Day 1 Arriva Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul at any time.
Day 2 Fethiye
Explore Istanbul, as we visit the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Haghia Sophia. In the afternoon fly to Dalaman for a relaxing evening in Fethiye.
Day 3 Fethiye (Lycian Way)
Start the day off with a trek up to Kayakoy. Originally named “Karmilassos,” this is an old Greek village given up at the beginning of the 20th century. Trek through a forest path with splendid panoramas, finishing with a walk down to the turquoise Oludeniz lagoon.
Day 4 Dalyan
Morning drive to the small harbour of Ekincik, from where we start our 3-hour hike to Kaunos, through pine forest and amazing sea views. Explore the Kaunos Ruins before boarding the boat to Iztuzu beach on the Dalyan Delta, past rock faces peppered with tombs. Watch for Loggerhead turtles, who lay eggs here in May and June.
Day 5 Pinara/Saklikent Canyon
Travel to ancient Pinara, at the foot of Mount Cragus, and enjoy an afternoon hike through the Saklikent canyon.
Day 6 Cadyanda
Morning journey to Uzumlu Village, and a long, steep climb to the ancient city of Cadyanda. Enjoy breathtaking views of Fethiye and a well deserved rest.
Day 7 Village Hike/Kabak
Today we embark on a full day of hiking through typical old Turkish villages. Travel to Ovacik following a panoramic view of Ölüdeniz lagoon until Kirme, where we rest with tea at a local tea house. Hike to the village of Faralya, where our vehicle takes us to the village of Kabak, to experience village life.
Day 8 Dalaman
Trade hiking boots for wheels, as we travel to Dalaman for a day of cycling. Our route, flanked by mountains, hugs the shore of Lake Kocagöl. Cycle through olive groves and shepherds, and end the day with a swim at Sarsila Bay.
Day 9 Sea Kayaking Gulf of Fethiye
Drop the wheels and grab a paddle as we jump into a kayak for a full day sea kayaking through the Gulf of Fethiye.
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