Dates:
October 1 – 9, 2025
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Participants:
up to 8 participants
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Difficulty:
Light
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Price:
€950
Discover the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia — a land of ancient stone pyramids, fairy chimneys, and floating hot air balloons. This autumn photo tour is an unforgettable journey for anyone passionate about travel and photography.
We will stay in the very heart of Göreme Valley, surrounded by volcanic formations that have been home to local communities for centuries. Our itinerary includes sunrise and sunset photography sessions in the valleys, scenic villages, and abandoned rock-hewn cities.
We’ll visit the colorful streets of Avanos to capture local artisans at work and explore the mysticism and mystery of one of Turkey’s most legendary regions — a place whose name, from ancient Persian, means “Land of Beautiful Horses.”
Thousands of years ago, volcanic eruptions sculpted Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes. Over time, early inhabitants carved entire cities into the hardened lava: homes, churches, meditation chambers — all tucked within the earth. Today, these wonders form one of the most photogenic UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world.
But perhaps the most iconic symbol of Cappadocia is the morning spectacle of hundreds of hot air balloons rising over the valleys at dawn. This magical view will be one of our main photographic highlights. Throughout the tour, we’ll help you capture its beauty from the perfect angle.
Our journey is both an adventure and an educational experience. We’ll focus on improving your skills in landscape composition, panoramic shooting, low-light and night photography, and post-processing techniques. Our professional photographers will guide you personally, helping you see the world through a different lens — both literally and artistically.
Itinerary
Day 1
We meet at Istanbul Airport or at the hotel (depending on your flight). In the evening, we’ll explore the city together, capturing its vibrant atmosphere and street scenes.
Day 2
Early morning departure to Göreme. Along the way, we’ll stop at Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü) for a short photo break. Once in Cappadocia, we’ll check into our hotel and explore the surrounding area at sunset.
Day 3
Our first sunrise shoot in the iconic valleys of Cappadocia. Throughout the day, we’ll photograph surreal rock formations shaped by ancient volcanoes. Evening sunset at Ortahisar Fortress, followed by a night shoot under the stars.
Day 4
Optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise for aerial shots. Then, we’ll visit the ancient rock-cut churches of Göreme (7th century), and photograph Pigeon Valley and Uçhisar Fortress at golden hour.
Day 5
Sunrise shoot in one of the hidden valleys. Daytime walk through Göreme’s surroundings. Sunset session near Ortahisar.
Day 6
Sunrise photography, then transfer back to Istanbul via Ankara.
Days 7 -9
We’ll photograph Istanbul at its best — early mornings, golden hour, and at night. Locations may include mosques, local markets, rooftop views, and the Bosphorus. On the final day, transfer to the airport.
Highlights & What You’ll Learn
- Landscape composition & creative framing
- Sunrise and sunset planning
- Night and astrophotography techniques
- How to shoot panoramas and edit them
- Personal feedback from professional photographers
We keep our groups small — maximum 7 participants per guide — so every guest receives personal guidance and attention. Our comfortable minibus allows us to access remote locations not reachable by standard tours. This means your photos will be unique and memorable — just like your journey.
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For reservations
Call us at: +359 895 055 907 or send us your request and we will contact you in the nearest time: