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Motorcycle trip in Turkey, The Treasures of Anatolia
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The Treasures of Anatolia

4.7 (228 reviews) 7 days · 684 miles $2490
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On the agenda
The diversity of landscapes and archaeological richness of Anatolia make it an ideal playground for a first Turkey motorcycle tour. During this Royal Enfield discovery tour, the Taurus mountains reveal small scenic roads that wind through alpine landscapes dotted with traditional villages. The coastal roads of the Mediterranean Sea offer breathtaking panoramas of the sea and white sandy beaches, always with the mountains in the background. Along the way, we explore the ancient sites of Aphrodisias and Patara, historic cities like Hierapolis with its ancient theater and Myra known for its rock-cut tombs. At each stop, we savor the delicious local cuisine: a blend of Asian, Oriental, and Mediterranean flavors such as dolmas (meat-stuffed vegetables) and the famous Loukoum pastries. All of this, wrapped in warm Turkish hospitality, makes our journey a sweet trip back in time. Turkey is a multifaceted country, so close yet so different, that surprises the traveler at every stage of their journey.

Looking for more trails and mountains? Discover Cappadocia: Exploration Between Earth and Sky, 9 days from Kayseri.

The Treasures of Anatolia

Motorcycle trip in Turkey

7 stages - 684 miles
Arrival in Antalya Stage 1/7
Arrival in Antalya
Arrival in Antalya according to your flight schedule. Transfer to the hotel located in the historic old town (Kaleici). Antalya, a coastal city renowned for its fine sandy beaches and pleasant climate all year round, marks the beginning of your adventure. Here, at the gates of the Orient, one sometimes feels like they are still on an Europe motorcycle tour due to its proximity, while already diving into a completely different culture and landscapes. The city also offers many cultural attractions, including museums, mosques, and ancient ruins. Overnight in a standard hotel.
Antalya - Kas Stage 2/7 124 miles
Antalya - Kas
We will leave the city, quickly gaining altitude towards Gul mountain on small roads with breathtaking views of its vast green expanses. We reach the highest point of 4265 feet, a beautiful spot to enjoy a glass of tea or a Turkish coffee. We descend to the coast to reach the fishing village of Finiket and enjoy a delicious meal of fish and seafood. We reach the town of Demre for a small cultural visit to Saint Nicholas Church, but especially to the ancient city of Myra. Before reaching Kas, we cross a small, very rocky coastal mountain area with beautiful green heather and small yellow flowers. We enjoy panoramic views of the sea and its mountains in the background, which lead to the view of the marina. Overnight in a modern standard hotel.
Kas - Dalyan Stage 3/7 130 miles
Kas - Dalyan
We leave the delightful small town of Kas in the morning to ride along the seaside for several tens of miles through a very rugged coast, punctuated by small cove-shaped beaches and canyons plunging into the mountain. We venture off the beaten path onto small mountain roads in this green valley that holds many secret places like the great Saklikent canyon where we will enjoy a magnificent walk on the cliffside pontoon to venture a few feet across the river. A small meal with our feet in the water a little further down the road before continuing past the ancient city of Tlos and its Lycian tombs. We pass through a few rare lost villages along the way. An opportunity to drink local coffee or tea, always available, which is an integral part of Turkish culture. Descending towards the coast, the mountains shrink to give way to mandarin, lemon, and dragon fruit plantations. After passing through Dalaman, we reach beautiful Dalyan via small secondary roads adorned with roses, riding along the edge of the bay to end this beautiful day in style. Overnight in a standard hotel.
Dalyan - Pamukkale Stage 4/7 155 miles
Dalyan - Pamukkale
We leave Dalyan after breakfast by the pool and start the day with a ferry crossing of the river, hoping to see some turtles passing by. On the other side of the bank, pretty, less-traveled roads await us, where we navigate between orange and pomegranate plantations while riding along the lake's edge, offering delightful viewpoints. The road then continues inland, gaining a little altitude, surrounded by pine forests. We leave the main road for smaller roads towards the archaeological site of Aphrodisias; a magnificent ancient Greco-Roman city with a grand theater and a well-stocked museum. On the last part of the day, we take a very small, sparsely inhabited mountain road where a few farmers and their sheep will not fail to greet you as we pass, and we will finally reach our day's stop, Pamukkale, in the late afternoon. An opportunity to discover the panorama of these petrified cascades that we will visit the next day before heading to our hotel and enjoying the evening. Overnight in a modern comfort hotel.
Pamukkale - Egirdir Stage 5/7 162 miles
Pamukkale - Egirdir
We start the day without the motorcycles, with a visit to the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, endowed with a thousand-year history, and Pamukkale, this unique site on earth where limestone rocks form terraced pools. On this day, we stay in low-altitude mountains around 3281 to 3937 feet, but enjoying natural landscapes as diverse as they are varied. We then have lunch by Lake Salda, nicknamed the Turkish Maldives due to its crystal-clear waters and white sandy beaches. It is considered one of the cleanest and most preserved lakes in Turkey. The lake road continues beautifully, first skirting a lake full of pink flamingos on the right, then a magnificent road running along Lake Burdur below. A subtle scent of lavender and rose will delight our nostrils as we reach the typical rose (gül) plantations of the region, adding a little more to the charm of this place. We continue our journey towards Eğirdir. A peaceful town with a peninsula on the eponymous lake. A vast expanse of water, at the foot of small mountains, where you can enjoy delicious fish such as sea bass (levrek), or even crayfish (kerevit). Overnight in a charming standard guesthouse.
Egirdir - Antalya Stage 6/7 117 miles
Egirdir - Antalya
We will not be left out on this last day, in the heart of wild nature. Starting with small roads surrounded by apple orchards. We reach the still little-explored archaeological site of Adada, then through the Yazili canyon. The adventure continues in these heavily wooded mountains, giving way to panoramas and terraced plantations at the foot of the mountains. And as we reach the large reservoir of the Karacaören dam, the road turns into an easy and rolling track for 6.2 miles. We rejoin a stretch of main road before taking the small cross roads that will bring us back to Antalya where we will dine in the old town with a striking sea view. Overnight in a standard hotel.
Antalya Airport Stage 7/7
Antalya Airport
Depending on your flight schedule, you will have time to enjoy a few more hours in Antalya. Transfer to the international airport. End of our services.
Price
From $2490,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and spare parts.

  • Fuel, parking, any tolls.

  • Third-party motorcycle insurance.

  • Mandatory insurance: insurance covering medical expenses on site. Repatriation assistance, which covers you in case of 2-wheel (large displacement) accidents.

  • Legal insurance and cancellation insurance highly recommended.

  • International driving permit.

Book with peace of mind

  • Payment : A 50% deposit when you book and the balance 45 days before departure, by secure online payment. A $41 registration fee applies to your first trip with us only. Learn more
  • Cancellation : Fees depend on the date, from 15% of the price more than 60 days before departure to 100% less than 8 days before, plus handling fees. Learn more
  • Insurance : Medical and repatriation insurance is mandatory. Bring your own policy or take our partner's, at $24 per day. Learn more
  • Riding gear : Helmets and riding gear are not provided. Bring a DOT or ECE approved helmet, jacket, gloves and boots. Learn more
  • Traveling solo : You share a twin room with another participant, or book a single room for a supplement, subject to availability. Learn more
Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Passport valid for the whole trip
Valid Visa, if required

This discovery tour is very accessible: about 684 miles with only some 12 miles of easy gravel, beaches, mountains, lakes and canyons. Passengers welcome.

Some stages are far from medical facilities: first aid and transport to the nearest medical center rely mainly on our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are rare, and phone coverage can be patchy. As on any adventure route, road conditions depend on the weather during and before the trip.

The Treasures of Anatolia: your questions

How is this tour different from Cappadocia: Exploration Between Earth and Sky?

The Treasures of Anatolia is our easiest tour in Turkey: 7 days with 5 days of riding, almost all on pavement, on a loop from Antalya along the Mediterranean coast (Kas, Dalyan), through the Taurus Mountains, Pamukkale and Lake Egirdir. Cappadocia: Exploration Between Earth and Sky is an Intermediate adventure tour: 9 days with 7 days of riding from Kayseri, in summer, with more off-road; a passenger can only come if the rider has already ridden off-road.

What riding level do I need, and how far do we ride each day?

The tour is rated Accessible: a motorcycle license and regular riding are enough. We cover about 684 miles over 5 days, 118 to 162 miles a day, on winding mountain and coastal roads, with about 12 miles of easy dirt road on the last day. Some stages are far from medical help: the support vehicle follows the group.

Which motorcycle will I ride, and will it suit my height?

A Royal Enfield Himalayan 411, maintained by our mechanic, who follows the group with the spare parts. If your height makes you hesitate, either way, talk to your travel advisor before booking.

Can I bring a passenger?

Yes, this tour works very well two-up: very little off-road, and the luggage travels in the support vehicle. The tour costs $2,390 per rider and $1,990 per passenger.

Who leads the group, and how many of us are there?

An English-speaking motorcycle tour leader, a mechanic and the support vehicle, which carries your luggage and the spare parts: bring a soft duffel bag rather than a hard suitcase. The group is limited to 10 motorcycles (12 participants with passengers).

How much does it cost, and what should I budget for on top?

$2,390 per rider and $1,990 per passenger. The price includes the motorcycle, gas, the team, standard hotels, all meals from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7, entry to the planned ancient sites (Phaselis, Myra, Patara, Hierapolis) and transfers from Antalya airport. You pay for your flights, drinks, tips and a $708 deposit per motorcycle.

Do I need a visa or an International Driving Permit?

According to the State Department, U.S. citizens do not need a visa for a tourist stay of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, and the passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your date of entry. A valid U.S. driver's license is accepted for a short visit; we recommend also carrying an International Driving Permit, available from AAA. For other nationalities, your travel advisor confirms the requirements. Details in our documents list for Turkey.

Is it safe to ride a motorcycle in Turkey?

The tour stays in western Anatolia, between the Mediterranean coast and the lakes, an area well used to travelers and far from the southeastern border regions. The group rides with a tour leader and a support vehicle. Before you go, read the State Department travel advisory for Turkey and ask your travel advisor any questions.

How do I get to the start?

The tour starts and ends in Antalya, and you book your own flights. Our team meets you at the airport on day 1 and takes you to the hotel in the old town, then back to the airport on day 7, according to your flight times. To arrive earlier or stay longer, ask your travel advisor about the options.

When does the tour run, and what is the weather like?

Departures run in spring, from late March to early June, and in fall, from mid-September to early November. Expect 68 to 86°F in general, but it is cooler in the evening and in the mountains: bring a warm layer and rain gear.

Reviews on this trip
4.7/5 · 228 reviews
Vintage Rides is a serious company…

Vintage Rides is a serious company; you can tell they’ve been organizing trips for years....

Damien
11 Jun. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
A great trip, a real change…

A great trip, a real change of scene, a pleasant pace, well organized. It’s the...

Jean Michel
10 Jun. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
A lovely experience. I didn’t know…

A lovely experience. I didn’t know Turkey, a vast country. Discovering Anatolia was fabulous. The...

Daniel
10 Jun. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
A beautiful country, a very friendly…

A beautiful country, a very friendly group and valiant motorcycles

Jean Claude
04 Jun. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
This way of traveling suits me…

This way of traveling suits me perfectly, because we get off the beaten tourist track...

Karine
02 Jun. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
A great adventure that I recommend…

A great adventure that I recommend to many riders who want to do a road...

Philippe
19 May 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
The big disappointment was not having…

The big disappointment was not having any tracks on the itinerary, as had been indicated...

Geoffrey
18 May 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
Spot on in terms of organization…

Spot on in terms of organization, a very beautiful route with lovely roads and beautiful...

Denis
16 May 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
A wonderful team, a very friendly…

A wonderful team, a very friendly and competent guide, fabulous landscapes, a really great travel...

franck
27 Apr. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
A fantastic group, a precise and…

A fantastic group, a precise and friendly guide, landscapes ranging from forest to lakes and...

Viviane
22 Apr. 2026

The Treasures of Anatolia
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$2490 / Rider
$2090 / passenger
From 17 Apr. 2027 to 23 Apr. 2027
1 registered • Motorcycles available: 9
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From 03 May 2027 to 09 May 2027
0 registered • Motorcycles available: 10
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50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
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