Ride through Rose Valley, Red Valley & ancient canyon trails
Perfectly suited for beginners, no riding experience needed
Small groups with professional, attentive guides
Panoramic viewpoints timed to the best light of the day
Optional drone footage add-on to capture the experience
Tour Options
1-Hour Horseback Riding
From €21 per person
Ride gently through the rolling hills and iconic rock formations of Rose Valley, guided by an expert who knows every curve of the trail. Perfect for first-time riders, families and who has limited time.
2-Hour Daytime Horseback Riding
From €26 per person
Ride through the sweeping hills of Rose Valley, dismount at an ancient cave church carved into the rock, and continue into the vivid formations of Red Valley under open daylight skies. The most complete introduction to Cappadocia you can have from the back of a horse.
2-Hour Sunset Horseback Riding through Rose and Red Valley
From €30 per person
This two-hour ride takes you through Rose Valley, past an ancient cave church, and into Red Valley at the precise moment the rock walls ignite in amber, crimson, and gold.
2-Hour Sunset Horseback Riding through Ladies Monastery and Swords Valley
From €39 per person
This sunset horse riding tour takes you through some of Cappadocia’s most beautiful valleys, starting with Swords Valley, followed by Ladies Monastery and White Valley. We then continue to Rose Valley, where we stop at the panorama viewpoint to enjoy the sunset, take photos, and relax before riding back to the ranch.
2-Hour Sunrise Horseback Riding
From €49 per person
In this option, you will experience one of the most magical moments in Cappadocia as you explore both Rose Valley and Swords Valley during the early hours of the day, just as the sky fills with colorful hot air balloons. The sight of dozens of balloons slowly rising and drifting above you creates an unforgettable moment, perfect for capturing stunning photos and truly connecting with the beauty of Cappadocia.
Private Horse Riding
From €65 per person
Experience the magic of Cappadocia at golden hour with a private horseback ride through its most breathtaking valleys Red & Rose. This private tour is ideal for couples, photographers, and anyone looking to enjoy a quiet and unforgettable moment in nature.
What's Included
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Helmets
Not Included
Food & Drinks
Know Before You Go
To ensure the welfare of the horses, this activity is not suitable for people weighing more than 218lb (99 kg).
Rides can be tailored to riding needs and abilities
Please note that sunrise tour will still operate even if the sunrise hot air balloon flights are canceled due to weather conditions.
What to Bring
Closed-toe shoes or ankle boots
Comfortable, fitted trousers or jeans
Not Suitable For
Children under 10 years old
Guests weighing more than 99 kg (218 lb)
Guests who are pregnant
Not Allowed
Open-toed shoes, sandals, or flip-flops
Loud music, shouting, or behaviour that may startle the horses
Not at all. Our tours are designed with beginners in mind. Your guide will give you a full briefing before departure, covering the basics of how to sit, steer, and stop. The horses are calm, well-trained, and accustomed to first-time riders.
What happens if the weather is bad ?
Light cloud or mild wind will not affect the tour. In cases of heavy rain, strong winds, or unsafe trail conditions, we will contact you in advance to reschedule or offer a full refund.
Is hotel pickup included ?
Yes. We offer complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off for all guests staying in Göreme and the surrounding area. Please provide your accommodation details at the time of booking.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable long trousers, closed shoes, sunglasses, and sunscreen are recommended. During colder months, bring a light jacket. Avoid long scarves or loose accessories for safety.
Can children join the tour?
Children over 6 years old can join the tour accompanied by an adult or guide. For safety, children will ride gentle horses specially selected for them.
Reviews
Overall rating 5.0 out of 5, based on 62 reviews.
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Customer Reviews
Roberto Franchetti — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-08-26 · website
Simply breathless!! Highly recomended. Perhaps the best activity you can do during sunset. We loved our horses and the guide pays attention for any needs.
Our hearts still in the middle of those mountains while sun is kissing them.
Reyad azem — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-07-14 · website
Christopher Brown — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-06-30 · website
KIMIKO YOSHIDA — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-06-26 · website
I can’t recommend horseback riding in Cappadocia enough. We navigated the steep ups and downs of the unique rock landscape for an hour, culminating in a spectacular view of a perfectly clear sunset from atop our horses. It was truly magnificent.
I’m so grateful to the wonderful horses who worked so hard for us. I truly hope they stay happy and healthy. Thank you so much for everything.
Andreea Holerga — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-06-25 · website
SARAH PAYNE — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-05-18 · website
I had an amazing experience!! The horses were wonderful . The scenery magnificent. The guides were exceptional and really looked after everyone in the group. I loved it!! Thank you
Ramy Gamal — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-03-27 · google
Cappadocia Adventures guys are supreme! I love how they are always active on WhatsApp, answering all inquiries and resolving concerns literally under 20 minutes 👏 Apart from that we had very fun adventures from ATV rides to Horse rides and paragliding. all the tour guides were experienced and helpful, they always arrive on time and never asked for tips. They may ask you for extra money for extra services, like photos..etc which you can refuse. Totally recommended 💯
Ning Wang — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2026-01-27 · website
Great experience! The views are stunning and horse back riding is fun. Liked my guide. Highly recommend it!
Micael Gomes — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-11-21 · website
Breathtaking landscape and very well trained horses. good choice to spend your afternoon in cappadocia. Everyone was very kind and communicative.
Emma Wilson — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-10-26 · website
Our guide Ahmet was amazing , very friendly and professional. During the ride, we stopped by an old cave church which was really beautiful and peaceful. We also had a short orange juice break with a perfect valley view. Everything felt calm, authentic, and well-organized.
maelya dougah — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-10-26 · website
Traverser les vallées au coucher du soleil était tout simplement magnifique. Les chevaux étaient calmes et bien entraînés, et le guide très gentil et attentionné
Youngchang Na — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-10-26 · website
선라이즈 승마투어는 정말 잊지 못할 경험이었어요. 로즈밸리를 천천히 달리며 떠오르는 햇살과 함께 색감이 너무 아름다웠습니다. 하늘 위로 수많은 열기구가 떠 있는 풍경은 정말 꿈같았어요. 아침의 고요함 속에서 말과 함께하는 순간이 너무 평화로웠습니다.
Maansi Jha — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-10-26 · website
it was an unforgettable experience. The weather was perfect after the rain, and the terrain looked so unique with fresh colors everywhere. Our guide Ahmet was very lovely and experienced, making me feel confident the whole time. We even had the chance to gallop through the valley, which was such a beautiful moment.
유영현 — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-10-14 · google
(Translated by Google) The horseback riding experience is super fun. Make sure to do the 2-hour session!! The view from the top is the best.
(Original)
말타기 체험 짱재밋음. 꼭 2시간 하세용!!꼭대기에서 보는 풍경 최고입니다.
ATSUKO KAWASE — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-09-27 · website
最高にすばらしい体験ができました!
Eva Soares Tecedeiro — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-09-02 · website
Good communication and beautiful ride. The views from the valleys were gorgeous. However I would have preferred a hiking tour (which was sadly cancelled because there weren’t enough participants). The horses looked well cared for but the route does seem hard on them. It is very up and down through very narrow lanes.
Rayona Masrani — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-06-16 · website
Our guide was simply amazing. Ahmed (Not too sure about spelling sorry! He was the afghan guide) was helpful the whole way, ensuring that all riders were comfortable and the horses were behaving well. He alone deserves 6/5 stars! Thank you!
Wen Shuen Soh — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-05-12 · website
It was one of my best memories of Cappadocia. The horses were quiet, so I was able to enjoy the tour in peace.
Sasithorn Tippayaros — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-05-08 · website
Jakub Drdak — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-05-08 · website
Byl to úžasný zážitek! Průvodce byl velmi přátelský a krajina Kappadokie byla dechberoucí.
superwizon — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-05-04 · google
We booked the sunset ATV tour at short notice via Whatsapp, quick responses and easy to book. They picked us up from our hotel and provided helmets, goggles and a scarf to protect from the dust. Unfortunately our trip was cut short due to bad weather (they did provide rain macs but it was a bad storm) and they offered us another hour the next day.
We also did horse riding with this company, again arranged at short notice, it was just the two of us so a lovely private ride with Ahmed, who was brilliant, very friendly and made us feel comfortable even as inexperienced riders. The route was beautiful and Ahmed took some lovely photos of us. Both activities offer framed photos for 5 euros but unfortunately we had no cash so could not purchase.
I would definitely recommend this company for both activities, the whole process was smooth, the staff are friendly and helpful and we felt at ease.
Olivia Toy — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-03-09 · website
Absolutely amazing & our favourite excursion in Cappadocia. 100% recommend
Ali Asjad — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-28 · website
Best guide ever, Thank you Ahmed very humble and helpful. The views and route was best compared the other tour companies, we climbed rose valley to reach ancient cave church. During sunset time it was perfect atmosphere and very calm moment
Riya Patel — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-28 · website
We enjoyed it. It was super fun and the views were amazing
Carlos Rivera — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-14 · website
The riding tour was an amazing experience! The view was fantastic and it was also really fun. The horse riding guides only speak basic English but are very familiar with the area and made us feel very safe. The paths we followed can definitely be dangerous for hiking, especially in winter when it rains a lot and is super windy, so I’m extra glad for having the horses help us see the views rather than attempting to see them with my own feet.
Ximia Han — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-14 · website
best view for sure, we even reach a church in the top of the hill, climbing there with horses, this tour is so underrated even though it is top rated
Yuki Shoji — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-14 · website
What an experience! as a solo traveller I enjoyed it immensely. The horses are well trained, and don't take much for them to listen to commands so it's beginner friendly! our guide did an awesome job of keeping everyone safe and helped take photos!
dELVINE TAN — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-02 · website
The riding tour was an amazing experience! The view was fantastic and it was also really fun. The horse riding guides only speak basic English but are very familiar with the area and made us feel very safe. The paths we followed can definitely be dangerous for hiking, especially in winter when it rains a lot and is super windy, so I’m extra glad for having the horses help us see the views rather than attempting to see them with my own feet.
tac nakagawa — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-02-02 · website
It’s an must do activity here, don’t hesitate or you’re gonna regret it
Marco Angeleri — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-01-29 · website
The guides were knowledgeable and ensured that both experienced riders and beginners felt comfortable. The horses were well-trained, healthy, and well cared
Jill Randall — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2025-01-29 · website
so lovely horses. Eylul was so calm and well trained. Amazing to see them happy
Carlos Rivera — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-10-15 · website
The private horse riding experience in Cappadocia was a magical journey through the region's stunning valleys and unique fairy chimney formations, offering breathtaking panoramic views. The well-trained horses and attentive guides made the ride both safe and enjoyable, creating a peaceful and unforgettable adventure in cappadocia
Siobhan Amanda Bruce — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-09-29 · website
Absolutely magical. Lovely horses, great staff. We were collected from our hotel on time and had a wonderful ride in the hills to watch the balloons. Would thoroughly recommend this adventure! Thank you so much.
Nazia Khaliq — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-08-29 · website
This is a must do in Cappadocia. Ahmed, our guide was kind and friendly. He took care of all the group and took fantastic pics of all of us. We also had a lovely convo. Would definitely recommend
Rron Bajgora — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-15 · website
The activity itself was wonderful. The pick up was very well organized and the operator who answered the chat was very helpful. We saw wonderful sights on horseback and enjoyed a fantastic atmosphere at sunset. One of the most beautiful experiences of my life.
Lisa Grant — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-15 · website
Amazing! Would totally recommend to anyone who is in the area touring, truly one of the highlights of my trip. You will see some incredible views and ride through the Rocky Mountains. Then you will be taken to an ancient church and cafe where there will be a stop to be able to take a break and try different juices. Really great tour guide, he was friendly and taught me everything about the history of his horse ranch. Definitely check this out!
Martin Erdal — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-15 · website
Hestene var vakre, det var også morsomt å ri i solnedgang og det hadde en fantastisk utsikt.
Shu Ling Teo — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-15 · website
我们的导游 Eren 非常棒,他竭尽全力确保我们拥有一次美妙的冒险,并且全程都感到舒适。这绝对是我们旅行中的一大亮点,绝对会推荐给朋友和家人。
Jaime Garcia — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-15 · website
¡Hay un inmenso cuidado por los animales! ¡Todo el recorrido fue fantástico y seguro! ¡Quiero darle las gracias a nuestro guía Ahmed! ¡Fue excepcional en todo momento, me ayudó a no tener miedo y nos guió durante todo el camino sin dejarnos! Hicimos un descanso para ver el atardecer, ¡fue excepcional! ¡Gracias Ahmed!
Gillian Sloan — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-15 · website
It was my first time riding a horse. It was hella scary for me. But the guide was supportive and at the end of the day I was confident in controlling the horse. So it was a good learning experience.
Nicolas Ferracci — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-07-08 · google
Horse riding roses valley with sunset was incredible moments ! I recommend to everyone to do activities there ! Our Professional guides Ahmed always take care of us !
Giuseppe Delfa — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-06-17 · google
(Translated by Google) Horseback riding through the valleys of Cappadocia. Super friendly and professional staff.
(Original)
Camminata a cavallo in mezzo alle valli della cappadocia. Personale super gentile e professionale
Michelle Cabanero — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-04-19 · website
Nakakamangha ang paglubog ng araw habang nakasakay sa kabayo sa Cappadocia. Tunay na hindi malilimutang karanasan!
Özlem — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-04-09 · google
Güllüdere rotasında at binme turuna katıldık, hayatımda tecrübe ettiğim en heyecan verici anlardan biriydi. Kesinlikle tavsiye ederim.. At binme konusunda tecrübesiz olmamıza rağmen çok keyif aldık, tur rehberimiz Ahmet Bey hem çok ilgili hem de sohbeti hoş biriydi. Teşekkür ederiz
(Translated by Google)
We joined a horseback riding tour along the Güllüdere route, and it was one of the most exciting experiences I've ever had. I highly recommend it. Despite our lack of horseback riding experience, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our tour guide, Ahmet Bey, was very attentive and pleasant to talk to. Thank you.
Gabriele Tursi — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-03-24 · website
i momenti migliori del nostro viaggio in Cappadocia. Non mi sarei mai aspettato che l'equitazione in Cappadocia fosse così speciale. Grazie
KA CHAI WONG — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-03-24 · website
Cesare Alessandro Esposito — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-03-23 · website
Sono andato in Cappadocia per un'esperienza di equitazione indimenticabile. I cavalli erano calmi e ben addestrati, il tramonto era spettacolare e il personale era molto disponibile e accomodante. Consiglio vivamente questa attività per un'avventura unica in Cappadocia
Lorenzo Magnani — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-03-10 · website
Un'esperienza mozzafiato! Cavalcare al sorgere del sole tra le formazioni rocciose di Cappadocia è stato magico. 🐴 La vista dei mongolfiere che si alzavano lentamente nel cielo ha reso il tour ancora più memorabile. Consigliato a tutti per un'esperienza unica
Philip Chia — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-03-02 · website
fantastic views and beautiful animals. guide was very helpfull even though it was our first time. they were so caurti
Militia Cristie Najoan — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2024-03-02 · website
tur cappadocia terbaik yang pernah ada
Mari Takeuchi — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2023-11-18 · website
Rameera Nadarajah — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2023-11-18 · website
A serene and magical sunset horse tour, unveiling the beauty of Cappadocia
El Muric — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2023-10-16 · google
The horseback riding was amazing and the staff was very friendly! Beautiful horses, beautiful path
Basilio Motos duran — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2023-10-01 · website
Una experiencia única. La ruta es espectacular, no se puede describir con palabras. Recomendable 100%.
Jennifer Lanza — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2023-09-05 · website
Excellent experience, sunset was magical! Highly recommend:)
Gautam Ailani — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2023-06-16 · google
We booked Hot air ballon, Atv, paragliding and horse riding activities with them.
All of these activities were super fun and amazing. They have tie ups with the most professional and great partners which made the activity super fun as all their partners were well organized and punctual.
Emre was always available on WhatsApp if we needed anything and they spoke good English which really helped.
Will definitely recommend them for your capadokia adventures.
Marcel — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2022-10-15 · google
(Translated by Google) I went on a sunset horseback ride with this company and it was an amazing experience! The organization was superb, the guides and horses were fantastic, and the tour itself was spectacular! It's not for the faint of heart, as it goes quite high up. However, the horses and guides are so skilled that no prior experience is necessary.
(Original)
Ich hab mit diesem Anbieter den Ausritt mit Pferden bei Sonnenuntergang gemacht und es war ein wahnsinns Erlebnis! Organisation super, guides und Pferde super und die Tour selbst sehr spektakulär! Nichts für Angsthasen da es hoch hinaus geht. Die Pferde und Guides machen den Job aber so gut das keine große Vorerfahrung notwendig ist.
Cewdet Ak — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2021-08-16 · google
Mutlaka görülmesi gereken bir mekan, at bindiren arkadaşlar ilgisizliği ve tavırları mekana yakışmıyor
(Translated by Google)
It's definitely a must-see place, but the indifference and attitude of the people giving horseback rides were not befitting the venue.
Iryna Zuichenko — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2021-04-30 · google
(Translated by Google) Ranches, museums, souvenir shops, cave monasteries, ATVs, and horseback riding. A unique place with its landscapes and way of life.
(Original)
Ранчо, музеи, сувенирные лавки, пещерные монастыри, квадроциклы и прогулки на лошадях. Уникальное место своими пейзажами и бытом.
Eser çiçek — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2020-07-04 · google
Tarihi kiliseler meshur peri bacalari ve tabiati ile guzel bir tatil gecirmeniz dilegiyle deve veya ata binmeyide unutmayin atv ve balon keyfinden sonra
(Translated by Google)
Wishing you a wonderful holiday with historical churches, famous fairy chimneys and nature, and don't forget to try camel or horseback riding after enjoying ATV and hot air balloon rides.
Mustafa Temel — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2019-08-23 · google
(Translated by Google) Beautiful view can horse riding very rent is just very fun and relaxing
(Original)
Prachtig uitzicht kan paard rijden heel huren is gewoon heel leuk en ontspannen
Muharrem ZOMP — Rated 5 out of 5 · 2019-06-07 · google
ATV ve at binmek üzere misafirlerini ağırlayan bir mekan.
(Translated by Google)
A place that welcomes its guests for ATV and horseback riding.
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