Our Destinations
Why travelling with Randocheval ?
TURKEY : RIDING STAY AND TRAIL ON THE SOUTH COAST OF TURKEY NEAR ANTALYA...
Itinerary - Extensions - Horses and required riding level
Guiding - Accommodation - Dates and rates - More infos / booking
Guiding - Accommodation - Dates and rates - More infos / booking
Near the most beautiful coast of Turkey, close to
Antalya, at the foot of the Toros Mountains, we suggest two kinds of riding
holidays : an itinerant ride in the Toros Mountains, but also riding holidays at the ranch, more flexible, a good opportunity for those who are looking for a combination of horse riding and relaxing. |
 |
We provide also 4 riding tours in Cappadocia area with its unique landscape.
ITINERARY
Itinerant ride in the Toros Mountains
This ride takes place in the Toros montains. We ride in the surroundings of mount Tahtali (alt. 2365 m) in an average altitude of 1000 m (3280 ft) which allows us to offer this ride in summer as the temperatures are generally 5-7°C degrees lower than down in the valley. On the trail, you will sleep for 3 nights in the mountains and 4 nights at the ranch.
Day 1- Saturday
You are expected at Antalya airport by our team who will drive you to the ranch (app. 1 hour drive). After check in you will have a welcoming cocktail and a visit of the ranch.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
Day 2 - Sunday
After breakfast, introduction with the horses and the team of riders. The guides will divide the riders into groups depending on their riding level, then you leave for a first ride in the surrounding pine forests where you will have lunch picnic. You will be back to the ranch in the middle of the afternoon and have time to enjoy the swimming pool, the tennis court or go to the beach.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
App. 5 hours riding.
Day 3 - Monday
This morning, we leave the ranch and head towards the village of Yayla Kuzdere. We go by Kesme Bogazi ravine and walk along Tahtali mountain.
Tonight, we taste a traditional Turkish dinner and spend the night in a typical house of the village.
App. 6 hours riding.
Day 4 - Tuesday
After a typical Turkish breakfast, we take our horses and ride to Toros Mountains, 1500m high. Going up in the mountains, we enjoy a wonderful view point on the Mediterranean Sea. We stop tonight at Cukurca village.
App. 6 hours riding.
Day 5 - Wednesday
After breakfast, we ride to the village of Gedelma, located on a plateau. This village is rich in History. We can visit the different sites in the afternoon : a 2500 years old tree, an ancient cave, a castle and a nomadic camp.
Dinner and night at the village.
App. 7 hours riding.
Day 6 - Thursday
Today, we go back to the ranch, through Kesme valley surrounded by pine forests. On our way, we stop near Agva river to have lunch and we take advantage of this stop to freshen ourselves up in the cold waters of the river.
Once we arrive at the ranch, we have some time to rest and enjoy other activities before dinner.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
App. 5 hours riding.
Day 7 - Friday
For this last day, we go on horseback to Alacasu, on a path winding through a pine forest. This bay is the perfect place, if the weather is nice, to try to bath with our horses in the clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. We stay there for lunch and then go back to the ranch, where we can have a swim in the swimming pool before dinner.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
App. 5 hours riding.
Day 8 - Saturday
Departure day. After breakfast it is time to say goodbye to the horses and guides, and leave for the airport.
Ranch riding stay
Every day, go on horseback on stationary rides around the ranch.
We can discover varied itineraries in the forest, around the mythical Olympus Mountains, on altitude paths and on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
These trail rides offer so many historical sites and breathtaking view points. We take some time to visit traditional villages in the mountains, to bath on one of the most beautiful beaches of the region, to explore the pine forests and climb Tahtali Mountain.
It is also possible to enjoy a sun bath on the beaches of Phaselis City of Hellenistic, where can be found many remains of Roman architecture.
These itineraries are made to spend 28 hours a week on horseback, average 4 hours a day.
Apart from the equestrian activity, we can spend our spare time in the swimming pool. Bicycles are available, but we can also discover the region on foot. During our stay at the ranch, we have many opportunities to taste the Mediterranean food.
Non-riders are welcome on this destination, as many activities are available for them directly at the ranch (tennis, swimming pool...) and they can meet the riders at meal time and during the half-days the riders will not be on horseback.
Important information : The program of each day for the itinerant ride and the riding holidays is given as an example.
It can be modified for meteorological reasons, or be adapted to the riders wishes and level.
This ride takes place in the Toros montains. We ride in the surroundings of mount Tahtali (alt. 2365 m) in an average altitude of 1000 m (3280 ft) which allows us to offer this ride in summer as the temperatures are generally 5-7°C degrees lower than down in the valley. On the trail, you will sleep for 3 nights in the mountains and 4 nights at the ranch.
Day 1- Saturday
You are expected at Antalya airport by our team who will drive you to the ranch (app. 1 hour drive). After check in you will have a welcoming cocktail and a visit of the ranch.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
Day 2 - Sunday
After breakfast, introduction with the horses and the team of riders. The guides will divide the riders into groups depending on their riding level, then you leave for a first ride in the surrounding pine forests where you will have lunch picnic. You will be back to the ranch in the middle of the afternoon and have time to enjoy the swimming pool, the tennis court or go to the beach.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
App. 5 hours riding.
Day 3 - Monday
This morning, we leave the ranch and head towards the village of Yayla Kuzdere. We go by Kesme Bogazi ravine and walk along Tahtali mountain.
Tonight, we taste a traditional Turkish dinner and spend the night in a typical house of the village.
App. 6 hours riding.
Day 4 - Tuesday
After a typical Turkish breakfast, we take our horses and ride to Toros Mountains, 1500m high. Going up in the mountains, we enjoy a wonderful view point on the Mediterranean Sea. We stop tonight at Cukurca village.
App. 6 hours riding.
Day 5 - Wednesday
After breakfast, we ride to the village of Gedelma, located on a plateau. This village is rich in History. We can visit the different sites in the afternoon : a 2500 years old tree, an ancient cave, a castle and a nomadic camp.
Dinner and night at the village.
App. 7 hours riding.
Day 6 - Thursday
Today, we go back to the ranch, through Kesme valley surrounded by pine forests. On our way, we stop near Agva river to have lunch and we take advantage of this stop to freshen ourselves up in the cold waters of the river.
Once we arrive at the ranch, we have some time to rest and enjoy other activities before dinner.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
App. 5 hours riding.
Day 7 - Friday
For this last day, we go on horseback to Alacasu, on a path winding through a pine forest. This bay is the perfect place, if the weather is nice, to try to bath with our horses in the clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. We stay there for lunch and then go back to the ranch, where we can have a swim in the swimming pool before dinner.
Dinner and night at the ranch.
App. 5 hours riding.
Day 8 - Saturday
Departure day. After breakfast it is time to say goodbye to the horses and guides, and leave for the airport.
 |
 |
Ranch riding stay
Every day, go on horseback on stationary rides around the ranch.
We can discover varied itineraries in the forest, around the mythical Olympus Mountains, on altitude paths and on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
These trail rides offer so many historical sites and breathtaking view points. We take some time to visit traditional villages in the mountains, to bath on one of the most beautiful beaches of the region, to explore the pine forests and climb Tahtali Mountain.
It is also possible to enjoy a sun bath on the beaches of Phaselis City of Hellenistic, where can be found many remains of Roman architecture.
These itineraries are made to spend 28 hours a week on horseback, average 4 hours a day.
Apart from the equestrian activity, we can spend our spare time in the swimming pool. Bicycles are available, but we can also discover the region on foot. During our stay at the ranch, we have many opportunities to taste the Mediterranean food.
Non-riders are welcome on this destination, as many activities are available for them directly at the ranch (tennis, swimming pool...) and they can meet the riders at meal time and during the half-days the riders will not be on horseback.
 |
 |
Important information : The program of each day for the itinerant ride and the riding holidays is given as an example.
It can be modified for meteorological reasons, or be adapted to the riders wishes and level.
EXTEND YOUR TRIP
If you want to extend your trip and visit Istanbul, we suggest a three nights extension, accommodation in three-star hotel (local standards) in the town centre, breakfast and return transfers to the airport included.
This short stay in Istanbul is an opportunity to discover the important History of this ancient capital city of the Ottoman Empire : Saint Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, Bosphore shores...
Rates of this short stay in Istanbul.
For riders, it is possible to combine these riding holidays on the South Coast of Turkey with our trail rides in Cappadocia, near Avanos. It is an opportunity to discover a totally different region of Turkey, rich with unique landscapes.
This short stay in Istanbul is an opportunity to discover the important History of this ancient capital city of the Ottoman Empire : Saint Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, Bosphore shores...
Rates of this short stay in Istanbul.
For riders, it is possible to combine these riding holidays on the South Coast of Turkey with our trail rides in Cappadocia, near Avanos. It is an opportunity to discover a totally different region of Turkey, rich with unique landscapes.
 |
 |
HORSES AND REQUIRED RIDING LEVEL
 |
Horses The ranch has about 30 horses. Most of them are Arabian or Barb horses, but some are Haflingers, Pintos, Turkish horses... You will certainly find the perfect horse for you ! Indeed, these horses are well trained for all level and all ages of riders. |
 |
Tack We use English or trail riding style saddles. Saddlepads are provided. |
Required riding level
The riding holidays are adapted to all levels of riders (from beginner to advanced rider).
On the itinerant ride, you should be comfortable at all gaits and know how to ride outdoor.
Useful information
Maximum weight and height: 90kg - 1.90m
Accompanied minors are welcome from 7 years old on the riding holidays at the ranch, and from 12 years old, if they are good riders, on the itinerant ride.
You must wear an helmet for all equestrian activities at the ranch. Helmets can be lent at the ranch.
YOUR GUIDES
 |
We are accompanied by a guide speaking Turkish and English. When we prepare the horses, a whole team is at our disposal if we need some help. |
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation
On the itinerant ride, we stay at the ranch on nights 1, 2, 6 and 7. Nights 3, 4 and 5 are spent in typical guesthouses.
On the riding holidays at the ranch, all nights are spent at the ranch.
There are 26 rooms, 4 with double beds and 22 with twin beds. It is possible to add an extra bed in each room.
In each room, you will find a private bathroom with shower, phone, TV, air conditioning.
You can also stay in two 61m² flats with kitchen, fridge (please consult us for the special rate of this accommodation).
At the ranch, there are a swimming pool, a tennis court, a sport arena and five bicycles. These equipments are for free.
Extra activities can be organised at the ranch (to pay directly at the ranch) : thalassotherapy, hammam, rafting, 4-wheel safari, snorkelling, water skiing, touristic sites...
Catering
On the itinerant ride and the riding holidays at the ranch, breakfasts and lunches are included.
A full breakfast is served every morning.
At lunch, packed lunches are taken outdoor (full sandwich, drink and fruit), or at the ranch (snack : spaghettis, salad or hamburger).
Dinners are not included and can be taken in the different restaurants of the ranch. A complete menu presents full and varied meals everyday (about 15€ per meal, per person, drinks not-included).
 |
 |
DATES AND RATES
| Riding trail in Taurus Mountains 2011 | ||
| Departures each saturday from April to November | 790 € |
available |
| Riding holidays at the ranch 2012 | ||
| "A la carte" departure from April to November | 700 € |
available |
Option for riding trail and riding stay :
- Single room supplement : 200 € (mandatory for any person booking alone)
- Non-rider rate: 310 € (accommodation and breakfasts included)
RATE INCLUDING
- the stay as described breakfast and lunches included (lunches not included for non-riders),
- dinners on days 3, 4 and 5 on the itinerant ride,
- return transfer from Antalya Airport
- the financial guarantee of all deposits sent to Randocheval.
- dinners on days 3, 4 and 5 on the itinerant ride,
- return transfer from Antalya Airport
- the financial guarantee of all deposits sent to Randocheval.
RATE NOT INCLUDING
- flights to Antalya, please contact us to check the best available
rate from your country,
- drinks,
- dinners (except on days 3, 4 and 5 on the itinerant ride)
- lunches for non-riders (7 to 15€ per meal, per person),
- extra optional activities,
- extra riding lessons at the ranch,
- tips,
- personal expenses,
- the organization of a possible visit of the country before or after the trail,
- any other services,
- optional insurance: more informations.
Option
Including 3 nights in 3* hotel (local standards), breakfasts and return transfers to the airport Ataturk. If you land at Sabiha Gokcen airport, 40€ supplement per person are needed.
Not including : lunches and dinners, visits, personal expenses, supplements for return transfers from Sabiha Gokcen airport if needed.
- drinks,
- dinners (except on days 3, 4 and 5 on the itinerant ride)
- lunches for non-riders (7 to 15€ per meal, per person),
- extra optional activities,
- extra riding lessons at the ranch,
- tips,
- personal expenses,
- the organization of a possible visit of the country before or after the trail,
- any other services,
- optional insurance: more informations.
Option
| 2012 - Extension in Istanbul - 4 days / 3 nights | |
| Double room/per person | 240 € |
| Individual room | 330 € |
Including 3 nights in 3* hotel (local standards), breakfasts and return transfers to the airport Ataturk. If you land at Sabiha Gokcen airport, 40€ supplement per person are needed.
Not including : lunches and dinners, visits, personal expenses, supplements for return transfers from Sabiha Gokcen airport if needed.
BOOKING - INFORMATION
Contact Chloé for any enquiry !
PRACTICAL INFORMATIONS
COUNTRY
Turkey (Antalya)
LENGTH
Riding trail in the Toros Mountains : 8 days / 7
nights / 6 days on horseback, 5 to 6 hours on horseback daily.
Riding holidays : 8 days / 7 nights / 6 days on horseback, 4 hours on horseback daily.
Riding holidays : 8 days / 7 nights / 6 days on horseback, 4 hours on horseback daily.
LANGUAGE
English, German, Russian.
GROUP SIZE
From 1 to 15 riders for the riding holidays. Generally, 2 groups are created.
From 4 to 8 riders for the itinerant ride.
ACCESS
Flights to Antalya airport.
CLIMATE
The climate is Mediterranean, but more temperate than in France. As this coast is south-facing, it is protected from the winds.
The best periods to go there are April, May, June, September and October, even if the rain may fall sometimes in April and October.
During summer, it can be really hot, with temperature above 40°C but tempered by the mountains where we ride somedays.
The best periods to go there are April, May, June, September and October, even if the rain may fall sometimes in April and October.
During summer, it can be really hot, with temperature above 40°C but tempered by the mountains where we ride somedays.
Formalities
Please check with your local ambassy.
Vaccination - health
No specific vaccinations. Don't forget your repatriation insurance. We recommand to be update of usual vaccination, and especially tetanus..
Please check with your local ambassy.
Vaccination - health
No specific vaccinations. Don't forget your repatriation insurance. We recommand to be update of usual vaccination, and especially tetanus..
REFERENCE :
CH128-turquie-antalya-en
