THE ULTIMATE LYCIAN WAY

Day 1
Depart London Gatwick for Antalya, 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 towering 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
The trail starts out amongst peaceful, pine-scented forests, taking us past th eruins of a Genoese castle and an ancient oak tree, over 2000 years old. 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 dependent on the weather, but all being well we will start at 5 a.m 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 at 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 into 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 at the top. We continue undulating until we reach our last great viewpoint, from where we can see the Gelidonya lighthouse rising from the coastline.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.