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,
Get out the van/car and hike the rose valley…. easy downhill and beautiful valley with many cave churches
take a quiet walk with a friend to this most magical of valleys. We left from the Open Air Museum and followed the spayed markings. Utter bliss
We hiked for 6 hours last week through the Rose and Red Valleys. We started near the Goreme Open Air Museum and loved every minute of our hike. Got a bit lost a couple times which extended the time but no regrets. Start early because the sun sets about 4:30pm.
The Rose Valley is easy to hike , we did this in the evening before sunset. We found a lot of fruit trees along the route.
Don't miss walking and Horse riding. Be careful , Some car drivers drive very fast. Don't forget to bring enough water during hot seasons.
We went on a quad bike tour and drove to Rose Valley and later went to another area to watch the sunset over Rose Valley – well worth the effort – the sun shining on the hill was magical
Best thing for exploring Rose Valley is to rent an ATW at Hitchhikers Rental and of you go. It is amazing how the colors in the Valley changes several times a day due to the sun/clouds. Best Valley in Goreme
İ liked it so much you can see many stones in all colors. They are red, white, grey, yellow, and brown stones in the valley. Also they are many houses builded in the history it was nice experience.
Beautiful walk through the valley with an opportunity to get a little refreshment in the heart of it. Great sights and flora and fauna. Photography enthusiasts will be in their element. We walked through in May and it was pretty hot and I should imagine in the heat of summer would be very uncomfortable. Good walking shoes and a hat…
My friends & I hiked & took quads to discover this valley .. OHH what a breathtaking place! The color of the hills/rocks are simple beautiful! We did our tour afternoon, so the weather was perfect & the sky color, the clouds added to the amazing scenery 🙂 .. You will definitely enjoy it!