Tour of Ormana and the Altrinbesik Caves in Antalya
People & Culture

Tour of Ormana and the Altrinbesik Caves in Antalya

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383 reviews
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$88.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

Based on our commitment to sustainable tourism, all National Geographic Day Tours meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria, and a portion of the proceeds from these tours goes back to the National Geographic Society to fund research and sustainable programs around the world.

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
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  • 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

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4.4 /5

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    RI

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    5

    November 18, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    Ein rundum richtig toller Ausflug. Rami ein top Reiseführer mit einem Wissen von unsagbaren Wert ?? Lohnenswert wirklich !!!

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    Frensch

    Verified booking

    4.2

    November 16, 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends


    Insgesamt schöner Ausflug, viel gesehen und erfahren. Kleine Gruppe ist ein riesen Vorteil.

  • A

    Andi M

    Verified booking

    4.2

    November 15, 2025

    Traveled with family


    4Leute auf ein Fahrzeug ist Mist.Maximal 2 ist ok für das Geld.Bissel mehr Gelände für das Geld wäre schön

  • M

    Michael

    Verified booking

    2.2

    November 13, 2025

    Solo traveler


    Nach pick up noch 2,5 Stunden andere Gasthotels angefahren, dann erst der 1,5 stündige Transfer zum Zielgebiet. Rückfahrt das selbe Problem, ca. 2 Stunden.

  • C

    Conny

    Verified booking

    5

    November 13, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    Die Tour wurde von einem sehr kompetenten Mitarbeiter begleitet,der ein hohes Wissen von Kultur und Historik hatte. Die Tour selber war sehr schön,nur wie immer bei solchen Touren, zu viel Verkaufsveranstaltung. Wir hätten lieber diese Zeit bei den Besichtigungen gehabt

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    Urlauber

    Verified booking

    1

    November 11, 2025

    Traveled as a couple


    Uns wurde die Tour als "Kleingruppentour" verkauft. Mit ca. 30 Personen ist das keine Kleingruppe. Auch wurde die "Höhlentour" angepriesen. Mitgeteilt wurde uns dann, dass die Höhlenbesichtigung höchsten 10 Minuten dauern würde. Das hörte sich beim Verkauf auch anders an. Der Ausflug wurde aus diesen Gründen u.a von uns abgebrochen. Der Leiter hat sich dann um Taxis für uns (wir waren nicht die Einzigen, die aus diesen Gründen abgebrochen haben) gekümmert. Das Taxi zurück mussten wir bez.