Cappadocia Weekend Warrior
Goreme, Cappadocia
Trip Highlights
Designed for improving mountain bikers looking to ride Goreme's best trails, this popular singletrack daily tour takes you right through Cappadocia's most awesome volcanic landscapes. You will ride sections of the 2007 European XC Cup course through Gorkundere, discover the 8th century Columns Church, and descend through the natural rock tunnels and arches of Meskendir Valley, finishing among the fairy chimneys of Love Valley.
Skills Development
Hone your singletrack skills and learn techniques specific to the local terrain on the rutted rocks of the 2007 XC MTB Euro Cup course in Gorkundere.
Epic Descents
Fly down through the natural rock tunnels, caves, and steeply terraced gardens of Meskendir Valley, and experience an amazing half-pipe bowl trail in Rose Valley.
Eco-Cafe Dining
Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal at the Red Valley Restaurant, a paradise off-grid eco-cafe perched high on a sheer-sided rocky spur with a "hot air balloon" view of the valley below.
Itinerary
A cinematic journey across the landscape.
Gorkundere & Meskendir Valley
Starting from Goreme, we soon hit top-class singletrack on a section of the 2007 Euro XC Cup course. Taking things slow, this is a great place to develop trail skills with detailed tuition from our guides. We stay close to Goreme, riding through Swords Valley (Kiliclar) before tackling a scenic ridge climb. We then drop into a fast-flowing, technical descent into Meskendir Valley, riding through tunnels, canyons, and steeply terraced gardens.
Rose Valley & Red Valley Sunset
After a quick drink at a valley cafe, we tackle the super-steep terraces of Rose Valley, stopping to admire the phenomenal 8th-century rock-cut "Church of Columns". Crossing a grassy plateau brings us above Red Valley onto a sheer-sided rocky spur, where we relax and enjoy a delicious 3-course lunch in an off-grid, eco-sensitive local restaurant.
Cavusin & Love Valley
In the afternoon, we put our descending skills to the test on an amazing half-pipe bowl trail down into another branch of Rose Valley. We carry on to the historic village of Cavusin, following a challenging singletrack high above the village, before crossing the valley plain to get up close with the massive "fairy chimneys" of Love Valley and taking a panoramic track back to Goreme.
Featured Sites
Unique accommodations that define your journey.
Love Valley Chimneys
Loc.Love Valley, Cappadocia
Meskendir Tunnels
Loc.Meskendir Valley, Cappadocia
Church of Columns
Loc.Rose Valley, Cappadocia
Logistics
Meeting points, transfers and timing for this trip.
Meeting Point
Our shop, Goreme
Finish Point
Our shop, Goreme
What's included
Every detail handled.
- Professional guide.
- Quality bike and helmet hire.
- 3-course restaurant lunch at Red Valley Restaurant.
What's not included
Clarity at every step.
- Guide and driver tips.
- E-Bike (Electric Bike) Upgrade (available for an extra 45 EUR daily fee).
- Drinks during lunch.
Equipment
Available Models
Good to know
Essential info for your journey.
GREAT FOR RIDERS
Beginners and improving mountain bikers looking to ride Goreme's absolute best trails. With a Physical 3 and Technical 4 rating, it is perfect for riders who want to experience world-class "slick rock" and semi-technical paths with less blood, sweat, and tears.
CULTURAL HERITAGE
Ride through a living open-air museum. Cappadocia’s UNESCO protected heritage is the ultimate backdrop for your journey. As you pedal past ancient rock-cut sanctuaries and iconic fairy chimneys, you’ll experience centuries of history carved directly into the landscape.
Why Choose Small Group
Personalized Coaching
With our boutique group size, you receive personalized trail coaching and tuition from your expert guide to master unique volcanic terrain.
Build Confidence
Build your descending confidence and discover hidden cave churches far away from the standard tourist crowds.
Expert Insights
Benefit from the deep historical knowledge and personal stories shared by our local guides, making your journey truly meaningful.
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Goreme, CappadociaTrip Highlights
Designed for improving mountain bikers looking to ride Goreme's best trails, this popular singletrack daily tour takes you right through Cappadocia's most awesome volcanic landscapes. You will ride sections of the 2007 European XC Cup course through Gorkundere, discover the 8th century Columns Church, and descend through the natural rock tunnels and arches of Meskendir Valley, finishing among the fairy chimneys of Love Valley.
Skills Development
Hone your singletrack skills and learn techniques specific to the local terrain on the rutted rocks of the 2007 XC MTB Euro Cup course in Gorkundere.
Epic Descents
Fly down through the natural rock tunnels, caves, and steeply terraced gardens of Meskendir Valley, and experience an amazing half-pipe bowl trail in Rose Valley.
Eco-Cafe Dining
Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal at the Red Valley Restaurant, a paradise off-grid eco-cafe perched high on a sheer-sided rocky spur with a "hot air balloon" view of the valley below.