Tour of Antalya powered by AKRA was held for the first time in February 2018 and is included in the 2.1 category in the International Cycling Union (UCI) international road cycling calendar. It is one of the sports events with international participation that cyclists from all over the world eagerly await and desire to participate in.
With the themes determined every year, hundreds of professional cyclists from many countries are pedaling to achieve victory in the event. The tour aims to raise awareness and create sensitivity on various issues that concern the general public.
The Tour of Antalya powered by AKRA is accepted as one of the most professional and quality sports organizations globally by racers and officials. It consists of 4 stages; 1st Stage, Side-Antalya, 2nd Stage, Kemer-Antalya, 3rd Stage, Aspendos- Termessos, 4th Stage, Antalya- Alanya.
The stages include all the beautiful historical, cultural and natural riches Antalya has. The athletes experience a challenging and tiring event and a pleasant event. The excitement and struggle do not stop for a moment in the event. It emphasizes a different value and symbol point of Antalya at each stage.
Proving that Antalya has great potential in sports tourism and mass tourism, the Tour of Antalya powered by AKRA ensures that Antalya, where cycling is widely practiced and where many bicycle groups are hosted. It has become a brand in the international arena.
The Tour of Antalya powered by AKRA offers the participants the opportunity to evaluate the bicycle race and vacation together, thanks to Antalya's geography full of magnificent riches with its transportation and accommodation opportunities. It makes a great contribution to Antalya's tourism diversity.
