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Lycian Way Hiking Tour Turkey | 7 Day Trekking Adventure
Join a 7-Day Lycian Way Hiking Tour in Turkey and explore ancient Lycian ruins, Mediterranean coastal trails, traditional villages, and breathtaking landscapes with a Boutique Turkey DMC.
Lycian Way Hiking Tour Turkey
Discover Turkey's Most Famous Long-Distance Walking Trail
The Lycian Way Hiking Tour is a carefully designed 6 Nights / 7 Days trekking experience that combines breathtaking nature, ancient history, authentic local culture, and unforgettable Mediterranean scenery. Following selected sections of the world-famous Lycian Way, this journey offers an immersive adventure along Turkey's spectacular southwest coastline.
Recognized among the world's best hiking routes, the Lycian Way stretches between Fethiye and Antalya, connecting ancient Lycian cities, traditional villages, hidden coves, mountain paths, and panoramic coastal viewpoints. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking active holidays, cultural discovery, and meaningful experiences beyond conventional sightseeing.
Why Choose the Lycian Way?
The Lycian Way is Turkey's first long-distance hiking trail and one of the most iconic trekking routes in the Mediterranean region. Along the route, hikers walk through landscapes shaped by thousands of years of history while enjoying stunning views of the turquoise coast.
From ancient ruins and archaeological sites to pine forests, rugged mountain trails, and authentic village life, every day reveals a different side of Turkey's natural and cultural heritage.
Tour Highlights
6 Nights / 7 Days guided hiking and trekking experience.
Explore the most scenic sections of the Lycian Way.
Visit ancient Lycian cities and archaeological sites
Walk along spectacular Mediterranean coastal trails
Experience authentic Turkish village life
Discover hidden bays, mountain landscapes, and panoramic viewpoints
Enjoy regional cuisine and local hospitality
Boutique accommodation throughout the journey
Professional local guides and operational support
Suitable for individuals, groups, and special interest travelers
Destinations Along the Route
Depending on the selected itinerary, the tour may include some of the most famous locations along the Lycian Way:
- Fethiye
- Ölüdeniz
- Faralya
- Butterfly Valley viewpoints
- Kabak Bay
- Patara
- Xanthos Ancient City
- Kaş
- Kalkan
Ancient Lycian settlements
Each destination offers unique opportunities for hiking, photography, cultural exploration, and interaction with local communities.
A Perfect Combination of Nature and Culture
Unlike traditional hiking holidays, the Lycian Way offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and historical discovery. Travelers walk through landscapes once used by the ancient Lycian civilization, passing rock tombs, forgotten pathways, archaeological remains, and centuries-old villages.
The route provides exceptional opportunities for photography, wellness travel, active tourism, and cultural immersion while enjoying the beauty of Turkey's Mediterranean coast.
Who Is This Tour For?
- This program is ideal for:
- Hiking enthusiasts
- Trekking groups
- Nature lovers
- Adventure travelers
- Photography enthusiasts
- Active holiday seekers
- Cultural explorers
- Special interest travel groups
Why Travel With Deema Travel DMC?
As a Boutique Turkey DMC, Deema Travel specializes in designing authentic and carefully curated travel experiences across Turkey. Our local expertise, operational excellence, and personalized service ensure a seamless journey from arrival to departure.
Whether you are looking for a guaranteed departure program, a private hiking holiday, or a tailor-made group experience, our team delivers memorable adventures designed around your clients' expectations.
Request Your Lycian Way Hiking Tour.
Contact Deema Travel DMC to receive detailed itineraries, departure schedules, group options, and tailor-made programs for your next hiking adventure in Turkey.
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Tour Details
Lycian Way Hike Tour from Fethiye 7days 6nights
The 530-kilometer walking path between Fethiye and Antalya, which wraps around the Lycian coast, is ready to generously share a piece of paradise of the Mediterranean with you, while immersing you in its rich cultural heritage.
Lycian way connects to its city to each other. Lycian people used that way for trade and transportation between the Lycian cities.
The Lycian Way has been chosen as the best trekking route in 10 different routes worldwide. Because some parts of the way pass through villages, more accommodation options are available while walking.
The Lycian Way is signed by volunteers with the support of some sponsor companies.
You can embark on the remarkable 7days Lycian Way Hike Tour from Fethiye. you can be immersed yourself in the stunning landscapes and ancient ruins along this renowned trail. Let’s discover the beauty of the Lycian coast while experiencing a carefully curated itinerary that blends adventure with cultural exploration. Join us for an unforgettable journey through history and nature on this exceptional Lycian Way expedition.
We will start hiking on Lycian Way from Fethiye. We see the Kayaköy, Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon), Ovacık, Mount Babadağ, Faralya (Butterflies Valley), Kabak Beach. This route is suitable for short-term lover trekking.
West Lycian Way hiking is the popular trail for Lycian Way trekking tours. Unforgettable ölüdeniz views, seven capes scenic view walking, Magnificent Kabak Bay will accompany the hikers.
West Lycian Way Hike Tour from Fethiye Details
Meeting Point : Dalaman Airport / Fethiye
Group Tours: 09:00 Dalaman landed flights or 1 day earlier you can reach to Fethiye or Dalaman
Activity Level: Easy-Medium ( Level : 3/5 )
Tour Duration: 7 Days, 6 Nights
Accommodation: During the walk, we stay at standard hotel, bungalows runned by local families.
Group Size: 4-15 persons (Can be organized as private hike tour, please send enquiry)
Transportation: Air-conditioned bus, vito van or private car
Highlights
- Visit the villages showcasing west village culture.
- Amazing views and Bays
- Evening dinner at villages.
- Do Paragliding on Mount Babadağ with Blue Lagoon view.
- Explore the Kalkan
- Walking in forest and coastal paths in nature.
- Explore the Ancient Trade Paths
DAY 1: Our Shuttle transfer Service departs at 09:45am from Dalaman airport. Please buy your flight ticket for 09:00am landed flights or you can arrive 1 day before and stay at Hotel in Fethiye. Departure from Fethiye 10:30 am.
We walk from ghost town(Kayaköy) to Blue Lagoon. 2 hours 3 km
After meeting with our group, we drive to Kayaköy with a short driving. Around Kayaköy, there are cafes and restaurants, we have pancakes in an authentic restaurant in Karaköy. We start the walk from here.
Kayaköy is deserted town by Greks. It was an old Greek village. After Founded Turkey Rebuplic, there was the population Exchange between Turks and Greks in 1924 year.While the Greks moving from Kayaköy, they burn the town and wanted to leave a ghost town behind them. We see the some houses and we see the big church at the centre of the town. “The Water Diviner” Movie film was shooted in Kayaköy. Famous artist, Russel Crowe was on leader role.Kayaköy was know by everyone and we have the chance to see that village.
We start to hike from the Kayaköy and walk on the ghost street. We contunie to the walk towards to Ölüdeniz by seeing the bays along the ancient Lycian road under the pine trees. After descent walking, reach the fabulous blue lagoon(Ölüdeniz) we have a swimming break at Ölüdeniz beach and transfer back to our hotel in Ovacık.
Note: Fethiye is the paragliding place. We have time after hiking for paragliding. Anyone who wants to do paragliding from Babadağ, they can let our guide about that wish.
DAY 2: Ovacık-Mount Babadağ-Butterfly Valley-Faralya 14 km - 6 hours trekking
Over view for Route: The walk starts from 1000 m height above sea level and 400 m ascent and 350 m descent Pension : Faralya
After breakfast we will transfer to Ovacık Lycian Way hiking point. There is the starting point of the Lycian Way Trail. We'll follow the way which is along the ridge of Mountain Babadag. Trekking route is in forest and path. This trail is the the most magnificent view for trekers. It contains the blue lagoon (Oludeniz), butterfly valley and paragliders.
Then we will arrive to Faralya. Accommodation in a pension in Faralya.
DAY 3: Faralya-Kabak Hiking 12 km / 5 hours
Accommodation: Faralya
We start our walk from the hotel. The Butterfly Valley names coming from the blue butterflies. Top of the valley, there is a water sources and there are fascinating view and lot of butterfly that enchants us. After morning break shots in the butterfly valley, we start to hiking forward to Kabak. We stop at Kabak bay and swimming break. After the sea break here, transfer to the hotel.
DAY 4: Alınca-Ge Village Hiking 9 km 5-6 hours
After a short transfer to Alınca, we start to hike from Alınca. The view of the Seven Capes welcomes us from 750 metres up. Trail is almostly descent and zinzang line. Hiking to Ge village, the trail getting flat and easier. Our view almostly willl be seven capes and cistern and forest path on the road. At the end of the hike, transfer to our guest house.
Day 5 Gey - Sidyma Ancient City - Boğaziçi Hike Transfer to Kalkan (5 hours/ 5-6 hours)
We have breakfast and start our hiking from the village of Ge. Today we will visit one of the Lycian cities; Sidyma. Today is a easy day and when we arrive at Sidyma, we have lunch at village house. After lunch we arrive at Boğaziçi village. Our bus will be ready there to transfer us to the Kalkan. Accommodation in Kalkan hotel and dinner at the hotel.
Day 6 Delikkemer-Patara Hike 8kms (4hours)
After a short transfer, we arrive to Delikkemer that is the impressive Roman aquaduct. That huge water canal sysyem provide the water for Patara city and it comes from Çavdır Mountain village. We walk through this ancient aqueduct road to the city of Patara. We explore Patara ancient city, the capital of the Lycian Union. You will see the first parlement of the world. We explore the theatre, assembly building, Roman bath, temples, main streets and other ruins in the city with the explanation of our guide. Have a swimming break at the sandy beach of Patara.
Day 7 Transfer to Dalaman Airport
Included
Specialized bilingual guide
6 nights accomadation in hotel (Standart hotel,bungalows bed&breaksfast)
Transfers (all airport to hotel and hotel the airport transfer, transfers to walking starting point and get back to hotel transfer after walking).
Sandwiches on walking time as lunch.
Excluded
Additional Services
Insurance
Drink
Entry fee for ancient city.
