Antalya

The southern coast of Türkiye is home to some of the most rugged mountains in the area, and that's just the tip of the iceberg. Although Antalya is known for its beaches and luxurious resorts, it is much more complex. Antalya was home to many previous nations over thousands of years, as it's evident everywhere you look. With world-class ruins dotting the map, it's hard not to fall in love with its mystical presence.

Antalya is surrounded by The Taurus Mountains from the west, east, and north; whichever direction you head, it's all up from there. So expect to ride from sea level to +7500ft in under 25 miles and through mountain passes that could easily make their European counterpart look like a mear hill.

Antalya is also a perfect destination for bikepackers wishing to try the world-famous Lycian way (bike version). You can do so much cycling in Antalya beyond what we can summarize in a few paragraphs!