Lycian Way Self-Guided Tours

Organised treks from village to village, unguided but with trekking notes and a map. Transfers, baggage transfers, accommodation bookings, etc., provided by the travel agency. A good way to explore rural Turkey at your own pace.

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Seven Capes Trek (7 days)

This exciting itinerant trek follows the prettiest parts of the Lycian Way, Turkey’s first ever long-distance footpath. The region south of Fethiye is known as the Seven Capes, a stunning coastline where steep promontories drop abruptly into the sea. The route meanders over bare hillsides and through scented pine forests overlooking the blue Mediterranean. You start in Kayaköy close to the famous white sands of Ölüdeniz and follow well-preserved foot paths to Faralya, Alınca and Yediburun enjoying vast sea views from their elevated locations. In between, the route dips down to wonderful hidden beaches such as Kabak where sparkling waves lap smooth sands, truly idyllic places for a swim. The trek ends at the impressive ruins of Patara, one of the principal cities of ancient Lycia, located near one of the finest and whitest beaches of Turkey.

 

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec

Go to tour

  • 6 nights accommodation (in family-run pensions and village houses)
  • 6 breakfasts
  • 6 picnic lunches
  • 6 dinners
  • Dalaman airport transfers
  • Luggage transfers
  • Detailed self-guided route notes in English
  • GPS tracks on request
  • Grade: B (3,5-6hrs and 8-16 kms per day)
  • Price 475 € per person (based on 2 people sharing double/twin room
  • Single supplement on request

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East Lycian Way: from Çıralı to Kekova.

This section of the Lycian Way weaves its way along the south coast. The coastal walks have plenty of variety; including pine forest, a seaside miners route, ruins from Lycian and Roman civilisations, and lonely spots to look at sea and horizon.

When to walk:  jan, feb, mar,  april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov,dec

Go to tour

  • 2 nights bed and breakfast
  • 6 nights breakfast and dinner
  • Luggage transfer, Lycian way guide book, map, foot notes, descriptions of alternative walks.
  • Grade: 0-00 (Easy to Moderate)
  • Distance: Max 57 km
  • Comfort: 000 (comfortable)
  • 475€/person (based on 2 people)

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Heart of Lycia – 4 Day Kaş based

This 4 day itinerary is based in Kaş, the heart of the Lycian Coastline. Highlights of the trip are wonderful coastal views, the small streets of Kaş, ruins of Patara, a boat trip in Kekova, and swimming in Limanağzı.

Extension: It is possible to extend the trip with the 4 day hiking in Eastern Lycia or Western Lycia.

When to walk:  jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec
Go to tour

  • 4 Days, 3 Nights
  • 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunch Packs, 3 Dinners
  • All transport during the walking program including transfer to and from Fethiye or Dalaman.
  • 44 km total hiking
  • GPS, a prepad turkish phone, a detailed tripbook
  • Per person price: 1 person 625 €, 2 person 410 €, 4 person 325 €

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Comfortable 10 day self-guided walk along the Lycian Way

A relaxing tour that covers the eastern part of Likya between Antalya and Simena (Kekova). You follow coastal paths besides azure coloured bays or move inland to reach quiet pastures surrounded by pine cladded hillsides. You explore ancient cities such as Termessos or Olympos and marvel at some of the early christian vestiges of Demre, but not without taking time to enjoy the sea and lovely beaches that Lycia is famous for!

Tailormade program: shorten or lengthen at will and choose your personal type of accommodation

When to walk:  jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug,sept, oct, nov, dec
Go to tour

  • 9 nights accommodation (boutique hotel, traditional guesthouse, seaside pension)
  • 9 breakfasts
  • 6 picnic lunches
  • 9 dinners
  • yacht tour to Kekova sunken city
  • Antalya airport transfers
  • luggage transfers
  • self-guided route notes
  • Grade: B (3-5hrs and 8-15kms per day, with one longer day)
  • cost for 2 people: 950 € per person (based on 2 people sharing double/twin room)
  • (Single room supplement 300 €)

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West Lycian way; from Kayaköy to Patara

Enjoy stunning views across the turquoise coast, discover ruins of Greek and Roman civilisations on this trek from the abandoned ghost village of Kayaköy, to Patara with it’s sandy beach and extensive ruins.

It’s possible to end in Kalkan or Kaş and this walking tour is also suitable to walk with kids.

When to walk:   april, may, junesept, oct, 
Go to tour

  • 7 nights – 8 days
  • 6 nights Halfboard (includes breakfast and dinner)
  • luggage transfers between hotels
  • walk and airport transfers
  • Route notes in English, Dutch, German, map
  • Grade: 2 – 3 (easy – moderate)
  • 3 – 7 hrs walking per day.
  • Distance: 70 km
  • Comfort: 3 (comfortable)
  • Price: € 475 per person ( 2 persons)

 

 

Lycian Way East Self Guide – 8 Days

This week long tour takes you to the absolute highlights of the eastern section of the Lycian Way, with accommodation choices for all budgets.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec

Extension: This itinerary can be extended up to 10 days or combined with the western section for a 2 week holiday.

Go to tour

  • 8 Days, 7 Nights
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 dinner
  • 87 km total hiking
  • Arrival Airport: Antalya
  • All transport during the walking program including transfers to and from Antalya.
  • Detailed graphical tour notes, GPS files
  • Per person price: Standard Accommodation: 1 person 710€, 2 person 410€
  • Premier Accommodation: 1 person 890€, 2 person 540€

 

 

Lycian Way West Self Guide – 8 Days

This week long tour takes you to the absolute highlights of the Western section of the Lycian Way, with accommodation choices for all budgets.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec

Extension: This itinerary can be extended up to 10 days or combined with the eastern section for a 2 week holiday.

Go to tour

  • 8 Days, 7 Nights
  • 7 breakfasts, 3 lunch packs, 3 dinners
  • 65 km total hiking
  • Arrival Airport: Dalaman
  • All transport during the walking program including transfers to and from Dalaman or Fethiye.
  • Detailed graphical tour notes, GPS files
  • Per person price: Standard Accommodation: 1 person 490€, 2 person 340€
  • Per person price: Standard Accommodation: 1 person 490€, 2 person 340€

 

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Eastern Lycia – 4 Day program

This 4 day tour of the Eastern section of the Lycian Way runs along the beautiful forested slopes of the Beydağ Mountains, its hilly hikes ending at some of the most scenic beaches in the entire region.

Extension: The itinerary can be combined with the 4 day Kaş based Heart of Lycia walking program.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, mayjune, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec
Go to tour

  • 4 Days, 3 Nights
  • 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunch Packs, 3 Dinners
  • 45 km total hiking
  • Arrival Airport: Antalya
  • All transport during the walking program including transfers to and from Antalya or the Antalya Airport.
  • GPS, a prepad turkish phone, a detailed tripbook
  • Per person price: 1 person 505 €, 2 person 345 €, 4 person 295 €

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Lycia – Mountain and Sea

From the mountains to the lighthouse. A self-guided hike on the Lycian Way. Walk from a mountain restaurant to the saddle of Mt. Olympos (Tahtali), then via the Chimaera to Cirali (the ruined city of Olympos) and Adrasan to the Gelidonya lighthouse. This version of our popular Lycian Coast walk is for more seasoned walkers and takes more time in the mountains before arriving at the sea.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec
Go to tour

  • 6 nights B&B
  • 5 evening meals, 4 picnics
  • luggage transfers between hotels
  • airport transfers
  • transfer from Melanippe to Adrasan
  • full trekking notes and map
  • 24-hour assistance
  • Grade: medium-hard 5 – 7 hrs per day
  • price £645

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Challenging 8 day trek along the Pirate Coast

This walk covers some of the higher, more rugged sections of the eastern Lycian Way starting at Göynük and crossing upland meadows with cedar trees below the limestone peaks of mt Olympos. You descend through shady wooded valleys to the glittering sea and white beaches of Çıralı and Adrasan, while enjoying the rich history of Lycia at sites as Chimaera and Olympos. You end at the Cape Gelidonia lighthouse.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec
Go to tour

  • 7 nights accommodation (6x pension/hotel, 1x village house)
  • 7 breakfasts
  • 6 picnic lunches
  • 7 dinners
  • Antalya airport transfers
  • luggage transfers
  • self-guided route notes
  • 1 free day in Çıralı
  • Grade: C (6-8hrs and 15-18 kms per day)
  • price 550 € per person (based on 2 people sharing double/twin room)

Mediterranée – Randonnée en lycie

Super randonnée en balcon sur la cote lycienne en passant par les sites antiques : de phaselis-Olympos-Les flames de chimère et le Phare de Géledonie. Crique sauvage, forêt de pins, montagne, plage seront aux rendez-vous.

Extension possible Istanbul ou la Cappadoce.

Période: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec
Go to tour

  • 2 nuits Antalya avec petit déjeuner
  • 4 nuits en lycie en demi-pension
  • 5 pique nique
  • Transfert Aéroport-Hotel aller et retour
  • Transfert des bagages du J2 au J6, Transfert le J7
  • Road book
  • Marche entre 3 à 7 h par jour en moyenne

Lycian Coast – Self-Guided

For this self guided trek of 8 days, the hiker walks along the famous Lycian way on trails in balcony over the Mediterranean. Between walking and small hop, you discover the wealth of the famous Lycian coast: breathtaking scenery, ancient sites sometimes only accessible on foot, and although the sun of course! Hiking, relaxing, swimming and culture for this exclusive program will charm you.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec

Go to tour

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • drinks with picnic lunch
  • bottled water
  • full trekking guidebook
  • land transfers included
  • assistance by the local team

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Lycia – Olympos Area

The Lycian Way is Turkey’s first long distance footpath exploring the coastal region between Fethiye and Antalya. Our route covers most of the best walks of the Eastern and southern sections, starting in Ovacik and finishing near Gelidonia Light House. The highlights include ancient ruined cities, spectacular coastal views, walking through Mt Olympos and Mt Moses and Cirali and Adrasan beaches.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec

Go to tour

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • drinks with picnic lunch
  • bottled water
  • entrance fees to historical sites
  • full trekking notes and GPS
  • local telephone and 24 hour telephone assistance
  • Grade: 10-18km per day

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Western Lycia – 4 Day program

4 days of hiking on some of the Lycian Way’s most popular paths. Starting in Fethiye and ending in Sidyma, you’ll see high coastal views and witness traditional village life.

Extension: The itinerary can be combined with the 4 Day Heart of Lycia or 4 Day Eastern Lycia walking program.

When to walk: jan, feb, mar, april, may, june, july, aug, sept, oct, nov, dec

Go to tour

  • 4 Days, 3 Nights
  • 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunch Packs, 3 Dinners
  • 55 km total hiking
  • bottled water
  • Arrival Airport: Dalaman
  • All transport during the walking program including transfers to and from Fethiye or Dalaman.
  • GPS, a prepad turkish phone, a detailed tripbook
  • Per person price: 1 person 505 €, 2 person 345 €, 4 person 295 €