Nevsehir Province is a gateway to Turkey's spectacular Cappadocia region, known for its soaring fairy chimney rock spires. Enjoy sunrise hot-air balloon flights, explore ancient rock-cut churches and discover Byzantine castles.

Things to do

Take a hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s surreal desert landscape. You can capture a bird's-eye views of the famous fairy chimney rock formations that glow in shades of red, yellow and gold at sunrise. Top-tier flights include champagne toasts and buffet breakfasts.

Goreme is a gateway to the rugged "moonscapes" of Nevsehir Province. Don't miss the world-class Goreme Open-Air Museum, where you can peer into Byzantine monasteries and ancient churches carved into the rocks. Karanlık Kilise is one of the most beautiful churches, adorned with colourful frescos.

Spend a few days exploring the city of Nevsehir, the province's lively capital. Visit Nevsehir Castle, which commands panoramic views over the rugged countryside. The city is also a great place to sample traditional Turkish cuisine. Nevsehir Konagi is a local favourite, serving up tasty kebabs and okra soup.

Stretch your legs on the scenic Rose Valley trail, which winds through the fairy chimney-strewn landscapes of Cappadocia. Along the way you'll pass by lush orchards, sandy gullies and tiny rock-carved churches. You'll also find stunning vistas from Sunset View Hill, a cliffside lookout perched high above Goreme.

Getting around

Nevsehir Province is serviced by a network of local buses and "dolmus" minibuses that run to popular towns like Goreme, Urgup and Avanos. Rental cars and private drivers offer the freedom to explore Nevsehir Province at your own pace. Flights arrive at Nevsehir Airport, located 30 kilometres away.