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Ganos Mountains Corporate Nature Trip
Tekirdağ, Türkiye Starting Point: Coach from Istanbul or the surrounding provinces
Overview
The Ganos Mountains corporate nature trip is a full-day programme of guided trekking on the slopes of Mount Ganos, which drop steeply into the Sea of Marmara in the Şarköy district of Tekirdağ. The coach leaves Istanbul early in the morning; after a walk of around four hours in two stages, the group returns late in the evening. It is designed for teams of 8-35 who want a challenge on a route that combines sea and mountain views.
What is in the programme?
With a summit reaching around 900 metres and slopes covered in olive groves, vineyards and forest, Ganos is the most prominent high ground on the Thracian coast. The group meets the guide at Yeniköy or Uçmakdere and, after a warm-up and safety briefing, starts walking towards the Ganos road. At the break around Nişan Tepesi, the Sea of Marmara, Marmara Island and the southern shore come into view together.
In the second stage the route descends through the vineyards to Uçmakdere village. The stone houses bearing traces of Greek architecture and the village coffee house are the natural end point of the walk. Before the return, a short seaside break is taken at Gaziköy or Ayazma beach; on request, a wine tasting can be added in Mürefte, known for its wine-growing tradition.
Highlights
- A route with Marmara views, climbing from villages close to sea level
- A trail that passes in turn through olive groves, vineyards and forest paths
- A walk that finishes among the stone houses of Uçmakdere
- Personal accident insurance, an emergency response team and coach transport included
Who Is It For?
Suitable for department and project teams of 8-35 who exercise regularly and want a real walk rather than a classic picnic. The effort level is moderate to high, with sloping ascents and descents; walking poles are therefore recommended for participants with knee problems, and a shorter alternative route can be planned.
Planning Notes
- April-June and September-October are the best periods; the open slopes get very hot at midday in summer.
- Breakfast, a packed lunch and dinner are not included in the package; a packed menu can be added as an option.
- Participants should bring suitable walking shoes, at least 1.5 litres of water, a hat and a windproof jacket.
- The wine tasting is charged extra and participation is optional.
Additional Services
Corporate Fit
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Suitable Team SizeDepartment and project teams of 8-35
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SegmentEconomy
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Extra FeaturesLocal economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Accessible
Included Services / Excluded Services
- Return coach from Istanbul and the surrounding provinces to the Ganos Mountains area (from designated central points; the door-to-door option is priced differently)
- Professional nature guiding service
- National park and area entry fees
- Emergency response and rescue team, with first aid kit support
- Corporate event planning
- Tour coordination support
- Tour programme tailored to the group
- Personal accident insurance
- Food and drink (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner, wine tasting)
- Personal trekking equipment (suitable shoes, water bottle, rain jacket, walking poles and so on - a recommended kit list is provided)
- Wine tasting fees (an additional service)
- Personal expenses
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Tour & Event Plan
FAQ
The coach picks up from the main stop closest to the company, using designated central points on the European and Asian sides of Istanbul (Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Mecidiyeköy, Levent, Bakırköy, Pendik, Taksim, İncirli, Kartal, Maltepe, Kozyatağı, Göztepe, Cevizlibağ, Avcılar, Beylikdüzü and others) or in the surrounding provinces (Kocaeli, Sakarya, Tekirdağ, Edirne, Bursa, Yalova). A door-to-door service can also be organised at the company's request.
The programme is tailored to the group's fitness level. The standard route is Uçmakdere - Ganos Road - Uçmakdere. The distance ranges from 10 to 18 km and walking time is 4-6 hours. The difficulty is moderate to above moderate and suits people who walk regularly. Shorter, flatter routes can also be chosen for those on their first nature walk.
Recommended: comfortable trekking shoes with waterproof soles or ankle boots, spare socks and clothes (to leave in the vehicle), layered clothing suited to the season (a sweat-wicking T-shirt, a fleece, a windproof or rain jacket), a 25-litre backpack, at least 1.5-2 litres of water, energy-giving snacks (dried fruit, nuts, energy bars), any personal medicines, sun cream, a hat and sunglasses. Walking poles and gaiters are recommended if you have them. You may also bring a swimsuit and towel if you would like to swim in a stream or the sea.
Trekking can continue in light rain (suitable clothing is recommended). In heavy rain, storms or other adverse weather, the programme is postponed or an indoor alternative (a wine tasting, time at the village coffee house) is put in place. The organising team makes the decision on the morning of the tour.
Meals are not included in the standard package. Breakfast in nature, a light packed lunch and a dinner can be organised as additional services. A wine tasting workshop in Mürefte is also offered as an additional service.
Around 14-16 hours from coach departure to return (06:00-22:00). The active programme in the area (trekking, the village visit and breaks) takes around 8-10 hours.
Ganos means 'Sacred Light'. The mountain is also known as Tekfur Dağı and Işıklar Dağı. Tekirdağ takes its name from Tekfur Dağı.
This programme is designed for adult groups of corporate employees. The moderate route suits participants who can regularly walk for a few hours; participants aged 12 and over are accepted.
The distance, duration and elevation gain of the route are shared with participants before the programme, so that everyone can judge whether it suits them. At the company's request a shorter and flatter alternative route can be arranged, and an equivalent activity is planned for those who prefer not to take part. Participants with any doubts about their personal circumstances are advised to consult their own doctor.
The Ganos Mountains programme is a strong fit for department and project teams of 8-35. We can shape the day around your headcount, how your departments are organised and the motivational result you are after.
This programme is in the economy segment. The price becomes clear once participant numbers, the date, transport, meals, guiding and extra activities are known.
This programme's additional features include a contribution to the local economy, an ecological approach, carbon-free walking, a low-carbon plan, low waste and an accessible programme. Further low-carbon transport, low-waste operations and local sourcing options can be added as required.
Use the tour request form to tell us how many people are coming, your date range, the destination, your budget segment and any specific needs; we will then send a proposal with alternative prices and programme options.
