Ancient ports and necropolises
The ruins of the ancient Lycian harbour of Kalabantia right at the water's edge and the ancient sarcophagi of Lycia.
Muğla / Antalya
Lightweight trekking along the Lycian Way: from Fethiye to Patara
A classic coastal trek, travelling light, along the most scenic stretches of the Lycian Way, with nights in atmospheric guesthouses and hot lunches at panoramic spots.
- 7 days
- 68.7 km
- ↑3000 ↓3200 m
- ★★★★★
7 daysduration
68.7 kmdistance
↑3000 ↓3200 mgain / loss
★★★★★difficulty · medium
What you will see
The Lycian Way is one of the most picturesque and contrasting trekking routes in the world, linking the turquoise bays of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas with the spurs of the Taurus Mountains.
We will walk the route light, with small day packs and at a comfortable pace, without heavy tents or sleeping bags. Ahead of us are the abandoned ghost town of Kayakoy, the panoramas of the Blue Lagoon of Ölüdeniz, the wild bays of Kabak and Cennet, the high trails of the "Seven Capes" massif and the golden dunes of the 18-kilometre Patara beach.
During the day we cook hot lunches at scenic passes, and in the evenings we stay in authentic family pensions for home-cooked dinners and tea.
The Seven Capes traverse (Yediburunlar)
A high panoramic trail at cloud level, ancient Ottoman domed cisterns and an age-old olive tree.
Kabak Bay and wild beaches
The protected Kabak valley, the crystal-clear Aktaş beach and the secluded Paradise Bay with turquoise water.
The ghost town of Kayaköy
Hundreds of abandoned stone houses and the ancient basilicas of the Greek settlement of Levissi, in the open air.
Views of Ölüdeniz and Mount Babadağ
Breathtaking panoramas of the turquoise lagoon and paragliders taking off from the heights of the Taurus Mountains.
Patara sandy beach
An endless 18-kilometre sandy beach with dunes and the river mouth at the end of the route.
Tour itinerary
Day 1 From Fethiye through the ghost town of Kayaköy to the Blue Lagoon
08:30 – 09:00 — Group meeting in Fethiye at the trail starting point, gear check, brief safety talk.
09:00 – 11:00 — Walk up and across the pine forest over the pass (~300 m a.s.l.) from Fethiye to the Kayaköy valley (6 km, 2 hours of walking).
11:00 – 12:30 — Exploring the abandoned ghost town of Kayaköy (Levissi), visiting old stone churches and panoramic lanes.
12:30 – 14:30 — Climb to the viewpoint pass above Ölüdeniz (~410 m), hot Izyfood freeze-dried lunch at a viewpoint overlooking the Blue Lagoon.
14:30 – 16:30 — Rocky scenic descent along a winding forest trail to the Belceğiz coast.
16:30 – 19:00 — Swimming in the turquoise sea, relaxing on Belceğiz beach, watching paragliders.
Overnight: Ölüdeniz / Ovacık, hotel / guesthouse
Day 2 Babadağ, traverse of the mountain slopes and sunset in Faralya
08:30 – 09:30 — Breakfast, packing and handing in main luggage for transfer, walk to the cable car.
09:30 – 10:30 — Ride up the Babadağ Teleferik cable car to ~1,200 m, 360° coastal panorama.
10:30 – 13:30 — High-altitude trek along the slopes of Babadağ with views of the sea horizon, walk to the village of Kozağaç.
13:30 – 14:30 — Break in the shade of ancient plane trees by a mountain spring, hot Izyfood lunch and tea.
14:30 – 17:00 — Walk over the Kirme pine pass to the village of Faralya (~340 m).
17:00 – 19:30 — Check-in at the guesthouse, walk to the viewpoint above Butterfly Valley, watch the sunset.
19:30 – 21:00 — Home-cooked dinner on the guesthouse terrace with a view of the evening sea.
Overnight: Faralya (Uzunyurt), traditional guesthouse
Day 3 Coastal trek from Faralya to the protected Kabak bay
08:00 – 09:00 — Traditional Turkish breakfast, gear check and restocking drinking water.
09:00 – 11:30 — Set off on the coastal viewpoint trail, through pine groves and olive terraces to the rocky Aktaş bay.
11:30 – 13:00 — Break on Aktaş beach, swimming in the clearest turquoise water, Izyfood hot lunch in the shade of the pines.
13:00 – 15:00 — Climb to a rocky ledge with a panoramic view over the Kabak bay basin, then descend into the valley.
15:00 – 17:30 — Rest on Kabak beach / optional side trek to the natural basin of the Aladere waterfall.
17:30 – 19:30 — Check-in at bungalows / eco-camp, sunset watch over the Kabak valley.
19:30 – 21:30 — Shared dinner of Aegean dishes, evening rest.
Overnight: Kabak Bay, eco-camp / bungalows
Day 4 Wild beaches — Paradise Bay and the ancient harbour of Kalabantia
08:30 – 09:30 — Breakfast in the Kabak valley, packing rucksacks, preparing for the walk along the sea.
09:30 – 11:30 — Trail through the coastal relict forest with ups and downs to Cennet Koyu (Paradise Bay).
11:30 – 14:00 — Swimming on the wild sandy Paradise Beach, Izyfood hot lunch and tea on the stove.
14:00 – 15:30 — Scenic walk along the coastal cliffs to Sançaklı bay and the ruins of the ancient port of Kalabantia.
15:30 – 17:30 — Exploring the ruins of the ancient Lycian harbour, sarcophagi and fortifications right by the water.
17:30 – 19:30 — Sunset over the open sea on ancient rock slabs.
19:30 – 21:30 — Dinner under the starry sky to the sound of the surf.
Overnight: Kalabantia / Sançaklı (or transfer to a guesthouse in Kabak/Alinca), camp / guesthouse
Day 5 Panoramas of the "Seven Capes", Ottoman cisterns and the village of Bel
08:00 – 09:00 — Village breakfast, restocking drinking water (2–2.5 L per person).
09:00 – 11:30 — High-level traverse of the plateau above the "Seven Capes" massif (Yediburunlar, 500–716 m), visiting domed Ottoman cisterns (sarnıç).
11:30 – 13:00 — Walk through the mountain village of Gey, stop for freshly squeezed juice and tea at a local café.
13:00 – 14:30 — Descent on a stony trail into the secluded Gemili valley, Izyfood hot lunch in the shade of an ancient relict olive tree.
14:30 – 17:00 — Gentle climb along a forest path through the pine woods and rock gates to the high-mountain plateau of Bel (~650 m).
17:00 – 19:30 — Arrival in the village of Bel, check-in at a traditional family guesthouse, hot shower, rest.
19:30 – 21:30 — Hearty home-cooked dinner made from village produce, discussing the day's impressions.
Overnight: Bel village (Bel Köyü), family guesthouse
Day 6 Descent via Gavuragılı to Patara beach and expedition finish
08:00 – 09:00 — Farewell village breakfast in Bel, packing rucksacks, preparing trekking poles for the descent.
09:00 – 10:30 — Walk across the Beldegiz saddle (~705 m) to the start of the panoramic descent.
10:30 – 13:00 — Descent on a rocky serpentine trail with the 18-kilometre Patara beach coming into view, down to the village of Gavuragılı.
13:00 – 14:00 — Break in the shade of eucalyptus trees in Gavuragılı, Izyfood hot lunch and rest.
14:00 – 15:30 — Flat walk along the pine forest to the mouth of the Özlen river and the sandy Karadere beach (Patara).
15:30 – 17:30 — Ceremonial trek finish, swimming in the sea on the sand dunes of Patara, celebrating the completion of the route.
From 17:30 — Transfer to Kınık, end of the official tour programme, participants leave for Kaş, Fethiye or Antalya.
Overnight: Not included in the programme (or a hotel in Kaş/Kınık if you extend your stay)
Day 7 Free day and flight home
All day — Free time, souvenir shopping, transfers of participants to Dalaman (DLM) or Antalya (AYT) airports, flight home.
Good to know
The price depends on the booking date:
$550 when booked by 15 September 2026
$580 when booked by 30 September 2026
$610 when booked by 7 October 2026
Accommodation and meals. Accommodation in guesthouses and hotels is not included in the base price — this lets everyone choose the format they prefer (a private room for a couple, a single room or a bed in a shared room).
All locations are checked and approved by the guide in advance. 2–3 weeks before departure we collect the group's individual preferences for sleeping arrangements and book everything centrally. Accommodation is paid on site at check-in.
Approximate accommodation budget: €180–240 for the whole route per person (twin/shared rooms with breakfasts). Dinners in guesthouses: €12–18 for a hearty home-cooked dinner (generous portions, home-style Turkish cooking).
Not included in the price:
Flights to Dalaman (DLM) or Antalya (AYT) and back
Hotel and guesthouse accommodation along the route (~€180–240 for the whole programme)
Breakfasts and dinners in guesthouses/cafés (~€15–20 per day)
Transfers to the starting point in Fethiye and from the finish point in Kınık/Patara to Kaş or Antalya
Personal expenses, souvenirs, alcohol and drinks in cafés
Medical insurance for active tourism / trekking
Frequently asked questions
Можно ли пойти этот маршрут со своей палаткой?
Да, формат с палаткой возможен. При этом нужно учитывать, что маршрут проходит через горные деревни с плотной застройкой или террасами, где диких стоянок мало. В таких местах (например, в Фаралье, Кабаке или Беле) удобнее и безопаснее ставить палатку на территории кемпингов при тех же гестхаусах — это дает доступ к горячему душу, туалету и кухне, а стоит обычно в 2–3 раза дешевле стандартного номера (около 30–50% от цены проживания в комнате).
Какой вес рюкзака будет на переходах?
Мы идем налегке. Основной багаж перевозится между точками ночевок на автотранспорте. С собой на тропе вы несете только легкий ходовой рюкзак (15–25 л), в котором лежат вода (1.5–2 л), ветровка, солнцезащитный крем, купальник и выданный гидом рацион сублимата на обед. Вес рюкзака — около 3–4 кг.
Нужна ли специальная физическая подготовка?
Специальной альпинистской подготовки не требуется, но маршрут горный: есть каменистые тропы, сыпучие участки и затяжные спуски/подъемы. Достаточно базовой физической формы (если вы можете спокойно пройти 10–15 км пешком за день). Наличие треккинговых палок и обуви с цепким протектором обязательно.
Как организованы обеды на тропе?
Днем мы останавливаемся на видовых перевалах, диких пляжах или в оливковых рощах. Гиды организуют кипяток на горелках, и каждый заваривает индивидуальную порцию горячего сублимированного питания Izyfood (супы, пасты, каши). Это быстро, вкусно, не перегружает желудок и дает энергию на вторую половину дня.
Как добраться до старта и уехать после финиша?
Старт маршрута — в городе Фетхие. Удобнее всего прилетать в аэропорт Даламан (1 час на автобусе Havaş до Фетхие) или Анталью (3–3.5 часа на автобусе). Финишируем мы в поселке Кынык (пляж Патара), откуда за 45 минут на маршрутке можно уехать в Каш либо сесть на прямой автобус до Антальи/Даламана. Подробную логистику и стыковки гид помогает выстроить перед поездкой.
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