Trekking Program
Day 1
The trekking program begins after breakfast and sets out for Kuzdere through lemon and pomegranate orchards in view of Twin Peaks (İkiz Tepeler). Participants visit the village coffee house and mosque to meet locals. Then, the hike continues along Kesme Boğazı gorge, which leads to the highest plateau in the region. The course continues along the valley to the ancient Roman Bridge and then returns by the same route. It follows an asphalt road for approximately 6 hours

Day 2
After breakfast, leave the Berke Ranch and head for Alacasu Bay. The road leads the group to "lookout mountain". Kemer and Göynük Village are visible on the left with the Mediterranean coast stretching away to the right. A steep path is taken to the ruins of an ancient temple. The return route follows the same path. This 5-hour outing is more difficult than the first day.

Day 3
After breakfast, the asphalt road which goes as far as Çamyuva is taken to the four-way intersection. The return route heads towards Kiriş and then turns back to Kemer at the school building. The Kemer road leads to “lookout mountain”, which offers a splendid view of the magnificent coast near Olympus and Gelidonia. The hike is a climb of 400 meters and the same route is used to return to Berke Ranch. It is an easy 6-hour tour.

Day 4
After breakfast, the group heads for Alacasu Bay just like the previous routes. The path leads through a pine forest before turning towards the sea and continuing towards Alacasu Bay. After swimming on the beach to cool off and relax, the same route is taken to return to Berke Ranch. This hike through the forest takes 6 hours.

If necessary, a local English-speaking guide can accompany the tours.

It is recommended that individuals who will take part in the hike bring trekking boots, a backpack, trekking pants, at least two pairs of socks, two t-shirts, a water bottle and water, a hat, sunglasses, bathing suit, a small towel and small change to purchase beverages from the village coffee house.

Highland Tour - 3 Nights and 4 Days:

A village tour is a fantastic way to experience Turkish culture and traditions. After a short journey, the noise of the city is replaced by the peaceful serenity of village life. Even though they live close to the city and urban trends seem to predominate, the villagers have successfully maintained their traditions. Hospitality, strong family ties and neighborly relations are just a few of the traits that characterize village life

Accommodations are provided in two villages for the duration of the program with tours of a canyon, an ancient oak tree, an old stone bridge and a cave. Participants can sample local cuisine while sipping hot tea or ice-cold ayran (a salty yogurt drink) and learn to make Turkish pastry (börek) as well as traditional Turkish coffee.

Thursday

1.Arrival at Berke Ranch
2.Welcoming drink
3.Informative orientation about the hotel and the program
4.Dinner at the Hotel Berke Ranch
5.Leisure time (Free activities: mountain bikes, fitness, tennis court, table tennis, basketball, volleyball, football)
6.Accommodations at the Hotel Berke Ranch

Friday

1.Breakfast at the Hotel Berke Ranch
2.Transfer to a highland village named Kuzdere (approximately 40 minutes). This is the closest settlement to Tahtalı Mountain and sits at 2,365 meters above sea level. The snow cap on this mountain lasts until July.
3.You continue on your way passing by Kesme Boğazı gorge and Taşköprü (an ancient stone bridge) Canyon. Enjoy the magnificent view of the coast and mountains during the excursion.
4.Arrive at Kuzdere Village.
5.Tour the village and meet the locals.
6.Learn how to cook the traditional börek (Turkish pastry) that dates back to the Ottoman era.
7.Dine on delicious local cuisine for dinner
8.Enjoy the beauty of nature while sipping Turkish tea.
9.Stay the night at Kuzdere Village.

Saturday

1.Special village breakfast
2.Hike to Gedelma Village with panoramic views of the sea and forest (approximately 6 hours).
3.On the way, visitors will see an oak tree that is 2,500 years old and a cave that is 500 meters deep.
4.Lunch consists of provisions prepared by the villagers.
5.Tour the village of Gedelma and meet the locals.
6.A delicious dinner accompanied by ayran made from natural yogurt.
7.Learn the finer points of brewing foamy Turkish coffee and fortune telling with coffee grounds.
8.Stay the night at Gedelma Village.

Sunday

1.Special village breakfast
2.A three-hour hike to Kesme Boğazı Canyon.
3.Transfer from Kesme Boğaz to the Hotel Berke Ranch (approximately 10 minutes)