Top Side Historical Tours

We pick up the guests at 5:00 am by air-conditioned buses. First stop at Korkuteli Town for breakfast. We will have breakfast (our traditional meals) at a local restaurant. We continue to drive Salda Lake, when we arrive there we have 1 hour free time for swimming in ‘Naturel Mud Bath’ and taking photos in Salda lake. After Salda Lake we drive to Pamukkale. We will stop for lunch near Pamukkale. We will visit to Hierapolis Ancient City, Pamukkale Travertens and Ancient Roman Kleopatra Pool (It takes about 3-4 hours). We will have a short visit to Karahayit Hot Springs for swimming. We will be back at hotels about at 8-9 pm.

Venture off-road into the Taurus Mountains on a full-day jeep safari, including lunch and hotel transfers. Experience village life as you stop at mountain villages and visit a traditional Turkish teahouse along the way, then enjoy a prime view of the dramatic Manavgat Waterfall.

Manavgat makes a popular day trip from Side, but many tours only make a brief stop. This full-day tour includes a scenic cruise through the Manavgat delta, a delicious buffet lunch served on-board and free time to browse the stalls at the Manavgat bazaar. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Take a private boat cruise from Side to visit beautiful bays and enjoy the sun and the Mediterranean Sea. Includes lunch, cruise, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Swim in some of the best locations in Side with this trip. Splash in the lovely Kleopatra Beach and Apollo Bay or, for visitors who prefer fresh water,  the mouth of the Manavgat River is a refreshing option. Later, enjoy the view from the ancient temple of Apollo. Combining swimming and cruising makes for an active and relaxing day. And for visitors who need to take a break, there’s entertainment and food onboard to keep everyone happy.

Visit Alanya and see its highlights on a full-day tour from Side. Visit top attractions including the medieval fortress (Ic Kale), Alanya Castle, Damlatas Cave, and Cleopatra Beach. Then take a sightseeing cruise before heading to the Dim River for lunch. Wind down with a look at the bazaar in the city center. Includes lunch, cruise, entrance fees, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Known for its dramatic canyons, turquoise waters, and ancient landmarks, the Koprucay River area is host to some of Turkey’s most spectacular scenery—and an all-terrain-vehicle tour let you get up close and personal with the sights. Following hotel pickup, travel in an air-conditioned coach to the ATV center, where you’ll receive an introduction to your vehicle. Then, set off: during your 12-mile (20-kilometer) loop, you’ll immerse yourself in nature, will enjoy an intrepid way to explore, and will even stop to cool off in the river.

Make a ‘splash’ during your visit to Side thanks to this 8-hour white-water rafting adventure with included lunch. Paddle downstream for 8 miles (13 kilometers) along the torrents and rapids that carve through scenic Koprulu Canyon, celebrating at the end with a mid-day meal. All rafting gear is included, and optional photos and videos of your excursion are available for purchase.

Ride a horse through the Turkish countryside on a trail ride, and explore a scenic landscape with an experienced guide. Enjoy from one or two hours of time on horseback, choosing between a route on the beach and a trail through the forest. This riding excursion includes all equipment and round-trip transport from Side hotels, and it’s well suited to both beginning and experienced riders. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

Set sail from Side for a full day at sea and soak up the stunning scenery of the Mediterranean as you cruise out to Dolphins Island and the beaches of the Manavgat river. There will be plenty of opportunities to swim, snorkel and sunbathe along the way, and if you’re lucky, the chance to spot dolphins in their natural environment.

Get your pulse racing on a canyoning and white water rafting day trip from Side and other resorts. Travel to the Koprulu Canyon and enjoy a guided canyoning adventure. Clamber over rocks, splash through streams, and descend rock slides. At the main river, board a raft to paddle through calm waters and churning rapids. Upgrade to try a rope slide or high water jump during your canyoning. Outdoor lunch, equipment, and return hotel transfers included.

Visiting the Turkish Riviera isn’t only about sun, sea, and sand — the Mediterranean coast is also home to some incredible historic sites. On this full-day tour from Side, follow the trail of St Nicolas in Demre, admire the ancient Lycian tombs of Myra, and cruise out to the sunken island of Kekova. Hotel pickup and lunch is included.

Pamukkale means ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish – and you'll see why as soon as you set eyes upon its magical landscape. Heading deep into the Anatolian countryside, you’ll also visit Hierapolis, Lake Salda and Cleopatra’s Pool. Leaving Antalya early in the morning, you’ll arrive at Lake Salda Lake after a few hours’ scenic drive. It’s been compared to the Maldives for its long beaches and multi-toned blue waters. You’ll have free time to wander around and savour the beauty of the location You’ll then head to Pamukkale for lunch. Afterwards, catch a peek of the bright white terraces before exploring the ruins of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then let off steam with a dip in Cleopatra’s Ancient Pool, where you swim among ancient ruins, before dinner in a forest restaurant on the way back.

The fairy chimney valleys of Cappadocia are among Turkey’s must-see sights and lie about a 6-hour drive from the Turquoise Coast. With this tour, take in the highlights on an overnight tour, stopping to visit the Mevlana Museum of Konya along the way. During your stay, visit Kaymakli Underground City, explore Goreme Open-Air Museum, and enjoy magnificent views of the valleys.

Capture timeless photos of Manavgat’s vivid Green Canyon (also known as Green Lake) on this convenient guided tour with round-trip transfers direct from your Side hotel. Visit Manavgat’s mosque, waterfall, and river (a small cash charge applies for waterfall access), tour the ruins of ancient Seleukia, and soak up views from Oymapinar Dam. Finally, spend the afternoon fishing, canoeing, cruising, and eating on the Green Canyon waters.

Tick off two of Turkey’s UNESCO-listed wonders on this full-day tour from Side. Marvel at the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, take a dip in the mineral-rich thermal waters, and bathe in Cleopatra's Pool (extra cost), then explore the ancient ruins of Hierapolis. Tour includes hotel pickup, lunch, and entrance fees.

Soak up the highlights of Alanya, one of the liveliest resorts of the Turkish Riviera, on this full-day tour from Side, including hotel pick-up and lunch. Start with a comprehensive sightseeing tour of the city, visiting Alanya Castle, Cleopatra beach, Damlatas Cave and the Red Tower, then head to Alanya Harbor for a 1-hour cruise around the bay and finish with lunch on the banks of the Dimcay River.

• Visit the old town of Antalya called Kaleici • See the gate of Hadrian, the Clock Tower, Fluted Minaret, Palm Street and the ancient harbor • Go to ‘Yeni Halk Pazari’ with it's many local shops • See wonderful examples of Ottoman architecture • 5 hours free time in old town of Antalya city

Visit Istanbul on a day-trip from Side that includes round-trip flights, a guided tour of the city’s highlights, and all airport transfers. Step into the world of the Ottoman sultans at Topkapi Palace, see the landmarks of the old city, and practice your bargaining skills at the Egyptian Bazaar. This full-day tour offers a convenient, cost-effective way to see Istanbul while you’re visiting Turkey’s Mediterranean coast.

Your full day excursion begins in the early morning when you’re picked up at your hotel and begin the drive to Pamukkale. After a lunch break you’ll visit the cascading snow-white terraced cliffs of this mysterious Cotton Palace. The calcite-laden waters that had created this unreal landscape come from springs located in a 200-meter high cliff that overlooks the plain. Marvel at the mineral forests, petrified waterfalls and the series of terraced basins created by these waters. At the end of the 2nd century B.C. the kings of Pergamon established the thermal spa of Hierapolis. The ruins of the baths, temples and other Greek monuments can be seen at the site. The temples were significant trade centers for ancient Hierapolis. See the Roman theater, the Apollo temple, Roman baths, fountains and the agora. After the tour, have a chance to swim in thermal pools. An additional option is to swim in Cleopatra’s Pool, for an extra fee.

In Alanya you can find everything you could want: two beautiful beaches, a picturesque marina, inexpensive shopping opportunities, sights such as the castle high on a rocky outcrop, the Seljuk shipyard, the stalactite cave below the castle hill, an exciting night life and a lively one Bazaar. You can't get bored in Alanya.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period! * You will be guided by a local charismatic guide * You will hear the romantic legends of the city * You will visit the charming places

Sample the magic of Cappadocia on a 2-days or 3-days tour with your family from Side. Your varied itinerary includes a visit to the Saratli underground city, Uchisar Castle, and Cavusin village, as well as plenty of photos, stops to capture the fairy chimneys of Devrent Pasabag and Lovers valleys, and the iconic Three Beauties in Urgup. For the ultimate view, enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s dream-like landscapes.

The special thing about this excursion is that you are only 50 km away from the south coast and suddenly you are in a completely different world. Inflatable boat trip in the Altınbeşik stalactite cave, the button houses of Ormana and the beautiful wild horses and the Turkish cuisine in Ormana are a must!