Holiday in Lycia Coast

About Lycia Coast

The Lycia Coast stretches over approximately 200 kilometers between Antalya and Fethiye, combining ancient ruins, turquoise blue Mediterranean waters, and dramatic mountain landscapes into one of the most beautiful coastal regions of the entire Mediterranean. Named after the ancient people of the Lycians, who established an independent civilization here from the 15th century BC, this coast features fascinating testimonies of past epochs every few kilometers. The Lycian Way, one of the most beautiful long-distance hiking trails in the world, runs 540 kilometers along the coast through pine forests, over mountain ridges, and past ancient sites. Individual daily stages are also manageable without long-distance hiking experience and offer spectacular panoramas. Particularly, the section between Ölüdeniz and Kaş is considered a highlight. The ancient city of Olympos is picturesque in a gorge directly by the sea, and above on Mount Chimera, natural gas flames have been blazing from the rock for millennia — a mystical natural spectacle that served as a beacon for sailors in ancient times. Myra with its spectacular rock tombs, Xanthos as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the sunken Kekova offer further cultural highlights. In between, secluded bays, family-run guesthouses, and the relaxed vibe of a coast that has retained its original character despite growing popularity beckon.