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Ride the Olympos (Tahtalı) Cable Car from near sea level to 2,365 m for an unfettered view of the Mediterranean and Taurus ridgelines. This 4–5 hour excursion includes hotel pickup, a 15-minute ascent, summit time and return transfer.
Ride the Olympos (Tahtalı) Cable Car from near sea level to 2,365 m for an unfettered view of the Mediterranean and Taurus ridgelines. This 4–5 hour excursion includes hotel pickup, a 15-minute ascent, summit time and return transfer.
You step from an air-conditioned minivan into a pocket of pine-scented mountain air and watch a modern glass cabin descend from the ridge like a bright bead on a wire. The Olympos (Tahtalı) Cable Car climbs from near sea level to 2,365 meters in roughly 15 minutes, pulling you through a vertical corridor of forest, limestone cliffs and, finally, the sharp blue sweep of the Mediterranean.
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Operated by kapadokya seyahat acentası turizm ve otelcilik işlt. ltd.şti. · Kemer, Antalya Province
You step from an air-conditioned minivan into a pocket of pine-scented mountain air and watch a modern glass cabin descend from the ridge like a bright bead on a wire. The Olympos (Tahtalı) Cable Car climbs from near sea level to 2,365 meters in roughly 15 minutes, pulling you through a vertical corridor of forest, limestone cliffs and, finally, the sharp blue sweep of the Mediterranean.
Geology here is tactile: karst limestone carved by millennia of rain and freeze-thaw that has left cliffs, dolines and scree fields visible from the cabin. The mountain forms the coastal edge of the Taurus range and has long been part of the Lycian landscape—ancient Olympos and nearby Phaselis fall within the same cultural geography shaped by seafaring and shepherding.
At the summit there’s a restaurant, small shops and several viewpoints; on clear days you can read the curve of the coastline back toward Antalya and watch forested ridgelines ripple inland. Local guides sometimes point out seasonal wildflowers, migratory raptors and traditional goat paths etched into the slopes.
Practical notes: the whole excursion, including hotel pickup, transport and time on the summit, typically takes about 4–5 hours. Weather can change quickly—wind can close the line—so plan flexibility into your day. Wear layered outerwear, bring sun protection and a camera with a fast shutter for cabin-to-summit panoramas. Accessibility is generally good at both stations, but summit terrain includes rocky observation points—step carefully and respect protected areas of Beydağları National Park.
easy.
4–5 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal exertion while riding the cable car but expect short walks on uneven summit terrain.
The cabin ascent takes about 15 minutes each way; total excursion time including transport and summit visit is typically 4–5 hours.
Both stations are designed for accessibility, but some summit viewpoints involve short rocky walks that may not be suitable for all wheelchair users or strollers.
Yes—strong winds or lightning can suspend operations; operators may postpone or refund according to their cancellation policy.
Yes—there is a restaurant and small shops at the summit, and basic restroom facilities near the observation areas.
Tahtalı sits above the ancient Lycian coast—this stretch of shoreline has been used by seafarers and mountain shepherds since antiquity, with nearby sites like Olympos and Phaselis reflecting that past.
The route crosses Beydağları National Park; visitors should stay on marked areas, pack out waste and avoid disturbing nesting birds or fragile alpine plants.
kapadokya seyahat acentası turizm ve otelcilik işlt. ltd.şti. operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from an air-conditioned minivan into a pocket of pine-scented mountain air and watch a modern glass cabin descend from the ridge like a bright bead on a wire. The Olympos (Tahtalı) Cable Car climbs from near sea level to 2,365 meters in roughly 15 minutes, pulling you through a vertical corridor of forest, limestone cliffs and, finally, the sharp blue sweep of the Mediterranean.
You step from an air-conditioned minivan into a pocket of pine-scented mountain air and watch a modern glass cabin descend from the ridge like a bright bead on a wire. The Olympos (Tahtalı) Cable Car climbs from near sea level to 2,365 meters in roughly 15 minutes, pulling you through a vertical corridor of forest, limestone cliffs and, finally, the sharp blue sweep of the Mediterranean.
Geology here is tactile: karst limestone carved by millennia of rain and freeze-thaw that has left cliffs, dolines and scree fields visible from the cabin. The mountain forms the coastal edge of the Taurus range and has long been part of the Lycian landscape—ancient Olympos and nearby Phaselis fall within the same cultural geography shaped by seafaring and shepherding.
At the summit there’s a restaurant, small shops and several viewpoints; on clear days you can read the curve of the coastline back toward Antalya and watch forested ridgelines ripple inland. Local guides sometimes point out seasonal wildflowers, migratory raptors and traditional goat paths etched into the slopes.
Practical notes: the whole excursion, including hotel pickup, transport and time on the summit, typically takes about 4–5 hours. Weather can change quickly—wind can close the line—so plan flexibility into your day. Wear layered outerwear, bring sun protection and a camera with a fast shutter for cabin-to-summit panoramas. Accessibility is generally good at both stations, but summit terrain includes rocky observation points—step carefully and respect protected areas of Beydağları National Park.