LYCIAN WAY ROUTE GUIDE

Central Lycian Way: from Kaş to Kekova and Demre

The coastal section between Kaş and Demre combines ancient paths, quiet coves and the layered history around Kekova.

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Route outline

1Kaş
2Limanağzı / Boğazcık area
3Aperlai
4Üçağız
5Simena / Kaleköy
6Kekova area
7Demre

Trail character

Trails heading east from Kaş reach the area around Aperlai, Üçağız and the Kekova coastline at Simena. This stretch stays closely connected to the sea, bringing rocky paths, small settlements and archaeological sites into the same walking stages.

Who is it for?

For walkers who want time for archaeology, coastal culture and small villages alongside their trek. Planning for heat, sun exposure and drinking water is especially important here.

Planning notes

Some coastal connections may include boat transfers depending on the season and programme.
Open sections without shade can be demanding in hot weather.
Check archaeological-site visiting arrangements separately from the walking programme.

LET’S WALK TOGETHER

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Event dates and daily stages depend on the programme. Browse the current calendar or contact us about a plan for your group.

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Other Lycian Way regions

Mountain scenery overlooking Ölüdeniz and the Mediterranean coast from the Lycian Way

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Western Lycian Way

The western Lycian Way brings together coastal views, pine forests, villages and ancient cities in a single journey.

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Ancient rock-cut tombs and the rocky hillside at Myra in Demre

Demre · Alakilise and Alacadağ area · Finike

Demre–Finike

This more mountainous passage between Demre and Finike climbs away from the coast towards quiet trails around Alakilise and Alacadağ.

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Turquoise Mediterranean coastline through pine trees on the path to Gelidonya Lighthouse

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Eastern Lycian Way

The eastern Lycian Way has a distinctive character, stretching from Gelidonya Lighthouse to Olympos and Çıralı and onward into the higher passages of the Beydağları mountains.

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Route outline and current information: Culture Routes Society. Recheck each stage against a current map and local conditions before walking.