Horseback Riding in Fethiye: Mountain Trails & Kayaköy Views

You'll reach Kayaköy's ridge and see Ölüdeniz spread below you. Something the ground-level town never shows.

Horseback riding in Fethiye on mountain trails and through the Levissi countryside, with hotel pickup and a local guide, suitable for all riding abilities. The ride lasts three hours and covers terrain from charming old Greek houses to panoramic viewpoints. Hard hats and horses matched to your experience level are provided. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horse Riding Adventure in Fethiye

• Hotel pickup to meeting point
• Informational meeting about riding
• Horseback riding tour through Fethiye
• Return to meeting point
• Transfer back to hotel

The experience

You get picked up from your hotel at your chosen time and driven to the meeting point, where the guide gives a short briefing on the track and what to expect on horseback. Horses are matched to your ability: beginners and experienced riders both go out on the same ride, and no prior experience is necessary. Hard hats are provided.

The ride itself covers three hours through Fethiye's mountain landscape. You'll pass the charming old Greek houses of Levissi and climb to Kayaköy, where the ridge opens up views across Ölüdeniz. The guide shares local history and points out the natural features as you go. This is not a lesson or a walk. You're riding the whole time, and the pace and terrain are built to work for mixed abilities on the same group.

After the ride ends, you return to the meeting point and get driven back to your hotel. The whole outing, from pickup to drop-off, takes a morning or afternoon session. Shared transfer covers Calis, Fethiye, Hisaronu, Oludeniz and Ovacik.

What’s included

• Local guide in English.
• round-trip shared transfer from your hotel.
• hard hat.
• horse matched to your ability.
• three hours of riding through the Fethiye countryside and up to Kayaköy.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00 and 15:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15 · max 5 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for back problems

Operated by Arbek Travel

Is this one for you?Three hours on horseback leaves room for another activity or a meal elsewhere in Fethiye the same day, but not for a second full outing. Choose this if you want to ride the landscape rather than watch it pass, and if morning or afternoon fits your schedule better than a full-day commitment.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

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.

Can I do this ride if I've never been on a horse before?

Yes. Horses are matched to your ability level, and no experience is necessary. The guide provides instruction and support throughout the ride, and the terrain is designed to work for mixed abilities in the same group.

What's the difference between the morning and afternoon departures?

Both follow the same route and last three hours. Morning and afternoon are simply the time slots available. You choose whichever fits the rest of your day in Fethiye.

What do I see from the top at Kayaköy?

Kayaköy sits on a ridge with panoramic views across Ölüdeniz. You'll also ride past the old Greek houses of Levissi on the way up, which are part of the local history the guide explains.

Is the transfer included, or do I need to arrange my own way to the meeting point?

Round-trip shared transfer from your hotel is included. Pickup covers Calis, Fethiye, Hisaronu, Oludeniz and Ovacik. The driver collects you at your chosen session time and brings you back after the ride.

What if I'm worried about the physical demands?

The ride lasts three hours and covers mountain terrain, so a moderate level of fitness helps. Hard hats are provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. If you have spinal injuries, this ride is not recommended.