Planning For A Balloon Side in Turkey
We organized a comprehensive trip! Our plan included an early morning balloon ride in Cappadocia, which typically lasts an hour and offers stunning sunrise views. To ensure a smooth experience, we booked an air ticket from Istanbul to Nevsehir (717 Km) and arranged a three-night stay at Crown Plaza.
Knowing the popularity of the balloon rides, we wisely made reservations in advance through Urgup Balloons via our cave hotel, despite the increased rates. Initially we were reluctant to spend that huge rate but on the insistence of our nephew Gurpal, we went ahead for this memorable ride.
Enjoying the ride enclosed in one of the six buckets
Hundreds of baloons floating at Sun Rise
A hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia, Turkey, is an enchanting experience. The region's unique landscape, filled with fairy chimneys and valleys, makes it a breathtaking adventure.
We booked our tickets through our cave hotel for Urgup Baloons who had already jacked up the rate from $134 to $440. Our nephew Gurpal was very keen for the baloon ride as he was specially traveling to this place for all important ride. Cappadocia is far away from main Turkey junction Istanbul. So we all decided to go for the ride at any cost.
A few friends back in USA had warned against the dangerous ride in severe cold conditions for aged like us. On the contrary we found it was all fine and adventurous through out.
Hotel Pick up and ride to site
They sent a Limousine to pick us from our Hotel at Ctoen Plaza at 4.00 AM
Waiting at 4.00 AM for the ride to the balloon ride site
Waiting at Crown Plaza
Inside the pick up car dimly lighted
Preparing for The Ride
Reached the site at Dawn
In the Dawn of Capadocoa, the sky becomes colorful with plentyful baloons
Another balloon in the neighborhood is preparing for the ride.
Some of the balloons already up in the sky.
While the hot air is being blown into the balloon
Fellow riders waiting for the ride to start
A huge blower on work
Baloon is getting ready and half done.
The ride offers a 360-degree view of Cappadocia's stunning landscape, with its distinctive rock formations, valleys, and historical sites such as Göreme Open-Air Museum.
Actual Ride & Various View Shots
The balloon starts rising up
A mile above the ground
The balloons could go very near to rock and we were warned not to touch.
Shadow of our balloon on the rock
Chimney rocks from various angles
Gurpal And Charanjit with a victory look.
Descending
The Perfect Landing on The Trolley
The Pilot and Co-Pilot
The entire experience usually encompasses pickup, a pre-flight breakfast, the exhilarating balloon ride itself, and concludes with a celebratory toast upon landing. Cappadocia's distance from Istanbul hasn't deterred our enthusiasm, as the sight of numerous balloons drifting above the mesmerizing terrain promises an unforgettable adventure.
First Flight Certificate
It is creditable on the part of the company who offered us a celebratory non alcoholic toast following which the certificates were handed over to all the participants
The participants of the balloon ride.
Hot air balloon operators prioritize safety, providing safety briefings before the flight and ensuring that all necessary safety measures are in place.
It's a fantastic chance for photography enthusiasts, as the views during sunrise create a picturesque setting that's ideal for capturing stunning moments.
Overall, the Cappadocia hot air balloon ride offered not just a bird's-eye view but a magical experience that often becomes a highlight of many travelers' journeys.
How young Gurpal was so right in his observation to persist for the ride without caring for extra money being charged that day!
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