The second Cappadocia Relief Ride will take place in central Turkey from the 19th June 19 to the 1st July. The award winning Relief Riders International combines the adventure of riding horses through some of the most beautiful locations in the world with the opportunity to profoundly affect the lives of those people they visit along the way. The inaugural Cappadocia Relief Ride took place in 2011 and those who took part rode through streams, canyons and over mountains. They also met some amazing Turkish people, sampled delicious tradition food and under the direction of Dr. Ozay Mutluay ran four free dental camps and installed two playgrounds for local children.
The ride departs from Nevsehir and lasts for 14 days. It is suitable for all riding abilities and will entail 4-6 hours of riding a day. An excellent opportunity for horse lovers to spend their direct holidays to Turkey doing something they love and at the same time helping others. Non-riders can accompany the expedition by jeep.
Day 1 of the ride
Riders arrive in Nevsehir and then on to Avanos, the handicraft centre of Cappadocia, before visiting the stables, becoming acquainted with the horses and then on a three hour ride into the hills along the Kizilirmak River (Red River). Overnight in Avanos.
Day 2
A relaxing morning in Avanos before travelling to Akhal Tekhe Ranch for lunch and then on horseback to Sarihan Caravanserai, a beautiful 13th century travellers lodge on Silk Road. Here riders will spend time with the Sufis who will perform their Whirling Dervish Ceremony. Then a ride to the campsite located at the base of the ancient cave dwellings in the fishing village of Sarihidir.
Day 3
An early start as preparations go ahead for the first dental camp in Saridir. After setting-up and providing dental screenings and treatments a four hour ride along the Kizilirmak River to Mount Ziyaret. Here you will have amazing views of the 13,000ft high Erciyes volcano and the vineyards below. You will then descend to the town of Bayramhaci.
Day 4
A day of relaxing in the ancient village of Bayramhaci which is located on a hilltop overlooking Akvadi (White Valley) which has a beautiful lake.
Day 5
The second dental camp will be hosted in Bayramhaci.
Day 6 and 7
The Sofular Dental Camp will be set-up for screenings and treatment which will be followed by the installation and inauguration of a playground in the town.
Day 8
Ride from Sofular to Karain, past vineyards and then a scenic climb to Mount Topuz. Descend to the village of Boyalikoy and then on to Karain
where the journey will take you past cave dwellings and fairy chimneys.
Day 9
Depending on the weather conditions, a hot air balloon trip over Cappadocia and a visit to the Goreme Open Air Museum.
Day 10
Ride from Karain along an ancient cart-horse track to the village of Karlikoy. This is a full day of riding where you will experience high plateaus with amazing views of canyons and the volcanic landscape. Descend to the Kavac.
Day 11
A visit to the beautiful village of Ortahisar which is home to an ancient citadel with a backdrop of unique rock formations.
Day 12
Enjoy a peaceful ride through the beautiful Pigeon Valley where pigeons have roosted in the walls for 1,000′s of years. Followed by a ride through the hills to Ushisar. This area is well known for its natural citadels and magnificent views. Arrive at the Akhal Teke Ranch in Avanos where you will spend the night before returning to the airport at Nevsehir on day 13.
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