DAY 2 KAYAKÖY / ST NICHOLAS ISLAND (23^rd December)
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 DEMRE (24^th December)

To get into the Christmas mood we take a stunning Mediterranean coastal drive, via the once fishing villages of Kalkan and Kaş, to Demre – the village where St Nicholas spent his last days. Visit the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, dedicated to the 4th- Century bishop. In the cliff faces overlooking Demre is the spectacular ancient city of Myra. Here our guide will point out the many significant rock tombs. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 4 CHRISTMAS DAY (25^th December)
Merry Christmas! Celebrate Christmas at the Sea Breeze Apart Hotel.  Enjoy a light breakfast and relax in the morning. In the afternoon a sumptuous traditional Christmas banquet lunch is served and entertainment is provided throughout the afternoon. Late afternoon will be a perfect time to take a Christmas Day nap before a light buffet dinner with entertainment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 5 BOXING DAY (26^th December)
Free morning to recover from Christmas celebrations. Step into Louis de Berniere’s ‘Birds Without Wings’ country on a late afternoon walk from Kayaköy to Ölüdeniz.(Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 6 LYCIAN WAY (27^th December)

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 7 CADIANDA & FETHİYE OLD TOWN (28^th December)

Today we visit the quaint villages of İncirköy and Üzümlü to see some traditional wooden housing before a visit to the ancient site of Cadianda, with its impressive views from the city walls. 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 (29^th December)

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

OPTIONAL 2^ND WEEK :  ( B&B basis plus New Years Eve dinner & entertainment)

Enjoy a second week in the Fethiye area with many excursions and activities on offer including Ephesus & Pamukkale tour, Dalyan tour, horse riding, quad biking, day walks.

New Years Eve will be lavishly celebrated at Sea Breeze’s Palms Restaurant with entertainment, fireworks & lots of partying.

Tour Notes:

• All drinks are extra.
• All hotel facilities are free  except Turkish Bath & massage.
• Board status as per itinerary.
• 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

CHRISTMAS TOUR – PRICES

For bookings call: Buzz Holidays UK +44 (0)161 449 5228