Turkey Walk and Sail
8 Days Starting in Marmaris, Turkey and ending in Fethiye, Turkey
Visiting: Marmaris, Dalyan, Aga Limani, Bedri Rami Bay, Inlice, Fethiye
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SWT
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
8 - 14
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the Turkey Walk and Sail tour for an unforgettable adventure through Turkey's stunning coastal and mountain paths. Discover hidden archaeological sites accessible only on foot, visit secluded bays, and immerse yourself in genuine cultural exchanges with local people. Enjoy the camaraderie of life on board a traditional Turkish gulet, where you'll stay in comfortable twin or double cabins with private facilities. Delight in Turkish-style breakfasts, cooked lunches, and dinners as you explore ancient ruins, bathe in hot springs, and walk through picturesque villages. Highlights include a Dalyan boat trip, visits to Kaunos and Tlos, and the scenic Lycian Way. This tour offers a perfect blend of walking, sailing, and cultural experiences.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Marmaris
Location: Marmaris
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Dinner
On arrival in Marmaris, make your way to the boat. We are happy to arrange airport transfers for you - supplement applies. Cabins are available from 5.00pm though luggage can be dropped off earlier. Following dinner on board, where you will meet your crew, guide and fellow travellers, you can also take the opportunity to explore this bustling resort, whether it's shopping or enjoying the party atmosphere of the nightlife on Bar Street or just having a quiet evening on the boat, or a Turkish bath.
Day 2 : Kumlubuk To Ruins Of A Monastic Village (2-3Hrs)
Location: Marmaris
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Marmaris we leave behind the busy port and cruise to a beautiful pebble beach close to Kumlubuk. Our walk takes us up through ancient mixed forests where we will find the remains of a Hellenistic village thought to be a Monastic community. We return to the gulet for lunch. There will be a chance to swim in the afternoon before we sail to a secluded bay where we cast anchor for the night.
Day 3 : Walk To The Village Of Candir (3.5-4Hrs) Visit The Ruins At Kaunos And Hot Springs
Location: Dalyan
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our morning starts with a walk to the village of Candir where we board a river boat down the narrow waterways of the Dalyan river to see the amazing ruins at Kaunos with its rock hewn tombs built into the sheer cliff face hundreds of feet high in around 400BC. Following our time at the ruins we can bathe in the hot thermal baths or take a mud bath which according to local legend is said to knock 10 years from your age! Later we visit the protected Iztuzu beach, where you can enjoy the beautiful sandy beach. With its high mountains this place of considerable beauty is known locally as Turtle Beach as it is an important breeding ground for Caretta caretta loggerhead sea turtles.
Day 4 : Walk From Aga Limani To The Sunken Cleopatra's Bath, Then To Sarsala Bay (4-5Hrs)
Location: Aga Limani
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Walk in the footsteps of Romans who moored their wooden sailing ships at Aga Limani which is the starting point for our walk. We follow a ruined Roman track to the remains of a Roman settlement before descending into a valley where we can take sage tea with a local Nomad family. Our 2-3 hour walk finishes where the remains of Cleopatra's Bath are now partially submerged, there's plenty of time for swimming and snorkelling amongst the ruins. Lunch onboard. We then take a late afternoon walk (around 2hrs) in pine forest, following the coast around to Sarsala Bay.
Day 5 : Ancient Burial Tombs At Bedri Rami Bay (Optional) Then Walk To Boynuz Bükü (2-3Hrs)
Location: Bedri Rami Bay
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take an optional walk to the ancient burial tombs at Bedri Rami Bay, before we begin our morning walk to Boynuz Bükü. The route takes us through forest of Liquid Amber before reaching our gulet.
Day 6 : Scenic Walk From Inlice (4-5Hrs)
Location: Inlice
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today's coastal walk includes more incredible scenery with views around every turn.
Day 7 : Visit To Tlos And Kayakoy
Location: Fethiye
Accommodation Name: Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The day begins with a drive up to the impressive ancient city of Tlos, considered one of the most important Lycian religious centres. It was here that the Greek mythological hero and his winged flying horse Pegasus are said to have lived. Set high up in the hills behind Fethiye, with dramatic views to the sea, the ancient city has a series of temple type tombs cut out of the rock, a stadium and houses. We continue on to Kayaköy, a Greek village that was deserted in 1923 following the exchange of peoples between Turkey and Greece. The walking trail, the Lycian Way, traverses through this village and again, there are some scenic highlights to be had. We stop for lunch amongst the ruins to feel the atmosphere of this abandoned village which was the inspiration for Louis de Berniere's Birds Without Wings. If we have time in this very full day, we finish with a short walk down from Kayakoy to Fethiye. Overnight Fethiye.
Day 8 : Trip Concludes In Fethiye
Location: Fethiye
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning you say farewell to the crew. Own onward arrangements or an optional transfer to Dalaman Airport.
What's Included
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Meals
Meals include 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners. Breakfast is Turkish style and will generally include cheese (feta), olives, eggs, cucumber, tomatoes, jam, honey, bread, tea, or coffee. A cooked lunch is provided most days, with picnic style lunch when necessary.
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Accommodation
7 nights in twin or double cabin with private facilities on board a Turkish gulet with linen and full crew. Note: twin cabins are limited with the number of cabins dependent on the scheduled gulet.
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Harbour fees and diesel
Harbour fees and diesel for 3-4 hours cruising per day are included.
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English speaking walking guide
An English speaking walking guide is included.
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Dalyan boat trip
Dalyan boat trip including Kaunos entrance tickets, mudbath entrance tickets, small boat hire, and boat driver tips.
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Fethiye excursion
Fethiye excursion including coach travel, TLOS entrance tickets, cooked lunch, Kayakoy tickets, and driver tips.
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Travel to and from Fethiye/Marmaris
Travel to and from Fethiye/Marmaris is included.
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
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Drinks
A range of beverages including wine are available for purchase on board.
Drinking water is provided; however, if you require an individual bottle of water, this will be extra.
Tea and coffee are included. -
Tips for crew and guide
Tips for crew and guide are not included.
It is recommended to tip around 45 Euros per passenger for the crew and 20 Euros per passenger for the guide. -
Additional transport
At times, extra transport may be needed to start or finish a walk, or occasionally the weather may not allow the boat to come into the bay.
In this event, there may be an additional charge of GBP15 per person payable locally. -
Visa
Visa is not included.
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Entrance fees not listed as included
Entrance fees for historical and natural sites not noted in the itinerary are not included.
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Items of a personal nature
Items of a personal nature including souvenirs, ice creams, phone calls, etc.
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Grading
The walking is introductory to moderate (2) grade with daily walks of around 2-5 hours per day. There are some steep sections over loose trails during the walk and such sections of the trail require care. Some sections of the trail are quite exposed so good hats and sunscreen are a must. The accent is on keeping a steady pace with time to stop and take photos (subject to weather conditions). You will need a reasonable level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure.
What You Carry
You only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements including wet weather gear, lunch supplies, water bottle, warm top, phone etc
Mode of Transport
Travel includes cruising on a Turkish gulet, with additional transport to and from Fethiye/Marmaris, and a Dalyan boat trip. Extra transport may be required for certain walks or due to weather conditions.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in a twin or double cabin with private facilities on board a Turkish gulet, complete with linen and a full crew. Note that twin cabins are limited and depend on the scheduled gulet.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of meals are provided during the tour?
Meals include 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners. Breakfast is Turkish style and generally includes cheese (feta), olives, eggs, cucumber, tomatoes, jam, honey, bread, tea, or coffee. A cooked lunch is provided most days, with picnic-style lunch when necessary.
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What kind of accommodation is available on the tour?
Accommodation consists of 7 nights in twin or double cabins with private facilities on board a Turkish gulet. Linen and a full crew are provided. Note that twin cabins are limited and the number of cabins depends on the scheduled gulet.
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Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?
Yes, there may be additional charges for extra transport if needed to start or finish a walk or if the weather does not allow the boat to come into the bay. This could be an additional charge of GBP15 per person payable locally. Also, tips for the crew and guide are recommended at around 45 Euros per passenger for the crew and 20 Euros per passenger for the guide.
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What kind of activities can I expect during the tour?
Activities include walking coastal and mountain paths, visiting archaeological sites only accessible on foot, exploring hidden bays, and experiencing cultural exchanges with local people. There are also opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and visiting hot springs and mud baths.
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Is travel insurance required for this tour?
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this tour.
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Can I bring my own drinks on board?
No, you are not allowed to bring your own drinks on board. However, a range of beverages including wine is available for purchase on board. Drinking water is provided, but if you require an individual bottle of water, this will be extra. Tea and coffee are included.
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What should I carry with me during the walks?
You only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements including wet weather gear, lunch supplies, water bottle, warm top, and phone.
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What is the difficulty level of the walks?
The walking is graded as introductory to moderate with daily walks of around 2-5 hours per day. There are some steep sections over loose trails that require care, and some sections are quite exposed, so good hats and sunscreen are a must. A reasonable level of fitness is required to participate fully in this adventure.
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How fit do I have to be?
Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.
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What happens if something goes wrong?
On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.
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I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?
Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.
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Low Deposit
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 35 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.