Lycian Coast by Bike + Boat

The Lycian southcoast of Turkey

Tour map

Route

Tour profile / Level 3

The trip along the Lycian Coast belongs to the most challenging of our island program. The day tours are an average of 40 km and take you through partly hilly and mountainous terrain. There will also be extended climbs where walking your bike is of course permitted. Most of the roads are asphalted. You can set aside a whole or half-day for swimming or relaxing on board of the boat whenever you want.

Itinerary Bodrum - Göcek

Day 1: Bodrum (Embarkation)
Individual arrival by plane to Bodrum Airport and transfer to Bodrum (approx. 45 min.). Check-in on the boat begins at 2 pm. Take the afternoon to stroll through the lively old town, the famous bazar, and the impressive fortress. The week begins with a shared dinner on board. 

Day 2: Bodrum – Körmen – Knidos, approx. 42 km
In the early morning, we leave for our first sailing trip of the week which brings us from Bodrum to Körmen. Once we arrive, we hop on our bikes for our first cycling tour, 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.  

Day 3: Knidos – Serçe Limanı – Çiftlik, approx. 49 km
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. 

Day 4: Çiftlik – Ekincik – Kaunos, approx. 31 km
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.  

Day 5: Kaunos – Dalaman – Sarsala Bay, approx. 42 km
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. We cross 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 the ship from afar. 

Day 6: Gemiler Bay – Fethiye, approx. 33 km
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.

Day 7: Fethiye – Saklikent Canyon – Göcek, approx. 27 km
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.

Day 8: Göcek (Disembakation)
After breakfast check-out. On request collective transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey.

  • Extension module Istanbul- PRE or POST tour

    ADDITIONAL MODULE ISTANBUL-  PRE or POST tour

    Included services:

    •     3 overnight stays in a boutique hotel in the old town of Istanbul
       
    •     boat trip on the Bosporus
       
    •     2-day guided cultural tour
       
    •     entrance to the Hagia Sofia
       
    •     1 dinner in a restaurant at the Bosporus excl. drinks
       
    •     incl. transfer airport Istanbul - hotel as well as hotel - airport Istanbul

    Price per person: upon request

    Minimum number of participants: 2 person

     

Itinerary Göcek - Bodrum

Day 1: Göcek (Embarkation)
Individual arrival by plane to Dalaman Airport and transfer to Göcek (approx. 1 h). Check-in on board starts at 2 pm. Take the afternoon to stroll through the lively harbour town. The week begins with dinner on board.  

Day 2: Göcek – Saklikent Canyon – Gemiler Bay, approx. 27 km
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 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. 

Day 3: Gemiler Bay – Fethiye – Sarsala Bay, approx. 33 km
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 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. 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. 

Day 4: Sarsala Bay – Dalaman – Dalyan, approx. 42 km
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.  

Day 5: Kaunos – Ekincik – Ciftlik Bay, approx. 31 km
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 finally reach the tiny fishermen’s village of Ekincik, where we board the boat and spend the night in the bay of Ciftlik. 

Day 6: Çiftlik – Serçe Limanı – Datça, approx. 49 km
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.

Day 7: Datça – Knidos, approx. 42 km
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.

Day 8: Knidos – Bodrum (Disembarkation)
In the morning we cross over from Knidos to Bodrum. Check-out after breakfast. On request collective group transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey.

  • Extension module Istanbul- PRE or POST tour

    ADDITIONAL MODULE ISTANBUL-  PRE or POST tour

    Included services:

    •     3 overnight stays in a boutique hotel in the old town of Istanbul
       
    •     boat trip on the Bosporus
       
    •     2-day guided cultural tour
       
    •     entrance to the Hagia Sofia
       
    •     1 dinner in a restaurant at the Bosporus excl. drinks
       
    •     incl. transfer airport Istanbul - hotel as well as hotel - airport Istanbul

    Price per person: upon request

    Minimum number of participants: 2 person

     

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

We reserve the right to make alterations to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements. Sometimes the tour will be conducted in inverse order. You will find further details in your booking information packet.

Services

  • 8-day boat trip on a gulet with crew

  • 7 nights in a double cabin with private shower/WC

  • 7x half-board on the ship

  • Bed linen and towels

  • Guided bike-tours as described in itinerary

  • Overview maps for all cycle tours on board

  • Support vehicle on all cycle tours

  • Transfers during the trip incl. bicycle transport as described in itinerary

  • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)

  • English speaking tour guide

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

    Season / Period
    Type

    Extras

    Discount
    children until 16,99 years in own cabin -25%
       
    Bicycle & equipment
    21-speed bike 80
    E-Bike 225
    Insurance against theft/damage (trekking bike) 10
    Insurance against theft/damage (E-Bike) 25
       
    Additional night
    Bodrum on request
       
    Transfers*
    Airport Dalaman - Göcek on request
    Airport Dalaman - Bodrum on request
    Airport Bodrum - Bodrum  on request
    Airport Bodrum - Fethyie on request

    *shared transfer ONLY on embarkation-disembarkation day, prices per way/person


    Best - Price - Guarantee

    If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
    All prices per person in EUR

    Ship

    Welcome on board of Gulet ADMIRAL!

    The Admiral is a traditional Turkish gulet. With its three towering masts and an imposing sail area, this deluxe vessel equipped with every imaginable comfort is a real eye-catcher. With a well-stocked bar, the cozy salon invites you to sit together with new acquaintances in cheerful company. Meals, lovingly prepared in the galley, are served either in the salon or on the spacious outdoor deck. On the deck you will also find a sunbathing lawn and plenty of comfortable seating to enjoy the crossings.


    Cabins

    The Admiral offers with its 15 spacious and very tastefully furnished guest cabins enough space even for larger groups. The guest cabins, decorated in fine wood, are located below deck and all have air conditioning as well as a private bathroom with shower cabin and toilet.

    Beds: Double beds 190 x 140 cm, 180 x 160 cm
    separate & ground level beds: 190 x 75 cm,


    Technical data

    Year: 2013
    Capacity: 34+
    Length: 42 m
    Width: 8,40 m

    Bicycle

    Rental bikes incl. Panniers

    We provide the following bikes on board:

    • 21-speed trekking bikes (men’s and women’s frames in four different frame sizes: 46 cm and 52 cm for women, 56 cm and 60 cm for men.).
    • E-bikes
    • tagalongs, child seats, ...

    If you do not want to do without your own saddle or clipless pedals, you are welcome to bring them with you and have them mounted on your rental bike by your tour guide on site.


    E-bikes | Electric bikes | Pedelecs

    Our e-bikes are high-quality pedelecs, which are characterized by a relatively low weight and good equipment. With an e-bike, even steep inclines can be climbed almost effortlessly. So now cyclists with different fitness levels can go on tours together! 


    Additional insurance (bookable/payable on site)

    Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike (not covered: intentional damage):

    21-speed trekking bike: € 10,- /week
    Electric bike: € 20,- /week

    Useful

    Arrival - Parking - Departure

    Arrival by plane

    Airport:  Dalaman (DLM), Bodrum (BOD)
    Flights can be booked individually. For details see your final travel documents.

    Transfer

    See under "Date & Prices"


    Participants

    Minimum: 14


    Additional information

    Helmets
    Helmet use is mandatory on all cycle tours. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own (well-fitted) helmet. Cycle helmets are available on board in limited number (on request).

    Bringing Own Bike
    Please be informed that only bringing normal trekking-/touring-/city-bikes is allowed. It is NOT possible to bring own E-bikes - those have to be rented; depending on availability.

    Children
    We believe that only children in a good physical condition and with a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the cycle tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for a rental bicycles is 1.50 m (5 ft.)

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