Aerial sightseeing excursions in Antalya provide panoramic vistas of the city's cultural riches from elevated balloon rides.
In the picturesque city of Antalya, Turkey, hot air balloon tours have recently taken to the skies, offering visitors a unique and breathtaking way to experience the city's natural beauty and historical sites.
Before these tours were introduced, Antalya lacked such experiences, but now, it joins other regions of Turkey, such as Denizli's Pamukkale and Nevşehir's Cappadocia, in offering this popular tourist activity.
The demand for hot air balloon tours among tourists is high, according to Mehmet Keles, director of the company behind Antalya's first hot air balloon tours. Last year, the province of Antalya recorded a total of 17.28 million visitors, with Russians leading, followed by Europeans and a growing number of Turkish expatriates.
The tours, which start very early around 3:00 AM and last until about mid-afternoon (around 4:00 PM), include hotel transfers, the balloon flight itself, meals such as breakfast and lunch, insurance, and a flight certificate. The rides typically reach an altitude of approximately 1000 meters and provide spectacular sunrise views over the Pamukkale travertines and ancient sites like Hierapolis.
The company operating the hot air balloon tours in Antalya plans to expand its fleet from three to five balloons in the near future. Tours run every day of the week, but bookings are limited and early reservation is recommended.
The prices for the hot air balloon flight combined with a Pamukkale day trip are around $46.55 and can vary depending on the package and provider. These tours offer a unique way to experience Antalya's natural beauty and historical sites, with flights providing aerial views of landmarks such as the Aspendos Theatre, ancient aqueducts, the Seljuk-era bridge, and the Köprüçay River.
Foreign tourists, particularly Russians, Poles, and Romanians, have shown the greatest interest in the hot air balloon tours in Antalya. The combination of Antalya's pleasant Mediterranean climate, pristine beaches, ancient ruins, and scenic balloon tours continues to solidify its status as an attractive destination for travelers from around the world.
Antalya receives a high number of foreign visitors, especially during the summer season, making it one of Turkey's top tourist destinations. These new hot air balloon tours are considered to have filled a gap in the tourism industry, offering a memorable and exciting experience for visitors to this beautiful city.
[1] TravelPulse [2] Turkey Tourism [3] Viator [4] GetYourGuide
- Travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in Antalya, Turkey can now add hot air balloon tours to their itinerary, joining other popular tourist activities like visiting Pamukkale and Cappadocia.
- For those looking to combine travel, sports, and historic sites, hot air balloon rides offer a unique lifestyle experience in Antalya, with tours available from providers such as TravelPulse, Turkey Tourism, Viator, and GetYourGuide.
