Tour of Ormana and the Altrinbesik Caves in Antalya
Excursions & day trips

Tour of Ormana and the Altrinbesik Caves in Antalya

4.4/5

Excellent
375 reviews
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£67.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll learn about the ongoing restoration work of the ancient button houses in the village of Ormana
  • There'll be loads of opportunities to see wild Ormana horses roaming freely in the Eynif Plains
  • A stop at a family home in the remote hamlet of Urunlu for some Turkish tea is on the agenda
  • You'll check out the Altinbesik Caves and, in summer, take a boat ride along an underground river
  • This tour is led by an expert local guide who knows the area and its landmarks inside out
What to expect

Uncover the secrets of Ormana village and its surrounds. On this exclusive group tour, you'll visit mysterious caves and the ruins of an ancient caravanserai as well as have the chance to see the famous Ormana wild horses. This is an experience with a special focus on sustainability and community engagement. But, it's also rewarding for you. As Muzzafer, one of our local guides, says, "wild horses running freely and swimming in an underground lake – these mountains have so much to offer you and your camera."

We begin the day by taking freshly brewed Turkish tea in a traditional Anatolian house in Ürünlü, a charming hamlet of red-roofed wooden and stone homes. Next, we'll hike from a nearby canyon to the Altinbesik Caves. Here – during summer months only – you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a subterranean dinghy ride.

Then, it's on to Ormana, with its wooden mosque and its unusual ‘button houses'. Contributions from this tour support the villagers' efforts to restore these centuries-old dwellings. Soak up Ormana's laidback vibe before sitting down for a lunch of ‘KM0' products in a family-owned restaurant. In the afternoon, we'll head to the nearby ruins of an ancient caravanserai – a medieval motel for travelling traders. To round off this immersive countryside tour, we'll venture to the desolate landscapes of the Eynif Plains, where you'll hopefully witness the majestic wild horses roaming in their natural habitat.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check KM0 lunch
  • check Exclusive TUI itinerary
What to remember
  • Wear shoes suitable for walking
  • Bring cash, a hat and sunblock
  • The boat ride isn't suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • The cave boat ride isn't possible in winter – there's a visit to a village and Ethnography museum instead
  • There may be an initial, unaccompanied pick-up from your hotel to a meeting point from which the tour proper departs
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Provider
TANTUR TURIZM SEYAHAT A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.4 /5

Based on 375 reviews from verified customers


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  • M

    Mister Michael

    Verified booking

    4.6

    8 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Insgesamt prima Ausflug, nur die Sitze im Bus sind für Menschen meiner Größe 1,90 Meter nicht wirklich bequem. Der Tourguide Ali war super, hatte umfangreiches Wissen mit uns geteilt, war nie langweilig. Das Mittagessen war sehr ansprechend und lecker. Bei einem vorherigen Ausflug nach Alanya mit Gondelbahn und Schifffahrt war das Essen eine Zumutung, nur mal nebenbei bemerkt.

  • M

    Monika

    Verified booking

    4.6

    8 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Die Reiseleiterin Gülbin war sehr freundlich, sehr kompetent und hat uns sehr gut und umfangreich informiert.

  • F

    Fam. Baum

    Verified booking

    5

    8 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Der Reiseleiter sprach hervorragend deutsch und war sehr freundlich und lustig.

  • R

    Ramona

    Verified booking

    5

    8 November 2025

    Travelled with family


    Wir wurden von Anfang bis Ende sehr freundlich empfangen und behandelt. Die Tour ist sehr interessant, man sieht und erfährt etwas von der Gegend, über die Pflanzenwelt, das Gebirge und die Menschen, die dort leben. Der Guide Ertan konnte uns viel erzählen, beantwortete Fragen und gab Tips. Ein toller Tag, danke!

  • G

    Gerhard

    Verified booking

    3.8

    8 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Die Tour ist empfehlenswert Reiseführung und Fahrt war gut. Das Essen entsprach nicht den Vorstellungen und war alles kalt. Getränke überteuert. Restaurantpersonal unfreundlich.

  • D

    Daniela

    Verified booking

    5

    4 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Es war alles super ! Vom Reiseleiter bis hin zum Busfahrer alles tipptopp! Wir würden es wieder buchen ??

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