THE ULTIMATE LYCIAN WAY

Itinerary

• Flight Inclusive itinerary
• Land Only itinerary

Day 1

Depart London Gatwick for Antalya, arriving in the early hours of day 2. Transfer to the Pension in Goynuk.

Day 2

Today we walk through Goynuk gorge up to Kuzdere. We start from the pathway of an ancient transportation track (that used to be one of the important commercial trade routes within Lycia). We walk up the beautiful gorge through pine forests that often open up with spectacular views. We have one river crossing (dry in the autumn) but in the spring there is the chance to swim or paddle across. 6-7 hours walking - 18 km

Day 3

Gedelme to Mt Olympos base camp – Near Gedelme there are the ruins of a Genoese Castle, combined with a forest walk and an ancient Oak tree over 2000 years old this gives you the attraction of the peaceful and pine smelling track. After 8 km we walk up to an altitude of 1100 metres where the start zone of cedar and juniper trees dominates the hills. The whole area gives us a great opportunity to explore the fascinating endemic richness of flora of the region especially during the spring months. 5-6 hours walking - 16 km

Day 4

A very early start for those opting to climb Mt Olympos (2650 m). The climb is worth every step as at the summit ridge the views along the coast are breathtaking. In the early season the summit is dependant on the weather, but all being well we will start at 05.00 and those opting for just going over the ridge will start a couple of hours later. From the saddle the descent to Beycik is on a mule path and from Beycik we transfer to our pension in Cirali. 6-7 hours walking - 16 km

Day 5

This is a free day to relax and enjoy the long sandy beach at Cirali. In the evening there is an optional trek to the Eternal Flame at the Chimaera (2 hours) followed by dinner in a beachside restaurant.

Day 6

We start the day exploring the ruins at Olympos, which was one of the most important cities in the Lycian Union. We then climb overgrown hairpins, over the saddle of Musa Dag (Moses Mountain). We descend in to Adrasan on an old mule trail through the forest and past deserted farmhouses. 5 hours - 15 km

Day 7

Walking today starts off on a rocky footpath through the pine forest for about 1 hour. This section is uphill but you are rewarded for your efforts by fantastic sea views on your left at the top. We continue undulating until we reach a point with views of Geldonia lighthouse. The last 4 km is downhill until we actually reach the lighthouse. We transfer back to Antalya after the walk. 6-7 hours - 19 km

Day 8

Transfer to Antalya airport.