Half Day Shopping Tour in Cappadocia

Discover Cappadocia’s Artisanal Treasures

Embark on a half-day journey through Cappadocia’s rich cultural heritage. Visit traditional workshops where skilled artisans hand-weave carpets, create pottery from the red clay of the Kızılırmak River, and craft exquisite onyx jewelry. Enjoy a unique shopping experience as you explore these authentic local crafts, each offering a perfect souvenir of your time in Cappadocia. The tour concludes with a relaxing return to your hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories and beautiful treasures.

Tour Highlights:

Visit to Traditional Handwoven Carpets:
Begin the tour by visiting local workshops where women skillfully hand-weave traditional carpets. Discover the intricate techniques and cultural significance behind these beautiful creations, with an opportunity to purchase a unique piece as a keepsake.
Pottery Experience in Avanos:
Head to Avanos, a town famous for its pottery, where you’ll witness the art of pottery-making using clay sourced from the nearby Kızılırmak River. Watch local artisans at work and explore the shop where you can purchase one-of-a-kind ceramic items.
Onyx Workshop Tour:
Visit an onyx workshop where you’ll observe the process of shaping and polishing onyx stones. Learn about the different types of onyx and how they are crafted into jewelry and decorative items. Enjoy shopping for these exquisite pieces to take home as souvenirs.
Return to Hotel:
After a day of cultural immersion and shopping, the tour concludes with a comfortable return to your hotel.

Itinerary: Half-Day Shopping Tour in Cappadocia

9:30 AM | Departure from Hotel:
Guests will be picked up from their hotel and transported to the first stop of the tour.

10:00 AM | Visit to Traditional Handwoven Carpet Workshop:
Arrive at a local workshop where skilled women artisans create beautiful handwoven carpets. Learn about the traditional techniques used and the cultural significance of these works of art. Guests will have time to browse and purchase unique pieces.

11:30 AM | Pottery Experience in Avanos:
Travel to the town of Avanos, renowned for its pottery-making traditions. Here, you’ll visit a pottery workshop to observe the process of creating ceramics from the red clay of the Kızılırmak River. Guests can shop for handmade pottery items.

12:30 PM | Onyx Workshop Tour:
Visit an onyx workshop where you can witness the transformation of raw onyx stones into stunning jewelry and decorative pieces. Learn about the different types of onyx and enjoy a shopping opportunity.

2:00 PM | Return to Hotel:
After the tour, guests will be transported back to their hotel, concluding the half-day shopping experience.

This itinerary provides a structured timeline for the tour, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for guests.