The ancient harbours of Phaselis among pine trees on the Mediterranean

Lycian Way Hike · Recommended tour · 5 days

5-Day Eastern Lycian Way Trek from Antalya

The eastern end of the Lycian Way is wilder than most people expect. In five days you follow the coast from the pine-shaded harbours of Phaselis to the village of Çıralı, climb over the shoulder of Mount Musa to Adrasan, and walk out to the old lighthouse on Cape Gelidonya, where the mountains drop straight into the sea. Swims in quiet coves, Lycian ruins in the forest and simple village guesthouses come with every day.

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The route

Four nights on the trail, luggage carried

  1. 1 Tekirova 1 night
  2. 2 Çıralı 1 night
  3. 3 Adrasan 1 night
  4. 4 Karaöz 1 night

Sites you visit

  • Phaselis
  • Olympos
  • Gelidonya Lighthouse
  • Antalya
Black SeaMediterranean SeaAegean Sea1 · 2 · 3 · 4Tekirova · Çıralı · Adrasan · Karaöz · Phaselis · OlymposGelidonya LighthouseAntalya
Every stop can be lengthened or shortened, and other places added.
The ancient harbours of Phaselis among pine trees on the Mediterranean
The ancient harbours of Phaselis among pine trees on the Mediterranean
The long beach of Çıralı below the Olympos mountains
The long beach of Çıralı below the Olympos mountains
Wild Lycian shoreline above turquoise water
Wild Lycian shoreline above turquoise water

Day by day

Your itinerary

  1. Day1

    Antalya to Tekirova, hiking to Phaselis

    We meet at Antalya Airport and drive along the coast to Kemer, where your guide gives a short briefing on the trail, safety and walking technique. An easy first walk brings you to Phaselis, an ancient harbour city with three little bays in the pines. Explore the ruins, swim, and walk on to Tekirova.

    6 km · 100 m ascent · Easy

    Overnight in Tekirova

  2. Day2

    Tekirova to Çıralı along the coast

    A long, beautiful coastal day past Cleopatra Cove, Teke Cove and Beycik Bay to Maden Cove, with plenty of chances to swim. The day ends in Çıralı, a quiet village of orange groves and guesthouses behind a long beach.

    20 km · 350 m ascent · Moderate

    Overnight in Çıralı

  3. Day3

    Olympos and Mount Musa to Adrasan

    Wander through the ruins of Olympos, half-hidden among laurel and pine in a green river valley. Then climb onto the slopes of Mount Musa for wide views over the coast before the long descent to the bay of Adrasan.

    15 km · 720 m ascent · Challenging

    Overnight in Adrasan

  4. Day4

    Gelidonya Lighthouse to Karaöz

    Today's highlight is the old lighthouse on Cape Gelidonya, with the island of Suluada spread out below. Stop for a swim at Korsan Cove, the Pirates' Cove, before walking on to the fishing village of Karaöz.

    21 km · 420 m ascent · Challenging

    Overnight in Karaöz

  5. Day5

    Antalya Archaeology Museum and departure

    Back in Antalya, visit the Archaeology Museum, one of the finest in Turkey, with statues and treasures from the cities you have just walked through. Transfer to Antalya Airport for your flight home.

    3 km · Easy

Price

From €580 per person

Per person, joining a small group of up to 15 and sharing a room.

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Included

  • 4 nights in hotels, bungalows and village guesthouses
  • 4 breakfasts, 5 packed lunches and 4 dinners
  • Licensed professional hiking guide
  • All transfers: airport, bus station and along the route
  • Luggage transfers between accommodations
  • Entrance fees to the sites and museum in the programme
  • Professional trekking equipment
  • Travel health insurance

Not included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Meals not listed in the programme
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses

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5-Day Eastern Lycian Way Trek from Antalya, from €580 per person. Per person, joining a small group of up to 15 and sharing a room.

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