Tour Details
Our Heart of Lycia Tour is centrally based in the lively seaside town of Kas; you’ll stay in the same hotel all three nights and explore nearby sites and trails. This section is less forested than the Western or Eastern sections, but has many more ancient ruins and you’ll be able to swim every day. The highlight of many visitors’ trip is the boat tour over the sunken city of Kekova.
Itinerary
Pick up from the Dalaman Airport and transfer to Delikkemer (1 hr). Delikkemer is the ancient aqueduct that used to carry the water for Patara, one of the 6 major Lycian Cities. The piping system is still visible along the hike. The route passes by some old olive groves with views of the fertile Esen Valley. Walking into the ancient city, its significance immediately becomes apparent with its well-preserved theatre, parliament house, main streets, and much more. The day ends with a visit to the 16 km long fine-sand beach of Patara, also a sea turtle nesting area. Transfer to Kaş.
Overnight in Payam Hotel, Kaş
The hike starts directly from the hotel, heading high above Kaş on a nice path zigzagging across the mountain slope with beautiful views of the town below. The reward at the top is breathtaking. After a little break, the walk carries onto Cukurbag before ascending again to ancient Phellos. This mountain-top Lycian site will surprise you with its ruins and views of the mountains to the north.
Overnight in Payam Hotel, Kaş
A 30-minute drive takes you to the small village of Kılıçlı to start the hike. The ruins of ancient Apollonia are also located nearby. For a place in the middle of nowhere, this forgotten site has a lot to offer. The stony path starts descending through low vegetation before coming upon the sarcophagi of Aperlae. The ancient economy of this town was driven by the valuable Tyrian dye derived from a type of marine snail. Your efforts on the hike are rewarded with a nice boat trip over the Kekova sound with its turquoise waters. Having seen the sunken city and Simena, the boat trip ends in Ucagiz where you’ll meet with the car to go back to Kas.
Overnight in Payam Hotel, Kaş
A short transfer takes you to the beginning of the hike at pristine and unsettled Ufakdere bay. The coastal path carries on through low vegetation allowing for endless sea views before arriving at Limanagzı Bay. This is a perfect spot to go for a swim and take a break. Passing by the ancient rock tombs of the Lycians, the day ends as you walk straight into your hotel.
Transfer to Dalaman airport after the hike.
Hotels
We considered comfort, price, and location to choose the best hotels for your trip to Kas. The prices are for the standard rooms. For suite or upgraded rooms, please contact us.
- Standard – At the Center: Payam Hotel, Kaş
- Upgraded – At the Peninsula: Villa Hotel Tamara, Kaş



















