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We called at the Zeus cave first where we were given the chance to swim in the cave, this entailed going up a few steps, climbing over fencing and down rocks into the cave, it was very crowded so we gave swimming a miss. We then went to the national park where they parked the jeeps next to each other and gave people water guns and everyone got soaked. We carried on further up the dirt road when we stopped to shout at the mountain and to hear the returning echo. After this we got back into the jeep and carried on further up the road. Our next stop was in the middle of the road for "dancing" followed by another water fight. We then went further along the road to our final stop on the mountain where we were herded down the side of a hill through trees to visit the monastery. We were then held here until the drivers had finished cooking the BBQ. We made our way back to the jeeps where the drivers had cooked some chicken and rice. There was also salad, vegetables, bread rolls and soft drinks available. Beer was available to purchase from a cooler. This was all eaten standing on the side of the road. Our final stop was the beach club which had a pool and bar and the beach was located across the path. We were in a jeep with 7 other Turkish people who didn’t speak any English, our driver didn't speak any English either however another driver kept us informed of what was happening. I think they have the right concept, as in they want to make it a fun jeep safari but it is very poorly executed. The ideas are very amateur - dancing on the road and shouting at the mountain. Some of the drivers seem to play up to be fakely funny - not being rude but just trying too hard. I thought it would be more scenic but the only scenery they really stop for is at the top when you can see the Greek Island, at the monastery when you have some lovely views and also at the canyon where you should at the mountain, the rest is mainly forest. They also try to sell you a USB stick at the beach club of all the photos and videos of the day and aren't too happy when you don't want to buy it. This was something that was done 20 years ago but nowadays nearly everyone has their own smartphone to take photos and don’t need to pay extortionate price to by a usb stick. The tour is very reasonable at €25, I’m just disappointed I wasted a whole day on it.
Awesome trip, a must if you come to kusadasi. Sinan is awesome and keeps you entertained! Or driver aka "shriek" was so friendly and fun. The whole group was great honestly.
This tour was a lot of FUN!!! Dimitri was amazing!! Definitely book this tour for a fun filled day & a delicious Turkish authentic meal!
The cave and the monastery. Food was very good. Was a little nervous riding in the back (no seatbelts) on the highway. Fine in the park.