Carpet and Pottery Factory Demonstration
Overview
Pottery has been a traditional culture in Cappadocia for thousands of years and this tradition dates back to Hitite Civilization. Throughout history, human beings have been creative by using the resources provided by the soil for their own benefit in everyday life. For centuries, locals have taken this clay and used traditional ancient pottery wheels to make various items such as wine jugs, cooking utensils and souvenirs. Pottery master will tell you the history of the pottery and its stages and show you how it was made with old techniques. Then, you can wear your local skirt and experience pottery making. Carpet is one of the most important decorative items in the art history of the Turks. Its origins go back to ancient times for aesthetic purposes and covering the floor to make it warm.
During the workshop tour, information is given about the tradition of carpet weaving in Turkey, its history, weaving techniques, root dyes, wool types, obtaining silk from silk cocoons.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Giriş Ücretleri
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Meeting and Pickup
Our minivan and driver will arrive at your hotel 10 minutes before the tour starts. We will pick you up from your hotel."
What To Expect
On this tour, you will first visit a pottery factory in the Avanos region, known for its historic Silk Road Bazaar. Here, you will observe the pottery making process, including the dyeing phase, which requires special skills, and learn all the details from experts in the field. Then, you will have the opportunity to create your own pottery, wearing appropriate clothing for the task.
After the pottery factory, you will visit a carpet factory. There, you will witness the weaving techniques, dyeing process and other aspects of carpet making, a Turkish tradition dating back to ancient times. You will gain valuable insights and have a wonderful experience.
The tour ends with a visit to a panoramic viewpoint offering incredible views, after which you will be dropped off back at your hotel.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Giriş Ücretleri.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Carpet and Pottery Factory Demonstration is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Carpet and Pottery Factory Demonstration will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Giriş Ücretleri
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
