Trek along Turkey’s stunning Aegean Coast on this 7-day tour
This exciting, self-guided trek follows the prettiest parts of Turkey’s first-ever long-distance footpath - the Lycian Way. The region south of Fethiye is known as the Seven Capes, a stunning coastline where steep promontories drop abruptly into the sea. The route meanders over bare hillsides and through scented pine forests overlooking the blue Mediterranean. You’ll in Kayaköy close to the famous white sands of Ölüdeniz lagoon and follow well-preserved footpaths to Faralya, Alınca and Yediburun enjoying the vast sea views from their elevated locations. In between, the route dips down to wonderful hidden beaches such as Kabak where sparkling waves lap smooth sands, idyllic places for a swim. The trek ends at the impressive ruins of Patara, one of the principal cities of ancient Lycia and located near one of the finest beaches of Turkey.
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Seven Capes Trek Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival & Optional Walk
On arrival at Dalaman airport, you will be met by your driver and tour guide for the transfer (1,5hr) to Kayaköy. Depending on the arrival time, you can make an optional walk Kayaköy-Ölüdeniz (9km / 3hrs). Once a thriving Greek village, Kayaköy was completely deserted in 1923 when the orthodox Christian inhabitants had to move to Greece following the Turkish War of Independence. Climbing out of the village the path crosses a green headland to arrive at the famous white beaches of Ölüdeniz. Enjoy a swimming break before heading back to Kayaköy. Dinner and overnight at a guesthouse in Kayaköy.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Kayaköy
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Ovacık - Faralya
Transfer to the start of the Lycian Way where you’ll start your hike with spectacular views towards the sea and Ölüdeniz lagoon. You’ll ascend the lower slopes of Baba Dağı (Father Mountain) following a paved mule path. After passing the villages of Kozağaç and Kirme descend to the small village of Faralya on the green slopes above the Butterfly valley. Dinner and overnight in a pension in Faralya.
Overnight Location: Pension in Faralya
Distance: 14km, 5-6 hours, 580m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch (dinner incl. for guided only)
Day 3 Faralya - Alınca
Walk along a forested path passing high above the secluded cove of Kabak. You will climb up a beautiful old mule trail to the small hamlet of Alınca, with impressive views over Yedi Burun (Seven Capes). Dinner and overnight in village house in Alınca.
Overnight Location: Village house in Alınca
Distance: 13km, 5-6 hours, 750m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Alınca - Gey
Walk along the spectacular Seven Capes coastline towards a pasture with an Ottoman cistern. You’ll continue to Gey village partly along a quiet tarmac road. Optional descent to the secluded beach of Kalabantia to see the ruins of the ancient harbour and swim in the crystal clear waters (additional 5km / 2,5km / +400m / - 400m). Dinner and overnight in a pension in Gey.
Overnight Location: Pension in Gey
Distance: 11km, 3.5 hours, 200m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Gey - Sidyma - Boğaziçi
You’ll walk to ancient Sidyma along rocky paths to explore the ruins of this once huge city scattered around an inland valley and two hills. The village houses are constructed using ancient building blocks; inscriptions, tombs and city walls are visible in the fields. You will have lunch amongst the ruins and walk down to Boğaziçi village where you’ll meet your vehicle to return to Gey.
Overnight Location: Pension in Gey
Distance: 10km, 4-4.5 hours, 325m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Gey - Gavurağili
Trek along a tiny goat path around the spectacular bay of Gemili to Bel. After a short section of dirt road, start your descent along with the last of the Seven Capes following a steep, rocky Roman road down to Gavurağili. You’ll meet your transfer vehicle here and drive to Patara. Patara is famous for its very long beach where the giant sea turtles, Caretta caretta come for laying eggs. It was also the birthplace of St Nicholas, who became known as the bishop of nearby (Myra) Demre.
Overnight Location: Pension in Patara
Distance: 14km, 6-7 hours, 500m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Delikkemer - Patara & Departure
After a short transfer, you’ll visit the remains of a Roman aqueduct spanning a ravine at Delikkemer. It was part of a system that supplied water from the mountains to ancient Patara on the coast. You’ll walk back from the aqueduct to Patara partly following the course of the ancient water pipes. After exploring the ruins of this once leading city of the Lycian League, with a theatre, bath complexes and temples, you can relax on the beach.
The trek ends with a transfer to Dalaman airport (2hrs).
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 11km, 3 hours, 200m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast
Seven Capes Trek Price and Dates
This tour is run either as a self-guided tour for your group only and the prices below are per person.
Prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room.
Prices of a Self-guided Trip:
- Price per solo traveller: $1,495 USD
- Price per person staying in a single room: $1,125 USD
- Price per person sharing a double room: $895 USD
Accommodation on Seven Capes Trek
This tour is based in small guesthouses, village houses and pensions. The accommodation on this trip offers modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Guesthouse in Kayaköy
Witness authentic Turkish hospitality at this cozy guesthouse in Kayaköy.
Pension in Faralya
Enjoy this stay at a comfortable pension in Faralya.
Village house in Alınca
Find yourself immersed in Turkish culture at this charming village house stay in Alinca.
Pension in Gey
A comfortable pension in Gey with great amenities.
Pension in Patara
Explore the ancient ruins of Patara and enjoy an overnight stay nearby at this comfortable pension.
What’s Included in the Seven Capes Trek?
Meals
6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes airport pick up and drop-off as well as luggage transfers. This tour doesn’t include any local or international flights and you will be hiking between your overnight locations yourself.
Not included
- Any domestic or international flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Entrance fees to museums and monuments
- Guide services
Optional Extras
- Single supplements
- Guide services
Frequently Asked Questions about Seven Capes Trek
Middle Earth Travel started business in 2001, owned by some very experienced and established guides, determined to make a living doing what they like best: trekking tours. Over the years we expanded our area of expertise to archaeological, cultural and family tours and have become a leader in biking tours as well, but we still focus on small, private groups and personal guided or self-guided travelling experiences. We are licenced by the Turkish Tourism Ministry and registered by the Union of Turkish Travel Agencies.
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