• “ONE WEEK WINTER HOLIDAY”

  DAY 1 ARRIVAL
  The tour group meets in the hotel for an introduction evening and welcome cocktail depending on arrival times. (Dinner)

  DAY 2 KAYAKÖY / ST NICHOLAS ISLAND
  Today we explore Kayaköy, the abandoned Greek settlement founded in the 14th Century. Originally the Lycian city of Karmylassos, the village was re-established by Greek settlers as Levissi in the 14th century. The 3,500 abandoned houses blanketing the slopes date to the 19th century and are an awe inspiring sight. After lunch, a forest drive takes us to the beautiful Gemiler beach, surrounded by pine and olive trees. From here we go to St Nicholas Island with its ruins of a Byzantine monastery - St Nicholas was once resident. A swimming opportunity among the submerged ruins before returning to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (Breakfast, Dinner)

   DAY 3 LYCIAN WAY

  This morning we drive to the village of Kozağaç at the base of Baba Dağ Mountain where we commence our trek via shepherd tracks. We follow the ancient Lycian Way with the blue Mediterranean on one side and magnificent Taurus Mountains on the other.  A picnic lunch enroute ensures a relaxed return to the hotel on foot. Time for a hot scrub & massage in the Turkish Bath or ‘Hamam’ (extra & optional) – an authentic, not to be missed experience. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

   DAY 4  EPHESUS / PAMUKKALE

  An early start for the drive to Turkey’s most reknowned and best preserved ancient cities, Ephesus. Here we walk along the marble streets as our guide points out the many treasures – Celcus Library, Ampitheatre and Temple of Hadrian to name just a few. After lunch we drive through some beautiful countryside to Pamukkale (cotton castle) where we check-in to our thermal hotel with time to enjoy the hot pools. (Breakfast, Dinner)

   DAY 5  PAMUKKALE / FETHİYE

  After breakfast, we stroll among Pamukkale’s amazing white terraces, formed by the constant flow of the mineral rich, thermal waters. We also explore the ruins of the ancient Roman spa resort of Hierapolis before lunch and our return journey down off the plateau to Fethiye. En route we visit a carpet weaving centre to learn about Turkey’s most treasured craft. (Breakfast, Dinner)

   DAY 6  EASY DAY

  Free morning to recover from overnight trip. Step into Louis de Berniere’s ‘Birds Without Wings’ country on a late afternoon walk from Kayaköy to Ölüdeniz. (Breakfast, Dinner)

   DAY 7  ÜZÜMLÜ & FETHİYE OLD TOWN

  Today we visit the quaint villages of İncirköy and Üzümlü to see some traditional wooden housing. Most homes have a loom where the region’s distinctive cloth is woven. Return to Fethiye where we visit the old city (Paspatur) for some shopping and see the Amyntas Lycian rock tombs overlooking the city. This evening we have our farewell dinner at our hotel.  (Breakfast, Dinner)

   DAY 8 RETURN FLIGHTS

  Transfer to Dalaman airport or stay on for optional 2^nd week. (Breakfast)

   OPTIONAL 2^ND WEEK :  (B&B BASIS)

  Enjoy a second week in the Fethiye area with many excursions and activities on offer including  Dalyan tour, Saklıkent / Xanthos / Patara tour, horse riding, quad biking, day walks.

    Tour Notes:

  • All drinks are extra.
  • All hotel facilities are free  except Turkish Bath & massage.
  • Board status as per itinery.
  • Please bring : raincoat, sturdy walking shoes, small day pack, warm clothes, swimming gear incl. beach towel.
  • Accommodation at Sea Breeze Apart Hotel see www.seabreezeapart.com except at Pamukkale – 4 star, thermal hotel.

WINTER TOUR – PRICES