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Lycian Way

Lycian Way

Walk one of the Mediterranean's great coastal trails along the turquoise shores of southern Turkey, through ancient ruins, clifftop villages and landscapes that have changed little in a thousand years.

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Overview

The Lycian Way traces the dramatic coastline of southern Turkey between Ölüdeniz and Antalya, winding along clifftops high above the Mediterranean, through pine forests, ancient ruins and charming villages that most visitors to this part of the world never find. The trails deliver breathtaking views over some of the most vivid blue water in the world, and the Lycian ruins scattered throughout the landscape add an extraordinary layer of history to every day on the trail. Each evening, handpicked guesthouses run by locals and freshly prepared Turkish cuisine are waiting at the end of the path.

The Lycian Way experience

Wonder
Walk the Lycian Way above the brilliant blue Oludeniz lagoon and along the Turquoise Coast
Discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of Xanthos, one of the great cities of the ancient Lycian civilisation
Walk in the footsteps of ancient Greeks and Romans through sites that have stood for over two thousand years
Wellness
Stay in small family-run accommodations in authentic Turkish villages away from the tourist trail
The Western Lycian Way is considered the most scenic section of Turkey's first long-distance trail
Walking pace allows genuine engagement with the coast, the culture, and the communities along the route
Nature
Pine-scented forests, rugged coastal cliffs, and hidden beaches along the Mediterranean Turquoise Coast
The route passes through the Butterfly Valley and above the famous blue lagoon at Oludeniz
The Bay of Oludeniz, enclosed by mountains on three sides, is one of the most photographed bays in the world
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