Lycian Way Tour
7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS



BOOKING FORM

Lycia
Lycia is the historical name of the Tekke Peninsula, which juts into the Mediterranean on Turkey's southern coast. The mountains rise steeply from the wooded shore and tiny bays, giving beautiful views and varied walking. The Lycians were a democratic but independent people, with a unique art style and a high standard of living. They absorbed Greek culture, and were later conquered by the Romans. Their graves and ruins abound on the peninsula and the walk passes many remote historical sites.

The Route
The Lycian way is a 509 km way-marked footpath around the coast of Lycia in southern Turkey, from Fethiye to Antalya. The route is graded medium to hard; it is not level walking, but has many ascents and descents as it approaches and veers away from the sea. It is easier at the start near Fethiye and gets more difficult as it progresses. We recommend walking the route in spring or autumn; February-May or September-November; summer in Lycia is hot, although you could walk short, shady sections. The route is mainly over footpaths and mule trails; it is mostly over limestone and often hard and stony underfoot.

On the first part of the route, and in Patara, Kalkan, Kas, Myra, Finike, Adrasan, Olympos, Cirali and Tekirova, you can stay in pensions or small hotels. On other nights, you may stay in a village house, or camp out. There are plenty of camping places with nearby water mentioned in the book; you do not have to ask permission to camp out.
( official Lycian Way site )

CUSTOM MADE TOUR
available with 5 people
If one of the Itineraries featured on this web site isn't perfect for you, ask us for an alternative.
we can create a custom-designed  itinerary just for you
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DAY 1  
Arrive to Fethiye. Transfer for Oludeniz. Visit Butterfly Valley (by boat). (trekking and  swimming)
overning: Oludeniz

DAY 2
Hike to Ovacik - Kirme -Faralya - Kabak Bay (20 km - 8 hours). Camping in Kabak Bay. (night swimming)
Overnight: Kabak Bay

DAY 3
Trek to Kabak Bay - Alinca - Bogazici- Sidyma (16 km - 8 hours). Camping in Sidyma.
overning: Sidyma

DAY 4
Trek to Sidyma - Bel - Gavuragili - Pydnai - Ozlen River (19 km - 8 hours) Camping in Patara
overning:  Patara

DAY 5
Visit  to Xanthos and Letoon .  Trek  to Delikkemer - Patara ( 8 km - 3 Hours)
overning: Patara

DAY 6
Transfer to Phellos. Walk  to Phellos - Cukurbag - Kas (12 Km - 5 Hours).
Overnight: Kas

DAY 7
Transfer for Kilincli Village.  Walk to Apollonia - Aperlai - Ucagiz - Simena  (16 km - 7 Hours)
(visit ancient citys and swimming) 
Overnight: Kas
 
DAY 8
Free day for relaxing and exploring the town. (Alternatives: Scuba diving - paragliding or canoeing)
End of the tour.

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DAY 1  
Arrive Kemer to Kemer. Visit Phasselis ancient city. Swimming
overning: Kemer

DAY 2
Transfer to Gedelme. Trek to Gedelme - Goynuk Valley (18 Km - 7 Hours)
Overnight: Kemer

DAY 3
Transfer to Beycik.  Trek to Beycik - Emzik Cesme - Tahtali Mount (12 Km- 7 Hours). Camping in Cukuryayla
overning: Cukuryayla

DAY 4
Trek to Cukuryayla -Yukari Kuzdere -Gedelme (16 km - 8 Hours) Transfer to Olympos.
overning:  Olympos Tree House

DAY 5
Trekking to Olympos - Cirali - Yanartas (Chimera)- Olympos (8 km -4 Hours) Swimming and visit ancient city
overning: Olympos Tree House

DAY 6
Trek to Olympos - Musa Mount - Adrasan (16 km - 7 hours)
Overnight: Adrasan (bungalow)

DAY 7
Walk to Adrasan - Gelidonya Lighthouse (17 km - 7 Hours)
Overnight: Camping in Lighthouse

DAY 8
Trekking to Gelidonya Lighthouse - Korsan Bay - Karaoz (6 km - 3 Hours)
Swimmimg and transfer to Kumluca . End of the tour


 

Highlights of the Lycian Way are:

ok.gif (54 bytes) Spectacular walks on the slopes of Baba Dagi, beneath the flight path of the paragliders.

 

ok.gif (54 bytes) Stunning descent to Faralya, above the cliffs of Butterfly Valley.
ok.gif (54 bytes) The 12km long beach at Patara.
ok.gif (54 bytes) Spectacular views over the coast from above Kas and Kalkan.
ok.gif (54 bytes) The castle, harbour and sunken ruins at Ucagiz.
ok.gif (54 bytes) The church of the Angel Gabriel in the hills above Myra.
ok.gif (54 bytes) A fabulous ridge top walk to Finike.
ok.gif (54 bytes) Staying at the lighthouse at Cape Gelidonia.
ok.gif (54 bytes) Climbing Mount Olympos - 2388m.
ok.gif (54 bytes) Splashing in the canyon at Goynuk.
ok.gif (54 bytes) And the ruins of hidden Lycian cities, the friendliness of the villagers, the quaint old houses in deserted corners, the deep forests and white rocks, and the blue Mediterranean.

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Tour Package Included

  • Fully escorted by a guide
  • Accommodations ( 7 nights  )
  • Modern, air-conditioned vehicle for transportation
  • Meals ( Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner )
  • Parking, tipping tolls
  • Camping equipments ( tent - sleeping bag - mat )

Tour Package Not Included

  • International Air Fares
  • Personel expenses
  • Entrance fees to sighs and museums

Details
ok.gif (54 bytes) This journey requires avarage body condition.
ok.gif (54 bytes) a wide-brimmed sunhat, sunscreen and sunglasses
ok.gif (54 bytes) Walking boots as opposed to trainers or walking sandals are recommended.
ok.gif (54 bytes) A long-sleeved shirt for protection against the sun during the day and against mosquitoes at night. Mosquito repellent.
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transportation: VOLKSWAGEN Volt or Sprinter
Full Board Accommodation
Accommodation
Tent

ok.gif (54 bytes) Min 5 person / Tour is limited to 15 passengers

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