Day Trips

Soğanlı Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour with Breakfast & Transfers

Name: Soğanlı Valley Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Tour with Breakfast & Transfers
Start: 2026-09-21T04:00:00
End: 2026-09-21T07:00:00
Location: Cappadocia

This 45-min hot air balloon ride over Soganli Valley gives 360° views of fairy chimneys and unique rock formations. Book this experience with hotel transfers.

4.6/5(250)

Olaya C

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

The organization, the punctuality, and the treatment by the guys who took us. But above all, going in a small basket with only 12 people allows you to see everything in 360°. It let us watch the sunrise from above. Spectacular. If I had to find a downside, I would have liked more balloons to take off from that valley.

Panagiotis S

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Easy to book, value for money. I recommend it to all. Authentic experience, away from big crowds, you can enjoy the view and the serenity of the scenery. Our pilot, Tolga Yenilmez, is the best. Made our flight the most beautiful experience ever.

Corazon A

Solo

Verified booking

Jun 2026

It was wonderful and amazing views as we fly over Cappadocia. Also the people and staff are kind. So many surprises. I'm super happy with the tour. 🤩

Teresa C

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. It’s lovely to admire the valley below from above in the silence. Getting in and out of the gondola can be a bit challenging for older people or those who aren’t particularly athletic, but the staff is helpful, and we never felt scared or in danger.

Marco Z

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

The hot-air balloon ride was truly amazing—watching the sunrise and soaring 2,500 meters above the ground, exploring the wonders below in the silence of the sky, and seeing all those hot-air balloons like so many helium balloons set free in the air. Wonderful.

Sofia I

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

I really, really, really enjoyed the tour. They picked us up right on time. Many similar tours have 28 participants, but this one was advertised for up to 16, and there were actually only 12—it was very comfortable, and no one got in anyone else’s way. Before the flight, we were served gözleme with tea. We watched the balloons being inflated—that was also very interesting. The flight started through the gorge with a story about the ancient city; 12 balloons took off almost simultaneously, flying close to the terrain—a unique experience full of excitement and photo opportunities. Then we ascended to an altitude of about 1,000 meters; the gorge was visible from above, and some of the surrounding mountains were even covered in snow. All of this took place at dawn, just as described in the tour itinerary. After landing, we stayed in the baskets while they were loaded onto a trailer for transport, and they showed us how they deflate the balloon. Then everyone was given a personalized certificate of participation in the flight, and we all drank non-alcoholic champagne. We were dropped off at our hotels. Everything was top-notch—vivid emotions and memories! Thank you so much)))

Experience a 45-minute hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia’s newly established ballooning area, Soğanlı Valley, a gem known for its stunning landscapes.

Travel in comfort with a scenic 50-minute transfer to the launch site, and fuel up with a light pre-flight breakfast before takeoff.

Enjoy an intimate ride with a maximum of 16 passengers per balloon, and marvel at the magical sight of balloons ascending together at sunrise.

Glance down at hidden walking trails, cone-shaped fairy chimneys, ancient Byzantine churches, and the otherworldly landscapes of Soğanlı Valley.

After your flight, toast the experience with a celebratory champagne ceremony and receive a commemorative medal to mark the occasion.

45-minute hot air balloon flight over Soganli Valley, Cappadocia

Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels within the Cappadocia region (including Nevsehir, Urgup, Goreme, Uchisar, Avanos, Ortahisar, Cavusin, Mustafapasa)

Light breakfast before flight

After flight ceremony with champagne and medal

Insurance

TOTAL DURATION3 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERHot Air Balloon
Start point
Cappadocia
Get direction
50 min
1. Soganli Valley
Free Admission
45 min
2 activities
Glide over the valley at dawn as the rising sun bathes the rugged cliffs, ancient churches, and charming villages in golden light.
Things to do
Breakfast
Included in price
45-minute hot air balloon flight over Soganli Valley
Included in price
Post-flight celebration
Included in price
1 hr 5 min by hot air balloon
55.6 km
End point
Cappadocia
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Olaya C
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
The organization, the punctuality, and the treatment by the guys who took us. But above all, going in a small basket with only 12 people allows you to see everything in 360°. It let us watch the sunrise from above. Spectacular. If I had to find a downside, I would have liked more balloons to take off from that valley.
Panagiotis S
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Easy to book, value for money. I recommend it to all. Authentic experience, away from big crowds, you can enjoy the view and the serenity of the scenery. Our pilot, Tolga Yenilmez, is the best. Made our flight the most beautiful experience ever.
Bosky K
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We had wonderful experience. The piolet was very experienced. We were given flying certificate. The breakfast was also very good. Thanks
Domingo R
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The staff—both the pilot and the flight attendants—were very attentive, careful, and professional at all times. What I didn't like was that the flight wasn't what I expected; it was supposed to be 45 minutes, but more than half of that time was spent looking out at a flat field with nothing to see.
Salvatore C
Group
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Everything was perfect—from the shuttle to the flight and the return trip. A wonderful experience.

Admire Cappadocia's Soğanlı Valley from 300 metres above on a 45-minute sunrise hot air balloon ride, and gaze down at centuries-old rock formations.

Getting started

Begin your morning with hotel pickup in Cappadocia, followed by a 50-minute transfer to the Soğanlı Valley launch site. After a light breakfast and safety briefing, board the balloon to begin your flight.

What to expect

Soğanlı Valley sunrise hot air balloon flight

Recently established as a new ballooning area in Cappadocia, Soğanlı Valley is famed for its rock formations and landscapes. At sunrise, watch the valley glow in the early light as 10 to 12 balloons drift across the sky.

Features

Scenic aerial views: Take in vistas of Soğanlı Valley’s trails, Byzantine churches, fairy chimneys, and rock formations throughout the 45-minute flight.

Ancient Byzantine churches: Spot centuries-old rock-cut churches decorated with frescoes that make Soğanlı Valley a true cultural gem.

Small-group flight: Travel in an intimate setting, with each balloon carrying a maximum of 16 passengers for a more personal experience.

Post-flight celebration: Mark your landing with a champagne ceremony and receive a commemorative medal.

What to bring

A valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking, in case it is requested at pickup.

A light jacket or sweater, as mornings in Cappadocia can be chilly.

What’s not allowed

Drones, alcohol, and drugs are strictly prohibited.

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage cannot be taken on the balloon or to the launch site.

Smoking is not permitted at any point during the experience.

Pets are not allowed.

Accessibility

Please note this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

This experience is not suitable for children under 6 years, pregnant women, or individuals with back or heart problems.

Additional information

Pickup and drop-off are included from hotels within Cappadocia. The transfer to the launch site takes around 50 minutes.

Pickup times vary with the seasons and will be scheduled between 3:15 am and 7am. You must reconfirm your pickup time and flight status the day before your tour. Exact details will be sent via email or WhatsApp.

To complete your reservation, you will need to provide passenger details (full names, dates of birth, passport numbers, genders, and nationalities) as required by the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority.

The balloon flight lasts about 45 minutes and accommodates up to 16 passengers.

If weather conditions cause a cancellation, rescheduling is subject to availability.

A light breakfast is served before the flight, followed by a celebratory champagne toast and medal ceremony after landing.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please be punctual for your scheduled pickup to avoid missing the flight.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pickup.

Hotel transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

This is applicable to all hotels in Cappadocia.

On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.