Walk the highlights of the Lycian Way
















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Small Group
Average
Rating
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Walk the highlights of the Lycian Way
8 days
Small Group
Moderate
Average
English
Experience Overview
Imagine a place where ancient ruins crumble between lush greenery, rocky cliffs tower out of the Mediterranean Sea and small towns dot the southern coastline – this is Lycia.
Imagine a place where ancient ruins crumble between lush greenery, rocky cliffs tower out of the Mediterranean Sea and small towns dot the southern coastline – this is Lycia. Spend an unforgettable week hiking along the Lycian Way – a path once used by ancient Greeks and Romans – joined by a local leader who will add historical context to all your discoveries. You’ll reach ancient cities like Olympos, Aperlai and Sidyma by foot as you journey through the wilderness. Go on afternoon boat tours on the Mediterranean, take part in cultural activities, feast on traditional meals and watch the sunset by the water, making sure to balance active adventure and rest.
Highlights
- Spend an unforgettable week walking along the Lycian Way – a path once used by ancient Greeks and Romans – joined by a local leader adding historical context to your discoveries.
- Unearth thousands of years of Turkey’s history and see how tradition lives on today during visits to Fethiye, Phaselis, Olympos, Adrasan and Aperlai.
- Take it all in! Your walks will be complimented by a truly spectacular backdrop – the Turquoise Coast. Named for its vibrant waters, you’ll have plenty of chances to soak in the views of the stunning beaches and coastline.
- Visit Cirali Bay – home of sea turtles, legendary flames and Lycian ruins. This is a place where history and nature meet!
- Hike to the ancient ruins of Olympos – one of the major cities of the Lycian union, this important city served as both a centre for trade and a pirate stronghold for many centuries.
Trip Details
8 days
Private Vehicle
Small Group
English
Antalya, Turkey
Fethiye, Turkey
Moderate
Walking & Trekking
Average
Itinerary
Optional Activities:
- Antalya - Phaselis Ancient City (10 EUR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Yanartaş eternal flames guided walk
Optional Activities:
- Alacasu to Phaselis guided walk - Free
- Antalya - Olympos Ancient City (10 EUR)
Accommodation:
- Guesthouse (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Çamburnu to Olympos guided walk
- Olympos ancient city walk
- Cirali beach walk
Accommodation:
- Guesthouse (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Olympos to Adrasan guided hike
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Gelidonya Lighthouse
- Museum of Lycian Civilizations guided visit
Optional Activities:
- Ancient city of Myra visit (13 EUR)
- Myra - St. Nicholas Museum (17 EUR)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Alinca to Kabak guided walk
- Delikkemer Roman aqueduct visit
Accommodation:
- Guesthouse (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Archaeological site
Optional Activities:
- Mugla - Kayaköy Archaeological Site (3 EUR)
- Mugla - Amyntas Tomb (3 EUR)
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Imagine a place where ancient ruins crumble between lush greenery, rocky cliffs tower out of the Mediterranean Sea and small towns dot the southern coastline – this is Lycia.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 10 Apr 2027
Customer Reviews
06/19/2023
I highly recommend this trip for the rich history and cultural information it contains. Our guide, Onur, was a fantastic, enthusiastic leader with an incredible wealth of knowledge to share. The trip includes hiking on small portions of the Lycian Way with incredible views of the Mediterranean and surrounding areas, but I found it to be extremely valuable for the knowledge I gained of the history and culture of the region. Highly recommended!
06/14/2023
The hiking trip is fascinating and super enjoyable.
Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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06/19/2023
I highly recommend this trip for the rich history and cultural information it contains. Our guide, Onur, was a fantastic, enthusiastic leader with an incredible wealth of knowledge to share. The trip includes hiking on small portions of the Lycian Way with incredible views of the Mediterranean and surrounding areas, but I found it to be extremely valuable for the knowledge I gained of the history and culture of the region. Highly recommended!
06/14/2023
The hiking trip is fascinating and super enjoyable.
06/06/2023
Great trip! Guides Selcen and Micky were fantastic; very knowledgeable on the local area and ancient sites. I’ll definitely be coming back to Turkey.
06/12/2023
Really exceeded my expectations. Beautiful views on the hikes, and while some portions of the terrain was quite difficult (think climbing very steep rocks, and scree, a lot of scree), the difficult portions didn't last for too long, and we always had our guide Miki to help us. Our other guide Selcen was amazing - very knowledgeable and passionate about history, and she and Miki made a great pair!! The accomodations were very cute and clean, especially on the last night. It wasn't hard to find meals or snacks nearby. My group was filled with great people. And we got to meet Kate, the lady who mapped out the Lycian Way. Overall a great tour, I'm really glad I did it.
05/30/2023
Amazing scenery, unique destinations, hiking can be strenuous, rocky and steep and long. Make sure you have ankle support shoes and in decent physical shape. Highly recommended, overall amazing experience!
05/21/2023
Excellent trip, provides a great insight into the history of the region, seeing many historic sites and stunning scenery along the way. Be prepared for some challenging hikes on a couple of days! Many thanks to Onur for being an excellent group leader.
05/17/2023
This tour was excellent value for anyone considering hiking parts of the Lycian Way; it would not be much cheaper to do it yourself! Having the company of an tour leader, Onur, meant that the trail was made safer and more interesting and the company of enthusiastic travellers was a great addition; all the charming hotels were great for end of day 'happy hour' get togethers before our great meals together. It was great to be taken to some off the beaten track places for meals with locals. As a regular hiker I had no trouble with the fitness required for this tour. Anyone who does regular exercise e.g. gym or hiking should have no trouble and I thoroughly recommend this tour for solo travellers. On this tour the participants were between 30s and 70s and we all got on well!
04/16/2023
Pros. Onur was an excellent Tour Leader. Group was good mix of people. Olympos Site was very good. 4 of the 7 hikes were worth the effort. Cons. Admissions advertised as included were not and had to be repaid. More scenic routes along coast could be taken. On the whole I am glad to have done it.
06/30/2022
Be prepared to put some effort in but you’ll have a great trip. You need to be fit to really enjoy the trip. The places you stay and experience you have will be great and the last day in particular is a real treat. Hopefully like me, you will also have a fantastic group to share it with.
07/21/2022
The Lycian way has one of the best views I have see while hiking. It can be a challenging terrain sometimes but for intermediate hikers it should be a lot of fun. Visiting something as old and fascinating as this, was an experience of a lifetime.
07/02/2022
We had a fantastic holiday hiking the Lycian Way. If you’re not familiar with the area then it’ll probably be slightly more challenging than you are expecting, lots of steep rocks and uneven ground, hiking poles are definitely recommended, if you go at the end of June like we did then expect it to be really hot and you’ll need a lot of water (we also kept a third flask with added hydration and electrolytes which worked well) whilst the walking is challenging, the rewards and views are amazing with some great hotels , food and places to see, plus some very friendly locals, overall a lovely trip.
05/28/2022
Exceeded expectations! Great hiking, history and views. Trip packs a lot of punch and variety. Hiking is a little challenging so do come prepared! Trip is planned really well and the end of the trip is the best part!
05/28/2022
The Lycian Way made for some tough hiking in late May however the views and trails were incredible, ancient ruins, the beautiful blue sea, the local flora - it was wonderful. The beach stop and boat ride were real gems and I felt very well rewarded for my hard work.
05/21/2022
Really enjoyed this challenging but rewarding trip that combines hiking over rugged terrain with stunning scenery, archaeological marvels, good accommodation and great company from fellow travellers.
06/03/2022
The hike offered amazing views of Turkey's coastline - truly spectacular! Visiting the villages and meeting the locals along the way really added to the authenticity to the trip and the natural surrounds. The people are friendly and warm, the landscape is rugged, challenging at times, and revealing...spotting wild tortoises along the way, who knew? Doing this trail offered short escapism from the every day grind and was most welcome. Really enjoyed the country and we had a great group.
11/01/2023
This is an incredible trip, I cannot recommend it highly enough. It allows one to hike across some stunning locations, rest and swim in serene coves and discover the rich and unbelievably interesting history of Lykia as the trail takes you through some of the numerous ancient sites and structures of the Lykian coast.
11/01/2023
The Lycian Way is a perfect trip for anyone who is interested in ancient cultures and beautiful scenery. The trip was a great way to condense all of the best aspects of the hiking route into 8 days. And the option of a boat ride,kayak or hiking one one day gave diversity to the trip. I thoroughly enjoyed. Thanks Intrepid!
10/04/2023
Excellent trip, I would recommend! Lovely trekking, scenery and culture visits to break up the walking sections.

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