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Lycian Coast Cycle and Sail

Name: Lycian Coast Cycle and Sail
Brand: UTracks
SKU: LCC
Rating: 5.00 (2 reviews)

The gorgeous Lycian Coast

Cyclists take in the impressive scenes along the Lycian Coast

Bikes on board the Caferoglu on the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

Cycling past Lake Köycegiz on the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

Rock tombs outside of Fethiye | Erin Williams

A dingy brings the group to the boat when it is anchored in the coves along the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

The abandoned town of Kayaköy | Erin Williams

Ancient ruins on the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

The gorgeous Lycian Coast

Cyclists take in the impressive scenes along the Lycian Coast

Bikes on board the Caferoglu on the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

Cycling past Lake Köycegiz on the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

Rock tombs outside of Fethiye | Erin Williams

A dingy brings the group to the boat when it is anchored in the coves along the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

The abandoned town of Kayaköy | Erin Williams

Ancient ruins on the Lycian Coast | Erin Williams

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Duration

8 days

Activities

guided cycle

Accommodation

7 nights boat

Meals

2 Dinners
5 Lunches
7 Breakfasts

Price

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$2890 USD

Adult$2640USD

Overview

Trip Code: LCC

Trip highlights

Be immersed in the local culture, history and unspoilt beauty of the Lycian coast
Cycle to Kayaköy and explore the ruins of this uninhabited city
Discover Sakklikent Canyon and its enormity
Soaking up the hospitality on board the comfortable sailing boat

There are few coastlines which offer the appealing combination of sublime landscapes, rich cultural history and legacies from ancient civilisations found on Turkey's Lycian Coast. We spend a week discovering the coastline and backcountry between Bodrum and Fethiye with our three-masted motor yacht. Our charming and stylish vessel is built to the highest of standards. Accompanied by our guide you will discover the unique natural wonders and historical cities which grace the area. Admire the famous tombs of Dalyan, which were cut into the cliffs between 4 and 2 BC by the Lycian coastal inhabitants, and the spectacular Saklikent Canyon. Spend your evenings relaxing on board in the deserted bays or make the most of the nightlife in the port cities and their many cafes and bars.

Trip Grading

moderate to challenging

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Day 1
Arrive Bodrum and board boat

Individual arrival to Bodrum. Check-in is from 2:00pm. A group transfer can be arranged from Dalaman airport or Bodrum airport (must be pre-booked and is an additional cost). You are free to stroll through the lively old town, famous bazaar and historic fortress this afternoon. This evening we will have our first dinner together as a group.

Meals: D

Day 2
Morning cruise, cycle from Körmen along the Datça peninsula to Knidos (42km/26mi)

In the early morning, we sail / cruise from Bodrum to Körmen. Once we arrive, our cycle tour begins!. This scenic route takes along the Datça peninsula. The first ascent takes us to a height of 450m before we head back down to the sea. On a clear day it is possible to see the Greek islands Nisyros, Tilos and Rhodes. We pedal first along the coast and then through more rural areas, before taking reaching Knidos. After visiting the impressive archaeological site, we stay in one of the most picturesque bays on the Turkish coast.

Meals: B,L

Day 3
Cruise to Boozburun Peninsula, Cycle from Serçe Limani to Çiftlik (49km/30mi)

In the morning we have plenty of time to relax on our way to a small bay at the peak of the Bozburun Peninsula. A secluded mountain road takes us to a mountain village located at 300m above sea level, home to a 1,500-year-old plane tree and a lively bazar that is well worth a visit. A short walk around the plane tree is said to ensure a long and lucky life. After lunch we continue to the bay of Çiftlik by bike where there is enough time to enjoy a refreshing swim in the sea.

Meals: B,L

Day 4
Cycle via Lake Köycegiz to the Dalyan River, boat to Dalyan (31km/19mi)

During breakfast we cross over to the little harbour of Ekincik, the starting point of today’s bike ride. After crossing the pass with its spectacular views, we reach the shore of Lake Köycegiz, where we have the opportunity to enjoy a healing mud bath close to Sultaniye. After cycling through another small pass, we reach the mouth of the Dalyan River. From here we hop on a small boat for a 30 minute cruise past the impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs overlooking the Dalyan delta to our boat which waits on anchor near a small rocky island.

Meals: B,L

Day 5
Visit the ancient city of Kaunos, cycle via Dalaman to Sarsala (42km/26mi)

After breakfast the boat brings us close to the ancient city of Kaunos, the first destination of today’s bike tour. Once directly on the seaside and an important port town, the harbour now lies 8km from the coast. Only the ruins are silent witnesses of the former wealth of the city. After visiting the site, we continue by bike across the fertile Dalaman plains with their cotton fields and orchards and take a well-deserved break in a tea house in Dalaman. After crossing a small pass, we reach the beautiful bay of Sarsala, where we can already spot our boat from afar.

Meals: B,L

Day 6
Cruise to Gemiler Bay, cycle via Kayaköy to Fethiye (33km/21mi)

After breakfast the boat sails past numerous small islands before reaching Gemiler. Also known as the island of St. Nicolas, a church was built here for the saint in the 5th century. Back on the mainland our bike ride takes us through a pine forest to the 1922 abandoned Greek city of Kayaköy, once home to 6,500 people. From here we continue our bike ride to Fethiye where we have the chance to extend our tour by a few kilometres: a small peninsula nearby tempts with its quiet bays and beautiful beaches, perfect for a picturesque swim stop. In the evening we can spend the time exploring the city of Fethiye with its local bazar. The old town, marked by the Eski Cami Mosque is also worth a visit, with its narrow, winding alleyways and the typical corner houses.

Meals: B,L

Day 7
Cycle from Cavdir via Saklikent Canyon to Kadiköy, transfer to Tlos and Göcek (27km/17mi)

A bus transfers (60 min) takes us to Cavdir, the starting point of today’s cycling tour. From here we bike to the Saklikent Canyon, where we can enjoy lunch on the riverbank. In Turkish “Saklikent” means “Hidden City”. The canyon is spectacular and can easily be explored on foot. Afterwards we continue our cycling tour to Kadiköy. From here a short transfer takes us to the ancient town of Tlos which was once one of the largest towns in Lycia. After our visit a transfer takes us to Göcek.

Meals: B,D

Day 8
Trip concludes in Göcek

After breakfast on board, the trip concludes around 9am with individual departure. On request join a group transfer to the airport at Dalaman or Bodrum.

Meals: B

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Day 1
Arrive Dalaman, transfer to Gocek

Individual arrival by plane to Dalaman Airport and transfer to Göcek (approx. 1 h). Check-in onboard starts at 2pm. Take the afternoon to stroll through the lively harbour town. This evening we will have our first dinner together as a group.

Meals: D

Day 2
Cycle from Cavdir, via Saklikent Canyon to Kadiköy, transfer to Tlos and Gemiler Bay (27km/17mi)

A bus transfers (60 min) takes us to Cavdir, the starting point of today’s cycling tour. From here we bike to the Saklikent Canyon, where we can enjoy lunch on the riverbank. In Turkish “Saklikent” means “Hidden City”. The canyon is spectacular and can easily be explored on foot. Afterwards we continue cycling to Kadiköy. From here, a short transfer takes us to the ancient town of Tlos which was once one of the largest towns in Lycia. After visiting the historic site the shuttle bus takes us to Gemiler Bay, where we board the boat off the coast of Gemiler Island – also known as St. Nikolaus Island due to the church constructed here in his name in the 5th Centuary.

Meals: B,L

Day 3
Cycle to Fethiye and onto Sarsala Bay (33km/21mi)

In the morning we cycle through a pine forest to the 1922 abandoned Greek city of Kayaköy, once home to 6,500 people. From here we continue our ride to Fethiye where we have the chance to extend our tour by a few kilometres: a small peninsula nearby tempts with its quiet bays and beautiful beaches, perfect for a picturesque swim stop. Alternatively we can spend the time exploring the city of Fethiye with its local bazar. The old town, marked by the Eski Cami Mosque is also worth a visit, with its narrow, winding alleyways and the typical corner houses. Back on board, the boat takes us to Sarsala Bay where we spend a peaceful night on anchor.

Meals: B,D

Day 4
Cycle to Dalaman and onto Dalyan (42km/26mi)

After breakfast we cross the fertile Dalaman plains with its cotton fields and orchards before taking a well-deserved break in a tea house in Dalaman. We then cycle on through a small pass to the estuarial area of the Dalyan delta, where we have lunch in a charming restaurant. From here it’s only a few more kilometres to Dalyan. A small boat takes us passed the impressive rock-cut tombs and the Dalyan delta to our ship, which waits on anchor near a small rocky island.

Meals: B,L

Day 5
Visit the ancient city of Kaunos, Lake Koycegiz and Ekincik (31km/19mi)

After breakfast the boat brings us close to the ancient city of Kaunos, the first destination of today’s bike tour. Once directly on the seaside and an important port town, the harbour now lies 8km from the coast. Only the ruins are silent witnesses of the former wealth of the city. After visiting the site, we continue on by bike to the shores of Lake Köycegiz, where we have the opportunity to enjoy a healing mud bath close to Sultaniye. After crossing another small pass with fantastic views we reach the tiny fishermen’s village of Ekincik, where we board the boat and spend the night in the bay of Ciftlik.

Meals: B,L

Day 6
Cycle from Ciftlik to Serce Limani and onto Datca (49km/30mi)

A secluded mountain road takes us to a mountain village located at 300m above sea level, home to a 1,500-year-old plane tree and a lively bazar that is well worth a visit. A short walk around the plane tree is said to ensure a long and lucky life. After lunch we continue to a small bay at the peak of the Bozburun Peninsula. From there we cross over to Datca, the capital of the peninsula of the same name. The evening can be spent wandering through the lively harbour town.

Meals: B,L

Day 7
Cycle the Datca Peninsula and onto Knidos (42km/26mi)

Today’s bike tour leads us along the Datça peninsula. The first ascent takes us to a height of 450m before we head back down to the sea. On a clear day it is possible to see the Greek islands Nissyros, Tilos and Rhodes. A scenic road leads first along the coast and then through more rural areas, before taking us to Knidos. After visiting the impressive archaeological site, we stay in one of the most picturesque bays on the Turkish coast.

Meals: B,L

Day 8
Trip concludes in Bodrum

In the morning we cross over from Knidos to Bodrum. Check-out after breakfast. On request collective group transfer to the airport where arrangements end.

Meals: B

Map

Elevation

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines.

Inclusions

What's included

7 breakfasts, 7 lunches or dinners* (does not include drinks) - meals are provided on a half board basis meaning that breakfast and either lunch or dinner is provided each day. Usually dinner is provided and lunch is free for you to sample a restaurant along the cycle route. The cook on board is a member of the crew and prepares the meals.
7 nights accommodation in a twin cabin with private bathroom on deluxe boat. Supplement applies for single cabin, or above deck cabin on select departures. If you are travelling by yourself you will be matched with another passenger. The spacious cabins are configured with a double bed or two lower beds.
Bottled water on board and for all activities ashore
Bed linen and cabin towels
21 speed hybrid bike rental with pannier (electric bike available on request - supplement applies). The guides will carry bike locks for the group when cycling, or individual locks can be provided on request if you decide to bike alone (limited supply).
Experienced crew including English speaking cycle guide
Entrance to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)
Information pack including overview maps per cabin

What's not included

Travel to and from Bodrum or Göcek
Meals not listed as included, drinks
Helmets - mandatory on all bike tours, you are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential), however we cannot guarantee their suitability.
Optional Bicycle insurance - payable in cash locally. EUR10 per person for hybrid bike, EUR20 per person for electric bike. Please note that normal travel insurance often does not cover loss or damage to rental bikes. If you do not take out bike insurance you will need to pay for the cost of the bike or repair of damages.
Travel insurance - mandatory *cruise cover may be required - check with your insurer
Tips for guide and crew
Return group transfers from the airport in Dalaman or Bodrum to the boat on arrival and departure days - reservation on request for an additional cost, ask our office for details
Our Turkish boat does not offer a Wifi connection. If you need to connect during the tour we recommend taking your portable electronic device to a cafe or bar in the harbour as free wifi is available almost everywhere on purchase of something to eat or drink.
Entrance fees not listed as included
Items of a personal nature including beach towel for use ashore

Cabins

Turkish Gulet

The Cabins

Cabins on all boats are slightly different but they will all have one or more of the following: a small wardrobe, underbed or closet storage for luggage, built-in shelves. They are also equipped with a double bed (varying in width from 143cm to 135cm – note that owing to the shape of the boat and the vessel used, some will taper down to 125cm at one end). Twin beds can be requested but are not guaranteed as it depends on the boat used. On our usual vessels we have either 7 double and 1 twin bed cabin or 4 double and 4 twin bed cabin. Double cabins are not suitable for sharing except for couples.

Admiral

Double Cabin

Double cabins have a porthole and are climate controlled with tiled bathrooms and separate shower cabins and toilet.

Admiral

Twin Cabin

Furnished with two separate beds and the same features as the double cabin.

Admiral

Triple Cabin

A triple cabin has a double bed and a single bed. Otherwise, it has the same features as a double cabin.

Bike information

Hybrid Bike

During the trip you will be provided with a 21 speed bike with hand brakes. You will be provided with a pannier to carry your gear during the day. The bikes do not have water bottle holders. Helmets are not supplied but are mandatory on all bike tours - you are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. A limited number of rental helmets are available on board (reservation essential), however we cannot guarantee their suitability.

Electric Bike

An electric bike option is available for this trip. Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are designed to make cycling easier. The pedalling ‘boost’ provided by an e-bike opens up more options, allowing people of different fitness levels to cycle together or to allow less confident or fit cyclists to take on routes that they may otherwise consider too tough for their current capability.

Grading

moderate to challenging

The trip requires an excellent level of fitness from participants, acquired from steady cycling. The day tours range between 27 to 49km/17 to 30mi, taking you through hilly and mountainous terrain. Participants will also have to master extended climbs, during which you may need to push the bike. You are free to set aside a half or full day to swim or spend on board the boat, instead of taking a planned bike tour. We will traverse mostly asphalted roads, which are rarely travelled outside of the holiday seasons. The cyclists on regular bicycles determine the pace. We ask guests who have reserved an e-bike to be mindful of this and to acknowledge that the regular cyclists need time to rest and take longer to climb the hills. *For safety reasons, cycle helmets must be worn while cycling - this is a condition of the tour.

Departure dates

Notes

IT1

Trip begins in Bodrum

IT2

Trip begins in Göcek - refer to itinerary 2 in trip notes.

Note:

On this trip, the cyclists on regular bicycles determine the pace. We ask guests who have reserved an e-bike to be mindful of this and to acknowledge that the regular cyclists need time to rest and take longer to climb the hills.

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Priceper person from

$2640USD

Options & Supplements*

Electric Bike SupplementUSD$190
Single Cabin SupplementUSD$1020

*Prices listed are per person

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