This is your chance to ride through Alanya’s Taurus Mountains by jeep, visit a traditional village with a local guide, and unwind beside the Dimcay River for lunch. Swim in clear water or just relax on shaded platforms—this day trip mixes adventure with real Turkish hospitality.
“Splash me if you dare!” our guide grinned, handing out cold water bottles as we bounced along the dusty track. The sun was already working hard, and the open-top jeeps made every breeze feel like a small reward. We stopped at a lookout above Alanya—just long enough for everyone to snap photos and catch the faint smell of pine drifting up from below.
Our next stop was a quiet Turkish village tucked between olive trees and stone walls. Kids waved from a distance, and our guide explained how families here still bake bread in wood ovens. We stepped inside a small mosque, shoes off, where the cool floor felt good after the heat outside. Listening to our guide talk about daily prayers made it all feel more real than anything I’d read before.
By midday, we rolled down toward the Dimcay River. The air changed—suddenly cooler, with a hint of damp earth. Lunch was served on low wooden platforms right above the water; some people stretched out on cushions while others dipped their feet in. I couldn’t resist a quick swim—the river was icy but refreshing, and laughter from kids on the waterslides echoed across the rocks.
Yes, families often join this tour. There are waterslides at Dimcay River for kids, but keep in mind some bumpy roads during the jeep ride.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, swimwear if you want to swim in the river or pool, and maybe a towel. Water is provided during the drive.
The tour usually starts around 9 AM and returns mid-afternoon—expect about 6-7 hours including all stops and lunch.
Yes, buffet-style lunch by the Dimcay River is included in your booking.
Your experience covers hotel pickup and drop-off so you don’t have to worry about transport, plus a friendly driver-guide who shares stories along the way. Lunch by the Dimcay River is included too—and when you’re ready to cool off, there’s time for swimming or just relaxing by the water before heading back.
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