Gulludere small vineyards are surrounded by steeply eroded walls of tuff. The tuff was deposited in the form of ash by nearby volcanos between 11 and 3 million years ago.
The trails that loop around Gulludere Valley ( Rose Valley ) are easily accessible to all levels of walkers and provide some of the finest fairy-chimney-strewn vistas in Cappadocia. As well as this though, they also hide fabulous, little-visited, rock-cut churches boasting vibrant fresco fragments and intricate carvings hewn into the stone.
With its tufa hills creased into folds, surrounded by vineyards and orchards, and fairy chimneys of all sizes standing like stone minarets in an extraordinary natural landscape, the Gullu Dere Valley is a remarkable sight. The valley is dotted with hidden chapels decorated with beautiful frescoes, such as the 7C Church of Three Crosses, which houses a Christ Pantocrator flanked by angels, and the 8C-9C Church of St John, adorned with a portrayal of the Apocalypse.
Follow the signs from the Gulludere Valley trailhead to the Kolonlu Kilise (Columned Church). The rock facade here is easily overlooked. Take the trail through the orchard and the steps that lead off to the left to clamber onto the nondescript rock face. Once you’ve scrambled through the entrance and the lower chamber you’ll find a white stone nave studded with sturdy columns carved out of the rock. From here, backtrack through the orchard and follow the main trail to the Haçlı Kilise, where the shady cave-cafe at the entrance is the perfect pit stop for a walking break. The church, accessed by a rickety wooden staircase, has frescoes dating to the 9th century on its apse and a large cross carved into its ceiling. Head north from here and take the right-hand path to reach the Üç Haçlı Kilise, with its stunning ceiling relief and damaged frescoes featuring an enthroned Jesus.
One of the nicest and most most beautiful places to go walking in Cappadocia in Gulludere Valley . Start at Sunset point (near Ortahisar) and hike down through first Red Valley and then continue on the Gulludere Valley.
From the end of Gulludere Valley you can either walk to the nearby Cavusin Village. There you can visit the old part of the village which is crumbling away and too dangerous to still be inhabited because of the chance of falling rocks. Or you can continue on the Goreme (around another 45 minutes walk).
Gulludere Valley,
All that you can see at the open air museum you can see for free if you walk from Rose (Red) valley following the well worn paths to the sword valley. Here the valley walls close inwards in a spectacular fashion. This makes the walk more interesting, ladders are strategically placed allowing the sure footed and able bodied easy access…
Not much to say except it was worth the stop to view the landscape. Not much else here but is pretty. After visiting Bryce and Zion in the US a few years ago, some of the rock formations around Goreme weren't that exciting but still nice to see. From the air in balloons, well worth the visit!
Nice walk, can do on own. Do not need a guide. Can pick fruits along the way. Is about 4 km so will take roughly 2 hours.
We hiked at the Rose Valley together with the Red Valley. The view is really fantastic. The entrance is around 30 mins from the Open Air Museum. There are lots of naturally colored stones in lovely shapes, caves and churches on the way. There are a few points for taking rest and having drinks/snacks.
It takes around 4 to 5…
The Rose trek is relatively easy to take, and more for the leisure traveller than a diehard trekker; it's mostly downslope, not steep hence not jarring to your knees.
What you get to see are the beautiful rock formations in this Anatolian region. Carry your water bottle, sunshade/ cap, sun glares and sun block cream, wear comfortable sneakers, for the…
It is worth spending more time on the examination of the valley, there is not always marked. With a better take a card
There are many shades where we avaid burning sunshine during Tour and price very reasonable. If you go there in peak season, you could have a chance to go there for free from the hotel.
We took a hike here in the evening, saw some amazing caves and churches in the rocks, and caught sunset from the top of a ridge – definitely a wonderful and unforgettable experience!