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Trail Running Tours in Turkey

Explore Türkiye’s Most Scenic Trails
— Run Free, Run Wild

Explore Türkiye’s Most Scenic Trails — Run Free, Run Wild

Experience the freedom of the trail with our tailor-made trail running tours in Turkey. From pine forests along the Aegean coast to the high passes of the Kaçkar Mountains, we design personalized running adventures through some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes.

Where to run in Turkey?

Each destination offers a different rhythm and backdrop for your adventure — and we’ll help you choose the one that suits you best.

With a mix of sightseeing, scenic runs, unbelievable food, spa hotel choices, our tours have something for everyone.  
Travel at your own pace, as we arrange everything for you.

Lycian Way

World-famous coastal trail offering stunning sea views, forested paths, and ancient ruins between Fethiye and Antalya.

Carian Trail

Turkey’s longest marked route, weaving through rugged mountains, hidden coves, Aegean villages and ruins. 

Cappadocia

Run through surreal volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys, and panoramic ridges in one of the world’s most unique landscapes.

Kaçkar Mountains

Alpine meadows, glacier lakes, and challenging passes — ideal for experienced trail runners seeking altitude and adventure.

  • Discover Trail Running in Turkey

    Trail running in Türkiye is more than a sport — it’s a journey through history, nature, and culture. The country’s diverse geography offers endless possibilities, from seaside singletracks to ancient mountain routes linking remote villages and archaeological sites.

  • Why Choose Turkey for Trail Running

    With year-round sunshine, well-marked long-distance trails, and incredible regional diversity, Türkiye is one of the best destinations in the world for trail running. Explore iconic routes like the Carian Trail, Lycian Way, and Cappadocia valleys, or venture into hidden regions such as the Kaçkar Mountains — each offering unique terrain and breathtaking scenery.

  • Tailor-Made Trail Running Tours

    Unlike standard group programs, our trail running tours in Turkey are entirely custom-made. We design routes to match your fitness level, preferred distance, and running style — whether that’s relaxed coastal stages or challenging multi-day mountain runs.

    You’ll receive GPX files, digital maps, accommodation arrangements, information pack about the routes and logistics such as luggage transfers and 24 hr online support — so you can focus on the run itself.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a self-guided tour?

A self-guided tour provides holiday makers with the chance to escape the stress of booking hotels and planning a vacation without the need for a group tour or a guide. Think of all the ease of a standard tour, without the obligatory schedule that comes with traveling with a guided group. After prearranging our customers’ transfers and hotel reservations, we prepare a detailed digital tripbook full of historical facts, important phone numbers, and hiking or driving directions, and more to provide you with all the information you’ll need along the way. You will also receive a link to Wikiloc app (free to use for our customers) through which you can follow our GPS coordinates. We provide 24/7 phone support via WhatsApp, Skype or any other phone line. In addition to dropping you off at trailheads when necessary, one of our drivers will pick up your luggage and transfer it to your next hotel during you’re daily hikes or excursions. Since everything has been prearranged for you, and there’s no guide or group you have to keep up with, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your holiday at your own pace.

Is it possible to make changes to a program?

Absolutely! When feasible, we are always happy to tailor any program to suit your schedule and wishes. Whether you want to add a couple days, extend some hikes, combine multiple tours, or come up with your own program entirely, we’ll try our best to make sure your tour is perfectly suited to you.

What type of a car do you provide?

The cars that we rent for the tour are usually latest models of Renault, Hyundai or Dacia with manual transmission. Upon request, it could be possible to provide a automatic transmission car as well. 
For groups larger than 4, it is possible to rent a Ford Custom that has a maximum capacity of 8 people. 

Can I use my foreign license to drive in Turkey?

Yes, all foreigners are allowed to drive for six months in Turkey without a Turkish license.

When is the best time to travel to Turkey?

The Turkish coast is best visited outside the heat and crowds of July and August and the rains of January and February. While the best times to hike on the coast are March-May and Late September-Early December, our self-drive tours are also great options all through the summer. Cappadocia is best visited May- Mid November.

When is the best time to hike the Lycian Way?

The best time to hike the Lycian Way is either in Spring (March-May) or Autumn (Late September-Early December). There’s is only a small chance of rain during these two seasons and temperatures are cool enough to warrant an enjoyable hike. The months of January and February are quite rainy, and the summer months can get unbearably hot. The only hiking we can recommend during summer is 1-2 hour hikes in the early morning or evening, no full day hikes.

Are the tours available any time of the year?

Yes, our tours are available any time. Since our tours are self-guided, there are no set dates, you can choose any time that suits your schedule. During the off-season some of the hotels we usually work with may be closed, so the hotels you stay in may be different than those listed on our website.

What equipment do you provide?

We provide a link to Wikiloc app through which you can follow GPS coordinates, a detailed e-book outlining your tour program, with lots of pictures and relevant information, hyper-links for google maps locations etc. Participants are responsible for bringing their own hiking equipment such as boots, poles, hat, and backpack.