Rose Valley 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 Rose Valley ( Gulludere 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 Rose 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 Rose 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 Rose Valley . Start at Sunset point (near Ortahisar) and hike down through first Red Valley and then continue on the Rose Valley.
From the end of Rose 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).
Rose Valley,
This valley is extremely photogenic. Bring a camera and plenty of water as you are likely to spend more time here than you think. Fascinating rock formations and cave churches.
Wear proper shoes! Lots of gravel to slip on! Otherwise Highly reccomend renting an ATV, it's soo much more fun, cooler and accessible!
easy to get there on a quad bike, approx rent TL 70 per hour, don`t miss this option & spend 2 hours to drive around
Had a lovely afternoon walk with pick up and drop off by our hotel mini bus, and the walk itself was not too onerous.
This hike was not very challenging,but it was nice and long and comfortable in early September. We had a guide who told us about the "Pigeon Caves" which were used to collect pigeon droppings which are then used as manure. It was a bit crowded during the time we went, but then that was peak tourist season.
This is a free activity around Goreme and you do not need a guide. It was amazing to see the different landscape and climb up some of the hills to get great views of the surrounding valley. Bring lots of water for a hot day.
Dont miss it! Easy hike with sun and shade. Stop at the fruit stand for juice or tea. Relax on pillows in the shade.
Close to Love valley we drove to it on our ATVs and enjoyed the beautiful sunset seeing the different shades of red on it.
Most travel agents or hotels will arrange a sunset trek to the rose valley. This valley has a different rock structure from the rest. The redish hues of the rock gives it the name. On a nice day teh sunset from this valley is spectacular.
Hiking into the valley is not strenous since it is basically all down hill. Our guide made several stops along the way becuase some very interesting formations.