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A slower side of Turkey

Make time for local life

Step away from the busiest sights and spend time in the countryside. Village visits and seasonal activities offer a way to learn about daily life, local food and the landscape around you.

Our Cappadocia-based team can help shape an outing around the season and the communities involved, with time for conversation rather than a rushed checklist.

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Just a few miles away from the beating heart of the tourism region, you’ll find many ancient villages still living life according to traditions like gardening by moon phases, subsistence farming, and handcrafts based on the season and what’s available in the local nature.

From harvesting grapes and making grapeseed molasses in autumn, to picking apples or apricots and enjoying a picnic in the orchard, or milking sheep or goats for yogurt and cheese, you can experience the slow side of life in a traditional Turkish village. We love introducing guests from far and wide to the local village life and you’ll never feel more welcomed than by a Turkish family when you enter their home. All the world’s woes are suddenly forgotten when you see the genuine, warm smiles that await you. This interaction brings the world a little bit closer and we can understand that we are all truly one human race.

We are always working with one eye on preserving our traditions and culture, as well as the nature around us. Our long-term goals for Eco Tourism are:

Respect and protect nature.

Travel centered on natural destinations.

Building environmental awareness.

Avoiding mass tourism and providing suitable alternatives.

Reduce the impact of crowds.

Create direct economic support to the local people and their economies.

Create sustainability by generating employment for locals.

Most importantly make it affordable and accessible, reducing the usual “luxury” excess.

Recently we have started offering Eco-tourism activities in Cappadocia, Turkey. The Cappadocia region is surrounded by several intact villages reflecting the architecture and lifestyles of ancient times that are not affected by mass tourism at all. After searching and networking, we have started to offer Tailored Eco-Tourism packages to our guests. We are hoping to create a butterfly effect in Cappadocia, and we are sure we will see the results of our efforts and the contributions of our guests in the future. While eco-tourism is somewhat new to the region, we are always learning and bringing more ideas for our guests to experience. Let us know what you think, and how we can help design your perfect Eco-Tourism experience here.

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What to expect

Follow the rhythm of the season

Activities may involve orchards, harvest traditions, local food or village crafts, depending on the time of year and host availability. We will agree the visit with you and the people involved, taking account of the place, season and pace of daily life.

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Practical information

Which activities can I try?

The possibilities depend on the season and hosts. The existing programme includes ideas such as orchard visits, harvest traditions and local food preparation. We will confirm the actual plan before booking.

Can I choose a quieter pace?

Yes. Tell us how much walking or hands-on activity you would like so we can discuss an outing that suits your interests and available time.

How are local communities involved?

Visits are planned with local hosts and around their availability. Our aim is to support local participation and respect the routines and traditions of the people welcoming you.

Can I combine this with Cappadocia sightseeing?

Yes. Share your wider route and dates, and our team will help fit a village or countryside experience into your Cappadocia plans.

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Make it part of a bigger journey

Start with the experience you love. Our local team will help fit it into your Turkey route, with time for the places and moments that matter to you.

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Tell us about your plans

Interested in Eco Tourism? Share your travel dates, party size and what you have in mind. We will help you work out the details.

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The Team You'll Plan Your Trip With

  • Erkan Dülger
    Erkan DülgerManaging Partner
  • Kadir Akın
    Kadir AkınManaging Partner
  • Ali Can Yüce
    Ali Can YüceTravel Consultant
  • Gülşah Akın
    Gülşah AkınTravel Consultant

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