Self-Guided Walking: West Lycian

Self-Guided Walking: West Lycian Overview

Experience Turkey and walk the western section of the famous Lycian Way at your own pace

The Mediterranean which glistens in the secluded coves is not blue, nor is it green, it is a captivating shade of turquoise which majestically reflects the history, culture and soaring limestone mountains of the Lycian Coast. This unassuming region is steeped in ancient history with Persians, Romans, Christians, Byzantines and Alexander the Great all leaving their mark. This diverse history is told through the 25 historical sites along the Lycian Way, its people and the tasty cuisine you can expect to discover on this trip. This self-guided holiday combines the satisfaction of completing the western section of one of the world’s great long distance hiking trails with the discovery of the fascinating history of the Lycian people. You will walk between 4 to 5 hours a day as your route takes you to historic sites such as Kayakoy, Xanthos and Patara, with plenty of opportunity to enjoy those inviting turquoise waters along the way. We have also included a short boat ride along the coast so you can enjoy the mountains from a new perspective. Staying in welcoming family-run accommodations on a B&B basis away from the crowded beach resorts, you can enjoy warm Turkish hospitality each evening. Plus we have also included a lunch and two evening meals so that you can ensure a real taste of Turkey. In the evening, you can feast on local delicacies such as kofte and dolma as you watch the sun set on this beautiful coast. You will soon see why this beautiful part of Turkey has attracted so many.   LOOKING to walk the complete Lycian Way? Fancy the ultimate Lycian Way experience?  For a complete two week self-guided holiday along this stunning trail, why not combine KE's West Lycian Way with our Self-Guided Walking: East Lycian Way holiday; starting in Dalaman and ending in Antalya. Reductions apply for using fewer transfers in this combination - contact our Sales team for further details.