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
366 reviews
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£66.00
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
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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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    ********** 62

    Verified booking

    4.2

    2 November 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends


    Der Ausflug war sehr interessant, man hat noch einiges über Pflanzen und Kultur erfahren

  • R

    Reinhard und Renate

    Verified booking

    4.6

    1 November 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Der Reiseführer hat sehr viel über die Türkei und die Gegend in der wir unterwegs waren erzählt. Wir konnten alles fragen, hatte immer eine Antwort! Eigentlich sollten wir mit einer kleinen Gruppe fahren , hatten aber dann doch einen großen Bus. Dadurch hat alles länger gedauert.

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    Strüben

    Verified booking

    1.4

    1 November 2025

    Travelled with family


    Der Bus war für solch eine lange Fahrt (ca. 4 Std. im Bus verbracht) nicht geeignet. Der Guide war über die Lautsprecheranlage nicht zu verstehen. Wir waren statt mit max. 16(Kleingruppenausflug) mit 32 Personen unterwegs! Die Lüftung im Bus war eine Katastrophe! In der Höhle und bei den Wildpferden vor Ort, gab es keinerlei Informationen. Das war eine ganz schlechte Tour aus der man mit Sicherheit etwas machen könnte. So war das nichts! Der Preis dafür ist mit nichts zu rechtfertigen!

  • A

    Andrea und Monja

    Verified booking

    4.6

    1 November 2025

    Travelled with family


    Da der Guide nicht von Anfang an dabei war, war es etwas unangenehm das der Fahrer einfach 10min später kam und kommentarlos, ohne Begrüßung anhielt. Er sah aus wie ein klassischer Dolmus. Auf Nachfrage meinte er nur "Ormana". Wir fragten ob es sich um den Tagesausflug handele und er erwiderte erneut "Ormana" . Daraufhin fragten wir die Mitfahrer im Bus, welche dann bestätigten das es sich um den Ausflug handele.

  • M

    Marlene

    Verified booking

    4.6

    1 November 2025

    Travelled with family


    Ich habe fest gestellt das die Tour über Up 5 Euro preiswerter ist als das was ich gezahlt habe. Ich habe 80 Euro im Hotel beim Betreuer von TUI bezahlt. Bin ich aber erst später drauf gestoßen. Sonst was der Programm super. Mann sollte in der Up vielleicht erwähnen das Hotel Gäste aus anderen Hotel eingesammelt werden und man sich daher auf ne zeitintensiver fahrt einstellen sollte. Der Guide war super hat viel erzählt.

  • C

    Chrischi

    Verified booking

    5

    1 November 2025

    Solo traveller


    Ali war der beste Reiseleiter, den ich je hatte. Er hat ein unglaubliches Wissen und brachte alles gut rüber ohne zu langweilen. Man konnte ihm nur gespannt zu hören. Ein interessanter Ausflug, den ich irgend wann einmal wieder machen würde

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