Turkey Self-Guided Cycling – Tour the Lycian Way

Itinerary Details

1. Day 1Welcome to Fethiye

   Upon arrival at Dalaman Airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Fethiye. After check-in, there’s time to relax, explore the old town, or enjoy dinner by the marina.
   
   If you arrive in time, you can swing by the shop, enjoy the best coffee in town while you are fitted to your bike(s) and given a brief orientation regarding your upcoming trip!
   
   

   • La Farine Rooms or similar

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     Epic Scenery all Week

     Explore the stunning coastline of Turkey by bike

2. Day 2Fethiye - Kayakqy - Gemiler

   Your first ride begins with a steady climb out of Fethiye toward the hauntingly beautiful ghost village of Kayaköy. After exploring the abandoned stone houses, continue along scenic backroads with panoramic sea views.

   A rewarding descent brings you to Gemiler Bay, where you can swim in crystal-clear waters or take a short boat trip to St. Nicholas Island.

   • 29.2 miles
   • 3,264.4 ft
     3,264.4 ft
   • La Farine Rooms or similar
   • Breakfast

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     Cycle tour the ghost village of Kayaköy

     After exploring, enjoy a coastal ride, swims in the ocean and an optional boat ride today

3. Day 3Fethiye - Patara

   A longer ride today following the Lycian coast. You’ll pass through traditional villages and rolling terrain before reaching the ancient city of Xanthos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finish your ride at Patara, home to one of Turkey’s longest sandy beaches.

   • 43.5 miles
   • 3,149.6 ft
     3,149.6 ft
   • Hotel Pataros or similar
   • Breakfast

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     Xanthos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

     Another beautiful coastal ride, ending in Patara, home to one of Turkey’s longest sandy beaches - time for a dip!

4. Day 4Patara - Kaş

   A shorter but scenic ride along the coast. Expect stunning views and a few climbs as you approach Kaş, one of the most charming towns with a Greek soul on the Mediterranean coast.
   Optional detour to iconic Kaputaş Beach for a swim.

   • 23.6 miles
   • 1,968.5 ft
     1,968.5 ft
   • Hotel Payam or similar
   • Breakfast

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     Ride to Kaş

     Detour to iconic Kaputaş Beach along the way

5. Day 5Kaş - Kekova

   Ride east toward the Kekova region, known for its sunken Lycian ruins beneath the sea. The route winds through rolling hills and quiet coastal stretches.

   From the small harbour of Üçağız, a short boat ride takes you to Kekova Island, where you can see the remains of an ancient Lycian city submerged after an earthquake in the 2nd century.

   End the day in the peaceful village of Üçağız

   • 21.7 miles
   • 2,624.7 ft
     2,624.7 ft
   • Hotel Payam or similar
   • Breakfast

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     Bike to the Small Harbour of Üçağız

     Head to Kekova to view the remains of an ancient submerged Lycian city

6. Day 6Kekova - Finike

   Cycle through the heart of ancient Lycia, passing Demre and the impressive ruins of Myra, where towering rock tombs are carved into the cliffs above a vast Roman theatre. Continue through fertile valleys and fragrant orange groves as the landscape softens toward the coast.

   • 31.1 miles
   • 1,804.5 ft
     1,804.5 ft
   • Fortunella Suites Villas or similar
   • Breakfast

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     Cycle to Finike

     Visit the impressive ruins of Myra, with rock tombs in the cliffs and a vast Roman theatre

7. Day 7Finike - Cirali

   Follow a scenic coastal road to Çıralı, where mountains meet the sea. Ride past the ancient ruins of Olympos hidden in the forest, then unwind on its wild, untouched beach — one of the most peaceful stretches of coastline on the Mediterranean.

   • 31.1 miles
   • 1,968.5 ft
     1,968.5 ft
   • Lukkies Lodge or similar
   • Breakfast
8. Day 8Departure

   After the final breakfast a comfortable transfer will take you to Antalya Airport.
   
   We won’t say goodbye — we’ll say “see you soon!” As new adventures with us are already waiting for you!

   • Breakfast