
Folklore in Side

Ormana and Altinbesik Caves Small Group Tour with lunch
Uncover the secrets of Ormana village and its surrounds. Take tea in a traditional Turkish house in the charming village of Urunlu before hiking from a nearby canyon to the Altinbesik Caves. Here – during summer only – you'll have the chance to take a subterranean dinghy ride. Then it's on to Ormana, with its wooden mosque and its unique ‘button houses'. Soak up the village's laidback vibe and have a local lunch before heading to the nearby ruins of an ancient caravanserai. Then, venture into the desolate landscapes of the Eynif Plains, where you'll hopefully witness wild horses roaming.
de, fr, nl
de, fr, nl

Hammam & Turkish Bath Experience
Want a top-notch tan whilst trying something new? Then a trip to a hammam or Turkish bath is definitely for you. Everything starts when we take you to one of the best local hammams. Change into your swimwear and wrap up in a towel. Then it's off to the hammam itself – a humid, marble-tiled room with a ‘gobektasi', a heated stone slab in the centre. Relax as the heat softens your skin and opens your pores. Next, lie on the ‘gobektasi', where you'll be treated to a body scrub followed by a head-to-toe massage in soft, soapy bubbles. And after that, you'll enjoy an all-over oil massage.
de, en
de, en

Ormana and Altinbesik Caves Small Group Tour with lunch
Uncover the secrets of Ormana village and its surrounds with the exclusive private tour. What's more, you'll do it all with the help of our expert guides. Muzaffer, one of the team, says, ‘Wild horses running freely and an underground lake – these mountains have so much to offer you and your camera.' You'll visit mysterious caves and the ruins of an ancient caravanserai, and with luck, see the famous Ormana wild horses.First up is that most traditional of Turkish pastimes – tea. Whisked to the charming village of Urunlu, you'll mingle with the locals in a typical home and be welcomed with a cup of their strong, sweet, brew. Suitably refreshed, it's time to hike from a nearby canyon to the Altinbesik Caves. Here – during summer only – you'll have the chance to take a subterranean dinghy ride.A visit to Ormana, introduces you to its wooden mosque and unique ‘button houses'. And for every sale of this experience, there's a donation to a renovation fund that helps restore these authentic architectural marvels. Soak up the village's laidback vibe and shop for souvenirs that help support the local community – it's a great place to get gifts you won't find anywhere else. After lunch at a family-run restaurant, it's on to the nearby ruins of an ancient caravanserai – a medieval motel for travelling traders. Then, venture into the desolate landscapes of the Eynif Plains, where you'll hopefully witness the majestic wild horses roaming in their natural habitat.
de, en, fr, nl, pl
de, en, fr, nl, pl

Turkey's Lavender Fields Tour
Providing a full palette of purples, pinks and indigos as far as the eye can see, the lavender fields of Kuyucak Village are one of Turkey's top Instagram spots. Add a splash of brilliant colour to your snaps and take a trip to see these flowers in full bloom. First up is breakfast by Lake Karacaören, an expanse of clear water and pine-clad mountains. Arriving in Kuyucak, let the scent of lavender wash over you as fields of this fragrant flower come into view. Take a few photos then sip tea in a traditional Yörük tent. After lunch, we'll make the journey back via Susuz Kervansarayi, one of the finest examples of Seljuk art.
de, en, fr, nl, pl
de, en, fr, nl, pl

Hierapolis and Pamukkale Tour with Lake Salda
This summer tour takes you to Pamukkale, which means ‘cotton castle' in Turkish – and you'll see why as soon as you set eyes upon its magical landscape. Leaving Antalya early in the morning, you'll arrive at Lake Salda Lake after a few hours' scenic drive. It's been compared to the Maldives for its long beaches and multi-toned blue waters. You'll have free time to take some photos. You'll then head to Pamukkale for lunch. Afterwards, explore the ruins of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then let off steam with a dip in Cleopatra's Ancient Pool before dinner in a forest restaurant.
de, en, fr, nl, pl
de, en, fr, nl, pl

Deluxe Turkish Bath Side
If you want a top-notch tan whilst trying something new, then a trip to a hammam or Turkish bath is definitely for you. They're also brilliant for exfoliating your skin so you're more likely to develop a lasting tan. We'll head to one of the best local hammams – a humid, marble-tiled room with a ‘gobektasi', a heated stone slab in the centre. Relax as the heat softens your skin, opens your pores and gets you sweating out those toxins. You'll also be treated to an aromatic salt body scrub followed by a covering in soft, soapy bubbles and a face mask. After that, you'll enjoy a bronzing oil massage and a fresh fruit plate.

Fire of Anatolia Dance Show
The ancient region of Anatolia makes up most of central Turkey and its folklore has shaped much of the country's wider culture and customs. The incredible ‘Fire of Anatolia' dance troupe is Turkey's answer to Riverdance. Cue a cast of 120 dancers stepping, stomping and swirling to traditional folk music. And ballet and acrobatic modern dance acts are all backed by swirling Turkish music and drumming. Add dazzling lighting and costumes and you've got a show to remember. The trip includes transfers to and from the venue,the ancient Aspendos theatre, as well as your entrance tickets.
de, en
de, en

Lake Karacaören Boat Cruise & Visit to Karatas Cave
Take some of Turkey's top beauty spots, then mix in a farmers' market, a cooking demo and hanging out with a famous tea lady, and you're in for a 100% Turkish adventure. We'll warm up by visiting a farmers' market. Then it's on to Lake Karacaören. Hemmed in by an impressive canyon, you'll glide across the water in an eco-friendly electric boat and have the chance to dive in for a swim. Dry off and there's a demonstration of traditional cooking for lunch followed by the opportunity to meet a famous local tea lady. We'll round off with a visit to Karatas Cave.
de, en
de, en

Pamukkale & Lake Salda Small Group Tour
Pamukkale means ‘cotton castle' in Turkish – and you'll see why on this small group tour when you set eyes upon its magical landscape. Heading deep into the Anatolian countryside, you'll also visit the ruins of ancient Hierapolis, Cleopatra's Pool and Lake Salda.Leaving Antalya early in the morning, you'll arrive at Lake Salda after a few hours' scenic drive. It's been compared to the Maldives for its long beaches and multi-toned blue waters. You'll have free time to take some photos of this beautiful location.You'll then head to Pamukkale for lunch. Afterwards, catch a peek of the bright white terraces before exploring the ruins of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the vast theatre, the tomb of Philip the Apostle, the Frontinus Gate and more. Next, let off steam with a dip in Cleopatra's Pool, where you'll swim among ancient ruins, before dinner in a forest restaurant on the way back.
de, en, fr, nl
de, en, fr, nl