MAY 11 - 18 - TREK THE LYCIAN WAY, EASTERN HIGHLIGHTS (TURKEY)

Backabush is going back to the Lycian Way to trek the highlights of the eastern half of this fantastic long distance trail.

Cost - £749. Nights - 7. Group Size - 14. Accommodation - Hotels & guesthouses in twin share rooms. 'Inn to Inn' trekking with luggage transfer.

The Lycian Way stretches 300 miles along Turkey's Mediterranean coastline. In previous years Backabush has hiked the western half of the this beautiful trail and in 2025 we are going back to finish the job by trekking the highlights of the eastern half. Starting in Antalya and finishing in the secluded cove of Kekova.

Compared to the hikes on the other half of the trial, the eastern half has slightly longer hike distances, up to around 19km a day but less ascent. The trail also follows the coast more closely with plenty of opportunities to swim in the sea from beautiful sandy beaches.

SUGGESTED ITINERARY

• Day 1. Arrive at Antalya Airport. Transfer to the hotel in the charming old town 'Kaleici' district of Antalya and relax in the Mediterranean ambience.
• Day 2. Tekirova to Cirali Beach, 19km. A gentle but spectacular route, overlooked by the towering Mt. Olympos. Swimming opportunities en-route.
• Day 3. A Morning visit to the ancient city of Olympos, then 8.5km down via the Chimera, (this eternal flame is a rare natural phenomenon) and back to the accommodation.
• Day 4. Cirali Beach to Adrasan, 16 km. Starting along the beach then climbing up through strawberry-tree forests, we reach the pass of Mt. Moses ( Musa Dag) before a descent through pine and oak forests to Adrasan.
• Day 7. Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and ancient site of Myra, the one time capital of Lycia with impressive theatre and rock tombs. Hike Kapakli village to the sound of Kekova, 10km, passing the picturesque castle of Simena. Boat transfer to guesthouse in Kaleucagiz Village.
• Day 8. Transfers back to the airport in Antalya for our travel home.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 7 nights hotel and guesthouse accommodation in shared twin rooms.
• 7 breakfast
• 1 evening meal on night 6
• Private airport transfers to meet the recommended flights
• Transfers to and from the trailheads
• Luggage transfers between accommodations
• Financial protection in line with package travel regulations

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?

• Travel insurance
• Flights to Antalya
• Lunches and evening meals (except one)
• Entrance fees to historic sites.

RECOMMENDED FLIGHTS:
Our airport transfers will be organised to meet these flights, if you choose to book alternative travel to Antalya Airport then you will need to meet us at our hotel in Antalya.

Outbound - Sunday 11 May
easyJet - EZY8559
Departs LGW London Gatwick 13:15
Arrives AYT Antalya 19:35

Return - Sunday 18 May
easyJet - EZY8556
Departs AYT Antalya 14:35
Arrives LGW London Gatwick 17:20

HOW TO BOOK A PLACE ON THIS TRIP:
To confirm your place on this trip use internet banking, your RSVP is not enough to reserve a space on this trip. Please use LYCIAN as your payment reference. The account details are:

Account Name: BACKABUSH XPLORERS
Sort Code: 090127
Account Number: 22440622

Only payment secures your place. Please email nathancapay@googlemail.com as soon as you send payment so that we can confirm everything with you. Thanks. :)

IMPORTANT NOTES
VISA: Please check if you need a visa to travel to Cappadocia. Turkey is NOT within the Shengen zone. It is your responsibility to obtain all necessary documents, including visa.