Trekking the Lycian Way - 7 nights
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A week spent following the famous Lycian Way, one of the world’s most recommended treks. Experience some of Turkey’s most dramatic coastal and mountain scenery, and see the real hidden Turkey. A great adventure.
| SEASON: 3 May – 27 June & 6 September – 31 October |
| DAY: To suit the requirements of your private party |
| GROUP DATES: Saturday 3 May, 17 May & 18 October (£760 per person) |
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REGION: The Lycian Way (Fethiye - Patara) LUGGAGE TRANSFER: Your bags are delivered from point-to-point throughout the week leaving you free to trek in comfort. |
| FITNESS: Average to above average |
| ABILITY: Your guide will gear the itinerary to your experience – so no previous experience is required |
| MINIMUM AGE: 12 Years |
| MEALS KEY: B-breakfast, L-Lunch, D- Dinner |
| ACCOMMODATION: Mountain village houses, local pansyons & a tree-house camp |
| GROUP MAXIMUM PLACES: 10 |
The Itinerary
Night 1 (Saturday)
An evening in simple accommodation on the night of arrival.
Day 1 (Sunday): Hisarönü to Faralya
The world-renowned Lycian Way starts at Hisarönü, with the dramatic back drop of Baba Dag Mountain. The trek starts here heading towards the village of Kirme prior to continuing on to the mountain village of Faralya which clings to the side of the mountain above the famous Butterfly valley affording magnificent views across the coastline to sea.
4 TO 5 HOURS TREK - L, D
Day 2: Faralya to Kabak
The entire trek between Faralya and Kabak has verdant pine forests on steep mountain-sides on the left and beautiful sea views on the right. A stunning walk with the opportunity to take a 40 minute detour to enjoy the remote beach at Kabak should you wish to cool off before spending the night in a special ‘tree-house’ camp.
5 HOURS TREK - B, L, D
Day 3: Kabak to Alýnca
Today’s uphill route rises from the sea to about 600 m. walking along a small track. The views are spectacular on this part of the Lycian Way.
5 HOURS TREK - B, L, D
Day 4: Alýnca to Gay
Another day of dramatic scenery. From Gay we walk up to Sdyma to explore the ancient ruins in their dramatic location.
6 HOURS TREK - B, L, D
Day 5: Gay to Letoon
En route to Letoon we pass Bel meaning pass and is the lowest point between Karadere and the sea. The route follows an old roman road and is varied running inland then backtracking to the sea.
5 HOURS TREK - B, L, D
Day 6: Letoon – Patara
The final days walk follows an acqueduct towards its source on the flat plain which forms the estuary of the Esen Valley.
5 HOURS TREK - B, L, D
Day 7 (Saturday)
Following a relaxing morning a transfer is provided to your property in the Kas, Kalkan, Fethiye & Göcek regions or to the airport for your return flight.