Lycian Coast Hiking and Sea Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival and Olympos

The tour starts without missing a beat with a transfer to Olympos Beach, a coastal part of a national park. This is where a local group of sea turtles like to lay their eggs.

Check in, freshen up, and enjoy a swim and a welcome dinner.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Olympos
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 Olympos Hike

Olympos and the surrounding area have plenty to see, so get to it this morning! You’ll hike through blooming wildflower fields, pomegranate orchards, very old graveyards, and the city itself.

Once you’ve got your steps in, dip into the cool Mediterranean.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Olympos
Distance: 5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3 Ulupinar Village Hike and Beach Day

Get a little bit of activity and a whole lot of relaxation today. You’ll start with a hike to Ulupinar Village, where there’s a trout farm built on an icy spring. After lunch, you’ll hit the beach to relax.

After you’re sufficiently sunned, you’ll take a short hike to the “fire breathing monster” (Chiamera), an area known for constantly burning fires likely caused by methane gases (but the legend of the monster is way more fun).
Overnight Location: Hotel in Olympos
Distance: 9-10km hiking
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4 Sea Kayaking, Hiking, and Snorkelling at Ucagiz Lagoon

Enjoy breakfast and don your swimmies! You’ll start today in Ucagiz, a perfect base for exploring the lovely Kekova Sound and the sunken Kekova Island, which you’ll paddle around. You’ll take a short hike to a snorkelling spot over the ruins of Aperlai, where temples, pottery, and columns can be seen underwater.

Once you’re dried off, you’ll be driven to Kas for the evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kas
Distance: 1 hour hiking
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Free Day in Kas

Don’t misinterpret the sleepy vibe of this seaside town- there’s so much to do! You’ve got a free day to enjoy Kas as you please. Some optional excursions and activities are available for additional fees, including coasteering, mountain biking, scuba diving, ancient site tours, and paragliding.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kas
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Boat Cruise and Forest Hike

After breakfast, you’ll say goodbye to Kas and board a private boat bound for the Agalimani Cove. Here, enjoy swimming in the perfect blue sea. Next, you’ll take a hike (optional) through a pine forest with great ocean views. Find yourself at the underwater bath where Mark Antony is said to have seduced Cleopatra. Finally, stop in at the ancient necropolis of Telmessus.

You’ll head to pretty Dalyan for the evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Daylan
Distance: 9km hike (optional)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7 Iztuzu Beach and Ruins of Caunus

Your last full day on the tour won’t disappoint. Begin with a fishing boat ride to Iztuzu Beach, part of a natural delta where sea turtles lay their eggs. Explore the delta, perhaps snacking on some blue crabs in one of the local restaurants.

Next, you’ll take a quick hike to the impressive ruins of Caunus. You’ll end the day with a lovely goodbye dinner with 5th-century rock tombs within sight.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Daylan
Distance: 3km hiking
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 8 Tour Concludes

You won’t want to leave Turkey just yet! Book an extension to keep exploring or transfer to the airport to depart.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast