Golden Cradle Cave — Altynbeshik

Morning Pickup and Scenic Drive
Your day begins with a pickup from your hotel, followed by a drive toward the town of İbradı. En route, we’ll pause for photo opportunities and a short break to stretch and enjoy the views.

Altınbeşik Cave Exploration
The centerpiece of this excursion is Altınbeşik Cave, set deep within the mountain of the same name—whose name translates as “The Golden Cradle.” The grotto maintains a steady temperature of 16°C (61°F) year-round, making it comfortable in any season. With your guide, you’ll descend into the cave and experience its striking rock formations on foot, then continue along the underground river by inflatable boat, passing beneath natural bridges.

Anatolian Rural Life and the “Button House”
Lunch takes place at a small restaurant tucked behind a traditional Anatolian dwelling, locally known as the “Button House” for its distinctive façade. These houses are constructed without mortar or cement, and the village contains roughly three hundred of them—you’ll have a chance to see some of the most remarkable examples.

Mosque Visit and Return Journey
Afterward, you’ll stop at a rural mosque, where a warm welcome awaits and you’ll learn about its layout and daily function. Following a brief visit to the village of Sarıhacılar, the tour turns back toward your starting point, completing the day’s itinerary.