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Your motorcycle tour in Turkey, Anatolian Treasures
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Anatolian Treasures

4.7 (285 reviews) 7 days · 684 miles £1890
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On the agenda

Anatolia's varied landscapes and wealth of archaeology make it an ideal playground for a discovery tour on a Royal Enfield. The Taurus Mountains hide small scenic roads that wind through alpine landscapes dotted with traditional villages, while the coast roads of the Mediterranean open onto breathtaking views of the sea and white sandy beaches, always with the mountains as a backdrop. Along the way we explore the ancient sites of Aphrodisias and Patara, and historic cities such as Hierapolis, with its ancient theatre, and Myra, known for its rock-cut tombs. At every stop we enjoy the local cuisine, a blend of Asian, Oriental and Mediterranean flavours. All of this, wrapped in warm Turkish hospitality, makes for a journey back in time. Discover all our motorcycle tours in Turkey.

Looking for more tracks and mountains? Discover Cappadocia: Journey through Earth and Sky, 9 days from Kayseri.

Anatolian Treasures

Your motorcycle tour in Turkey

7 stages - 684 miles (1,100 km)
Arrival in Antalya Stage 1/7
Arrival in Antalya
Arrival in Antalya according to your flight schedule. Transfer to your hotel in the historic old town (Kaleiçi). Antalya, a coastal city known for its sandy beaches and pleasant year-round climate, marks the start of your adventure. Here, at the gateway to the Orient, it can still feel like a Europe motorbike tour, yet the culture and the landscapes are already completely different. The city also has plenty to see, including museums, mosques and ancient ruins. Overnight in a standard hotel.
Antalya - Kas Stage 2/7 124 miles (200 km)
Antalya - Kas
We leave the city and quickly gain height towards Gül mountain, on small roads with breathtaking views over wide green landscapes. At the highest point, 1,300 m, we stop for a glass of tea or a Turkish coffee. We ride back down to the coast, to the fishing village of Finike, for a lunch of fish and seafood, then on to Demre for a visit to the church of Saint Nicholas and, above all, the ancient city of Myra. Before Kaş, we cross a stretch of rocky coastal hills covered in green heather and small yellow flowers, with views of the sea and the mountains behind, down to the marina. Overnight in a modern standard hotel.
Kas - Dalyan Stage 3/7 130 miles (210 km)
Kas - Dalyan
We leave the delightful little town of Kaş in the morning and follow the sea for several dozen miles, along a jagged coast of small coves and canyons cutting into the mountains. We then leave the beaten track for small mountainside roads in a green valley full of hidden places, such as the great Saklıkent canyon, where we walk along the boardwalk fixed to the cliff and wade a few metres into the river. Lunch is by the water a little further on, before the ancient city of Tlos and its Lycian tombs. We pass through a few remote villages, a chance to stop for a coffee or the local tea that is so much a part of Turkish life. As we ride back down towards the coast, the mountains give way to plantations of mandarins, lemons and dragon fruit. After Dalaman, we reach Dalyan on small back roads lined with roses, along the edge of the bay. Overnight in a standard hotel.
Dalyan - Pamukkale Stage 4/7 155 miles (250 km)
Dalyan - Pamukkale
We leave Dalyan after breakfast by the pool and start the day with a ferry across the river, hoping to spot a few turtles. On the other bank, quiet little roads wind between orange and pomegranate plantations along the edge of the lake. The road then heads inland and gains a little height among pine forests. We leave the main road for small roads to the archaeological site of Aphrodisias, a magnificent Greco-Roman city with a grand theatre and a well-stocked museum. For the last part of the day we take a tiny mountain road, where a few farmers and their sheep are the only traffic, and reach Pamukkale in the late afternoon, in time for a first view of the petrified cascades that we visit the next day. Overnight in a modern comfort hotel.
Pamukkale - Egirdir Stage 5/7 162 miles (260 km)
Pamukkale - Egirdir
We start the day without the motorcycles, with a visit to the ancient ruins of Hierapolis and to Pamukkale, a site unlike any other, where the limestone has formed terraces of pools. The day's ride stays in low mountains, at around 1,000 to 1,200 m, through very varied landscapes. We have lunch on the shore of Lake Salda, nicknamed the Turkish Maldives for its crystal-clear water and white sand beaches, and considered one of the cleanest and best-preserved lakes in Turkey. The lake road continues past a lake full of pink flamingos, then along Lake Burdur below. A scent of lavender and rose fills the air as we reach the rose (gül) plantations typical of the region. We ride on to Eğirdir, a peaceful town on a peninsula in the lake of the same name, a vast stretch of water at the foot of the mountains, where you can taste fish such as sea bass (levrek) or crayfish (kerevit). Overnight in a charming standard guesthouse.
Egirdir - Antalya Stage 6/7 117 miles (188 km)
Egirdir - Antalya
The last day is no anticlimax, in the heart of wild country. We start on small roads through apple orchards to the little-visited archaeological site of Adada, then ride through the Yazılı canyon. The route continues through thickly wooded mountains, which open onto wide views and terraced plantations. As we reach the large reservoir of the Karacaören dam, the road becomes an easy, rolling track for about 6 miles (10 km). We take a short stretch of main road, then the back roads that bring us to Antalya, where we have dinner in the old town, with a striking view of the sea. Overnight in a standard hotel.
Antalya Airport Stage 7/7
Antalya Airport
Depending on your flight schedule, you may have a few more hours to enjoy Antalya. Transfer to the international airport. End of our services.
Price
From £1890,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and spare parts.

  • Petrol, parking and any tolls.

  • Third-party motorcycle insurance.

  • Compulsory insurance: cover for medical expenses on site and repatriation assistance, including accidents on large-capacity motorcycles.

  • Legal insurance and cancellation insurance are strongly recommended.

  • The 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 £31 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 compulsory. Bring your own policy or take our partner's, at £18 per day. Learn more
  • Riding gear : Helmets and riding gear are not provided. Bring an approved helmet, jacket, gloves and boots. Learn more
  • Travelling 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 tour includes some long stages that are far from immediate medical assistance. Primary support to reach the nearest medical centre is mainly provided by our support vehicle, as resources like helicopters or ambulances are extremely limited. Unstable phone networks can occasionally make it difficult to contact emergency services.

Anatolian Treasures: your questions

How is this tour different from Cappadocia: Journey through Earth and Sky?

Anatolian Treasures is our easiest tour in Turkey: 7 days with 5 days of riding, almost all on tarmac, on a loop from Antalya along the Mediterranean coast (Kas, Dalyan), through the Taurus Mountains, Pamukkale and Lake Egirdir. Cappadocia: Journey through Earth and Sky is an Intermediate adventure tour: 9 days with 7 days of riding from Kayseri, in summer, with more off-road; a pillion 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 full motorcycle licence and regular riding are enough. We cover about 684 miles (1,100 km) over 5 days, 118 to 162 miles (190 to 260 km) a day, on winding mountain and coastal roads, with about 12 miles (20 km) of easy track 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 pillion?

Yes, this tour works very well two-up: very little off-road, and the luggage travels in the support vehicle. The tour costs £1,790 (€1,990) per rider and £1,490 (€1,640) per pillion.

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 bag rather than a hard suitcase. The group is limited to 10 motorcycles (12 participants with pillions).

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

£1,790 (€1,990) per rider and £1,490 (€1,640) per pillion. The price includes the motorcycle, fuel, the team, standard hotels, full board 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 €600 deposit per motorcycle.

Do I need a visa or an International Driving Permit?

UK passport holders can visit Turkey without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period; the passport must be valid for at least 150 days after arrival. To ride with a UK licence, the FCDO says you need a 1968 International Driving Permit, to get before you leave. EU passport holders need no visa for a short stay either, and carrying an International Driving Permit is advised. 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 travellers and far from the south-eastern border regions. The group rides with a tour leader and a support vehicle. Before you go, read the FCDO travel advice 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 on, 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 autumn, from mid-September to early November. Expect 20 to 30°C 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 · 285 reviews
I loved all of the places…

I loved all of the places we visited. I felt like this was a once...

Christine
05 Nov. 2026

Anatolian Treasures
Incredibly well organised, great guides and…

Incredibly well organised, great guides and a fantastic experience all round.

Keith
27 Oct. 2026

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Our first trip with Vintage Rides…

Our first trip with Vintage Rides and definately wont be the last! Super from transfer...

tracey
19 Oct. 2026

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Vintage Rides is a serious company…

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

Damien
11 Jun. 2026

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A great trip, a real change…

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

Jean Michel
10 Jun. 2026

Anatolian Treasures
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

Anatolian Treasures
A beautiful country, a very friendly…

A beautiful country, a very friendly group and valiant motorcycles

Jean Claude
04 Jun. 2026

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This way of travelling suits me…

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

Karine
02 Jun. 2026

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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

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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

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£1890 / rider
£1590 / pillion
From 17 Apr. 2027 to 23 Apr. 2027
1 registered • Motorcycles available: 9
OPTION
From 03 May 2027 to 09 May 2027
0 registered • Motorcycles available: 10
OPTION
50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
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