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,
Rose Valley is easy to access from Goreme and provides an opportunity to walk through a truly spectacular area. The only drawback is the occasional convoy of noisy and smelly ATV's that come through.
I tought it was not so important for me to see the rose valley while I changed my idea immediately when I seen it from the baloon and later when I went there. it is very smart, indeed and the lovely colour breaks up with the standard colours of the landscape.
Cappadocia is amazing so the rose Valley is in keeping with the beauty of it all. We both hiked and rode horses there and while it is a little reminiscent of Sedona and some other places in the American West, it is far more unusual due to its history and amazing architecture.
It was a great hike to do right after the open-air museum and we were lucky that there were red spray painted arrows on where to go. At the end of the valley, you can choose other trails which are a little bit more confusing even if there are signs, but Gorme is an excellent place to get lost.
We hiked from Cavusin to Goreme, this is a wonderful hike in a most magical part of the world. Wear good hiking shoes, and there are a few significant climbs, and you can scramble up to some of hidden churches. We enjoyed this hike very much.
Brilliant countryside, Easy to moderate walk, some scrambling at times. Be sure to have a proper walking guide/map and ignore all the painted sins to Red and Rose Valley, these generally take you to a tea garden – which are lovely, however they also take you off track.
This was a great place to walk, beautiful rocks and caves. We went from the Goreme open air museum, through rosé valley to the red valley. Bit hard to know which path to take but can add to the adventure.
easy walk in canyons with several hidden gardens with food as well as opportunities for picturesqure photos
Views were magnificent. A must do and see. Allow yourself the opportunity to explore and experience this wonderful location.
Make sure you do this on camel-back to make it an extra-unforgettable experience. Takes you away from the tourists and into a little bit of "amazingness".