Wakacje Side - holidays and trips

One of the most popular holiday places on the Turkish Riviera has for years been luring with its charm. The small town (18 thousand inhabitants) is located right near the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It has an extremely rich history dating back several hundred years BC.  

The ancient Side is primarily an impressive wealth coming from piracy and slave trade, evidenced by its magnificent buildings. We can admire their remains until today. Here, there is one of the largest theaters in Anatolia for 15 thousand spectators, a huge agora with innumerable columns, small but full ow works of art museum of antiquity, built on the site of Roman baths, a Byzantine basilica. Undoubtedly, the biggest attraction of the city is the Temple of Athena and Apollo from the 2nd century A.D., located right on the seafront, which is a magical place after dark. Side is a cosy spot where you can discover your favourite cafe, tavern, take walks along the winding narrow streets, and in the evening head over to a disco and dance till the morning light. Besides this obvious beauty, there is a wide sandy beach and excellent hotels, where you can sunbathe by the pools for hours on end while having delicious drinks and savour the lack of turmoil, as well as an escape from everyday life.

Cappadocia (2 days) — Day 1: A magical land in the heart of Turkey. Wonder of nature, post-volcanic and moon-like landscapes, valleys full of rock chimneys. Bus ride to the city of Konya. Restaurant breakfast. The program includes the Mevlana Museum - the twirling dervish order in Konya. Free time for lunch. Then a tour of the underground city of Saratli and rock churches of the first Christians in Göreme, entered on the UNESCO list. A break for photos in Pasabaglari - the Monk Valley and a visit to the ceramics gallery. Transfer to the hotel, late lunch-dinner, overnight stay. Day 2: Breakfast. A visit to an onyx jewelery shop. Then visiting the incredible fortress of Uçhisar. Free time for lunch. Return to hotel. Optionally: A "Turkish night" in a cave carved in a tuff rock or a balloon flight in an unforgettable scenery. Price - approx. 129 EUR (includes: 2 breakfasts, late lunch-dinner, air-conditioned coach ride, pilot and guide care, entry tickets to visited sites, accommodation in the center of Cappadocia in a cave type **** hotel; does not include: lunches, drinks, balloon flight - approx. 150 EUR/ person. (1 hour), “Turkish night” - approx. 32 EUR).

Pamukkale — a trip to one of the greatest wonders of nature. Ride through the picturesque Taurus Mountains. Stop at a vantage point with a panoramic view of the famous travertines (forms of karst). Pamukkale in Turkish means a cotton palace, and the snow-white terraces perfectly reflect the name. It is a unique place in the world, which is why it has been on the UNESCO list since 1988. Above the terraces is the ancient city of Hierapolis, where the Baths, the Temple of Apollo, the Roman Theatre and the necropolis have been preserved. A walk on the limestone terraces and a visit to the city of Hierapolis are part of the program. Day trip. Price - approx. 64 EUR (includes: transfer via coach, care of a Polish-speaking guide, entry tickets to visited sites).

Perge - Aspendos - Kursunlu - an exceptional journey in time to one of the best preserved ancient cities near Antalya, where Saint Paul taught - Perge. Then you can admire the waterfalls of Kursunlu and visit the best-preserved Roman theater in Asia Minor - Aspendos, where concerts still take place. Day trip. Price - approx. 45 EUR (includes transfer via coach, care of a Polish-speaking guide, entry tickets to visited sites, lunch; does not include — drinks).

Cruise along the coast of Alanya — yacht cruise lasting several hours along the coast of Alanya, wonderful relaxation, swimming in the sea and sunbathing. Price - approx. 34 EUR (includes lunch with drinks).

Cruise on the River Manavgat — a cruise on the River Manavgat, one of the longest rivers in the region of Antalya. In the programme time for relaxing and swimming in the sea. Then a visit to the mosque and the famous waterfalls in Manavgat. In the programme also a visit to a shop with textiles. Price - approx. 32 USD (includes lunch and local soft drinks on the boat).

Green Canyon — a relaxing boat cruise on Emerald Lake in the vicinity of Manavgat, an opportunity to admire beautiful views, waterfalls and issuing springs. During the boat cruise around the Green Canyon entry to the Small and Grand Canyon. The programme also includes breaks for swimming and sunbathing. Price –- approx. 46 EUR (includes: pilot care, entry tickets to visited sites, dinner and soft drinks).

Antalya Big City Life — a trip to the capital of the Turkish Riviera - a city surrounded by the majestic Taurus Mountains on the one side and the Mediterranean Sea on the other. The program includes: Karpuzkaldiran waterfall with a beautiful park in the luxurious district of Antalya, then a walk to the old town of Kaleiçi. Stroll along the narrow streets to the port from where you can start your cruise around Antalya, where from the sea you can admire the numerous smaller waterfalls and the impressive sea cliff, on which a part of Antalya, known as Lara, is located. At the end of the day, the largest museum in Antalya with huge collections from ancient times, among others. An opportunity to buy leather goods and jewelery. Day trip. Price - approx. 40 EUR (includes: entrance tickets, care of a Polish-speaking guide, lunch; does not include: beverages).

White Water Rafting — an exciting adventure, rafting on pontoons on a rapid river under the care of a qualified team. Day trip. Price - approx. 28 EUR (includes lunch, does not include: drinks).

Aquarium and Dolphinarium — a trip to Antalya - the capital of the Turkish Riviera, where the aquarium and dolphinarium are located. At the aquarium, visitors will go on a journey over the seas and oceans of the world. In the underwater tunnel, you can watch thousands of species of marine creatures. At the dolphinarium, acrobatic show of dolphins and seals, and a sea lion. Opportunity to swim with the dolphins (additionally payable). Price - approx. 56 EUR (includes entrance tickets).

Hammam — visit to a traditional Turkish bath with the ritual of hammam - a peeling and a massage in soapy foam and oil. Price - approx. 22 EUR (includes massage).

Sealanya — visit to the dolphinarium and an opportunity see a wonderful show with dolphins and seals in the main role. Possibility of swimming with the dolphins and sea lions. Price - approx. 38 EUR (includes: transport and entrance tickets).

Off Road - Jeep Safari — an amazing off road adventure - an opportunity to see the real Turkey! A drive off the beaten track, away from the hustle and bustle of the resort. Coastal hills, mountain roads and villages where time has stopped - places accessible only by a 4x4 car! Price - approx. 39 EUR (includes transport and lunch).

Shopping dizziness — an opportunity to buy jewelry, clothes, accessories and leather products. The best shops and markets! Price - approx. 9 EUR (includes transport).

 

Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.