Lycian Way West

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 8
  • guiding method Self-guided
  • Tour Code BM-23690
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Kayakoy, turkey
  • Ends Lycian Way, Turkey
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Walk coastal and mountain paths with stunning scenery
  • Discover small villages and superb Turkish cuisine
  • Visit the abandoned village of Kayakoy
  • Experience genuine cultural exchange with the local people
The "Lycian Way West" trip starts in Kayakoy and ends in Lycian Way. The "Lycian Way West" trip is a trekking and hiking trip that takes 8 days taking you through Kayakoy, Patara Beach, Butterfly Valley, Ovacık and 6 other destinations in Turkey and turkey. This is a self-guided private trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

A self guided walk along the western section of Turkey's stunning Lycian Coast. Between Fethiye and Antalya along Southern Turkey's Tekke Peninsula, or Lycia as it is historically known, is one of the country's first waymarked trails, the 509km Lycian Way. This mountainous route encompasses spectacular coastal views, archaeological treasures dating back to the 8th Century BCE and interesting villages with their unique Lycian flavour. During a series of day walks it is possible to discover sections of the route with well preserved Greek and Roman cities and a Lycian necropolis lost in vegetation. Traverse rugged mountain trails to meet the gracious local people, sample culinary specialties and swim in the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Arrive Dalaman, transfer to Kayakoy
  • Day 2 : Walk to the abandoned Greek village of Karmilassos and Hisaronu via beach (3hrs)
  • Day 3 : Walk from the southern slopes of Babadag mountain to Faralya village (6-7hrs)
  • Day 4 : Walk via Butterfly Valley to Aktas (4-5hrs)
  • Day 5 : Ascend shepherds trails to Alinca village (5hrs)
  • Day 6 : Walk through pine forest to Gey village (3hrs)
  • Day 7 : Walk to Gavuragli, transfer to Patara/Gelemis (6-7hrs)
  • Day 8 : Transfer to Dalaman airport, trip concludes
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 7 nights accommodation in simple hotels and pensions on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts & 5 dinners - Breakfast is Turkish style and will generally include cheese (feta and local yellow cheese), olives, eggs, cucumber, tomatoes, jam, honey, bread, tea or coffee, fruits. Dinner is a fixed menu; soup or hot and cold appetisers with fresh baked bread, main course (usually kebab varieties), salad, and dessert (fruits or baklava).
Transport
  • Private transfers as described in the itinerary
Guide
  • Walking guide: The Lycian Way, by Kate Clow (one per booking – minimum 2 people travelling together)
Others
  • Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
  • Basic accompanying maps and directions
  • GPS Tracks
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel to and from Dalaman
  • Meals not listed as included, drinks
  • Travel insurance – mandatory
  • Guide – this is a self-guided walking holiday
  • A supplement will apply if you book a single room
  • Transfers not listed included
  • Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
  • Entrance fees not listed included
  • Storage of excess luggage
  • Hotel taxes if applicable – payable directly to the hotel
  • Items of a personal nature
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Lycian Way West tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 08 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 08 June 2024, a deposit of 189 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Lycian Way West tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Lycian Way West tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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