Lycian Way Discovery: Coastal Trails & Ancient Wonders

Lycian Way Discovery: Coastal Trails & Ancient Wonders

Lycian Way Discovery: Coastal Trails & Ancient Wonders

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Total Time

8 days / 7 nights

Tour Calender

From Feb. to May.
From Sep. to Nov.

Max Person

15 Person

Min Person

5 Min

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Embark on an 8-day guided trekking adventure along the western part of the famous Lycian Way. This journey offers stunning Mediterranean coastal hikes, visits to ancient ruins, authentic village experiences, and breathtaking natural panoramas. Discover secluded beaches, historic ghost towns, and UNESCO heritage sites, all while enjoying warm Turkish hospitality.

Highlights

  • Trek the best scenic routes of the Western Lycian Way

  • Explore Kayaköy (Karmilassos), a hauntingly beautiful abandoned Greek village

  • Relax at the world-renowned Ölüdeniz Lagoon with its turquoise waters

  • Visit traditional villages: Faralya, Kozagac, and Kirme

  • Take in panoramic views of Butterfly Valley

  • Discover ancient archaeological sites of Xanthos, Patara, and Aperlai

  • Enjoy swimming in hidden coves and walking alongside Roman aqueducts

  • Stay in comfortable hotels and charming family-run pensions

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Upon arrival at Dalaman Airport, you will be greeted by your tour representative and transferred through picturesque landscapes to Ovacik/Hisarönü. This lively village at the foot of Mount Babadağ is renowned for its cool breezes and stunning mountain views. After checking into your hotel, enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner and an evening at leisure to prepare for the journey ahead.

  • Transfer time: 1 hour

  • Distance: 60 km

  • Overnight: Hotel in Ovacik

  • Meals: Dinner

Start the day with a short drive to Kayaköy, an abandoned Greek village preserved as a symbol of peace by UNESCO. Walk through the haunting ruins of stone houses and churches amidst a tranquil valley. The hike then descends through forest paths with spectacular views, leading to Ölüdeniz Lagoon — one of the Mediterranean’s most photographed and protected beaches. Spend time at leisure swimming or relaxing on the beach before returning to your hotel.

  • Hiking time: 3 hours

  • Distance: 6 km

  • Ascent: 200 m

  • Descent: 300 m

  • Transfer time: 5–10 minutes

  • Distance: 8 km

  • Overnight: Hotel in Ovacik

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, a brief transfer brings you to the trailhead near Ovacik. The hike begins at the southern foot of Mount Babadağ, winding along coastal paths with breathtaking views of Ölüdeniz Bay. Passing through authentic Mediterranean villages Kozagac and Kirme, the trail continues on stabilized gravel roads and quiet rural paths. The day concludes in Faralya village, where you will stay overnight in a cozy family pension.

  • Hiking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 12 km

  • Ascent/Descent: 520 m

  • Overnight: Pension in Faralya

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Faralya, you ascend a small path leading to an extraordinary viewpoint overlooking Butterfly Valley — a magnificent canyon and one of the Lycian coast’s most beautiful spots. The hike continues with spectacular coastal views until you reach Yuva Beach for lunch and relaxation. Afterwards, you proceed to Kabak village where a vehicle awaits to transfer you back to Faralya for your overnight stay.

  • Hiking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 8 km

  • Ascent: 400 m

  • Descent: 440 m

  • Transfer time: 15–20 minutes

  • Distance: 7 km

  • Overnight: Pension in Faralya

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin with a short transfer to Kabak village where a challenging hike awaits along old shepherd trails. The steep ascent offers remarkable views over the Seven Capes and the Mediterranean Sea, ending at the cliff-top village of Alinca. From here, you take a transfer to Gelemis, stopping to explore the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Xanthos — renowned for its monumental tombs and rich history. Spend the night in a charming pension in Gelemis.

  • Hiking time: 4 hours

  • Distance: 7 km

  • Ascent: 755 m

  • Descent: 274 m

  • Transfer time: 20 minutes + 1 hour

  • Distance: 7 km + 45 km

  • Overnight: Pension in Gelemis

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a transfer to Delikkemer, walk along a rocky path passing a Roman aqueduct and continue through olive groves and pine forests to Patara, an ancient city with a significant archaeological site and one of Turkey’s longest sandy beaches. Enjoy free time at the beach before transferring to Kas — a charming fishing town known for its peaceful streets and inviting cafes. Spend the evening at leisure exploring Kas.

  • Hiking time: 4–5 hours

  • Distance: 12 km

  • Ascent: 100 m

  • Descent: 300 m

  • Transfer time: 30–40 minutes

  • Distance: 45 km

  • Overnight: Hotel in Kas

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive to Kilicli to begin a descent to the ruins of Aperlai, an ancient Lycian city partially submerged along the coast. Explore these evocative remains before continuing along forested and coastal paths passing old olive trees and traditional stone houses. Visit Ramazan’s home — a solitary fisherman — to enjoy tea and a refreshing swim. The route ends in Ucagiz village, where you relax with traditional Turkish tea and views of the bay. Return to Kas for your last night.

  • Hiking time: 5 hours

  • Distance: 12 km

  • Ascent: 65 m

  • Descent: 350 m

  • Transfer time: 30 minutes + 1 hour

  • Distance: 25 km + 35 km

  • Overnight: Hotel in Kas

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to Dalaman Airport for your onward journey, concluding your Lycian Way experience.

  • Transfer time: 3 hours

  • Distance: 170 km

  • Meals: Breakfast

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Trekking 360° and Tour Maps

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