Tour overview

This 8-day small-group walking holiday follows the Lycian Way, Turkey's first long-distance trail, along the Mediterranean coast from Fethiye to Kaş. Groups have 4 to 16 walkers aged 16 and over, with a tour leader throughout. You walk six days of 10 to 18 kilometres on cliff paths, forest tracks and old village trails, while your main luggage travels by vehicle. You stay in simple, family-run hotels and a village house, with breakfast daily, three lunches and two dinners. The trip is land-only, with a group airport transfer to Dalaman at the end.

The walk starts near Ovacık and climbs the shoulders of Baba Dağı, with views over the turquoise lagoon of Ölüdeniz, to the clifftop village of Faralya. Next, a steep climb through pine forest leads onto terraced farmland high above Kabak beach. You pass the hamlet of Alınca to reach Gey, where you spend the night in a traditional village house with a home-cooked dinner.

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From Gey the trail stays high above the coast to Bel, then crosses plains and pine woods down to Sidyma. This hillside ancient city is known for its unusual tombs. A short transfer takes you to Patara for two nights. Next day you follow the route of the Roman aqueduct from Delikkemer through fields and forest to the southern end of Patara Beach, one of the longest in Turkey, for a swim. Patara's own ruins include a restored theatre and an assembly hall.

The final walking days climb to the ridge of Mount Felen, past streams and villages little touched by modern life, with views of the high mountains and the coast. You then drive down to Kaş, one of the prettiest harbour towns on the Turkish Riviera, for two nights. A last walk leads to the ancient port of Aperlae, where a boat collects you for Kekova Bay. You see the sunken city and the castle-topped village of Simena, reachable only on foot or by boat, with a barbecue lunch on board.

The walking is graded moderate, on rough and sometimes steep paths. It suits regular walkers who want coastal scenery, ancient history and village hospitality without carrying their bags.

Trip highlights

  • Clifftop views over Ölüdeniz on the first stage of the Lycian Way (Day 2)
  • A night in a traditional village house in Gey (Day 3)
  • The hillside tombs of ancient Sidyma (Day 4)
  • The Roman aqueduct trail to Patara Beach (Day 5)
  • The ridge of Mount Felen and the harbour town of Kaş (Day 6)
  • A boat trip to Kekova's sunken city and Simena (Day 7)

Your route

9 stops from Fethiye to Dalaman

8-day route: Fethiye – Faralya – Gey – Sidyma – Patara – Kaş – Aperlae – Simena – Dalaman
  1. Fethiye Day 1
  2. Faralya Day 2
  3. Gey Day 3
  4. Sidyma Ancient City Day 4
  5. Patara Days 4–5
  6. Kas Days 6–7
  7. Aperlae Day 7
  8. Simena (Kaleköy) Day 7
  9. Dalaman Day 8

Why choose this tour

Six days on the best coastal stages of the Lycian Way, with luggage carried between stays and a leader who knows the trail. Ancient Lycian cities, a village house and a Kekova boat trip add culture and comfort to the walking.

Best suited to

  • Regular walkers comfortable with up to 18 kilometres a day
  • Travellers interested in ancient history and archaeology
  • Anyone who wants a coastal walking holiday in the sun
  • Walkers who like simple, family-run accommodation
Butterfly Valley below Faralya on the Lycian Way, Turkey

Day-by-day itinerary

8 days from Fethiye, Turkey to Dalaman, Turkey

  1. Day 1 · Fethiye Arrive in Fethiye

    The trip starts in Fethiye, a lively coastal town with the remains of the ancient Lycian city of Telmessos. You can arrive at any time; Dalaman airport is about an hour away. If you arrive early, visit the rock-cut Amyntas Tomb or try a Turkish bath.

    Hotel
    Yeniceri Hotel or similar
  2. Day 2 · Ovacık, Baba Dağı, Ölüdeniz, Faralya Above Ölüdeniz to Faralya

    A short transfer takes you to the official start of the Lycian Way near Ovacık. Hike south onto the shoulders of Baba Dağı, with views back over the lagoon of Ölüdeniz, to the clifftop village of Faralya.

    Hotel
    Montenegro Motel or similar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
  3. Day 3 · Kabak, Alınca, Gey Through forest and farmland to Gey

    Climb steeply through pine forest to the coastal path and terraced fields high above Kabak beach, with views across the sea to distant islands. Skirt the slopes to Alınca and on to Gey for a night in a village house with a home-cooked dinner.

    Hotel
    Gey Village House or similar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  4. Day 4 · Bel, Sidyma To the ancient city of Sidyma

    Walk through open farmland and along high coastal paths to Bel, then cross plains and pine forest down to Sidyma, an ancient city with well-preserved and unusual tombs. A 30-minute transfer takes you to Patara.

    Hotel
    Patara Delfin Hotel or similar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
  5. Day 5 · Delikkemer, Patara Beach Aqueduct trail to Patara Beach

    Follow the route of the Roman aqueduct from Delikkemer across fields and through pine forest, with coastal views, down to the southern end of Patara Beach for a swim. You can also explore the ruins of ancient Patara.

    Hotel
    Patara Delfin Hotel or similar
    Meals
    Breakfast
  6. Day 6 · Mount Felen, Kaş Mount Felen to Kaş

    Cross streams and pass through traditional villages as the path climbs to the ridge of Mount Felen, with views of the mountains inland and the coast below. Descend by vehicle to Kaş, one of the most beautiful ports on the Turkish coast.

    Hotel
    Ekici Hotel or similar
    Meals
    Breakfast
  7. Day 7 · Aperlae, Kekova, Simena Aperlae and Kekova Bay

    Walk to the ancient port of Aperlae, then board a boat to see Kekova's sunken city and the castle-topped village of Simena, whose harbour is dotted with Lycian tombs. A barbecue lunch is served on board.

    Hotel
    Ekici Hotel or similar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
  8. Day 8 · Kaş, Dalaman Transfer to Dalaman

    The trip ends with a group transfer to Dalaman airport, about 2.5 hours. Transfers leave Kaş at 7am and 4:30pm, so book flights to match.

    Meals
    Breakfast
The harbour of Kaş on the Turkish coast

Where you stay

  • Fethiye (1 night) Yeniceri Hotel or similar
  • Faralya (1 night) Montenegro Motel or similar
  • Gey (1 night) Gey Village House or similar
  • Patara (2 nights) Patara Delfin Hotel or similar
  • Kaş (2 nights) Ekici Hotel or similar

Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation 7 nights in simple hotels and a traditional village house
  • Meals 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners, including a barbecue lunch on the Kekova boat
  • Guided walks on the Lycian Way on Days 2 to 7, of 10 to 18 kilometres a day
  • Kekova Bay boat trip to the sunken city, Aperlae and Simena
  • Transport short trailhead transfers, luggage transfers between stays and group transfers to Dalaman airport on Day 8
  • Tour leader throughout

Not included

  • International flights to and from Turkey
  • Arrival transfer to Fethiye
  • Turkish visa, if required
  • Meals not listed, and optional taxis to shorten walks
  • Entrance fees in free time, travel insurance and personal spending
The long sandy beach at Patara, Turkey

This trip might not be for you if…

Honest disclaimer — please read

  • You want flights included — they are not
  • You need a private room every night — the Gey village house is shared
  • You prefer easy, flat walks — paths can be rough and steep
  • You want all meals included — 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners

Good to know

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Simena Castle above the waterfront village of Kaleköy, Turkey

In pictures

Departures & prices

From £910 per person, twin share, tour only. 30 upcoming departures.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.

What financial protection do I get?

Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.

How hard is the walking?

Graded moderate. You walk six days of about 10 to 18 kilometres on rough, sometimes steep paths, with climbs each day. Regular walking experience helps.

Do I carry my luggage?

No. Your main luggage moves between stays by support vehicle, so you only carry a daypack.

Are flights included?

No. Fly into Dalaman. Group transfers back to Dalaman on Day 8 leave Kaş at 7am and 4:30pm.

What is the village house like?

A traditional house in Gey with twin and multi-share en-suite rooms for up to four people. Single rooms are not available that night.

Can I shorten a walk?

On some days, such as Day 4, a taxi can shorten a section for about £20, paid locally.

Can I swim?

Yes, at Patara Beach on Day 5, and the hotels in Patara and Kaş have pools.

Can you tailor the trip?

Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.

What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?

If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.

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Tailor-made option

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