Walking East Lycian Way
Walking East Lycian Way
Walking East Lycian Way
8 Days Starting and ending in Antalya, Turkey
Visiting: Antalya, Göynük, Mount Olympos, Mount Chimaera, Adrasan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
56
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 8
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey along the East Lycian Way in Turkey, a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. This tour offers a blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue, starting with a hike through the stunning Goynuk Gorge, surrounded by lush pastures and orchards. Explore the ancient ruins of a Roman castle in Gedelme and consider an optional climb of Mount Olympos for breathtaking summit views. Discover the mystical Eternal Flames of Chimaera, a natural wonder, and trek through dense forests to the ancient city of Olympos. The adventure continues along the isolated coastline to the picturesque Gelidonia Lighthouse. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in guesthouses and a mountain resort, with meals included to fuel your daily treks. With seamless transportation and driver transfers, this tour ensures a hassle-free experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the captivating landscapes and rich history of the Lycian Way.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Antalya. Transfer To Goynuk
Location: Antalya
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Goynuk
You are met at Antalya Airport and transferred to your guesthouse in Goynuk. Or if you have booked extra nights in Antalya before the holiday, we can collect you from your hotel. Accommodation in Goynuk Walking for the day: none
Day 2 : Goynuk – Goynuk Yayla 17Km
Location: Göynük
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Ovacik
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A challenging day awaits, with an all day ascent starting at the entrance to Goynuk Gorge entrance, following some switchback ridges beneath pine trees, with excellent views to the surrounding pastures and orchards. Cross a remote boulder-strewn riverbed in the canyon where it may be necessary to take off your shoes and wade through in early spring and autumn. It is possible to swim at certain points too. Meet your driver near a bridge (850m) who transfers you to your hotel in Ovacik, with great sea and mountain views. Walking for the day: 17km, 6h, ?1,200m ?500m
Day 3 : Goynuk Yayla – Yayla Kuzdere 16Km
Location: Antalya
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Yayla Kuzdere (shared bathroom facilities)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s walk is another long but rewarding one, starting with a transfer back to where you left the walk yesterday. From here, trek along high mountain paths and tracks to the village of Gedelme, with ruins of a Roman castle. Continue on to the village of Yayla Kuzdere (900m), taking in views of Mount Tahtali. Spend the night in Sevim’s village house in Yayla Kuzdere. Walking for the day: 16km, 5h, ?460m ?530m
Day 4 : Yayla Kuzdere – Beycik (Optional Climb Of Mount Olympos)
Location: Mount Olympos
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Cirali
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Yayla Kuzdere, start with a steady steep climb up along a riverbed to the pastures of Cukur Yayla, just below Mount Olympos (Tahtali Dagi). Climb the pass from Cukur Yayla (1,950m) through a forest of pine and cedar trees, then descend via a steep winding path to the village of Beycik (900m). Your driver meets you takes you to Cirali (30mins) where you spend the night.Optional ascent of Mount Olympos (2,365m):Day four can be changed to include an ascent of Mount Olympos. If you choose this route, you don’t descend to Beycik but ascent from Yayla Kuzdere to the saddle and, from there, to the top. From the summit, take the cable car (€25 approx, payable locally) to the lower station and transfer to Cirali.
Day 5 : Rest Day / The Eternal Flames Of Chimaera
Location: Mount Chimaera
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Cirali
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Although this is a rest day, you an also add an extra trip to the ruins of ancient Olympos (6km along the beach) and then onto the ‘burning stones’ known as the Eternal Flames of Chimaera. Mount Chimaera was the name of this place in Ancient Lycia, where methane and other gases emerge from the rock and, causing them to burn constantly. Some ancient sources considered it to be the origin of the myth of the monster called the Chimera.
Day 6 : Cirali – Adrasan
Location: Adrasan
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Adrasan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s walk starts in Cirali, taking you the ancient city of Olympos and up Musa Dagi (Moses Mountain, 650m). The climb is through a dense forest with many strawberry trees, taking you past some minor ancient ruins. After taking a break near an old hut, descend through a forest, past deserted farmhouses, finally coming to sea level and your accommodation in the beautiful bay of Adrasan.
Day 7 : Adrasan – Gelidonia Lighthouse
Location: Adrasan
Accommodation Name: Accommodation in Adrasan
Another start directly from your hotel, the route leads south via Kizil Sirt (450m) along a remote and isolated coastline. Follow a rocky a path parallel to the coast at a high altitude along cliffs and green slopes with great sea views. After arriving at the lighthouse at the tip of Cape Gelidonia, you are met by your driver for a transfer to Adrasan. Dinner and overnight in the same hotel in Adrasan.
Day 8 : Departure
Location: Antalya
Transfer to Antalya Airport or extend to have more days in Antalya.
What's Included
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Airport Transfer
You are met at Antalya Airport and transferred to your guesthouse in Goynuk.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in guesthouses and hotels throughout the tour, including Natural Pension, Gul Mountain Resort, Sevim’s village house, Kiyi Pension, and Deniz Hotel.
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Meals
Meals included are dinner, breakfast, and picnic lunch on most days.
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Driver Transfers
Driver transfers are provided between certain locations, such as from Beycik to Cirali and from the lighthouse at Cape Gelidonia back to Adrasan.
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Transportation
Transportation includes airport transfers, daily transfers to starting points of walks, and pick-ups at the end of each day's trek, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional ascent of Mount Olympos and the cable car ride are not included and are payable locally.
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Lunch on Rest Day
Lunch on the rest day is not included but can be requested locally at your accommodation or bought in the village.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes airport transfers, daily transfers to starting points of walks, and pick-ups at the end of each day's trek, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
Accommodation
Stay in a variety of accommodations including guesthouses, a mountain resort, and a village house, offering shared bathroom facilities and scenic views throughout the journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodations are provided during the tour?
The tour provides a variety of accommodations including guesthouses, a mountain resort, and a village house. These accommodations offer shared bathroom facilities and scenic views throughout the journey.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, meals are included in the tour package. Dinner, breakfast, and picnic lunch are provided on most days.
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Is transportation provided during the tour?
Yes, transportation is provided, including airport transfers, daily transfers to the starting points of walks, and pick-ups at the end of each day's trek.
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Is the ascent of Mount Olympos included in the tour?
The ascent of Mount Olympos is an optional activity and is not included in the tour package. It is payable locally.
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What can I expect on the rest day of the tour?
On the rest day, you have the option to visit the ruins of ancient Olympos and the Eternal Flames of Chimaera. Lunch is not included on this day but can be requested locally or bought in the village.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Natural Adventure was founded by people who love hiking and cycling in wild and wonderful places. Places that we want to keep that way. Responsible tourism has, therefore, been at the heart of what we do since the get go.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
In April 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 crisis, we launched the Support Local Communities Initiative. We have enabled an option when booking a tour for customers to make a donation to support our local partners. 100% of the donations go directly to our local suppliers.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Whether you’re travelling on your own, as a couple, a group of friends, or a family, our self-guided holidays allow you the freedom to choose your own holiday companions.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our self guided walking and cycling holidays typically include: Accommodation, Breakfasts, Luggage transfers, Detailed holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, road notes and maps, 24/7 phone assistance by our local representative and/or our central office
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We are part of the 'Safe Travels' initiative.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, as long as you can reach the next location.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Accommodations in double or twin rooms (solo travellers are usually accommodated in single rooms at an extra cost; we never mix and match)
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If possible, and entirely at the discretion of the Tour Operator, a change of the dates may be possible without charging an amendment fee, provided that it is requested at least 30 days before the departure date. In some cases, we will still have to pass to you any non-refundable charges imposed by our suppliers. In all other cases, change of dates will normally be treated as a cancellation.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All places have been carefully checked by us and their quality is regularly monitored. We have selected accommodations that offer friendly service, clean and comfortable rooms and local flavour.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
The Natural Adventure was founded in the UK in 2009, by Peter Duncan, former UK Chief Scout and BBC Blue Peter presenter, and Alex Pazderski, an avid hiker and acclaimed expedition kayaker. Both natural adventurers and keen explorers of wild places and trails, remote communities and responsible tourism partners, Peter and Alex founded our company inspired by the responsible travel values t
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Low Deposit
The Natural Adventure requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 42 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of the natural adventure charges.
Up to 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.