Mount Bozdağ Private Hiking Tour from Izmir: 2,159-meter Peak

Climb Izmir's highest peak and descend through oak and pine forest in a single day.

This 12-hour private hiking tour climbs Mount Bozdağ (2,159 meters), Izmir's highest peak and the Aegean Region's third-highest, starting from Bozdağ village at 1,150 meters. A guide in English or Turkish leads the ascent through forest, then open terrain with views, to the summit and back down the same route. The tour includes vehicle pickup from Izmir, bottled water, snacks, coffee or tea, walking sticks and a helmet. The 1,000-meter elevation gain suits all fitness levels but is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.

The experience

If you're staying in Izmir without a car or planning a full-day hike on your first visit, this tour handles the logistics: pickup from your hotel, the drive to Bozdağ village at 1,150 meters, and the return to Izmir afterward. The hike itself follows a single route up and down, so there's no navigation to manage. Just the climb. You start in a forest of oak, pine and chestnut trees, then emerge into open terrain where the views expand as you gain altitude. The summit sits at 2,159 meters.

The 1,000-meter elevation gain is the real measure of the day. You'll climb for several hours, rest at the top, then descend the same path back through the forest to the village. A guide in your choice of English or Turkish paces the group and points out the landscape. The operator provides walking sticks, a helmet, bottled water and snacks along the way, plus coffee or tea in the village during the break. The full outing runs 12 hours door-to-door.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Izmir and return transport.
• a guide in English or Turkish.
• bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• walking sticks and helmet.
• coffee and tea during the village break.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (9 to 90 years) · Under 9: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

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 12 days ago

Good to know

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

Operated by Extremetur

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're staying in Izmir without a car: pickup and return transport are included, so you only need to show up ready to hike. The private format means the guide adjusts the pace to your group, and the single out-and-back route removes any navigation decisions from the day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English 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 much elevation do I gain on this hike?

Mount Bozdağ sits at 2,159 meters and the hike starts at 1,150 meters in Bozdağ village, so you gain approximately 1,000 meters of elevation over the ascent.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel in Izmir?

Yes, hotel pickup in Izmir is included, along with the return drive after the hike.

What's the route like, do we hike the same way up and down?

The hike follows one route: you climb through forest, then open terrain to the summit at 2,159 meters, then descend the same path back to Bozdağ village, where you rest before returning to Izmir.

What gear and supplies does the tour provide?

Walking sticks, a helmet, bottled water and snacks are included. The operator also provides coffee or tea during the village break.