Hiking Tour on the Central
Lycian Way
Self-guided, 3 days, challenging. From 275$, check FAQ for details
How it works: We organize your entire hike (accommodation, transfers, boat tour) and pay for everything except:
A route map with the most detailed description will also be provided: we will tell you where the best places to swim in the sea along the way are and where to look for sea turtles. Before your hike, we will conduct a video call, during which we will go through the entire route in detail and answer all your questions.
- Dinners in cafes and lunches;
- Bus tickets from Antalya to Demre and back (a private transfer can be arranged for an additional fee, if you prefer not to travel by regular bus);
- Boat transportation from the bay to Kaş (optional).
A route map with the most detailed description will also be provided: we will tell you where the best places to swim in the sea along the way are and where to look for sea turtles. Before your hike, we will conduct a video call, during which we will go through the entire route in detail and answer all your questions.
How it works: We organize your entire hike (accommodation, transfers, boat tour) and pay for everything except:
A route map with the most detailed description will also be provided: we will tell you where the best places to swim in the sea along the way are and where to look for sea turtles. Before your hike, we will conduct a video call, during which we will go through the entire route in detail and answer all your questions.
- Dinners in cafes and lunches;
- Bus tickets from Antalya to Demre and back (a private transfer can be arranged for an additional fee, if you prefer not to travel by regular bus);
- Boat transportation from the bay to Kaş (optional).
A route map with the most detailed description will also be provided: we will tell you where the best places to swim in the sea along the way are and where to look for sea turtles. Before your hike, we will conduct a video call, during which we will go through the entire route in detail and answer all your questions.
About the tour
Route and difficulty
3 days, 15 km per day. For experienced tourists.
Suitable for children from 12 yrs old
Suitable for children from 12 yrs old
Hotels, meals and pricing
Dinners in cafes, snacks for lunch. Accommodation in hotels.
From $275, see FAQ for more details on pricing.
From $275, see FAQ for more details on pricing.
Dates and weather
October - May.
Winter: 18-20 C; April, October, November: 23-27; May, early October: closer to 30.
Winter: 18-20 C; April, October, November: 23-27; May, early October: closer to 30.
Start and finish, plane tickets
The tour starts in Demre, where you need to arrive the day before from Antalya or Dalaman. The finish is in Kaş.
Маршрут на карте:
Itinerary
At 9:30, a driver will pick you up from Demre, where you need to arrive the day before, and take you to the start of the trail.
Today you need to walk 15 kilometers. Along the way, there will be a pebble beach, ancient fortresses, and the authentic village of Simena.
Today you need to walk 15 kilometers. Along the way, there will be a pebble beach, ancient fortresses, and the authentic village of Simena.
Day 1
15 kilometers - that's the distance for today. Along the way, there will be ancient cities: Apollonia and Aperlai, and many tombs of the ancient Lycians. At 17:00, a driver will pick you up and take you to Kaş.
Day 2
Today, you need to walk 13 kilometers. Along the route, there will be an interesting observation place and a wild beach with crystal clear water. There's also a bay along the way where you might see turtles if you're lucky.
The route ends in Kaş, but it can be shortened. At the 11th kilometer, you can take a boat to the city center. This will be detailed in the guide.
The route ends in Kaş, but it can be shortened. At the 11th kilometer, you can take a boat to the city center. This will be detailed in the guide.
Day 3
Views
Маршрут на карте:
Comfortable family-owned hotels on the trail
Accommodation
FAQ
3 days and 2 nights:
If it's just 1 person — $540.
If there are two of you — $275/person for double occupancy.
If there are 3 or more people — the price is on request, depending on accommodation and transport.
If you need to book a hotel before and after the tour — write to us. We will help :)
If it's just 1 person — $540.
If there are two of you — $275/person for double occupancy.
If there are 3 or more people — the price is on request, depending on accommodation and transport.
If you need to book a hotel before and after the tour — write to us. We will help :)
You can go on this tour at any time convenient for you.
- 2 nights in hotels with breakfasts;
- Transportation to or from the hotel along the route and luggage transportation;
- Detailed information about the route with an offline map;
- Online support during your tour from 9 to 21 Turkish time.
- Airfare;
- Insurance;
- SIM card;
- Boat from the bay to Kaş;
- Arranging medical insurance;
- Drinks - lunches - dinners;
- Souvenirs;
- Transport to Demre / from Kaş.
On the first day of the tour, you need to be in Demre. Therefore, you can come there the day before from Antalya or Dalaman, the journey takes 3-4 hours by public transport. You can also arrive in Demre early in the morning on the first day of the tour, but it might be challenging as the day is busy.
It's better to fly back the next day after the tour ends. The journey from Kaş to Antalya or Dalaman takes 4 hours by public transport.
You can buy air tickets without checked baggage and only take carry-on luggage, as you only need to bring comfortable summer clothes :)
It's better to fly back the next day after the tour ends. The journey from Kaş to Antalya or Dalaman takes 4 hours by public transport.
You can buy air tickets without checked baggage and only take carry-on luggage, as you only need to bring comfortable summer clothes :)
- Passport valid for 120 days after the end of the trip
- Check your visa requirement depending on the country you are from.
- Trekking poles (optional)
- Small backpack for daily use
- Seat pad (optional, but very convenient)
- Thermos (optional)
- Waterproof windbreaker (if not available, then a raincoat)
- Pants;
- Headgear;
- Comfortable, worn-in sneakers or trekking boots;
- Shorts;
- Underwear;
- T-shirts (as many as you need);
- Warm sweater;
- Swimsuit;
Hotels will have Wi-Fi. It may work intermittently, so if you need to be in touch 24/7, it's better to take a SIM card. This will be explained in the guide.
Better to have cash just in case. Mostly cards are accepted.