Duration: 7 Nights, 8 Days

The Lycian Way explores the coastline between Fethiye and Antalya, making it one of the best long-distance hiking routes in the world. This hiking tour covers the best paths from Fethiye to Kaş, highlighting a unique blend of ancient cities, rural Turkey, Turkish culture, Mediterranean views, ghost towns, and mountainous backdrops.

Highlights

• Three-hour walk from Kayaköy (Ghost Town) to Ölüdeniz Lagoon
• Five-and-a-half-hour trek from Ovacık to Faralya
• Five-hour walk from Faralya to Kabak
• Four-hour walk from Alınca to the village of Ge
• Walk from Ge to Bel and Belceğiz
• Delikli Kemer Patara Walk
• Discovery of the amazing ancient city of Patara
• Relaxation on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches

What to Expect

The Lycian Way offers a wonderful combination of nature, the Mediterranean Sea, and Lycian history. We will enjoy the stunning turquoise sea and listen to the birds singing in the heart of nature throughout our walks.

Day 1: Arrival in Dalaman

Arrival at Dalaman Airport, followed by a private transfer to our hotels in Faralya, Ölüdeniz, or Fethiye for dinner, an introduction, and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Fethiye - Kayaköy - Ölüdeniz Lagoon Walk (7 km)

Visit traditional Lycian monumental stone tombs. After breakfast, we drive to the center of Fethiye, where our guide will share insights about Lycian history and traditional stone tombs. We will have a panoramic city tour and visit the famous Tomb of King Amyntas. Then, we head to Kayaköy, known as the "Ghost Town." Before exploring, we’ll enjoy traditional Turkish pancakes, "Gözleme," and then start our walk through the abandoned city. After a three-hour walk, we reach the Blue Lagoon and have free time for swimming in the beautiful sea before returning to our hotel.

Day 3: Ovacık - Kırme - Faralya (15 km)

On this day, we start in Ovacık and climb Mount Babadağ. We will enjoy the sunset at Butterfly Valley, with breathtaking views along the high slopes of Babadağ. We’ll have lunch in Kozagac, visiting a local family. The route then leads us to Faralya, where we can admire the cliffs leading to Butterfly Valley and enjoy the sunset.

Day 4: Faralya to Kabak Bay (14 km)

We begin our walk from Faralya, taking in the breathtaking beauty of Butterfly Valley. After a 2.5-hour walk, we reach a local family-run restaurant for lunch, where we enjoy traditional cutlets. After lunch, we continue walking through Aktash Beach and reach Kabak Bay to relax in the sea. After some leisure time, our transfer will pick us up and take us back to the hotel.

Day 5: Alınca - Boğazıçı - Village of Ge - Sidyma (10-12 km)

We depart from our hotel and drive to Alınca. We ascend to 1,000 meters, then descend to 800 meters, starting our route with magnificent views. We will see "Paradise Bay" and after a 2-hour walk, reach Flat Stone, a famous landmark on the Lycian Way. After taking photos, we continue for another hour to reach our lunch spot, where a local family prepares organic vegetable dishes. After lunch, we walk for another 1.5 hours to the village of Ge, where our transfer will take us to the ancient city of Sidyma for a visit before returning to our hotel in Patara.

Day 6: Delikkemer-Patara Walk (8 km) - Afternoon Walk - Beach Relaxation

After breakfast, we take a bus to Delikkemer, named for its ancient aqueducts. Our guide will explain their history as we walk through a beautiful green forest. After a 3.5-hour walk, we arrive at the ancient city of Patara, known as the birthplace of Saint Nicholas and a significant Lycian center. We will explore Patara and enjoy at least 2 hours at its stunning beach after lunch in the city center.

Day 7: Apollonia-Aperlai Walk - Yacht Tour - Sunken City of Kekova-Simena

We depart from our hotel and transfer to Apollonia, where we will walk for about 3 hours to the ancient city of Aperlai, known for its production of purple dye. After learning about its history, we walk for another half hour to meet our yacht. The yacht tour will take us to Kekova, a sunken city, where we can explore the ruins and enjoy swimming breaks. We will have lunch on the yacht and then visit the ancient area of Simena (Kaleköy), climbing to the castle for a fantastic view and trying organic homemade ice cream. After the tour, we return to port and transfer back to our hotel for the last night of the program.

Day 8: Ufakdere-Choban Bay-Limanagzi Bay Walk (8-9 km) - Boat Transfer to Kaş

On the final day, we check out of the hotel and drive to the starting point of our walk. We will walk for about 45 minutes to Limanagzi Bay, a stunning location near Kaş. After a boat ride to the center of Kaş, you will have free time to explore and have lunch. Afterward, we will meet at our designated spot for the transfer back to Fethiye and Dalaman Airport.

Your return flights should be scheduled for after 21:00 from Dalaman Airport.

What to Bring

• Hiking boots or sturdy shoes with good traction and ankle support
• Shorts and T-shirt (for warm weather)
• Fleece
• Rain gear
• Daypack (35 liters or larger)
• Hiking pants
• Long-sleeved shirt
• Sun hat
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Trekking poles (recommended)
• Beach towel
• Swimwear

Handling Your Belongings

A transfer bus will carry your belongings throughout the 8 days, so there's no need to worry. They will be loaded onto the bus on departure day and remain in your rooms on other days.

Weather Conditions

• Spring: In April, daytime temperatures can reach 20 degrees, with a chance of rain. By May, temperatures rise above 25 degrees, with reduced chances of rain.

• Autumn: September and October bring sunny days with temperatures around 20 degrees and warm evenings.

Duration of Walks

Walks will vary, including breaks and lunch stops. Distances will range from 9 to 16 kilometers, with options for shorter routes.

About Our Programs

Our programs are accessible to anyone healthy and without physical limitations. We don’t rush or force haste. We prefer family-run guesthouses and hotels over camping and enjoy healthy meals at local establishments, supporting local agriculture. Our package includes a professional guide, transportation, accommodation, and some meals.

Included in the Price

• All transportation during the hike
• Private transfer from the airport
• Professional English-speaking guide
• Accommodation for 7 nights
• Drinks during picnics
• Bottled water
• Entrance tickets to historical landmarks
• 7 dinners
• 7 breakfasts

Not Included in the Price

• Drinks for lunch and dinner
• Lunches

• Group transfer New Airport - hotel - New Airport.
• Accommodation in 3-4* hotels.
• Meals (breakfasts + dinners, drinks not included with dinner).
• Comfortable bus transfers.
• Services of a Russian-speaking guide.
• Entrance tickets to museums.

• For tourists arriving and departing from Sabiha Gökçen Airport, additional payment is required for transfer to and from the hotel. Payment for a car for 1-6 people one way is 60 euros.

Not Included in the Price:

• Tourists arriving at Sabiha Gökçen Airport and departing from Sabiha Gökçen Airport are required to pay an additional fee for transfer to and from the hotel. Payment for a car for 1-6 people one way is 60 euros.

Conclusion: Over seven days, you will visit 10 ancient and modern cities in Turkey, learn about 5 ancient civilizations, cross the border between Europe and Asia, explore over 20 unique architectural ensembles, and see at least a thousand ancient artifacts, relics, frescoes, and statues, all with a combined age of at least 100,000 years.

The tour concludes on Sundays with the group's arrival at the international New Istanbul Airport. The approximate arrival time is 20:00. When selecting a flight for tourists on this route, please ensure that the return flight on the last day of the tour (Sundays) is no earlier than 22:00.

A child discount applies when a child shares a room with two adults.

Included in the tour price:

• Group transfer between New Airport and hotel
• Accommodation in 3-4 star hotels
• Meals (breakfasts and dinners; drinks not included with dinner)
• Comfortable bus transfers
• Services of a Russian-speaking guide
• Entrance tickets to museums

Additional Costs:

• Transfer for tourists arriving and departing from Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Payment for a car for 1-6 people, one way.

Not Included in the Price:

• Visa
• Additional excursions
• Tips for the guide, driver, and hotel staff (optional)

Useful Information:

Extra Charge for Front Row Seats (1-2 / 5-6 by the driver and 7-8 by the guide): 40 EUR per person.

We kindly ask you to inquire about seat availability in advance.

• Light and comfortable clothing

• One jacket just in case you go ballooning.

• Money for individual expenses

• Sneakers or athletic shoes