Jeep Safari to Tazı Canyon & Selge Ancient City

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Tazi Canyon Manavgat/Antalya
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Duration

8 - 10 Hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English, German, Russian, Turkish

About This Tour

The jeep safari to Tazı Canyon from Antalya is a full-day off-road adventure combining Turkey’s deepest gorge, the Roman ruins of Selge Ancient City, the Avatar-like Adam Kayalar rock formations, a river boat ride on the Köprülü, and a riverside lunch — all from €36 per person with hotel pickup from Antalya, Belek, Kemer, Side, and Alanya. Your convoy of open-top 4×4 cabriolet jeeps departs at 07:00 and winds through Taurus Mountain trails, traditional villages, and orange groves before reaching Köprülü Canyon National Park. Tazı Canyon (Bilgelik Vadisi) was unknown even to locals until drone footage brought it to international attention — its cliffs drop hundreds of metres into the gorge floor. Selge entrance ticket, riverside lunch (grilled chicken or fish, salad, rice, bread), river boat tour on the Köprülü, and tour insurance are included. No deposit required. You pay on the day.

For all outdoor experiences in the Antalya region, visit our adventure activities in Antalya. For excursions to other destinations, browse day trips from Antalya.

Highlights

  • Tazı Canyon — Turkey's deepest gorge, unknown until recently
  • Selge Ancient City — Roman theater & ruins, ticket included
  • Adam Kayalar — Avatar-like conglomerate rock formations
  • Oluk Bridge — 2,000-year-old Roman stone arch over Köprülü River
  • River boat ride on the Köprülü & riverside lunch included
  • Open-top 4x4 cabriolet jeeps through Taurus Mountains
  • Hotel pickup from Antalya, Belek, Kemer, Side & Alanya

Included/Excluded

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Open-top 4x4 cabriolet jeep safari
  • Professional local driver-guide
  • Selge Ancient City entrance ticket
  • River boat ride on the Köprülü River
  • Riverside lunch (grilled chicken, salad, rice, bread)
  • Tour insurance
  • Drinks

Itinerary

07:00–09:00 — Hotel Pickup & Transfer to Taşağıl
Hotel pickup from Antalya, Belek, Kemer, Side, or Alanya. Transfer to the Taşağıl region at the foot of the Taurus Mountains, with scenic photo stops at orange and wild olive groves along the route.

09:00–10:00 — Mountain Trails & Karabük Bridge
Off-road driving through Taurus mountain villages and forest trails. Photo stop at Karabük Bridge over the Köprülü River — a lookout point for first views across the canyon.

10:00–10:30 — Adam Kayalar — Conglomerate Rock Formations
Stop at the Adam Kayalar formations on the approach to Selge — towering columns of conglomerate rock described by visitors as Avatar-like. Photo stop with panoramic mountain backdrop.

10:30–11:30 — Selge Ancient City
Visit to the ruins of Selge, a Hellenistic and Roman city set high in the Taurus Mountains. Highlights include the well-preserved Roman theater, agora, and temple remains. Entrance ticket is included in the tour price. 11:30–12:00 — Oluk Bridge
Cross the 2,000-year-old Roman stone arch bridge spanning the Köprülü River gorge — one of the best-preserved ancient bridges in Turkey and still in active use today.

12:00–13:00 — River Boat Ride on the Köprülü
XL river boat tour through Köprülü Canyon National Park. Included in the tour price — no upgrade required.

13:00–14:15 — Riverside Lunch
Grilled chicken or fish, salad, rice, and bread at a riverside restaurant by the Köprüçay River. Swimming in the river is possible for guests who want to cool off. Lunch is included.

14:15–15:30 — Tazı Canyon Viewpoint
Drive to the viewpoint above Tazı Canyon (Bilgelik Vadisi — Wisdom Valley). Cliffs drop hundreds of metres to the gorge floor below. Your driver-guide explains how the canyon formed and how it remained largely undiscovered until drone footage brought it to international attention. Time for photos at the viewpoint.

15:30–18:30 — Return Transfer to Hotels
Off-road return through the mountains to Taşağıl, then transfer back to your hotel. Drop-off between 16:30 and 18:30 depending on your hotel's location.

Durations

8 Hours

Language

English
German
Russian
Turkish

Frequently asked questions

The jeep safari to Tazı Canyon includes hotel pickup and drop-off, open-top 4x4 cabriolet jeep, a professional local driver-guide, Selge Ancient City entrance ticket, a river boat ride on the Köprülü, riverside lunch (grilled chicken or fish, salad, rice, and bread), and tour insurance. Drinks are not included. The price is from €36 per person.

The tour runs 8 to 10 hours from hotel pickup to drop-off. Jeeps depart at 07:00 and guests are returned to their hotels between 16:30 and 18:30 depending on their pickup location. Off-road driving through the Taurus Mountains covers approximately 2 to 3 hours across the full day.

  • Tazı Canyon (Bilgelik Vadisi, or Wisdom Valley in English) is a dramatic gorge within Köprülü Canyon National Park, with vertical cliffs dropping hundreds of metres to the valley floor. It was largely unknown even to local people until drone footage brought it to international attention in recent years. The canyon is now considered one of Turkey's most striking natural sites and is the centrepiece of this safari route.

Yes. Selge Ancient City is a key stop on the itinerary and the entrance ticket is included in the tour price. Selge was a prosperous Hellenistic and Roman city built high in the Taurus Mountains. The highlight is the well-preserved Roman theater with views across the mountains. Your driver-guide provides context on the site's history during the visit.

We pick up from hotels in Antalya city, Belek, Kemer, Side, and Alanya. Pickup is at 07:00, with your exact time confirmed on booking depending on your hotel's location. Return drop-off is between 16:30 and 18:30.

The tour is family-friendly and suitable for children over 4 years old. The off-road sections involve bumpy mountain trails in open-top jeeps — guests with back problems or mobility limitations should contact us before booking to confirm suitability. The Selge visit involves walking on uneven ancient stone surfaces.

Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dusty, and bring a hat and sunglasses for the open jeep. A light jacket is useful for higher elevation stops. Bring a small amount of cash for drinks during lunch. A swimsuit is handy if you want to swim in the Köprülü River during the lunch break.

No deposit and no advance payment required. You pay on the day of the tour in cash or by card. Contact us via WhatsApp to reserve your place and confirm your pickup time.
 

Tour's Location

Tazi Canyon Manavgat/Antalya

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Jeep safari to Tazı Canyon — open-top 4x4 on Taurus mountain trails with Selge Ancient City ruins
Markus Ritter
11/12/2025

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Super Spaß! Die Jeepfahrt durch die Berge war ein echtes Abenteuer.

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