Termessos, Ancient City Hiking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Small Group. It is a hiking tour far from crowds. Time-date can be changed as desired. Pls ask for more info.

Join to see Turkish Machu Picchu, located at the top of the mountains, currently on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. One of Turkey's best preserved ancient cities and most outstanding archaeological sites, built in between two peaks on Gulluk Mountain, also called the Eagle's Nest because of its most remarkable location in the Taurus mountain range. Altitude 1050 m. We'll walk in a mountainous region in the national park. No worries you don't have to climb there is a pathway. Our tour starts from Antalya. You'll be picked up from the Antalya and dropped off into the magical atmosphere of Termessos. It's a journey to the past in ancient times and see daily life in the ancient city, theater, gymnasium, citerns, luxury str., agora, bouleuterion, temple of artemis & hadrian, fortifications, gates, necropolis, rock tombs. End of the tour we'll turn back to the city center.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Gulluk Dagi (Termessos) Milli Parki

It is a hiking tour. Time & date can be changed as desired. Pls ask for more info. Join to see Turkish Machu Picchu, located at the top of the mountains, currently on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. One of Turkey's best preserved ancient cities and most outstanding archaeological sites, built in between two peaks on Gulluk Mountain, also called the Eagle's Nest because of its most remarkable location in the Taurus mountain range. Altitude 1050 m. We'll walk in a mountainous region in the national park. No worries you don't have to climb there is a pathway. Our tour starts from Antalya. You'll be picked up from the Antalya and dropped off into the magical atmosphere of Termessos. We'll make a journey to the past in ancient times and see daily life in the ancient city, theater, gymnasium, water canals, colonnaded street, agora, bouleuterion, temple of artemis & hadrian, city fortifications and gates, necropolis, rock tombs. End of the tour we'll turn back to the city center.

4 hours • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Guidance by profeesinal tour guides

Air-conditioned vehicle

Pick up and drof off (only in designated points)

Entrance Ticket. You purchase your ticket at the gate, have some cash on hand. It can pay only cash.

Request to be picked up from a location other than the designated meeting point.

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Termessos, Ancient City Hiking Tour

Reviews

5.00

26 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Unforgettable day with an amazing guide.
Thomas W,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wow what an unforgettable tour to see an underrated site. Onder was probably the best guide I've ever had in any of my many tours in many countries. He was so very friendly and the conversation throughout the day was great. We talked about the history of Termessos as well as joking and talking about life, family and music. Please do not be intimidated when seeing the word "HIKE". Though it is high in the mountains it is easily accessible by car with only a short trek to the city. Today we were the only people on the mountain in total peace and quiet, as this site does not get swamped by tourists. It really is a must do when visiting Antalya, the view is absolutely unbelievable. 100% recommend booking this for an epic, unforgettable day you'll never forget!
Termessos with Onder
rossg2026,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ondee was an amazing, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, funny, inclusive guide for our hike around Termessos! 10/10 would recommend for anyone looking to get out of the city and explore an ancient city!
A Special Place with an Exceptional Guide
David A,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Termessos holds the ruins of an ancient city in a spectacular setting in the forested mountains above Antalya. Önder was the perfect guide to this special place. As we took an easy hike on well-worn paths from the Roman agora into the old city with its monuments, shopping street, cistern, theater, etc., he explained the history and significance of what we were seeing in a way that really helped the place come to life. He keeps the groups small, so that we could have a lovely conversation on the way there and back. We had such a great time together that we joined him later for a great, but unscheduled tour of the old city of Antalya (Kaleiçi). Oh, and before we left for Antalya, he had sent us a short guide to the city with helpful tips for tourists and really good restaurant recommendations. Önder's English is perfect, but he also helped me work on my Turkish. Bespoke service at a reasonable price!
A Special Place with an Exceptional Guide
B1511FZdavida,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Termessos holds the ruins of an ancient city in a spectacular setting in the forested mountains above Antalya. Önder was the perfect guide to this special place. As we took an easy hike on well-worn paths from the Roman agora into the old city with its monuments, shopping street, cistern, theater, etc., he explained the history and significance of what we were seeing in a way that really helped the place come to life. He keeps the groups small, so that we could have a lovely conversation on the way there and back. We had such a great time together that we joined him later for a great, but unscheduled tour of the old city of Antalya (Kaleiçi). Oh, and before we left for Antalya, he had sent us a short guide to the city with helpful tips for tourists and really good restaurant recommendations. Önder's English is perfect, but he also helped me work on my Turkish. Bespoke service at a reasonable price!
It was a wonderful tour of Termessus.
sakatam2014,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
He was a very kind guide and told us many things about Antalya as well as the ruins of Termessus. Also, when I visited Antalya, I wanted to ask for a guide to another site. The guide was in English, but he seems to have been a guide for a long time, so it was easy to listen and talk.
Amazing experience
730divyag,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Onder is a great guide. He is informative, funny and shares lot of information to help you navigate Antalya even though he doesn't need to. Enjoyed the hike and he was the best tour guide we had in Antalya. Recommend taking his tour. Best decision we made on our Antalya trip. Only thing is meeting point can be a little tricky to get to so make sure you leave bit of time to navigate public transport to get there if needed or take a taxi there.
Wonderful history, great guiding by Onder, highly recommended for everyone who loves history and great scenery!
Larsh291059,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great tour to the ancient town Termessos with Onder as guide, marvellous experience, lovely scenery, told with empathy and with that personal touch that makes everything more interesting! Onder is a wonderful guide, he is a former arts teacher - lucky students! His love for the history is easily recognizable. Highly recommended!!
Amazing Hidden Ruins
Moonwalker907,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went to Termessos Ruins and it was amazing! It’s a gem of a site and Onder was so kind and knowledgeable. It’s one of the less touristed sites due to its location in the mountains. The ruins are probably the best preserved I have ever seen from the pre-roman era. I would recommend that visitors be in reasonable physical fitness because there’s about 15-20 minutes of uphill on variable terrain. Definitely not recommended if you have mobility issues. It was so special to have the place to ourselves, we only saw another group of three people and no tour buses nor vendors. It’s a peaceful place that’s very impressive. Definite recommended and especially with Onder!
A unique and magical experience!
986dalen,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Termessos is a unique and magical place that should not be missed. Onder has a deep knowledge of this ancient site and was the perfect guide. His English is excellent and his passion for ancient history made the experience very special. Termessos remains just as it was abandoned so long ago and it is set in a pristine and majestic natural environment. I plan to return to this place with Onder to walk every trail and hear every story.
Highlight of my trip.
alpaslan 577,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I definitely recommend this tour for everyone. It was the highlight of my trip and I'm glad I did it. Spectacular nature and theater.👍