Explore the Taurus Mountains: Günyakaya Plateau & Cevizli Village Hiking Tour (June 22)

New Route: Cevizli Village – Günyakaya Plateau – Günyaka Village

📅 Date: Sunday, June 22

⏰ Time: 07:30 departure from Alanyum

🚶 Distance: 11–12 km (moderate–easy)

〽️ Elevation: Highest point 1,350 m / Ascent +50 m / Descent –350 m

Dear Alanyatrek followers,

This Sunday we’re exploring one of the most beautiful plateaus of the Taurus Mountains – Günyakaya Plateau – plus Charming Günyaka Village with its traditional “buttoned” houses, and Cevizli Village.

Whether you enjoy hiking or prefer to relax in the villages, you’re welcome!

🗺️ Walk Route:

Start Point: Near Cevizli Village

Forested Path: Through cedar, oak, and pine groves up to Günyakaya Plateau

Plateau Stop: Short rest & photo break

Descent: Down old migration trails and forest paths to Günyaka Village

Finish: In Günyaka, then by vehicle back to Cevizli Village

Village Time: Wander stone streets, photograph traditional buttoned and bay-windowed homes. Optional visit to ancient Kagrai ruins with a village group.

Estimated return to Alanya: 19:30

📌 Important Notes:

🚭 No smoking during the hike (except at rest stops).

❗ Cancellations after Saturday at 15:00 will incur full fee.

We’ll provide a morning breakfast and needs break.

Please bring your own packed lunch.

Moderate–easy route: suitable for anyone with basic fitness.

Non-hikers are welcome to stay and enjoy Cevizli Village.

🎒 Essentials to Bring:

Weather-appropriate clothing

At least 2 L water

Spare clothes & socks

Rain jacket

Hat & sunglasses

Sunscreen

Proper walking shoes

Distance by vehicle: ~150 km one-way

🚌 Departure Points:

Mahmutlar: 07:00

Kestel: 07:05

Tosmur: 07:10

Alanyum: 07:30

25mt Road: 07:40

Bus Station: 07:45

Konaklı: 08:00

Avsallar: 08:10

Çenger: 08:30

💰 Participation Fee: 1000 TL

Registration: Send message via WhatsApp with your name, surname, and boarding point.

Reservation contact: +90 535 447 1840 – Halil