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Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Cat Valleys with Drinks

Name: Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Cat Valleys with Drinks
Brand: Cappadocia Cat Balloon
SKU: 352057P1
Price: 127.51 USD
Rating: 4.0 (169 reviews)

Goreme, Turkey

1 Hour 16 Basket Balloon Flight All inclusive

3 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the magical landscapes of Cappadocia from a bird's eye view on a hot air balloon flight over Cat Valley. Marvel at the otherworldly rock formations and fairy chimneys as you soar above the valleys and canyons. With a basket that accommodates 16-18 people and all-inclusive amenities, including hotel transfers, breakfast, and a celebratory champagne toast, this aerial adventure is the perfect way to elevate your Cappadocia vacation.

Discover Cappadocia from a unique vantage point
Take a tour in Cappadocia that the whole family can enjoy
Witness the hot air balloon preparation before the flight
Receive a personalized flight certificate after the ride

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Soda/Pop
Your personalized flight certificate

Breakfast

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Free shuttle service from all hotels in the Cappadocia/Göreme/Ürgüp/Ortahisar/Uçhisar/Nar/Nevşehir/Çavuşin region. We pick you up from the hotel and drop you back to the hotel. (Included in service)

What To Expect

Goreme

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Çat Kasabası

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Çat Kasabası

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cappadocia

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 13 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Featured review

Mohammed_A

Watching the early morning sun high in the sky and beautiful countryside of Cappadochia. It was a great experience

Reviews

4.0

169 reviews

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Terrible don't waste your money

Marystela_L, Mar 2024

Terrible, they don't use the route of the valley. The balloon pass over areas that there is no Cappadocia rocks and far away from famous landscapes. Not recommend. You pay cheap and not see anything. The captain does not explain anything.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

We appreciate your feedback regarding your recent experience with our Tour. We apologize for any disappointment caused by the deviation from the expected route. Our tour is carefully designed to showcase the stunning landscapes of Cappadocia, and while we aim to provide an unforgettable experience, we understand that preferences may vary. The route taken is selected to offer diverse views of the region's beauty, including its unique rock formations and picturesque valleys.We regret that your expectations were not fully met, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve our services. Should you decide to give us another opportunity, we would be happy to discuss any specific preferences or concerns to ensure a more enjoyable experience. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to have the opportunity to exceed your expectations in the future.

Amazing

Sabah_A, Nov 2023

Experience was so much fun, mind blowing. Definitely worth the money, driver was very rude he was shouting at me which made me feel uncomfortable. Other than that, it was an excellent experience.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we're thrilled to hear that overall, you had a fun and mind-blowing time during your visit. We're truly sorry to learn about the discomfort you felt due to the behavior of our driver. Please accept our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience caused. We assure you that this does not reflect the standard of service we aim to provide. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll address this matter promptly with our team to ensure this doesn’t happen again. We're grateful for your understanding and for acknowledging the other aspects of your experience as excellent and worthwhile. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we're committed to delivering exceptional service consistently. Should you give us another opportunity, we'll make sure to exceed your expectations and provide you with an even more enjoyable and hassle-free experience. Thank you for your feedback and for choosing us. Warm regards

Once in a lifetime experience

Usha_S, Nov 2023

The balloon flight was not the one we booked as it was cancelled because only 2 people booked so it was changed from capacity of 16-18 to up to 28 capacity I didn’t feel like it was an upgrade as informed by the tour company however I was relieved to do the balloon flight as most got cancelled due to bad weather The crewe and driver who took us to and from the balloon flight do an amazing job from start to finish - it’s incredible how such a feat like this is organised so well The views were amazing - loved it all but I was disappointed that I didn’t get to do the cat valley which I thought I paid extra for A fantastic experience

Response from Host, Nov 2023

We are thrilled to read your fantastic review of your recent hot air balloon ride! It's wonderful to know that you had a memorable and breathtaking experience. Our team works hard to provide not just a balloon ride but a truly magical adventure, and your words are a testament to our efforts. We're delighted that you found the experience worth the early wake-up call and that the views exceeded your expectations.Safe travels and thank you for choosing us for your balloon ride! Warm regards,

Cappadocia Balloon - Excellent Service

Dalia_D, Oct 2023

Excellent service, excellent customer service with all the security you can find anywhere else for half the price the hotel would sell it to you, SUPERB service!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we are thrilled to hear that you had a memorable time on your hot air balloon ride. Our team is dedicated to providing safe and exceptional experiences, and it's rewarding to know that we were able to deliver that for you. The breathtaking views and the early morning adventure are truly unique, and we're delighted you enjoyed every moment of it. We appreciate your kind words, and your review serves as a reminder of why we love what we do.

Memorable experience

Sharoon_S, Oct 2023

If you visit Cappadocia this is a must do activity. We stayed at Goreme and the tour operator was kind enough to pick and drop us at the hotel. Bear in mind that everyone we inquired about the tour told us almost twice the charge compared to this Viator deal and we were happy to save. The pilot was well trained and flew the balloon well giving us views of the valley. I would recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.We take great pride in providing exceptional service and ensuring our guests have a wonderful time. Your feedback is both encouraging and motivating for our team.Wishing you safe and happy travels, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again! Warm regards,

Great experience seeing Sunrise whilst up in the balloon.

Lalji_V, Oct 2023

Balloon ride was easy to book & we got informed of what the pick up time will, etc thrue the website messenger. Something to be aware of - not that it bothered us. This balloon ride was in CAT valley which is slightly further away from the main place GOREME where many balloons take off. Hence its CHEAPER (half-price) to do it in CAR Valley but takes 50-60mins drive. That day in CAT valley there were only 5 balloons while we could see the cluster of balloons at a distant in GOREME area. Everything else was same as we have few fellow passengers who went to GOREME so we compared notes. We had smaller basket 18 people while GOREME balloons were typically 28-30 people baskets.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

We are thrilled to read your fantastic review of your hot air balloon ride experience with us! It's heartwarming to know that you had such a great time and took the time to share your thoughts. We take great pride in providing memorable and safe balloon rides for our guests, and it's wonderful to hear that you found your experience to be excellent. The breathtaking views, expert piloting, and the uniqueness of floating in a hot air balloon indeed create unforgettable memories. Your kind words and recommendation mean the world to us. We are grateful for your support and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you back for another adventure in the future. If you have any further feedback, questions, or need assistance with your future travel plans, please do not hesitate to reach out. Safe travels, and once again, thank you for choosing our balloon ride! Warm regards,

This tour is for a great...

Anirudh_P, Oct 2023

This tour is for a great price. It is 40 mins away from cappadocia center over a valley with beautiful views. The trip is completed early, so we can return early abd take pics at the main cappodicia Ballon fest after that.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

We are absolutely thrilled to read your glowing review! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted that you had such a fantastic time with us and that our services met your expectations. It's our mission to create memorable and enjoyable experiences for our guests, and we're so pleased to know that we succeeded with your visit.If you have any more feedback or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out. We wish you many more incredible adventures and memorable moments in your travels. Warm regards,

Cat Valley is not the place to be to do Hot Air Ballooning. Goreme is the place to be.

Mariam_O, Oct 2023

The flight lasted 45 mins long, the captain did not speak fluent English, and hence did not understand my conversation, which is imperative if you ask a tourist.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

I want to begin by expressing our sincerest apologies for the disappointing experience you had with our service. Your feedback is truly valuable to us, and we are committed to addressing the concerns you've raised.Once again, we apologize for your less-than-satisfactory experience and appreciate your feedback, as it helps us to grow and enhance the quality of our services. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention. Sincerely,

Breathtaking and stunning views.

Sumaya_N, Oct 2023

It was a great experience, and I would highly recommend it. It's around the Cat Valley, so beware; it won't be around Goreme's famous hot air balloon picture area, but it's worth it. The views and scenes were breathtaking. Crew were really lovely and super informative.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

It's fantastic to hear that you had a great experience with your hot air balloon ride and that you would highly recommend it!We appreciate your positive review and the recommendation. If you have any more details to share or any questions, feel free to let us know. Safe travels!

Not worth the money

Wolfram_L, Oct 2023

Nothing I would do again. Not worth the money. Be aware that the valley is in the middle of nowhere, far away from everything, including this fancy images you usually see from hot air balloon flights in Cappadocia, and that there is no interesting landscape. This is a flight you can do in every country as long as there is a bit nature.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

I'm sorry to hear that you didn't have a positive experience during your hot air balloon flight. We appreciate your honest review and encourage you to explore other activities and experiences that may better match your preferences in the future. If you have any other feedback or questions, please feel free to share them. Your input is important.

Creating memories

Daniel_G, Sep 2023

Great experience the pilot is funny and very professional the view is unforgettable and if you do it with family it’s a moment that you will keep from them and then from you forever

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time during your hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia. It's fantastic to know that your pilot not only provided a professional and safe experience but also added some humor to make it even more enjoyable. The view from a hot air balloon in Cappadocia is indeed unforgettable, and it's heartwarming to hear that this experience created lasting memories, especially when shared with family. We appreciate your kind words and hope to have the pleasure of providing you and your family with more unforgettable moments in the future. Best regards,

not the location of hot air balloons

SUNITA_A, Aug 2023

I gave one star just because it’s not in the place you think it is. It’s not the area where it’s full of air balloons. It’s actually in the opposite side and when I went there there was only other hot air balloon. It says in the description thats in in çhat valley and I didn’t know that so I was pretty disappointed. Not their fault or anything btw. I just didn’t know it wasnt gonna be the same. Make sure you don’t book if thats where you want to go. Staff were extremely friendly and nice. picked us the same time they promised and the ride was fun. We had really professional staff and enjoyed non alcoholic champagne at the end.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your valuable input, and we're always striving to improve our services. Your comments are important to us, and we'll use them to make any necessary adjustments to enhance our guest experience. If there are specific areas where you believe we can do better, please feel free to share more details. Your insights can help us provide an even better experience for our guests. Once again, thank you for choosing us, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best regards,

Great experience

Ehsan_A, Aug 2023

Amazing experience , very expert and professional team, kind and respectful I can only thank and recommend

Response from Host, Aug 2023

It's fantastic to hear that you had an amazing experience with the tour team. Their expertise, professionalism, kindness, and respect left a positive impression on you. Thanking them and recommending their services is a great way to acknowledge their efforts and to help others considering a similar experience. If you have any more details to share or if there's anything else you'd like to discuss, feel free to let me know!

Perfect!

Tea_K, Jul 2023

The organization and performance of the flight was excellent. The minibus came to pick us up at the agreed time, drove us safely to the place where we flew and drove us back home from there. The flight was conducted professionally, everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. I recommend!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

It's wonderful to hear that your experience with the balloon flight was nothing short of excellent! The organization and performance of the entire journey seem to have been seamlessly coordinated, ensuring that every aspect of the trip was taken care of. The punctuality and reliability of the minibus transportation are especially noteworthy. Being picked up and dropped off at the agreed time provides a sense of ease and comfort, allowing you to fully focus on enjoying the experience without any worries. Safety is always a top priority, and it's great to know that you felt secure during the entire journey. Professionalism in conducting the flight speaks to the expertise and dedication of the crew, who are well-trained to handle every aspect of the adventure. The friendly and helpful demeanor of everyone involved undoubtedly adds to the overall enjoyment. A warm and welcoming atmosphere can make a significant difference in how we perceive an experience, and it's evident that the team's attitude contributed to making the journey even more memorable. Your recommendation is a testament to the quality of the service and the fantastic experience you had. Word-of-mouth praise is one of the most powerful endorsements, and it's sure to encourage others to embark on their own balloon adventure. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. Your review not only highlights the professionalism and care of the team but also showcases the value of a well-organized and enjoyable experience. May your wonderful memories of this flight stay with you and inspire you to seek out more incredible adventures in the future. Warmest wishes and safe travels,

Watching the early...

Mohammed_A, Jul 2023

Watching the early morning sun high in the sky and beautiful countryside of Cappadochia. It was a great experience

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience watching the early morning sun and the beautiful countryside of Cappadocia. The region's stunning landscapes and unique rock formations truly create a magical and picturesque setting. We're glad that you were able to witness the beauty of Cappadocia from the balloon and that it left a positive impression on you. The early morning flights offer a serene and breathtaking view that is truly unforgettable. Thank you for choosing us and for taking the time to share your feedback. If there's anything else we can assist you with or if you plan to visit Cappadocia again in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to welcome you back for another memorable experience. Best regards

Very good

Arif_M, Jul 2023

I rate the overall experience is 4. Service starting from driver pickup on time, and the ballon captain was very nice. We had a challenging landing due to sudden weather conditions change but the captain was so nicely handled the situation.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for your review and for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear that you had a positive overall experience, starting from the on-time driver pickup to the friendly balloon captain. We understand that sudden weather condition changes can pose challenges during a balloon flight, but we're glad to hear that the captain handled the situation nicely. Our team prioritizes the safety and well-being of our passengers, and we're pleased that you felt well taken care of. We appreciate your feedback and your rating of 4. If there's anything else we can assist you with or if you plan to join us again in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would be more than happy to welcome you back for another memorable experience. Best regards

Be careful booking this tour! It’s not Goreme tour

Liliya_O, Jul 2023

Absolutely disapponted. Before booking pls be aware that the baloon flight is NOT over Goreme main valleys, but over CAT valley which is far away. You will not see other balloons around. Cat valley is more difficult to fly over because of the wind, therefore it dangerous to fly on sunrise, so you won’t see it on the baloon, but on foot while baloon prep. The flight is not bad itself and the staff is nice, but it’s not the real Goreme experience you will probabily look for

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We apologize for any disappointment or misunderstanding regarding the location of the balloon flight. We understand that seeing other balloons flying over the main valleys in Goreme is a desired experience for many visitors. It's important to note that weather conditions and wind patterns play a significant role in determining the flight route and location. Our primary concern is always the safety of our passengers and crew, which sometimes requires flying in alternative areas such as Cat Valley. While this may offer a different perspective of the region, we understand that it may not meet everyone's expectations. We appreciate your understanding and acknowledge that the flight itself and our staff were satisfactory. We continuously strive to provide the best possible experience for our guests. Thank you for your feedback, and we apologize again for any disappointment caused. If you have any further comments or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would be more than happy to address any concerns and work towards finding a solution. Best regards

Everything was wonderful....

Munira_J, Jun 2023

Everything was wonderful. The crew was very helpful. No pressure of buying any pics. Would recommend using this company.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that everything was wonderful during your experience with us. Our crew is dedicated to providing excellent service and ensuring that you have a memorable and enjoyable time. We're glad to hear that you felt supported and that there was no pressure to purchase any pictures. It's important to us that our guests feel comfortable and can focus on enjoying the experience without any added pressure. Thank you for recommending our company. We truly appreciate your support and trust. If there's anything else we can assist you with or if you plan to join us again in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out. We would be more than happy to welcome you back for another wonderful experience. Best regards

Professional and punctual

Stephin_S, May 2023

Must have experience if you there . The team was very professional and punctual, can’t ask for more . We had some champagne to top it off . The operators even helped us shortlisting places to eat and travel while there

Fantastic adventure

Stefan_S, Apr 2023

Event was very well organized. Some details were communicated in advance using application chat. We were picked up from the hotel at the exact time. Flight was fantastic. Most loved was low flight, touching grass and flight around fairy chimneys. Champagne ceremony after flight. Very good value for the money spent.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Dear valued customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with Cappadocia Cat Balloon. We are thrilled to hear that you were satisfied with your tour and that we met your expectations. At Cappadocia Cat Balloon, we strive to provide our customers with the best possible experience, and it is always rewarding to receive feedback like yours. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are delighted to know that we were able to meet your needs. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing Cappadocia Cat Balloon. We look forward to continuing to serve you in the future. Best regards,

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