OVERVIEW - TURKEY MOUNTAIN BIKING TOURS
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Our Turkey mountain bike tours take us through the heart of one of Turkey's most impressive and unusual regions. Cappadocia is a land of underground cities and Roman ruins, deep canyons and snow-capped mountains, fairy chimneys (unique rock formations) and stone villages. We'll explore this region via winding trails that take us along rivers, into canyons, over small mountain passes, and through traditional farming villages. With about 80% of our trails off-road, we're able to get off the beaten path to explore the 'real' Turkey, while still taking in Cappadocia's most famous sights. At the end of each day we'll reward ourselves with stunning accommodation (including a luxury cave hotel that dates back to the 5th century) and delicious Turkish cuisine. Thanks to full van support, this 8-day tour is suitable for most riders, although you should have some prior mountain biking experience.
Additional departures are available, if you are interested in this trip please email us.
INSTRUCTION - OUR MOUNTAIN BIKE TRIPS' INSTRUCTION
Our Turkey mountain biking tours are especially suited to those who have some experience mountain biking, including advanced beginners, intermediates and advanced bikers. Our expert instructors will provide you with all the skills and knowledge you need to enjoy the sport of mountain biking and to develop your riding technique, your confidence, and your technical knowledge. You'll have the chance to learn such skills as: climbing, descending, cornering, balance, and weight distribution. For those who are interested, our instructors will also teach you the basics of bike mechanics, maintenance and repairs.
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ITINERARY - TURKEY BICYCLE TOURS
DAY 1: Our Turkey mountain biking tour beginsPick-up from Kayseri or Nevsehir airports. Explore historic village. Dinner & cave hotel in Urgup.
DAY 2: Terraced farmland & vineyardsWarm-up ride along picturesque stream, lush farmland & tiny villages. Lunch in traditional farming village. Easy downhill ride home through vineyards. Dinner & cave hotel in Urgup.
DAY 3: Sleepy villages & ancient Roman cityCycle along picturesque stream to ancient Roman City. Return to Urgup via Love Valley, pass sleepy village carved into rock face. Dinner & cave hotel in Urgup.
DAY 4: Off-the-beaten track villagesHead into countryside past quaint farming villages & rock churches carved into cliffs. End in Soganli, one of region's oldest settlements. Dinner & cave hotel in Urgup.
DAY 5: Explore underground cityRide to underground city of Derinkuyu, maze of rooms & tunnels seven layers deep. Afternoon ride through countryside then van transfer to Guzelyurt, town of stone houses, fairy chimneys & snow-capped peaks. Charming guesthouse.
DAY 6: Casual day in GuzelyurtEnjoy a casual ride around town. Explore lively village streets and historic landmarks. Charming guesthouse.
DAY 7: The Turkish Grand CanyonRiding in Ihlara Canyon, the 'Turkish Grand Canyon'. Deep green river & soaring red cliffs. Afternoon ride up mountain pass. Long, fun downhill ride. Walk in the valley. Transfer to cave hotel in Uchisar.
DAY 8: World Heritage Ruins & The Valley of the Fairy ChimneysVisit Cappadocia's most famous sight, the Goreme Open-Air Museum. Bike to magical village set in honeycomb cliffs. Return via fairy chimney rock formations of Devrent Valley. Transfer to airport for evening flight to Istanbul.
Please note: This itinerary is designed to give you an idea of what to expect during our trip but it is not set in stone. What we actually do on a given day is flexible and is tailored to weather conditions and the interests and abilities of the group.
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Duration8 Days
Dates| May - Oct |  |
Prices from| USD 2190 | |
Skill levelBeg - Adv
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Our Cappadocia mountain biking tours are ideal for those who have some experience mountain biking, but the trails are not technically difficult and there is full vehicle support (in case you get tired!). They're also ideal for experienced bikers who are looking for an incredible scenic & cultural off-road journey. Those who enjoy ancient villages & rich history will love this trip.
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| * | Off-the-beaten track journey (80% off-road) through one of Turkey's most fascinating regions | | * | Visit underground towns, World Heritage ruins & Roman City | | * | Unique scenery including fairy chimneys, Turkey's 'Grand Canyon,' vineyards & snow-capped mountains | | * | Unforgettable "cave room" accommodation & traditional Turkish cuisine |
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Trails80% off-road trails, fun downhills & uphill with van support
Instructor to Guest Ratio1:5
Max Group Size16
Accommodation5 nights unique cave hotel & 2 nights charming guesthouse
FoodAll meals included
Travel InfoImportant flight, insurance and equipment information
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Jonathan & Tracey (USA): Extremely well organized by Mehmet. Great places to stay, especially the sacred house hotel. Thoughtfully constructed days on the bike, but very flexible to anything we wanted to do. Our guide, Mehmet, was simply fantastic and above all expectations, He went above and beyond on every occasion, he knew his material, had perfect english, was fun to be with and was very focused on our enjoyment of the trip.
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