Mount Olympos Cable Car Tour from Kemer: Summit views

Rise significantly on the cable car and walk the summit trails with the Mediterranean spread below.

A 2-hour cable car tour from Kemer takes you to the Mount Olympos summit with included transport and a live guide. You board the cable car and ascend to panoramic views of the coastline and Taurus Mountains, then spend time exploring the summit on foot: hiking marked trails, dining at the restaurant, or simply taking in the vistas. The tour suits all fitness levels and works year-round, whether the peak is snow-covered in winter or lush and green in summer.

Step-by-step itinerary

Olympos Cable Car and Summit Exploration

• Board cable car in Kemer
• Ascend to Mount Olympos summit
• Explore summit area freely
• Walk nature trails or hike
• Dine at summit restaurant
• Take panoramic photos

The Experience

The cable car departs from a base station near Kemer, and your included transport gets you there from your hotel. Once you board, the ride itself is the centerpiece: you ascend steadily, watching the Mediterranean coastline and forested slopes unfold beneath you. The cable car climbs to the summit of Mount Olympos, where the air changes and the view opens across the Taurus range.

At the summit, you're free to move at your own pace. Marked hiking trails crisscross the peak if you want to walk; there's a restaurant where you can order traditional Turkish food or just sit with coffee and the view; or you can simply stand and photograph the panorama. The experience shifts with the season: snow in winter transforms the landscape entirely, while warmer months bring green forests right to the ridgeline. A live guide in English or Russian is with you throughout, answering questions and pointing out landmarks.

The whole outing takes about 2 hours from pickup to return. Because transport is included and the cable car does the climbing, this works for families with young children, older travelers, and anyone who wants the summit without a strenuous hike up the mountainside. Strollers and specialized infant seats are available if you're bringing small children.

What’s included

• Olympos cable car ticket.
• pickup and return transport from your Kemer hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• live guide in English or Russian throughout the tour.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats available

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Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Kemer without a car: hotel pickup and cable car transport get you to the summit for self-guided exploration, skipping the steep uphill climb.

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Top questions

How do I get to the cable car from my hotel in Kemer?

The tour includes pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, which takes you to the cable car base station near Kemer. Your guide travels with you.

What can I do once I reach the summit of Mount Olympos?

The summit has marked hiking trails for different fitness levels, a restaurant serving Turkish cuisine and refreshments, and open areas for photography and taking in the views. You explore at your own pace during the time at the top.

Does the cable car run in winter, and what is it like then?

Mount Olympos operates year-round. In winter, snow covers the summit and surrounding slopes, creating a different landscape. In warmer months, the forests are lush and green. Both seasons offer their own appeal.

Is this tour suitable for young children or people with limited mobility?

Yes. The cable car is wheelchair accessible, and the tour is designed for all fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes the Olympos cable car ticket, pickup and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, and a live guide in English or Russian. Meals and drinks at the summit restaurant are separate.