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Erciyes Mountain Ski Tour from Cappadocia

Erciyes Mountain Ski Tour from Cappadocia

4.8(18)
Available on December to February
08:30 - 17:00
Small Group

What you'll experience

Barely an hour from Goreme, Mount Erciyes rises to 3,917 meters with groomed slopes, modern lifts, and reliable snow from December through March. The Erciyes ski tour from Cappadocia handles transport, equipment rental, and lunch so your entire day on the mountain stays focused on powder instead of logistics.

Skis or a snowboard are fitted at the resort along with boots, helmet, gloves and goggles. The morning can start on the beginner slope with optional instruction, the cable car opens up longer descents, and lunch is followed by free riding. First-timers and experienced riders both find their level, and the snow makes a contrast with Cappadocia's volcanic valleys.

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Already covered for you

  • Lunch
  • Ski gear with boots and helmet
  • Licensed guide
TÜRSAB licence 6250 · Since 2009

You just enjoy the trip, we take care of the rest.

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Your day

Tour Itinerary

  • Hotel pickup included
  • Ski gear included
  • Lunch included
  • Transfers included

Full Day Ski at Mount Erciyes

Morning pickup, road transfer to Erciyes, equipment support, skiing with lunch, and evening return to Cappadocia.

  1. 08:30

    Pick up from your hotel in Cappadocia.

    Our team will pick you up from your hotel in Goreme or nearby Cappadocia towns and begin the drive toward Mount Erciyes. Starting early gives the day enough usable time on the snow without turning it into a rushed transfer. It also makes this tour practical as a single winter add-on during a Cappadocia stay.

    Pickup time may vary slightly based on your hotel location.

  2. Mount Erciyes Ski Tour Route · 5 stops Road Transfer -> Resort Arrival -> Beginner Slope -> Cable Car Runs -> Lunch -> Free Ski Time
  3. Arrival at Mount Erciyes

    Mount Erciyes changes the mood of the day immediately because the scenery shifts from Cappadocia's dry formations to a true alpine snow setting. That strong contrast is one of the main reasons travelers add this excursion. It makes the region feel broader than a standard valley-based itinerary.

  4. Equipment Setup at the Resort

    At the resort, your ski or snowboard setup is handled before the active part of the day begins, including boots and helmet. Having that support built into the tour keeps the experience much easier than arranging a self-managed ski transfer. It also saves useful time once you arrive on the mountain.

  5. Beginner Slope and Optional Instruction

    The beginner slope is the best entry point for guests who want to start gradually and build confidence on snow. An optional instructor can be added, which gives first-time skiers a safer and more structured start. This is what makes the tour suitable even for travelers without previous ski experience.

  6. Cable Car Access and Longer Descents

    More confident guests can use the cable car and head toward longer runs that make the mountain feel more rewarding for experienced riders. This keeps the day from being limited to entry-level activity only. The elevated views across the snow-covered volcanic terrain are a major bonus of the upper sections.

  7. Lunch Break and Afternoon Session

    Lunch gives you time to recover and keeps the day comfortable before returning to the slopes or simply enjoying the winter atmosphere. That pause matters because a full snow day can be more demanding than many guests expect. After the break, the remaining time stays open for more skiing, snowboarding, or rest.

  8. 17:00

    Return transfer to Cappadocia.

    At the end of the day, you will leave Mount Erciyes and return to Cappadocia by vehicle. The organized return is one of the main conveniences of this ski excursion because you do not need to plan anything after a tiring day on snow. Your tour ends when you arrive back at your hotel area.

Tour Services

What's Included

Clear scope of services for the Erciyes Mountain Ski Tour from Cappadocia

Includes

Services covered in your tour package

  • Round-trip transportation from Cappadocia to Mount Erciyes
  • Ski or snowboard rental with boots and helmet
  • Gloves and goggles
  • Lunch
  • Professional English-speaking licensed tour guide

Excludes

Services not covered by the package price

  • Personal expenses
  • Beverages at lunch
  • Optional ski instructor
  • Transfers from non-central hotels

Highlights

What a Ski Day on Erciyes Adds to a Winter Cappadocia Stay

  • Alpine snow and volcanic landscapes in the same trip create a contrast no other Turkish ski resort can match from such a short base.
  • Full ski and snowboard equipment is included with boots, helmet, gloves, and goggles, so you arrive ready to ride.
  • Beginner slopes and cable car access cover every level from first-timers building confidence to experienced riders chasing longer descents.
  • Lunch on the mountain keeps the day comfortable with a natural break that prevents burnout halfway through.
  • Round-trip hotel transfer means zero planning after a tiring snow day because pickup and return are already handled.

Add this Erciyes ski day to your Cappadocia winter itinerary for the mountain side of the region most visitors never see. Balance the snow with a Cappadocia Red Tour for valley geology, or start another morning above the landscape with a Cappadocia hot air balloon flight.

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Good to know

Before you book

  • This tour is available only during the winter period from December to February.
  • Optional ski instruction is available at an extra cost for guests who want additional guidance.
  • This day works for both first-time skiers and guests with previous ski experience.
  • Hotel pick up is planned for central Cappadocia locations. Remote hotels should be checked before booking.
  • Vegetarian meal options are available. Please let us know your dietary preferences in advance.
  • Snow conditions, wind, and lift safety checks may affect mountain operations on the day of the tour.
  • Pick-up times may vary depending on your hotel location and seasonal conditions.
Available Languages:EnglishTour Types:GroupPrivatePrices may vary depending on the selected language and tour type.

FAQ

Questions about this tour

Where does this tour start and end?

It starts and ends in Cappadocia.

What time does this tour start and end?

It starts at 08:30 and ends at about 17:00.

Is hotel pick-up included?

No. Not included: Transfers from non-central hotels.

Are meals included?

Included: Lunch. Not included: Beverages at lunch.

What is the difference between the Erciyes Mountain Ski Tour from Cappadocia and the Cappadocia Red Tour?

Compared with this tour, the Cappadocia Red Tour (another route): visits Devrent Valley and Pasabag Open Air Museum; 1 hour shorter; starts at 09:30 instead of 08:30. From €44 per person (€60 less than this tour).

In which languages is the tour guided?

Guides are available in English.

Guest Feedback

Erciyes Mountain Ski Tour from Cappadocia reviews

4.818 reviews

Great slopes less crowds than Europe. Equpiment rental was included. Loved it.

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Ana A.

Snow was absolutley perfect when we went. Fresh powder on the upper slopes and well packed groomers on the lower beginner runs. My kids loved the wide easy slopes at the base and I got to do some proper runs higher up. Erciyes is a legit ski mountain, 3917m summit on a dormant volcano. The views of the Cappadocian landscape from up there are wild. Equipment rental was good quality and included in the price. The tour transport from Goreme was comfy, about an hour drive. Guide Burak was helpful organizing everything and made sure we had a great day. Way better value than any European ski resort.

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Omar L.

Didnt even know you could ski in Turkey until I found this tour. Erciyes Mountain is a proper ski resort with modern lifts and well groomed runs. The snow was great when we went in February and the slopes were way less crowded than European resorts. The views from the top of Mt Erciyes are insane, you can see all of Cappadocia spread out below. The tour handled everything, pickup from our hotel in Goreme, equipment rental, lift passes. Guide Emre was helpful with tips for the runs. Such a cool way to add something diffrent to a Cappadocia trip.

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Marina N.

The beginner slopes at Erciyes were perfect for me since I hadnt skied in years. Wide, well groomed, not too steep, and the snow conditions were fantastic, soft fresh powder that was really forgiving on my rusty technique. My husband who's an advanced skier had plenty of challenging runs to choose from higher up the mountain. The views from the gondola going up were incredible, you can see the volcanic peak above and the flat Cappadocian plateau stretching out below with the fairy chimneys in the hazy distance. Equipment rental was included and the gear was modern and well maintained. Guide Tuna picked us up from our cave hotel in Goreme at 8am and we were on the slopes by 9:30. Full day of skiing, back at the hotel by 5pm. Such a unique addition to our Cappadocia trip.

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Valentina B.

Came to Turkey for Cappadocia sightseeing and ended up skiing too?? The best surprise of the trip. Erciyes had fresh powder when we went in late January and the resort was not busy at all compared to what Im used to in Norway. Rented boots and skis at the base lodge, quality was fine. The views from the top lifts were stunning, snowy peaks and plains in every direction. The transfer from Goreme took about 75 minutes. Perfect add on to a winter Cappadocia visit.

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Astrid P.

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