Goreme is one of my favorite places on earth. It is a little village in Cappadocia, surrounded by magnificent landscapes. This area rivals the grandeur of the Grand Canyon, and continues to surprise the eye with rock formations in very exciting shapes.

The people who live and work here are kind and do not take advantage of the tourists. I was surprised at the wealth of ways to spend time in this tiny town, such as; walking through Love Valley, 4-wheeling, hanging out on the main drag, taking a hot-air balloon ride, going to an outdoor museum, or visiting a family in their cave house. For a village of about 4 roads, this is a lot.

The weather in Goreme was perfect when I was there in late September. The sky is huge there and the vibe is very relaxed and genuine.

My best suggestion is to spend a day 4-wheeling around the area. These motorbikes can take you to places unreachable by bus and even by foot. The vistas will blow your mind. There are rental places all over the center of town and you will have a young guide to accompany you and make sure you come back alive.

The people of Goreme speak English enough to communicate, but knowing a few Turkish words will be helpful. This is a place to be yourself and be among natural wonders.
Teshekuular! (thank you!)