Frame 1 from the Balloon Mini Package shoot, Cappadocia

Frame 2 from the Balloon Mini Package shoot, Cappadocia

Frame 3 from the Balloon Mini Package shoot, Cappadocia

BALLOONS BALLOONS

Balloon Mini Package

A short, striking shoot at first light as the balloons drift overhead.

Duration 60 min
Group 1–2 guests (family or friend groups on request)
Location Balloon launch field · Love Valley
Language Türkçe & English

Flexible planning
Reply within 24h
Mobile voucher
Turkish + English guide
Small group

About this experience

Who is this for?

For travellers who want a Cappadocia sunrise balloon photoshoot in one short, flowing session. As the balloons drift overhead at first light, we gather your story across the balloon launch field and Love Valley into a single editorial series of 50 minutes to one hour.

Locations

We begin at the balloon launch field, baskets lifting, the sky filling with silhouettes. Then we move to Love Valley, where fairy-chimney textures and softened morning light shape your close-up portraits and scene shots.

This package is a starting point. We shape the length, the locations and the number of frames around you, so you get exactly the images you want, delivered with care. Message us for a tailored quote.

What's included

A shoot across the balloon launch field and Love Valley
The shoot runs about 50 minutes to 1 hour
Every photograph taken during the shoot (at least 100 frames) shared as unedited JPEG on the day of the shoot or by the evening of the next day; RAW files are normally not delivered
7 photos of your choice professionally edited in Photoshop
1 Reels video filmed in 4K
Hotel pickup before the shoot

What's not included

Balloon flight ticket (arranged separately on request)
Wardrobe rental (partner-atelier list provided)
Hair & makeup (recommended team on request)

Available add-on services

Woven into the shoot flow and added to your package for an extra fee.

Make-up & hairdresser
Rent a red dress
Classic old car
Carpet shop scene
Running horses
Salt Lake shoot
Marriage proposal organization

What to expect

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1 · WhatsApp discovery chat

A short chat to walk through the package, flexible dates and the location flow that suits you.
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2 · We plan the day together

We pick the best day and time together, based on weather and light.
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3 · Shoot day

We pick you up from your hotel 20 minutes before the shoot and move through the locations at a relaxed pace.
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4 · Delivery

We share every photograph taken during the shoot as unedited JPEG on the day of the shoot or by the evening of the next day. You choose the photographs to be edited; edited photographs are delivered no later than one month after the date you tell us your selection (sooner when workload allows). Videos are delivered no later than one month after the shoot date. RAW files are normally not delivered, but can be if this is discussed and agreed before the shoot.

Meeting point

We meet in central Göreme on shoot morning and travel to the location together. Hotel pickup is available on request.

Göreme, Nevşehir, Türkiye · 38.644°N 34.829°E

Know before you go

Flowing fabrics in pastel or earth tones
Comfortable shoes; we walk the terrain
A shawl or light jacket; mornings are cool
Optional accessories: book, flowers, a keepsake
Max 1–2 guests (family or friend groups on request)

Cancellation policy

A reservation is confirmed with a deposit, which reserves the date and time of your shoot. If you cancel of your own accord, the deposit is not refunded. For balloon cancellations: if the cancellation is known the day before and the shoot has not started, the date can be changed free of charge, and if no common date is found the payment, deposit included, is refunded in full. If the balloons are cancelled on the morning of the shoot after we have arrived ready, there is no right to free cancellation or postponement; the shoot can continue, and postponing to another day requires an additional fee.

Reviews

Megan Davies

★★★★★

We had the most incredible experience! Our photographer captured our proposal in Cappadocia, and despite my now-husband not warning her at all, she still managed to capture every magical, emotional moment perfectly. The photos are absolutely stunning and truly tell the story of the day. Beyond her amazing talent, she was so kind, calm, and made us feel completely comfortable. She turned a surprise into something unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a better person to share that special moment with!
Rebecca Garnett

★★★★★

We booked Merve as we were travelling to Cappadocia and wanted some natural, candid family photographs that weren't taken in a studio. She took us to multiple venues based on the best light for that time of day and also managed to time it so that we have some wonderful photographs of Cappadocia's hot air balloons in flight. She was amazing at keeping our toddler engaged and I couldn't recommend her enough. A truly wonderful experience and photographs to last a lifetime. Thank you!
Camilla Felgate

★★★★★

Merve is an incredible talent!! She shot our elopement in Cappadocia and went above and beyond!! (Also thanks to Esin for assisting too!) We received the most magical images and had the best experience which we will always treasure.
Megha Jagadeesh

★★★★★

One of the best and the sweetest photographers that I have come across. Had an amazing experience working with Merve and Fatih! They captured my pictures beautifully and made the entire shoot feel natural and fun. Truly talented and highly recommended.

Frequently asked

Will weather affect the shoot?

For balloon shoots, strong wind can keep the balloons grounded; that does not necessarily cancel the shoot, and we can continue without balloons. If the cancellation is known the day before and the shoot has not started, the date can be changed free of charge, subject to availability; the details are in the cancellation policy.
What should I wear?

Flowing fabrics and pastel or earth tones photograph best in Cappadocia light. Before the shoot we talk through the outfit and location flow that suit you.
Is hotel pickup included?

We pick you up from your hotel by car, 20 minutes before the shoot.
How can I pay?

We take a deposit when a reservation is confirmed; the amount is not fixed and is agreed together. The quote is always tailored to the scope of your shoot, and we settle the payment method and timing together when preparing it.
When do I get my photos?

Every photograph taken during the shoot is shared with you as unedited JPEG, on the day of the shoot if possible, otherwise by the evening of the next day. You choose the photographs to be edited; edited photographs are delivered no later than one month after the date you tell us your selection (sooner when workload allows). Videos are delivered no later than one month after the shoot date. For photographs, the standard delivery format is JPEG; RAW files are normally not delivered, but can be if this is discussed and agreed before the shoot.