Lycian Way & Fethiye Bay Adventure

Lycian Way & Fethiye Bay Adventure

Total Time

14 days / 13 nights

Tour Calender

From May. to Jun.
From Sep. to Oct.

Max Person

15 Person

Min Person

5 Min

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Explore the stunning Lycian Way’s best trekking sections combined with a relaxing private gulet sailing experience along the beautiful Gulf of Fethiye. This 14-day journey offers a unique blend of ancient Lycian history, UNESCO heritage sites, picturesque coastal hikes, hidden beaches, and serene island coves. Experience vibrant local culture and breathtaking landscapes both on foot and from the deck of a traditional Turkish sailing yacht.

Highlights

  • Trek the finest east and west sections of the Lycian Way

  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites and ancient ruins

  • Private gulet sailing in the turquoise Gulf of Fethiye

  • Discover secluded islands and pristine beaches

  • Explore Kayakoy (Karmilassos) ghost village and Oludeniz lagoon

  • Tour historic Patara, Myra, Simena Castle, Phaselis, and Gelidonya Lighthouse

Best Season Program

Upon arrival at Antalya airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a Nature and Sea Travel representative. A short transfer (about 20 minutes, 15 km) will bring you to your hotel situated in Antalya’s historic Kaleiçi district. This ancient quarter blends layers of Lycian, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman heritage. Wander through its narrow cobblestone streets surrounded by architectural wonders from different eras, setting the tone for your cultural journey ahead.

  • Transfer time: 20 min

  • Distance: 15 km

  • Overnight: Hotel in Antalya city center

  • Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, depart Antalya heading toward Adrasan with a stop at the ancient city of Phaselis, famous for its three harbors and well-preserved Roman baths, agora, and theater. The walk begins at Ulupinar, where you join the Lycian Way trail passing through a tranquil pine forest dotted with streams and scenic viewpoints. The highlight is the mystical YanartaÅŸ (Flaming Rock), where methane gas naturally ignites from vents, a legendary beacon for ancient sailors. Your trail descends to the coastal beach of Cirali, where your vehicle awaits to transfer you to your hotel in Adrasan.

  • Walking time: 3–4 hours

  • Distance: 9 km

  • Ascent: 190 m

  • Descent: 330 m

  • Transfer times: Antalya to Cirali 1–2 hours (80 km), Ulupinar to Adrasan 20–25 min (30 km)

  • Overnight: Hotel in Adrasan

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today’s hike offers spectacular coastal views as you ascend to a 470m pass and follow the ridge overlooking the Cape Gelidonya peninsula, home to two historic lighthouses. Walk along limestone cliffs, pine forests, and hidden coves, witnessing panoramic vistas of desert islands and turquoise seas. Descend through pine forests to your waiting vehicle and return to Adrasan for a restful evening.

  • Walking time: 5–6 hours

  • Distance: 18 km

  • Ascent: 400 m

  • Descent: 400 m

  • Transfer time: Gelidonya to Adrasan 20 min (14 km)

  • Overnight: Hotel in Adrasan

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Travel from Adrasan to the archaeological site of Myra, once a prominent Lycian city with monumental tombs and a Roman amphitheater. Then start a scenic hike from Kapakli village with stunning bay views. The trail passes through olive groves, green pastures, and historic olive oil factory ruins, leading to a swim-friendly bay for lunch. The path continues along the coast to Simena Castle, an ancient Byzantine fortress overlooking the submerged ruins of Kalekoy village beneath the crystal-clear waters. In the late afternoon, drive to KaÅŸ for an overnight stay.

  • Walking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 8 km

  • Ascent: 10 m

  • Descent: 50 m

  • Transfer times: Adrasan to Kapakli 1–2 hours (90 km), Ucagiz to KaÅŸ 40 min (35 km)

  • Overnight: Hotel in KaÅŸ

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin with a short transfer to Firnaz Bay for a moderate hike along Roman aqueducts and scenic trails shaded by olive and pine trees. Arrive in Patara, a historically significant Lycian city famed for its vast sandy beach and as a breeding ground for endangered loggerhead turtles. Enjoy free time at the beach before a late afternoon drive to Fethiye for the night.

  • Walking time: 3–4 hours

  • Distance: 9 km

  • Ascent: 45 m

  • Descent: 150 m

  • Transfer times: Kas to Firnaz Bay 30 min (35 km), Patara to Fethiye 1 hour (75 km)

  • Overnight: Hotel in Fethiye

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A short transfer takes you near Ovacik village at the southern base of Babadag Mountain. Trek along coastal trails with panoramic views of Oludeniz Bay, passing authentic Mediterranean villages and sheep farms. Continue through Kozagac and Kirme villages, ending in Faralya, where your vehicle returns you to Fethiye for the night.

  • Walking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 12 km

  • Ascent/Descent: 520 m

  • Overnight: Hotel in Fethiye

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Faralya, follow a small trail ascending to breathtaking views over Butterfly Valley, one of the most stunning natural canyons along the Lycian coast. Descend to Yuva Beach for lunch and leisure time by the sea. Later, continue to Kabak village where a vehicle awaits to take you back to Fethiye for the night.

  • Walking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 8 km

  • Ascent: 400 m

  • Descent: 440 m

  • Transfer time: Fethiye to Faralya 30 min (20 km)

  • Overnight: Hotel in Fethiye

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit Kayakoy, a UNESCO-recognized ghost village abandoned after WWI, wandering its silent stone streets and churches steeped in history. Follow a forest trail down to the spectacular Oludeniz Lagoon, famous for its turquoise waters and protected status as a national nature reserve. Enjoy leisure time on the beach before boarding your private gulet in Fethiye harbour for the night.

  • Walking time: 2–3 hours

  • Distance: 6 km

  • Ascent: 200 m

  • Descent: 300 m

  • Overnight: Onboard Gulet, private double cabins

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sail from Fethiye harbour to Kizilada (Red Island), a popular spot for swimming and relaxing. Continue past Tavsanli and Katrancik Islands before trekking from Gunluklu Bay to Inlice Beach. The route climbs to high plateaus with panoramic views of the gulf and follows pine-scented trails to a pristine beach for a swim. Return onboard and cruise to Gocek Bay, enjoying dinner aboard your gulet.

  • Walking time: 2–3 hours

  • Distance: 8 km

  • Ascent/Descent: 275 m

  • Overnight: Onboard Gulet, private double cabins

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin with a hike from Doruklu Bay to Osmanaga Bay and Akbuku Bay, climbing to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the gulf. Walk through highlands possibly encountering shepherds and their flocks. Return to the boat for lunch and relaxation, then sail to the turquoise waters of Yassica Islands and Olive Island, perfect for swimming and exploring ancient ruins. Spend the night anchored in Tersane Bay.

  • Walking time: 2–3 hours

  • Distance: 6–7 km

  • Ascent/Descent: 250 m

  • Overnight: Onboard Gulet, private double cabins

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Walk from Boynuzbuku Cove to the rock tombs at Bedrirami via Kille village, stopping for swimming and relaxation breaks. Continue to Sarsala Bay with its sandy beach ideal for swimming. Follow narrow paths along Kapidagi Cape to Hamam Bay, also known as Cleopatra Bay, famous for its floral diversity, olive groves, and the ruins of an ancient Roman bath. Overnight on board in the bay.

  • Walking time: 3 hours (Boynuzbuku to Bedrirami), 1–2 hours (Sarsala to Hamam)

  • Distance: 10 km total

  • Ascent/Descent: 170 m total

  • Overnight: Onboard Gulet, private double cabins

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Depart from Hamam Bay walking through a small canyon onto the Lydae peninsula, exploring Lycian ruins including a remarkable marble sarcophagus linked to the family of Sarpedon, a Lycian king from the Trojan War legend. Descend to Gobun Bay and rejoin the boat. Sail past Domuzadasi (Pig Island) to Gemiler Bay, opposite Gemiler Island, a Byzantine archaeological site.

  • Walking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 8 km

  • Ascent/Descent: 200 m

  • Overnight: Onboard Gulet, private double cabins

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a relaxing day sailing back to Fethiye, stopping to explore Karacaoren Island and its forested bays, then visit Tarzan and Boncuklu bays. End the day at Sovalye Island, historically a naval base for the Knights of St. John, where dinner is enjoyed in a local restaurant. Return to Fethiye harbour for the night.

  • Overnight: Onboard Gulet, private double cabins

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, a transfer will take you from Fethiye harbour to Dalaman airport, concluding your unforgettable Lycian adventure.

  • Transfer time: 1 hour

  • Distance: 50 km

  • Meals: Breakfast

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