Turkey’s Lycian Coast-Bike & Boat Tour

Highlights: Guided

1. Stroll through the city’s labyrinth of winding streets and visit the famous bazaar in Marmaris
2. Visit the Lykian tombs high above the city and the rock cut temple tomb of Amyntascycle
3. Cycle to the since 1922 uninhabited Greek city of Kayaköy
4. Explore the “Hidden City” of Saklikent Canyon
5. Cycle through fertile fields and lush vegetation at Dalyan
6. Relax in the thermal baths in the ancient city Kaunos

Daily Program: Guided

Day 1: Arrival to Marmaris
Individual arrival to Marmaris. Check-in on board begins at 2 pm. Use the afternoon for a stroll through the town and its famous bazaar. The tour begins with a communal dinner on board.
Overnight near Marmaris.

Day 2: Marmaris – Sarsala (22 miles/35 km)
Ship ahoy! A short two-hour cruise brings us to a picturesque swimming bay. From here we will traverse a high pass in the Dalaman plain by bike, on route to Sarsala, a quiet bay.
Overnight near Sarsala.

Day 3: Sarsala – Fethiye (19 miles/32 km)
After breakfast you embark on a ships crossing which takes you past a scattered array of smaller islands until you reach Gemiler – also known as the Island of St. Nikolas – where a 5th Century church stands in his memory.

Your bike tour winds its way through pine forests until you reach the 1922 abandoned Greek City of Kayaköy, once home to 6,500 inhabitants. The tour then leads you onwards to the Ölüdeniz lagoon, an expansive beach which reminds many of the ‘Golden Horn’ on Brac in Croatia.

After arrival in Fethiye, it is your choice to continue on a beautiful yet demanding tour to the Lycian rock tombs set into the cliffs high above the city, where the awe inspiring Temple grave of the Amyntas can be marvelled at.

A rewarding descent takes you to the comfort of the ship. The evening can be spent taking a stroll through the city streets; recommended are the alleyways of the old town located by the Eski Cami Mosque.
Overnight near Fethiye.

Day 4: Fethiye – Gocek (25 miles/40 km)
A morning transfer (50mins) takes you to the starting point for today’s cycle tour; Cavdir. From here you continue by bike to the Saklikent-Canyon where a riverside restaurant invites you to refuel and relax before you explore the Canyon on foot. You continue north to Tlos, once one of the most influential cities of the Lycian kingdom. The fascinating rock tombs and the ancient city ruins create a one of a kind panorama.

Views of the Taurus mountains on one side and the coastline on the other will leave all photographers excitedly fumbling their cameras. A rapid descent will bring you on your
way to Kemer. A transfer shuttle will take you and the bikes from here to Fethiye (30mins) where the ship waits. There is enough time to relax on the crossing to Göcek. Renowned for its marina, Göcek plays an important role for tourism on the southern coast of Turkey.
Overnight near Gocek.

Day 5: Gocek – Ekineik (28 miles/45 km)
The bike route from Göcek leads you up a winding pass which offers a beautiful view of the bay. Quiet roads snake their way through thriving fields and lush vegetation to your destination of Dalyan. An outing boat collects you and the bikes and takes you on a half hour tour along the Dalyan Delta past imposing Lycian rock tombs to a nearby island where the boat awaits your arrival.
Overnight near Ekineik.

Day 6: Kaunos – Ekincik (19 miles/30 km)
After breakfast a small transfer boat brings you in the vicinity of the ancient city of Kaunos, today’s first destination. The harbour which once offered the city direct connection to the sea now lies high and dry. The acropolis is all that remains to tell of this cities former glory. After a look around the acropolis you continue on bike towards Ekincik where a thermal bath invites you for a swim stop along the way. The last stretch of the tour leads you away from the lake side in the direction of Ekincik, the small village where you will stay for the night.

Day 7: Ekincik – Marmaris (20 miles/32 km)
After a two hour crossing in the morning sun you reach the peninsula of Bozborun by boat. A winding road takes you above sea level to a small mountain village with a 1500 year old sycamore tree and a small bazar which you can visit on foot. After climbing again you are rewarded with the descent along the coastal road to Icmeler. The tour then continues towards Marmaris where the boat awaits you for a relaxed evening meal together with fellow travellers and tour guides.
Overnight near Marmaris.

Day 8: Departure from Marmaris
After breakfast, check-out and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey.

Changes:
We reserve the right to make alterations to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements. The tour sometimes takes place in reverse order.

Included Services: Guided

• 8-day boat trip on a deluxe gulet with crew
• 7 nights in a double cabin with private bathroom
• 7 x half-board on the ship (breakfast and dinner)
• Bed linen and towels
• Guided bike tours as described in the itinerary
• Overview maps for all cycle tours on board
• Hybrid touring bike, 21-speed (an electrically assisted bike is available to rent at an additional charge)
• Support vehicle on all tours
• Transfers during the tour including bicycle transport as described in the itinerary
• Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)
• English speaking tour guide

Bike Rentals: Guided
Bikes available to be rented (in advance at the time of booking) include:

• Hybrid touring bike, 21-speed (included in tour price)
• Electrically assisted bike, i:SY-Flyer ECO (available for an extra fee)

All above bike rentals will be equipped with the following at no additional charge:

• Rear, side saddle bag (waterproof)

Additional specifications on the Hybrid touring bikes:

• Inselhuepfen brand, aluminum frame
• 21-gear derailleur, Alivio
• Shimano V-brakes
• Comfortable Selle Royal saddles

Please note that the bikes are deliberately NOT equipped with water bottle holders. There is room in the saddle bag to carry a bottle of water, along with everything else you need for the daily rides.

Additional specifications on the Electrically assisted bikes:
The i:SY-Flyer ECO, a relatively light model of 50 pounds (21 kg), is a compact bike with a special low frame geometry for easy mounting and 20-inch wheels. The handlebar “Speedlifter Twist” is turnable, making the bike space-efficient for storage. This E-Bike model is equipped with an 8-gear-Shimano hub gearshift (Nexus), as well as Shimano V-brakes. It has a 10-amp battery along with an 8-amp back-up that allow for unlimited riding.

The type i:SY Flyer ECO is available for all persons with a height of 150- 190 cm (it is not available for heights above 190 cm).

Bicycle insurance is available to buy. It costs 10 Euros/week for the hybrid touring bikes, and 20 Euros/week for the electrically assisted bikes.

Pedals:
The bikes will have FLAT pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals. The guide on board the boat can assist you in attaching them to your rental bike.

Seats:
If you plan to bring your own seat, please ensure that it is a universal seat post. The guide on board can also assist you if you bring your own seat.

Helmets:
It is required to wear helmets on this tour. In order to guarantee optimum protection, we request that you bring your own helmet and – for your own safety – wear it on all bike tours. A limited number of helmets are available on board to rent, at the time of booking, thought it is highly recommended to bring your own helmet.