Before the safari can start you will receive a detailed briefing how to drive a Quad and get all the necessary safety information. After the briefing it’s time to pass the test drive. The professional team will assist and support you with any help that you might need. Then the exciting safari can start. The tour will be 10 km long and will take two hours. Enjoy this adventure and have great fun on this off-road drive by following forest paths and passing water. During the tour there will be stopovers to take memorable photos.
The tour starts by travelling in minibuses to the base station at Beskonak where there’s a short break before setting off in the off-road vehicles on a rotational course lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
On the return to Beskonak there is a lunch stop followed by a ride by mini bus to the ancient city of Selge located on the southern slopes of Mt Taurus. Here there is an opportunity to walk to the ancient theatre and explore some of the few remains of other buildings such as the stadium and gymnasium.
A short rafting trip on the Eurymedon River or swimming break for those who prefer can then be enjoyed before returning to the off-road vehicles to drive to Eagle Canyon where the tour stops for taking photos before driving back and transferring to the mini bus and the drive back to the hotels arriving approximately at 5pm.
This tour has something for everyone, stunning nature, some shopping in a busy market town and then a relaxing cruise down the Manavgat River to the sea.
After being picked up from your hotel we will head for the Selale Falls on the Manavgat River. Known as the Little Falls, these fast-flowing waters crash down a ridge and make for some great photos.
Then it is on to a textile center, which sells cotton clothes at fantastic prices. Pick up some bargains before heading for Manavgat. This inland town holds a massive twice-weekly outdoor market - the place where locals love to shop. The stalls buckle with everything from budget clothes and Ali Baba-style shoes to woodcarvings and local delicacies. You will have over an hour to look round and get some goodies.
Next is a cruise along the Manavgat River. Join your boat and relax in the sunshine as you sail past reed beds and sandy beaches. Then after lunch on board, you will moor at a beach, where you can take a cooling swim in the river or sea before heading back to the resort.
Come with us for a day of adventure away from the beach. Away from the coast, this part of Turkey is something of an adventure playground - created by Mother Nature herself with craggy peaks, fragrant pine and cedar forests and impenetrable river canyons. And it is the latter that this trip focuses on, a white water rafting trip in the Köprülü canyon in the mountains.
After being picked up from your hotel we'll drive up into the mountains heading for the riverside village of Beskonak, where you will be given a safety briefing and don a helmet and life-vest. Then, take your seat, along with your guide in your eight-person raft and get ready to roll. Feel the cool breezes as your raft skims and spins over the waters with everyone laughing and shrieking along the way.
Keep your eyes on the scenery, too. You will raft past steep cliffs and pine forests that most tourists never get to see. It is an exhilarating ride but the rapids are gentle rather than turbulent, so they are perfect for beginners.
Ephesus: Embark on a journey into the past. Ephesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of Turkey's biggest attractions. Once known as extremely wealthy and magnificent harbour city, today in Ephesus you can see one of the best preserved settlements of the ancient times. The Temple of Artemis, also known as "Artemisia", was one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Particularly interesting are the Grand Theatre, St. Mary's Church, the famous Celsus Library, the hillside houses with well-preserved mosaics and murals, the Temple of Hadrian, the Odeon, marvel paved streets, a large fountain and bath facilities.
The House of the Virgin Mary "Mother Mary's House") is a Catholic and Muslim shrine located on Mt. Koressos ("Mount Nightingale") in the vicinity of Ephesus, 7 km from Selcuk. The house was discovered in the 19th century by following the descriptions in the reported visions of “Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich” 1774-1824, a German Roman Catholic nun and visionary. The Catholic Church has never pronounced in favour or against the authenticity of the house, but nevertheless maintains a steady flow of pilgrimage since its discovery. Anne Catherine Emmerich was beatified by Pope John Paul II on October 3, 2004.
Catholic pilgrims visit the house based on the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taken to this stone house by Saint John and lived there until her assumption (according to Catholic doctrine) or dormition (according to Orthodox belief). The shrine has merited several papal apostolic blessings and visits from several popes, the earliest pilgrimage coming from Pope Leo XIII in 1896, and the most recent in 2006 by Pope Benedict XVI. The village of Sirince: In ancient sources, the village is called "Ephesus in the mountains" or "the old Ephesus". The people of Ephesus fled in the summer from the malaria-causing mosquitoes in the small Menderes delta. So Sirince was the summer residence of Ephesus citizens. Nowadays it is an old picturesque village whose houses differ markedly in external appearance of other villages in Turkey: White brick stone houses with large windows and tiled roofs, which are listed as historical monuments. Time seems to stand still here.
Our private guide service allows you to explore not just the main sights and attractions but all the hidden corners and secret favorites known only to the locals. The knowledgeable guides will give you the lowdown on the history, the culture, the architecture, the legends and much, much more – all in the language of your choice! Choose a four-hour morning or afternoon tour, or an eight-hour full-day excursion. Only the guide’s service is included.
From the Turkish word meaning cotton castle, Pamukkale is a spectacular, natural beauty. On this private tour prepare yourself for a carefree day, taking in all the marvellous surroundings, leaving the passionate and knowledgeable tour guide in charge.
Pammukale is a series of mountainside terraces where natural springs have solidified into snow white stalactites and cliffs. The effect is absurdly exquisite- it almost looks like a winter wonderland of pools in various little tiers. The Romans were the first to realise its potential healing powers and established a health spa there. In modern day, we would like you to experience the same healing powers the Romans found by inviting you to join us and bathe in the main thermal pool and feel revitalized.
Start the day with a delicious, freshly prepared buffet breakfast in Antalya. Then the tour leads you to Korkutelli where there will be a short break to regain energy for the exciting day ahead. At midday there is a scheduled photo break to capture the stunning panoramic views, to create memories you can keep. After, you will be given leisure time to explore Pamukkale and the Ancient City Hierapolis. Up the hill, at Hierapolis, there is a well-preserved Roman theatre and ancient thermal baths, which have been restored and converted into an archaeological museum. Other significant sites include the Temple of Apollo, the Necropolis and the Nymphaeum and the fourth century basilica. On the way back to the hotel, we will stop for a delightful dinner.
This makes for a wonderful day, full of culture and history, one which you must do should you wish to engage with the country’s history.
Situated on its' own peninsula and flanked by golden beaches on both sides, this ancient site holds many archaeological wonders. Admire marble Roman ruins and the Temples of Apollo and Athena –reputedly the site of Cleopatra and Mark Antony’s romantic trysts and explore Side’s majestic ruins including the city gates and walls and the aqueducts which brought water from the Taurus Mountains.
Visit the old baths which have been turned into a museum, where some of the statues and treasures found locally are exhibited, or marvel at the impressive 15,000 spectator Roman theatre, unlike any other antique theatre in the region in that it is not built against a hillside, but supported with a series of arches.
See also, a triumphal arch, fountains, an agora and many more historical treasures, scattered around the old town before driving on to the Manavgat waterfalls, where you will witness how the white, foaming water flows powerfully from a low height over the rocks covering a wide area whilst you enjoy tea by the water´s edge in a shaded garden.
Walk the Roman roads as you travel back in time to the days of togas and chariots with a visit to the classical city of Perge, once a bustling Roman port. Your day is not complete before moving on and exploring the splendid Aspendos Roman theatre which is still in use today.
HIGHLIGHTS:
*Visit to the Roman Baths in Perge
*Explore on foot the other Roman treasures of Perge
*Trip to the world´s best preserved Roman theatre at Aspendos
Start your excursion in the morning with a visit to Perge, one of the largest ancient cities of the Pamphylia region, the city that was once the capital of this region. Walk like a Roman as you wander the colonnaded street and the Agora; visit the Roman baths and the stadium and marvel at the remains of the Nymphaion.
We then move on to Aspendos amphitheater, the best preserved of all Roman theatres, which dates from the 2nd Century AD and has a capacity for 15,000 will leave you in awe. It is still in use today as a concert and festival venue and is the most incredible demonstration of Roman design.
The tour involves a lot of walking to truly experience the magical history of Perge.
Transfer from the Hotel to the Buggy Safari base. After a briefing about the vehicles, the route and safety rules you'll make a test drive. Now you're ready to head for your exciting fun-filled drive, off the beaten tracks, by following dusty paths and crossing creeks.
There will be two short stops during the tour for taking pictures. Back at the base you'll get the opportunity to change your clothes and refresh yourself before you will return to your hotel.
The best journey for being a part of the nature in the Köprülü Canyon National Park which is the most spectacular place in the Mediterranean Region in Turkey. That is the best way to explore the fantastic nature of springs which formed the Köprülü River and has many specialties to be told about the flora and fauna of the Park.
After we pick up our guests from their hotels, we will drive to the first meeting point about 6 km far from the main road of Antalya & Alanya. There, after a short break of 20 min, we’ll move on up to Karabük bridge and stay there for a while for taking photographs and being informed about the area. After that, we’ll have another stop at the Ancient Bügrüm Bridge. Some more information will be given there, then we will take a walk for 1 km around the Oluk Köprü (The bridge which gives the name to area and river as KÖPRÜLÜ), which is not far from the path where St. Paul is said to have been twice to pass through the Taurus Mountains to the city of Antiochia Pisidia with Barnabas.
There you may want to take photographs of the beauty of the fascinating Köprülü Canyon and feel the freshness above the springs. Our walk around Oluk Bridge ends at the Rafting Start Point for applicants of optional rafting. If the weather conditions are suitable, the applicants will be (for free) rafting for 2.5 km. on the calm part of the Köprülü River with experienced Guides. While applicants are rafting, the rest of you will be back on the bus and heading to the restaurant 3km away. After the rafts arrive, our lunch is going to be served.
During the lunch, we’ll have a little course of making Sumacs Salad, Cacik (made of yoghurt, garlic and chopped cucumber and served as a side dish) and a special recipe of Trout Fish on a barbeque.
Then, we will have our lunch which includes fish or chicken kebab (optional) salad and Turkish rice (boiled and pounded wheat). After the meal, we will drive up to the Canyon before driving back to the first meeting point for a short break then continue to the hotels.
This tour is designed for the interest of children in particular but will also entertain adults too. Covering a large area of 50 000 m2 it is filled with dinosaur figures of original size, a real Jurassic Park and consists of 5 main areas:
1. Dinopark: this has 48 figures of dinosaurs with sensors. They move exactly the same way as the dinosaurs you could see in the movies about the Jurassic period. In the Dinosaurs Museum, you will be told about life, evolution and the extinction of dinosaurs.
2. Reptile terrarium.
3. Aquarium, which includes many themed aquariums with freshwater and seawater.
4. Mini Zoo, which is presented by such animals as monkeys, ostriches, peacocks, bear grizzly, Cameroonian sheep, Bengal tiger, lion cubs, ponies, horses and camels. If you like you can ride ponies, horses and camels.
5. Paradise of birds is the world of birds. Here you can find 14 species of parrots, which please you with their cheerful chirping.
You can see free-running rabbits all around the park. You will surely experience a sense of oneness with nature watching them. You can also feed a lion cub named Boni with milk, hold it and make beautiful pictures of these unforgettable moments. In the Aquarium of the Park you can see such creatures of the underwater world, as barracuda, moray eel, stingray, jellyfish and piranhas. For the first time there is an opportunity to swim with stingrays, sharks and penguins side by side in the aquarium (extra charge). It is an unforgettable experience!
You can also make a short round-trip by a free train which operates in the Park.