Canyons of the Taurus Mountains

Arrival at Antalya International Airport (AYT). Transfer to hotel in Antalya Old Town. After check-in and rest, enjoy an orientation walk through Old Town and the ancient harbor with your guide. Dinner independently at local restaurants with sunset views of Antalya Gulf.

Turkish breakfast at hotel. Short transfer to Yeşilkaraman Village for bike fitting. Gradual climb leaving the coastal plain toward the Taurus Mountains' outskirts, passing through villages with lunch at a local restaurant. Explore the ancient city of Milyas with its remote monuments and majestic theater overlooking the valley. 30-minute drive to lakeside hotel. Dinner at hotel.

Leisurely breakfast. Bike ride along Lake Karacaören through small coves and rolling hills with pine and juniper trees. Lunch at a local trout farm. Visit Yazılı Canyon National Park with cascading waters and a short hike along the canyon. Optional river swimming. Long-route cyclists continue to Elsazı; short-route riders use the support van. Dinner at hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Sağrak Village. Hike along one of the best-preserved Roman roads in Türkiye, ending at the ancient city of Adada. Explore temples, theater, and agora in an unexcavated setting. Picnic lunch in the ancient agora. Bike through remote highlands of the Lake Region with wild horses, passing small villages to Lake Kovada shore. Pedal through rolling hills and pine canopies. Evening in Eğirdir with island sunset walk. Independent dinner along Lake Eğirdir.

Leisurely breakfast with free shopping time in town. 30-minute transfer to Zindan Cave. Explore the 765 m long Zindan Cave and its amazing natural formations. Ride through highlands over 1,000 m elevation, descending into the Aksu river valley fed by snowmelt. Lunch of Turkish pide. 30 km ride along the cascading Aksu river with a gradual descent through the river valley. Optional 5 km climb (5% average grade) at day's end; support van available. Overnight at family-run bed & breakfast in Kasımlar Village with dinner prepared by your hosts.

Village breakfast with fresh eggs, cheese, and homemade jams. Goodbye to host family. Explore the Köprülü River valley on bike. Morning scenery features canyon sheer cliffs; descend to the riverbed. 20 km ride with average 1.5% gradual climb decorated with massive rock formations and mountain views. Minimal traffic in this unspoiled region. Lunch at a family-run restaurant. One-hour downhill ride to village home run by a hospitable young couple. Rest, then discover composite rock formations with an astonishing hike in the national park. Dinner around a campfire under the stars.

Breakfast with fresh air and morning dew. Bike adventure featuring canyons, rivers, and ancient bridges. Smooth descent in the first hour with bended rock layers and riverbed views. 10 km climb rewarded by a breathtaking vista over Tazı Canyon. Short-route riders use the support van for this climb. 20-minute hike to the vista point with sheer cliffs decorated with rock formations and vegetation. Free time and lunch by villagers. Descending ride to an ancient bridge through a shaded pine-tree road. Photo opportunity at the ancient Köprüçay River bridge with crystal-clear water. Hotel next to the river for afternoon siesta or optional rafting/kayaking. Explore the ancient city of Selge and hike through conglomerate rocks in the late afternoon. Dinner at hotel.

Last breakfast at hotel. One-and-a-half-hour transfer to Antalya Airport. Goodbye to your guides and safe travels home!