Discover the magnificent beauties of the ancient Lycian Way, one of the most beautiful trekking routes in the world, with the comfort of a vehicle. The Lycian coast vehicle route from Fethiye to Kaş has everything you need for a full 6-day summer holiday. After paragliding in Fethiye and swimming in the turquoise waters of Ölüdeniz, you will embark on a trekking adventure in the ice-cold waters of Saklıkent Canyon. As the route proceeds south, you will look down at the unique view of Butterfly Valley from above, and be intertwined with history in UNESCO-listed ancient cities such as Letoon and Xanthos. In Kaş, which you reach after passing Kaputaş beach, you can pitch your tent or stay in boutique hotels and dive. Planning this long and detailed coastal corridor is now child’s play with Gezirota; you can easily adjust your daily driving distances according to your own time budget.
This legendary six-day road trip, stretching from the emerald green forests of the Aegean to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, is a dream route designed for nature lovers. Hosting world-famous trekking trails and traces of ancient civilizations, this region leaves you with a new natural wonder and a thousand-year-old legend at every kilometer. Ideally suited for travelers seeking tranquility and excitement, this long-lasting journey is filled with unique landscapes that will refresh your tired soul.
The first day of your adventure makes a refreshing start with a visit to the world-renowned Saklıkent, which makes you feel the tremendous power of nature with its cool waters and massive canyon walls. After feeling the freshness of the water, you dive into a historical exploration with Tlos Örenyeri, an important settlement of the Lycian League, and then Pınara Örenyeri, which dazzles with its antique theater. The final stop of the day is Letoon Örenyeri, captivating visitors with mythological stories. The second day begins by wandering the streets of Kayaköy Örenyeri, famous for the sorrowful beauty of its abandoned stone houses. The historical Gemiler Adası, the rock-carved tombs of Amintas Örenyeri, and the Fethiye Müzesi form the cultural riches of this day. On the third day, turning inland, you take a peaceful walk around the high-altitude Girdev Gölü. The untouched Araksa ruins, along with the hidden Oinoanda and Balbura ancient cities, reveal the harmony of nature and history.
The fourth day begins with the rich Elmalı Müzesi and continues with the historical Olympos Örenyeri ruins in the heart of a lush valley. In the evening, you witness the legendary Yanartaş fire before heading towards the mysterious city of Kitanaura. On the fifth day, you reach Antalya, the cultural capital. Here, the priceless sculptures of the Antalya Müzesi and the Antalya Etnografya Müzesi expand your horizons, while the massive columns of Perge Örenyeri and the soothing waters of Kurşunlu Şelalesi wipe away the day's fatigue. On your final sixth day, following a visit to the Antalya Mevlevihane Müzesi, you watch the dizzying beauties of Güver Kanyonu. You complete the grand finale with the nature of Güllük Dağı - Termessos and the Termessos Örenyeri, which feels as if built above the clouds.