One of the best ways to get around is to put yourself in the hands of the aforementioned Argeus, Istiklal Cad.13 in Urgup (tel: 384-341-4688; fax: 384-341-4888; www.argeus.com.tr; inform@argeus.com.tr), the most qualified local company for tailor-made tours and packages, and the exclusive representatives for REI activities in Turkey. Argeus runs regular tours to the valleys of Cappadocia, to the underground cities of Derinkuyu and Kaymakli, with stops nearby caravanserais or other sites of interest. Guides are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The price for a regular tour is USD 70 per person – a bit hefty considering that other resident outfitters charge about half that, but with Argeus you’re assured personalized service in small manageable groups.

Argeus is also the local representative of Turkish Airlines.

FROMMER'S TURKEY - 2000