Fethiye to Antalya · 540 km of Wonder

Walk the Lycian Way

One of the world's top long-distance trails. Ancient ruins, turquoise coves, mountain passes, and timeless villages along Turkey's Mediterranean coast.

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A Trail Like No Other

The Lycian Way stretches 540 kilometres along Turkey's stunning southwestern coast, from Fethiye to Antalya. Named after the ancient Lycian civilization that thrived here over 2,000 years ago, this trail weaves through some of the most dramatic landscapes in the Mediterranean.

Walk past rock-cut tombs, explore abandoned Greek villages, swim in hidden coves, and sleep under star-filled skies. Whether you tackle the full trail or a curated section, the Lycian Way will stay with you forever.

540 Kilometres
29 Days (Full Trail)
2,000+ Years of History
Oct–May Best Season
Lycian Way coastal trail

Choose Your Adventure

From weekend escapes to the full 540 km journey — there's a Lycian Way for everyone

Full Trail
Most Popular
~30 Days Challenging

The Classic Full Trail

The complete Fethiye-to-Antalya experience. Walk every kilometre of the legendary 540 km trail through coastal paths, mountain passes, and ancient Lycian cities.

  • All meals & accommodation included
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Luggage transfers between stops
  • Airport transfers included
From £2,850 / person
Highlights Trek
Best Value
10 Days Moderate

Highlights Trek

The best sections hand-picked by our guides. From the Butterfly Valley to Olympos, experience the most spectacular parts of the Lycian Way without the full commitment.

  • Curated best-of-trail sections
  • Mix of coastal & mountain walking
  • Boutique pensions & guesthouses
  • Small groups (max 12)
From £1,450 / person
Weekend Escape
2–3 Days Easy–Moderate

Weekend Escape

Perfect for first-timers or those short on time. Walk the most accessible and scenic section around Kas and Kalkan, with stunning sea views and a charming harbour town.

  • Ideal introduction to the trail
  • Comfortable hotel stays
  • Guided or self-guided options
  • Flexible start dates
From £395 / person
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Private & Custom Tours

Want something tailored to your group? We design bespoke Lycian Way itineraries — choose your dates, pace, accommodation style, and sections. Perfect for families, corporate groups, or solo adventurers.

  • Fully customisable itinerary
  • Private guide & support vehicle
  • Any duration, any section
  • Luxury or rustic — your choice
Starting from £200 / day

Find Your Perfect Group

Every hiker is different. Tell us what matters to you and we'll match you with the right group.

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What's your preferred pace?

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Your Perfect Match

Based on your preferences, we recommend:

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Solo Friendly

Solo Traveller Groups

Designed for individual travellers. Join a group of fellow solo hikers — no awkward "third wheel" feeling. Everyone comes alone, everyone leaves with new friends.

  • Icebreaker activities on day one
  • Shared rooms available (save money)
  • WhatsApp group before departure
  • Max 12 people, typically 50/50 gender mix
Monthly departures
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Romantic

Couples & Honeymoon

Walk the trail with your partner alongside other couples. Romantic guesthouse stays, sunset dinners by the harbour, and shared memories on the ancient coast.

  • Private double rooms guaranteed
  • Romantic dinner arrangements
  • Flexible pace for two
  • Small groups (3–5 couples)
Spring & autumn departures
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Family

Family-Friendly Groups

Shorter daily walks, kid-friendly activities, and accommodation with families in mind. Treasure hunts at ancient ruins keep little explorers engaged.

  • Max 8–10 km daily walks
  • Ages 6+ welcome
  • Swimming stops & beach time built in
  • Family rooms & child-friendly menus
School holiday dates
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18–35

Young Adventurers

High energy, social atmosphere, longer daily distances. Mix of trail hiking, beach hangs, and late-night conversations in treehouse bars. Meet travellers your own age.

  • Ages 18–35 only
  • Hostel & treehouse stays
  • Social evenings included
  • Larger groups (12–20)
Monthly, Mar–Nov
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50+

Over 50s

Comfortable pace, quality accommodation, and companions who share your life stage. Longer stops at historical sites, culinary experiences, and an unhurried rhythm.

  • Moderate pace, 10–15 km/day
  • Boutique hotel stays
  • Cultural programme included
  • Small groups (6–10)
Spring & autumn
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Women Only

Women-Only Departures

A safe, supportive, and empowering group of women walking the trail together. Female guide, strong community feel, and a shared sense of adventure.

  • Female guide & support team
  • All ages welcome
  • Yoga & mindfulness sessions
  • Groups of 8–12
Quarterly departures
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Creative

Photography Groups

Golden-hour starts, drone-friendly stops, and a professional photographer guide who knows every composition-worthy viewpoint on the trail.

  • Professional photo guide
  • Golden hour & blue hour walks
  • Editing workshops in the evenings
  • Small groups (6–8)
Oct & April departures
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Cultural

History & Archaeology

Walk with an archaeologist guide who brings the Lycian civilisation to life. Extended visits to UNESCO sites, museum stops, and scholarly commentary on every ruin.

  • Expert archaeologist guide
  • All six major ancient sites visited
  • Evening lectures & discussions
  • Groups of 8–12
Spring & autumn
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Culinary

Food & Culture Trail

Walk less, eat more. Shorter hiking days combined with cooking classes, market visits, wine tastings, and the best local restaurants along the coast.

  • Village cooking classes
  • Market tours & tastings
  • 8–12 km daily walking
  • Groups of 6–10
Year-round
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Language

Language-Specific Groups

Not everyone speaks English. We run dedicated departures in German, French, Dutch, and Turkish with native-speaking guides.

  • German, French, Dutch & Turkish groups
  • Native-speaking guides
  • All itineraries available
  • Request your language
On request
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Wellness

Digital Detox & Wellness

Leave your phone behind. Morning yoga, silent walking segments, journaling, hamam visits, and a focus on being present in one of the world's most beautiful landscapes.

  • No-phone policy encouraged
  • Yoga & meditation sessions
  • Hamam & wellness stops
  • Intimate groups (4–8)
Monthly, Mar–Nov
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Athletic

Trail Running & Ultra

For serious athletes. Cover the trail in half the time with running segments, support vehicle backup, and a group who shares your competitive edge.

  • 30–40 km/day running pace
  • Full trail in 12–15 days
  • Support vehicle & hydration
  • Groups of 4–8
Spring & autumn

Discover the Lycian Coast

The trail connects vibrant towns, each with its own character — explore them all

Kas harbour town
Trail Hub

Kaş

A bohemian harbour town with rooftop restaurants overlooking Greek island Meis, boutique shops in narrow streets, and the best diving on the coast. The heartbeat of the Lycian Way.

Harbour Dining Scuba Diving Amphitheatre Island Boats
Oludeniz Blue Lagoon
Must See

Ölüdeniz

Home to the world-famous Blue Lagoon and Turkey's paragliding capital. Tandem flights from Babadağ mountain offer jaw-dropping aerial views of the turquoise coastline below.

Blue Lagoon Paragliding Butterfly Valley Beach Life
Fethiye market and harbour
Gateway City

Fethiye

The western gateway to the Lycian Way. A bustling market town with a spectacular Tuesday bazaar, Lycian rock tombs rising above the harbour, and a lively fish market where you pick your catch and they cook it.

Tuesday Bazaar Rock Tombs Fish Market Ghost Village
Kalkan hillside village
Hidden Gem

Kalkan

An elegant hillside village tumbling down to a small harbour. White-washed Ottoman houses now host rooftop restaurants with sweeping sea views. Quieter and more refined than its neighbours.

Rooftop Dining Ottoman Houses Kaputaş Beach Boutique Hotels
Olympos ruins and beach
Backpacker Favourite

Olympos

Ancient Lycian ruins meet a wild, untouched beach in a forested valley. Famous for its treehouse hostels, the nearby Chimera eternal flames, and a relaxed vibe that makes people stay for weeks.

Treehouse Stays Chimera Flames Wild Beach Ancient Ruins
Antalya old town
Trail End

Antalya

The grand finale of the Lycian Way. A sophisticated Mediterranean city with the stunning Kaleiçi old town, world-class museums, waterfalls tumbling into the sea, and vibrant nightlife to celebrate your achievement.

Kaleiçi Old Town Museums Waterfalls Nightlife

Walk Through 3,000 Years of History

The Lycian coast is one of the richest archaeological regions in the Mediterranean

Xanthos ruins
UNESCO World Heritage

Xanthos

Capital of ancient Lycia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Monumental pillar tombs, a Roman theatre, and the famous Nereid Monument foundations stand as testament to one of antiquity's most fiercely independent civilisations.

Near Kınık village · On the trail between Fethiye and Kaş
Letoon sanctuary
UNESCO World Heritage

Letoon

The sacred religious centre of the Lycian League, dedicated to the goddess Leto and her children Apollo and Artemis. Three temples, a nymphaeum flooded with crystal-clear water, and a well-preserved theatre make this a peaceful, powerful site.

3 km from Xanthos · Often visited together
Patara beach and ruins
Beach & Ruins

Patara

Birthplace of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus) and home to the Lycian League's parliament building — considered the world's first democratic assembly. After exploring the ruins, walk through the dunes to Turkey's longest unbroken beach: 18 km of golden sand.

Between Kalkan & Kaş · Directly on the trail
Myra rock tombs
Iconic

Myra

Spectacular Lycian rock-cut tombs carved into sheer cliff faces, looking like an ancient apartment block frozen in stone. The enormous Roman amphitheatre below still hosts occasional performances. Nearby Demre is where St. Nicholas served as bishop.

Near Demre · Short detour from the trail
Sunken city Kekova
Unique

Kekova & Simena

A sunken ancient city visible through crystal-clear waters, destroyed by earthquakes in the 2nd century. Kayak or take a boat over the submerged ruins, then climb to the tiny Crusader castle at Simena for one of the most unforgettable views on the entire coast.

Accessible by boat from Kaş or Üçağız · Day trip
Phaselis ruins by the sea
Trail Finale

Phaselis

A Greco-Roman port city set among three natural harbours, shaded by towering pine trees with Mt. Olympos as backdrop. Stroll along the marble-paved main avenue, swim off the ancient harbour, and imagine Alexander the Great wintering here in 334 BC.

Near Kemer · Final stretch of the Lycian Way

Beyond the Trail

The Lycian coast offers far more than walking — make it a complete Mediterranean adventure

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Paragliding Over Ölüdeniz

Tandem paraglide from 1,960m Babadağ mountain and soar over the Blue Lagoon. No experience needed — just pure adrenaline and the most photogenic 30 minutes of your life.

From £65 · Year-round
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Boat Trips & Island Hopping

Sail to hidden coves, swim in emerald bays, and visit the Sunken City of Kekova. Full-day gulet cruises from Kaş include lunch, snorkelling stops, and sunset views.

From £35 · April – November
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Scuba Diving & Snorkelling

Crystal visibility, underwater canyons, amphora fields, and even a submerged plane wreck. Kaş is Turkey's diving capital with PADI centres offering everything from try-dives to advanced courses.

From £40 · May – October
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Turkish Culinary Experiences

Join a village cooking class to make gözleme and mantı. Feast on meze platters at harbourside fish restaurants. Wake up to legendary Turkish breakfasts with 20+ dishes. Visit the Fethiye fish market where you choose your catch.

Cooking classes from £30
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Saklıkent Gorge

Wade through an 18 km canyon with ice-cold water rushing between 300-metre cliffs. One of the deepest gorges in Europe and an exhilarating contrast to the warm coastal trail. Stop for trout at the riverside platforms.

Day trip from Fethiye · March – November
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Chimera — The Eternal Flames

Natural gas vents that have been burning for over 2,500 years on a mountainside near Olympos. The ancient Greeks believed it was the breath of a fire-breathing monster. Best visited at dusk when the flames dance against the darkening sky.

Free entry · Best at sunset
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Sea Kayaking & SUP

Paddle over the sunken ruins of Kekova, explore sea caves along the coast, or SUP at sunrise in the calm bays around Kaş. Guided tours combine kayaking with swimming and snorkelling at secluded spots.

From £45 · April – October
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Turkish Hamam & Wellness

After days on the trail, nothing beats a traditional Turkish bath. Steam, scrub, foam massage, and complete relaxation. Many towns along the route have authentic hamams — the perfect reward for tired hiking legs.

From £20 · Year-round
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Weekly Markets & Village Life

Every town has its weekly market day — a riot of colour with fresh produce, spices, textiles, leather goods, and handmade crafts. Tuesday in Fethiye, Friday in Kaş. Chat with locals, haggle for souvenirs, and taste the real Turkey.

Free · Different towns, different days

From Our Hikers

Real stories from the trail

★★★★★

"I've hiked in Patagonia, Nepal, and the Alps — but the Lycian Way is something else entirely. The combination of ancient history, turquoise sea, and wild mountain terrain is unmatched."

JW
James W. Full Trail · October 2025
★★★★★

"We did the Highlights Trek with our two teenage kids and it was the best family holiday we've ever had. The guides were knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate."

SB
Sarah B. Highlights Trek · April 2025
★★★★★

"Booked the Weekend Escape on a whim and now I'm planning to come back for the full trail. Waking up to that view over Kas harbour — magic. Absolutely magic."

DR
David R. Weekend Escape · March 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you walk

The ideal seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November). Summer is too hot for comfortable hiking, and some high sections may have snow in deep winter. October and April are particularly beautiful, with mild temperatures and fewer crowds.

It varies greatly by section. Coastal stretches are relatively easy, while mountain sections involve steep ascents and rocky terrain. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended. Our Highlights Trek and Weekend Escape are suitable for most active people; the Full Trail requires good endurance.

Sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing, sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), a refillable water bottle, a lightweight rain jacket, and a basic first-aid kit. For guided tours, we provide a detailed packing list upon booking. Luggage transfers mean you only carry a daypack.

Depending on your chosen package, accommodation ranges from family-run pensions and village guesthouses to boutique hotels. On the Full Trail, some nights are spent in treehouses or simple mountain lodges. All accommodation is clean, comfortable, and authentically Turkish.

Our standard guided groups have a maximum of 12 people, ensuring a personal experience on the trail. Private tours can be arranged for any group size — from solo travellers to corporate teams of 30+.

Yes, comprehensive travel insurance that covers hiking activities is mandatory for all our guided tours. We recommend policies that include emergency evacuation cover. We can suggest suitable providers upon request.

We require a 15% deposit to secure your booking, payable by card via our secure Stripe checkout. This deposit is deducted from your total trip cost when you arrive. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your departure date. Please note that deposits are non-refundable, but can be transferred to an alternative date with at least 60 days' notice.

Ready to Walk the Lycian Way?

Drop us a message and we'll help you plan the perfect trail experience. Whether you have a question or are ready to book — we'd love to hear from you.

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Email hello@lycianway.co.uk
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Phone +44 20 7946 0958
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Based in London, UK & Kas, Turkey