Shared Tour in Altınbesik Cave & Ormana Village
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Are you ready for an adventure filled with discovery? Our Ormana tour starts with professional guides picking up guests from Side area hotels between 08:30 - 09:30 in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles. Once all guests are collected, our enchanting tour begins, taking you to the heart of nature. As you explore the unique beauty of Ormana, mysterious caves, historic villages, and breathtaking landscapes await you. Our professional guides will share the rich history and culture of the region, leaving you with unforgettable memories. Don't miss out on this unique experience! Reserve your spot now for a day immersed in nature and history. Enjoy the rejuvenation of escaping life's stresses in the magical atmosphere of Ormana.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lunch
- Altinbesik Cave Entrance Fees
What's not
- Soda/Pop
- Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
Our Ormana Village Tour starts between 08:30 and 09:30 with our professional guides (proficient in German, English, Russian) picking up guests from Side area hotels in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles. Once everyone is gathered, the tour begins. We kick off with a 20-minute stop at a Sarılar village orange orchard, where our guide shares insights into orange varieties and offers freshly squeezed juice for a leisurely break. Continuing toward the Taurus Mountains, a 30-minute drive brings us to Avasun village, celebrated for its beauty. Here, our guide showcases village life, local flora, and allows guests to collect bay leaves and regional fruits during a brief walk.
After a charming 10-minute stroll, we reach a 1200-meter high viewing terrace for a quick photo break, presenting breathtaking vistas of Oymapınar and Manavgat dam lakes. Proceeding, a 30-minute journey to Ürünlü village displays unique buttoned houses, a regional architectural gem. A guided 15-minute walk offers a glimpse into these distinctive structures before a café break. Continuing our journey, our vehicle takes guests to Altınbeşik Cave, home to the world's third-largest underground lake. After an informative session by our guide, guests enjoy a captivating 15-minute inflatable boat ride to witness the cave's natural wonders. Following the cave exploration, a 20-minute drive brings us to Ormana village for lunch.
The tour then heads to Belenalan village, showcasing ancient landmarks including a primary school and an Ottoman-era mosque, offering guests half an hour to explore. Guests are expected to return to their hotels between 17:30-18:00, around an hour after departing Belenalan village, depending on hotel locations.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- VOKS-TUR TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Side
- Its from-price is 11% above the median of the 141 day trips we list in Side.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Side
Side is a small Turkish Mediterranean resort on an ancient peninsula, with Roman and Greek temples, a theatre and golden beaches on both sides.
Side was an important port of ancient Pamphylia, and its ruins stand on a small peninsula where the town and harbour now are. The Roman theatre, one of the largest in the region, rises behind the town, and the Temples of Apollo and Athena, with their columns, stand on the seafront. A Roman bath houses the Side Museum, and the old gate and walls lead into the village.
Top-ranked sights in Side: Manavgat Waterfall (Manavgat Selalesi), Temple of Apollo, Side Museum (Side Muzesi).
Special offers in Side
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
