9 Day From Cappadocia to The Black Mountains Horse Riding Tour in Turkey
Turkey Horse Riding Tour
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From Cappadocia to the Black mountains to discover incredible landscapes of the unspoiled Cappadocia on a fast and sportive pace, passing by the bird paradise of Sultansazli lake. An incredible itinerary will combine multiple landscapes: Cappadocia, the wetland of Sultansazli, the high mountains of Karagol (2080-meter high lake), and the beautiful canyon of Kazikli, with a last camp in this famous Emli valley.
Key information
- Rider Weight Limit: 188 pounds / 85 kilograms
- Horse Height Range: 14.7 hands
- Tack Type: McClellan tack
- Horse Breed: Arab
Highlights
- 7 riding days
- Approximate daily riding time: 6 - 7 hours
- Ride through the diverse landscapes of unspoiled Cappadocia
- 8 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
Skill level
- Advanced
Types
7 days with instruction in English
Accommodation
The progressive trail in camp is for those who enjoy outdoor living and sleeping in a tent or under the stars. Accommodation will be in comfortable camps, with a guest house in the middle of the week. You will reach a different location on horseback at the end of each day, with the camp set up in the middle of nature, surrounded by beautiful views.
Hotels or guest houses (3 nights)
Your arrival and departure nights, as well as day three, will be spent in comfortable guesthouses, in double or triple rooms with en suite bathrooms.
Camping (4 nights)
The camp includes a large communal tent like those used by the last nomadic families in the country, chairs, and tables for meals. Dinners are taken in the communal tent or outside by the fire. The camp also includes toilets, a shower tent with a bucket, and a gas stove for heating the water. Tents will be put on by the team (double tipi-tents with single camp mattresses).
- Equipment required: sleeping bag, towels, torch, power bank (to charge your electronic devices), mosquito repellent, extra pairs of shoes, and a few small waterproof bags for crossing rivers
Program
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Kayseri Airport, night in Urgup
- Day 2: Avanos to Golgoli (Cappadocia), lunch in the Red Valley
- Day 3: Golgoli to Soganli
- Day 4: Erdemli to Sultansazli Lake, lunch in Kume evleri, night in a guesthouse
- Day 5: Sultansazli to the mountain
- Day 6: Till Black Lake
- Day 7: Going down the mountain. lunch and a long break along the stream. Camp in Kazikli canyon
- Day 8: Two hours of ride in Emli valley, up and down, night in a guest house
- Day 9: Early breakfast and two hours drive to the airport in Kayseri
About the tour
Kapadokya Ranch asks riders to be fit, as some paths require walking on foot through the Black Mountains. This trail offers a great opportunity for those who enjoy sporty rides to ride lively Arabian horses through the diverse landscapes of unspoiled Cappadocia. The itinerary above is an example of a trail they often do, but for a reason like the weather forecast or a safety reason, the guide can choose to change the itinerary of the trail at the last moment. This progressive trail in camp is confirmed when they have received a minimum of four bookings for this formula. If the trail is not confirmed at the time of departure, they will propose it with a supplement. Your luggage will be transferred by a logistics vehicle. You should pack several lighter bags rather than one large, heavy suitcase.
- Arriving: 11:00 - 18:30
- Departure: 20:00 - 12:00
Levels
The difficulty of this trail is 4/4 - advanced riders. To take part of all the trails, you must have a competent riding level to be able to stay in control during group canters on forward-going horses, ride or lead your horse on technical passages (some paths need to be walked on foot in the black mountains), get on or off your horse several times a day alone and groom, and tack and untack your horse without assistance. Good physical condition is essential (for fit riders only).
Rhythms of the trail
- Seven riding days
- Six to seven hours on horseback each day
- 25 to 40 kilometers each day; stopping at a different location every evening
- Pace: mostly walk, with opportunities for trots and canters each day
Maximum weight
Riders' weight on the progressive trail is limited to 85 kilograms (on riding clothes). Riders upper 85 kilograms could book with an extra charge for the loan of a second horse. This option is only on demand; it will depend on the horse riding level of the rider and the availability of Kapadokya Ranch's horses.
Riders' contribution
Riders are in charge of their horses. You will be asked to participate in the camp’s life for feeding and brushing your horse, tacking and untacking your horse, and taking and replacing your luggage and equipment in the trailer.
Horses
The stable is composed of forward-going Arab horses who will surprise you with their robustness and their agility. They are small (1,50 meters on average - the ideal size for trailing on tortuous paths). Responsive, well-balanced, and respectful of the rider, they are trained with the natural horsemanship method. Horses live together in a herd, which contributes to their well-being. When they are not on trail, horses are grazing in the fields around the farm.
Equipment
The riding equipment includes standard bits and pelhams, McClellan light trailing saddles, and saddles made by Kapadokya Ranch. These are fitted with two saddlebags for you to carry personal belongings for the day.
Location
The tour will take place in Turkey.
Distances
- NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV) - 50 minutes drive
- Erkilet International Airport (ASR) - 50 minutes drive
Food
You will be served daily meals included in the price. Full board includes a continental breakfast, a delicious lunch featuring a local speciality each day, and at the camp, a dinner which is a traditional dish cooked on the wood fire, along with salad and fruits. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Tea, coffee, and mineral water are included. Wine, beer, and soft drinks are available as an option.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
What's included
- 7 days of horse riding tour
- 6 to 7 hours in the saddle a day
- 8 nights accommodation (3 nights in hotels or guest houses, 5 nights in camps)
- Full board meals and non-alcoholic drinks
- Loan of a horse and riding equipment
- English and French-speaking guides (1 guide for 8 riders)
- Regular transfers between local airports and hotels
What's not included
- International flights
- Optional activities
- Extra drinks
- Alcohol
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Erkilet International Airport
52 km away from your destination
Transfer included
NevÅŸehir Kapadokya Airport
36 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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