Horseback Riding in Alanya: Forest and Coastal Trails

Ride forests and hillsides instead of watching them pass

Horseback riding in Alanya takes you through lush forests, hills and coastal trails on calm, trained horses with a professional guide. The experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off, pre-ride instruction for all levels, and visits to local villages or historical sites along the way. Three hours total, with approximately one hour spent riding.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horse Riding Through Nature and Culture

• Meet expert guides
• Ride through forests and hills
• Explore coastal scenery
• Visit local villages or historical sites
• Enjoy calm, trained horses

The experience

How much of the ride is actually in the saddle? About one hour: the remaining time covers hotel pickup, the ride itself, and drop-off back to your hotel. The timing varies depending on where you're staying and traffic, but the operator builds the full three-hour window around it. You'll get instruction before mounting, so first-time riders aren't left to figure it out alone.

The horses are trained for mixed ability levels, which means you're not holding back an experienced group or scrambling to keep up. The guide handles safety and shares local knowledge as you move through the landscape. Routes pass through forests and hills with views toward the coast, and many rides include a stop at a local village or historical site. The specific route depends on conditions and your group's pace.

Pickup happens at your Alanya hotel. The operator speaks English, Russian or Turkish. Public transportation is available nearby if you prefer to meet at a central point instead. The ride suits both adults and children, though it's not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with spinal injuries.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off transfer.
• horse and saddle.
• professional guide for the duration.
• pre-ride instruction for all levels.

Before you book

Lasts 3h, runs every day, 7 start times, from US$ 63 per person, with a live guide in English, Russian and Turkish, in groups of up to 15 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 16:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Russian and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by LOVELY TRAVEL

Is this one for you?The three-hour block includes travel time to and from your hotel, leaving roughly one hour in the saddle. If you're fitting this into a morning or afternoon alongside other activities in Alanya, plan for the full window rather than just the riding portion.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Russian and Turkish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How do I know if I can ride if I've never been on a horse before?

The experience is designed for beginners and experienced riders both. Instructions are provided before the ride, and the horses are calm and trained for mixed abilities. First-time riders should mention their experience level when booking so the guide can match you with an appropriate horse and route.

What's included in the three-hour time slot?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, the ride itself (about one hour), pre-ride instruction, guidance from a professional, and the horse. The remaining time accounts for travel to and from your hotel, which varies by location and traffic.

Will we visit villages or historical sites, or is it just riding?

Many rides include a stop at a local village or historical site along the route. The specific stops depend on the trail chosen and your group's pace, so ask when you book which route you'll be taking.

Can I arrange my own way to the starting point instead of hotel pickup?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby. You can meet the operator at a central location if that works better for your schedule.