Taurus Mountains

Introduction
Turkey Turkey
Turkey has always been a land of diverse cultures, a long and proud history and a crossroads where the East and West meet.

The tour takes place on the slopes of the Taurus Mountains, near Tahtalı Peak (2,365 meters elevation). We will be riding at elevations of up to 1,000 meters above sea level. Riding will be a combination of mountain treks and faster rides by the sea, through the hills and farmland that dot the area.

Accomodation



Accommodations
This is a progressive ride so nights are spent in different locations.

Description
Most nights are spent at the hotel. However, during the trek, you will be spending nights camping in different locations.

Accommodation Itinerary - subject to change based on availability
Night 1 & 2: Hotel
Night 3: Camping near Gedelma
Night 4: Hostel in Beychik
Night 5: Seaside camp
Night 6 & 7: Hotel

Hotel
All rooms come equipped with air-conditioning, a satellite TV, a safe, a phone, private bathroom with hair dryer. 
Your package includes accommodation in deluxe rooms. Inquire for rates if you wish to book a different room category.
The common area features a TV and a fireplace. There is Wi-Fi internet in the main building.
The eco-friendly hotel is surrounded by pine forests spreading over 18.000 square meters.
In the evening, guests can relax in the garden or go for a swim in the outdoor pool.

Hostel in Beychik
This small hostel offers simple but comfortable accommodation. Each room features air conditioning, private bathroom and a great view over the garden.
There is no Wi-Fi available at this property.

Camping
The camps are surrounded by Wilderness (no Wi-Fi and no cellphone signal). There are no toilets and no showers nor rivers or lakes available at camps. You will be provided with a tent, sleeping bag and mat so you do not need to bring anything extra for those nights.


Room Occupancy
If you are a solo traveler willing to share your room but we are unable to find another rider to share the room with you, a single supplement fee applies.



Meals
All breakfasts and dinners are included with your package. 

Breakfast is served between 8 and 10 am in the main restaurant.

Drinks are to be paid extra. There are 3 bars: one in the lobby, one in our "cowboy city" and one by the pool.


Dietary Restrictions
We are able to cater to most dietary restrictions with advance notice.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Riding


The ranch has about 20 well trained and gentle horses of different breeds (Arabians, Haflingers and other European breeds).

Itinerary



Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival
Today, you will set into your room and have time to discover the hotel grounds. 
Meals included: none
Overnight at Hotel

Day 2: Introduction Ride
After breakfast, we go meet the horses. We will go on an introduction ride around the ranch to make sure everyone is comfortable with their horse..
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Hotel

Day 3: Gedelma
Today we will start our trail ride through the mountains. After 1 hour of riding, we arrive to a beautiful canyon. Then, we start climbing the highest mountain of the region - Tahtali (2365 meters above the sea level). We will stop in the village of Gedelma, to visit a castle and admire a very old tree (about 2500 years old).
Eventually, we arrive to our camp and take care of the horses. In the evening, we enjoy dinner together and go to sleep.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at camp near Gedelma

Day 4: Tahtali mountain
After feeding everyone (humans and horses) we continue our climb over Tahtali mountain. Here, weather can change quickly as we arrive above the tree line.
After reaching the highest point of our ride, we start going down towards Beychik – a village with beautiful mountain and sea view. 
This is our destination for the day. After taking care of the horses, we can take a nice shower. eat take care of the horses, take shower and stay in the village for sleeping (in the rooms, no tent).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at house in Beychik

Day 5: Coastal Ride
This will be a long riding day (about 8 hours), making our way down to the coast. Our trail is surrounded with beautiful bays and untouched nature.
After crossing a very big bay, we arrive to our seaside camp. Tent and food are already waiting for us when we arrive.
In the evening, there is an opportunity to go swimming with/without horses.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at seaside camp

Day 6: Phaselis Ancient City
It is time to make our way back to the ranch. Along the way, we cross five bays and an ancient city: Phaselis (2000 years old). It is possible to make a lunch break there. 
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch 
Overnight at Hotel

Day 7: Last Ride
For our last riding day, we will enjoy a relaxing ride around the ranch.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Hotel

Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye.
Meals included: Breakfast

Rates and Dates for Taurus Mountains

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Other Info
Meeting: Camyuva
Airport: Antalya
Transfer: Antalya

Climate:
                                        Çamyuva area