to November
> Suitable for beginners & all riding levels
> Children 10+ years old can join
> Riding in small groups
> Safe horses
> Reliable equipment
> Public liability insurance; riding hats available for your safety
> Free hotel pickup from Ürgüp, Ortahisar and Mustafapasa
> For your comfort and safety, please wear long trousers and walking shoes
> Price: €50

For more information or to book,

Please call us on:

Tel: (009) 0531 299 81 31

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Please book your place by phone 2 hours before the ride, or by email preferably 48h in advance.

If you can not keep your appointment, please cancel before the ride. Thank you.

Departure times change throughout the season:

Total duration of the ride is 2 h 15 minutes to allow for a 15-minute break (time spent in the saddle: 2 hours). Transfer to the ranch only takes 10-15 minutes, but we will pick you up at least 30 minutes before ride departure so you have the time to get acquainted with your horse and the riding equipment.

Kapadokya Ranch has established itself as a specialist in horse-riding holidays, providing trails around Cappadocia to a range of specialist travel agencies in Europe and horse-riders worlwide. Our activities include 1-day rides and 1-week trails around the national park, suitable for experienced riders.

1-day rides

Leaving from the ranch in the morning, we ride into the heart of Cappadocia's most beautiful valleys, negotiating scenic paths in the canyons, cantering on long sandy tracks through vineyards and orchards.

We stop to visit the region's troglodytic treasures along the way, stopping for lunch in small village restaurants. Return to the ranch in the evening.A total of 4 different itineraries are available during the week, but you may choose to join us for only 1, 2 or 3 days. We use a different route each day to include the national park’s most beautiful spots.

> Day 1: Gumuslu valley, Yatak valley, lunch in Ortahisar, churches of Gomeda
> Day 2: Canyon of Uzengi; lunch in Mustafapasa; Mount Avlak; Damsa valley
> Day 3: Pancarlik valley; Red and Rose valleys; lunch in Cavusin; valley of Urgup
> Day 4 : Canyon of Tartali; lunch in Ayvali; Bahceli, Ibrahimpasa

On request, we can arrange accommodation in a guesthouse or a boutique hotel near the ranch, or we can pick you up from the hotel you have already booked.

Conditions:

> Riding level: intermediate and above
> Max. 8 riders for 1 guide
> A total of 4 x 1-day excursions is available
> 5 to 6 hours on horseback each day
> 15 to 25 kilometres each day, on varied terrain
> Pace: mostly walk, with opportunities for trots and canters each day
> Lunch in village restaurants
> Maximum rider’s weight : 90 kg (all riders are weighed on arrival)
> Public liability insurance; you must also have your own travel insurance in order to participate
> Riding hats available
> Hotel pickup included
> Hotel or guesthouse accommodation can be arranged on request

For more information or to book, please call us on: (009) 0531 299 81 31 - Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.