The Escape trip starts from Dalyan where cliffside tombs stand testament to a time forgotten. From Gocek, cruise along the Mediterranean Sea with overnights at exotic ports and island moorings. You will also experience the exotic and charming towns of Kalkan and Kas, and the Ottoman city of Antalya, where we treat you to the luxuries of the Ruin Adalia Hotel.
Only Great Explorations:
Turkey has seen many improvements over the years, particularly road paving and bike lanes (and some great new luxe level hotels). We stay in a variety of hotels on this trip, and we hope you’ll find each authentic, comfortable and memorable. The Escape trip of 9 days/8 nights has 5 days of cycling (two days of other activities), whereas the longer Expedition trip of 12 days/11 nights has 8 days of cycling – we recommend the Expedition length trip if you can.
Straight Talk
Dalyan, Muğla Province, Turkey
Day 1+2
Gemile Adası, Fethiye/Muğla, Turkey
Day 3
Kaş/Antalya, Turkey
Day 4
Kekova Island, Demre/Antalya, Turkey
Day 5
Olympos Teleferik, Kemer/Antalya, Turkey
Day 6+7
Antalya, Turkey
Day 8+9
İstanbul, Turkey
Optional Extension
Cappadocia, Göreme Belediyesi/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Turkey
Optional Extension
| 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|
| Apr 17-25 | Apr 16-24 |
| May 1-9 | Apr 30- May 8 |
| Sep 25-Oct 3 | Sep 10-18 |
| Oct 7-15 | Oct 22-30 |
Trip can start at any date. Custom trips also available. Call or email for details.
Trip Size
Total Days
Arrive/Depart
Activity LevelModerate/intermediate
20-40+ miles daily
Van supported
TerrainSome of the coastline is hilly, but strategic shuttles are available at any time
CostLand Cost
US $4,850
Single Supplement
US $1,300
Although we guarantee a departure with 4 participants, the yacht requires minimum 8 participants. If there is between 4-7 participants on an open departure, we will substitute the yacht with a hotel stay for those 3-days unless everyone is ok with the supplements below. If there is between 4-7 participants on a private departure, and the group is interested in the yacht option, there will be a supplement of:
6-7 pax: US $500 pp
4-5 pax: US $750 pp
On an open departure, in the unlikely event there are less than 8 participants, we reserve the right to provide the land-based itinerary – we would still visit Kekova by boat on Day 8 as a day trip; there would be a rebate of US $750 per person.
Bike Rentals
Hybrid Bikes: US $380
E-Bikes*: US $560
*E-bikes are generally available but are on an ‘on request basis ‘ and will be confirmed on receipt of your booking registration. E-bikes provided are the best rentals available in the region. Our regular fleet of hybrid bikes are fun to ride and light and fast, but if having an e-bike will make your trip, we’ll do our best to provide. E-bike rentals are non-refundable.
Pre- or Post-trip Extensions
In Turkey we offer extensions to both Istanbul and Cappadocia. Although the Istanbul Extension would normally be done before your trip and the Cappadocia Extension afterwards, you can do them before or after.
Istanbul
US $695
Single supplement US $295
Includes 2N/2D with transfers, 1/2 day walking tour, and City Guide for Istanbul.
US $995
Single supplement US $450
Includes 3N/3D with transfers, 1/2 day walking tour, 1/2 day walking or food tour, and City Guide for Istanbul.
Cappadocia
US $695
Single supplement US $295
Includes 2N/2D with transfers, full day walking tour, and City Guide for Cappadocia.
US $995
Single supplement US $450
Includes 3N/3D with transfers, full day walking tour, and City Guide for Cappadocia.
Getting There
Our trip begins in Dalyan. For those on the Escape trip, we will arrange transfer from the Dalaman airport to Dalyan in the early afternoon. Our official meeting time is at 6 p.m. and dinner is at the hotel restaurant.
Dalyan
You should fly into Dalaman airport; there is typically a flight late afternoon from Istanbul that arrives at 3:15 p.m. We will meet this flight and whisk you to Dalyan to meet up with the group, and join dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Dalyan
Dalyan is a wonderful town to explore. We’ll cycle to Iztuzu Beach, where the famed loggerhead sea-turtles are found, and walk a dramatic stretch of beach and have lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll boat over to Caunos and hike up to the Lycian tombs and ancient theatre. Back at the hotel, enjoy some pool time. There are lots of great options for dinner in town for a night on your own.
Ride Distance: 15 km; 280 m gain
Hike Distance: 6 km
Blue Cruise – St. Nicholas
Departing Dalyan, we’ll ride across a flat plain on a road with dedicated bike lane before climbing mid-morning along lesser used roads passing through rural villages. Arrive to lovely harbor of Gocek where we will board our yacht to begin our blue voyage. We will cruise to Saint Nicholas Island, where you’ll have the chance to hike up to a splendid viewpoint. We will overnight in a quiet cove with dinner under the stars on a luxurious yacht.
Ride Distance: 43 km; 690 m gain
*Although we guarantee a departure with 4 participants, the yacht requires minimum 8 participants. If there is between 4-7 participants on an open departure, we will substitute the yacht with a hotel stay for those 3-days. If there is between 4-7 participants on a private departure, and the group is interested in the yacht option, there will be a supplement of US $500 per person.
On an open departure, in the unlikely event there are less than 8 participants, we reserve the right to provide the land-based itinerary – we would still visit Kekova by boat on Day 5 as a day trip; there would be a rebate of US $750 per person.
Blue Cruise – Kas & Kalkan
We sail along the coast, passing Patara Beach (once voted the world’s most beautiful beach) and the charming sea-side port town of Kalkan full of artisan shops and cafes. We will cycle a dramatic stretch of road to charming village of Kas where lunch awaits. In the afternoon, we will anchor in a lovely setting and swim and relax.
Ride Distance: 30 km; 550 m gain
Blue Cruise – Kekova Island
Cruise to Kekova Island visiting a sunken Lycian city en route to Simena, where we’ll hike up to the castle above the village overnighting in a bay off of Ucagiz. This is a day off the bikes and we are certain you will enjoy time on the yacht with kayaks, paddleboards, snorkels, etc.
Olympos
We’ll cruise to a small village where you can ride a dramatic stretch of road to Finike visiting the infamous Church of St. Nicolas (where the legend began) and impressive ruins at nearby Myra, metropolis of Lycia in early Christian times. These are some of the most impressive Greco-Roman and Lycian site in Turkey. In the late afternoon, we continue to Olympos and its incomparable beach (rated by The Telegraph as the most beautiful beach in Turkey). This beautiful stretch of coastline became a national park in 1972. Dine at one of the beachside restaurants with the sun setting over the Mediterranean. Sublime.
Ride Distance: 46km; 425m or 54km; 560m or 67 km; 800 m
Olympos
With a second day in Olympos we will cycle a short loop exploring the roads and sites of this idyllic region. Mid-morning, we will hike up into the lush forest to see the Roman ruins that include a large temple, theatre, Byzantine basilica, and Roman bath, all from the 3C. Within the boundaries of the national park are also the ruins of Phaselis, another Lycian city, and the wild and beautiful scenery of Mount Tahtali. A path runs beside the sarcophagi of the ancient necropolis up to a medieval castle from which there is a spectacular view. Or you can just sit back on the beach and enjoy the scenery. Numerous restaurants line the beach for you to choose between for dinner (we will recommend our favourite).
Antalya
There is time, should you wish to hike some of the Lycian way, a trail that passes right through Olympos. Mid-morning, we’ll transfer to Antalya to explore this thriving port city with beautiful harbour and ancient town where there is lots to see and do. There may be an opportunity to cycle a beachside path to the historic center. We will enjoy lunch at a favourite restaurant in the historic district. Enjoy a hammam at the hotel. We will staying at the luxurious Ruin Adalia in the historic center. We’ll celebrate our final night with dinner at an exquisite restaurant and toast a trip of turquoise waters and eternal sun.
Hike distance: 9.7km; 520m
Ride distance: 10km; 80m
Depart
Transfer at your leisure to airport or see extensions below. The Antalya airport is about 30 minutes taxi away.
This 4-star hotel is the best hotel in Dalyan and boasts mountain views, spa with indoor pool and two outdoor pools, and is just a 2-minute walk from the Dalyan river. A breakfast buffet is served in an airy restaurant that has floor to ceiling windows.
Each night we’ll stay on board our Deluxe class yacht in an idyllic setting. The yachts we typically use are 28 m in length with 5 or 6 spacious double cabins, each with private facilities; with a crew of 4 and a maximum of 10-12 guests you will be well looked after.
This hotel is our newest discovery in Ciarali, located just 100m from the beach, with large swimming pool and extensive gardens and hip lounges. You won't want to leave!
Occupying a collection of 19th-century houses and set above archaeological remains, this elegant hotel is a 2-minute walk from the ancient Roman Hadrian's Gate. Note that on some departures, we will be using the Crowne Plaza Antalya, a 5-star hotel on the beach instead of historic center.
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