Turkey: Wild & Active
Active holidays in Turkey
An active adventure that takes us into the heart of ancient Anatolia, this spectacular journey travels from the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, to the shores of the Mediterranean. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage landscapes of Göreme National Park by bicycle and on foot; canoe down part of Turkey’s longest river and hike in the spectacular Ihlara Canyon. Following in the footsteps of St Paul, we will then trek along a section of Turkey’s second longest hiking trail, before rafting along the waters of the Köprülü River after it emerges from the deep gorges of the Koprulu Canyon National Park. Taking in Selcuk caravanserais and ancient Roman theatres along the way, the climax of this incredible journey sees us enjoying the beaches of Turkey’s beautiful Turquoise Coast.
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Itinerary / Highlights
Day 1: Tour starts in CappadociaOur journey begins amongst the unearthly landscapes of central Anatolia and the 'fairy' chimneys and white tufa cliffs of Cappadocia.
Day 2: Hiking & Biking in Cappadocia
This morning we take a bike ride through the landscapes of the White and Love Valleys and then we then head out on foot into the wonderful rose-coloured landscapes of the Rose Valley.
Day 3: Canoeing & Hiking in Cappadocia
After the option of a sunrise balloon flight we'll canoe on Turkey's longest river. Later we'll visit the breath-taking Goreme Open Air Museum and hike some more around the surreal landscapes of the region.
Day 4: Ihlara Canyon - Konya
After a morning hike through the Ihlara Canyon, a narrow valley whose walls are lined with a number of captivating Byzantine churches, we then drive via the C13th Sultanhani Caravanserai to the vibrant city of Konya, home to the famous sufi 'whirling dervishes'
Day 5: Konya - Lake Beysehir
We continue to the shores of Lake Beysehir before taking a mountainous and rarely used road later to arrive in Caltepe. This evening we will be staying in a simple village pension on Turkey's famous St. Paul's trail.
Day 6: Hike the St Paul Trail to Beskonak Village
Our first hike will follow a convoluted path among some amazing rock-formations; our shorter, second hike follows the course of the river through lush forest up to our overnight stop at a remote but charming farmhouse.
Day 7: Rafting on the Koprulu River
After a short walk to the nearby Roman Oluk Bridge we make for Selge, an old Roman city set high above the Koprucay Gorge. In the afternoon, we raft the Koprulu Riverand then make for Antalya, situated on the Mediterranean.
Day 8: Antalya - Goynuk Canyon - Antalya
The beautiful Goynuk Canyon with its zip lines provides the setting for our final activity in Turkey before an afternoon to relax and enjoy the warm waters of Turkey's Turquoise Coast.
Day 9: Antalya
Tour finishes after breakfast in Antalya.
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