Altınbeşik Cave Tour from Side

<p>Altınbeşik Cave has become a favourite destination for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Turkey's largest and the world's third-largest underground lake cave, this natural wonder was opened to visitors in 1994 and still has sections not fully explored.</p><p>The mesmerising turquoise colour of the underground lakes provides incredible photo opportunities. Nestled among pine forests, this natural wonder is a perfect escape for those seeking tranquillity.</p><p>The full-day tour from Side includes stops at laurel, lemon and thyme fields on the way, a panoramic photo break at Green Canyon – Oymapınar Dam from 1200 metres altitude, a visit to a Yörük village and historical mosque, and a guided tour of Ürünlü Village in the Taurus Mountain valleys with a coffee break.</p><p>In İbradı, visit the Düğmeli Houses of Ormana village, explore historical stone streets and architecture, then head to Altınbeşik National Park for a photo break under a monumental chestnut tree. The cave tour is done by rafting boats through stunning underground chambers with stalactites, stalagmites and turquoise waters. An open-buffet local lunch in Ormana Village, a walk in the National Park, ancient city ruins and a visit to a 650-year-old Ottoman mosque round off this extraordinary day.</p>