Turkey’s Mediterranean coast with it’s azure blue waters, sandy beaches and charming coves has long been a tourist attraction but our tour leaves the crowds behind in a search for the perfect single track experience. The mountains inland from the coast that provide adrenalin fuelled excitement but we also have days exploring narrow tracks right on the seaside- of course with plenty of opportunities for swimming and relaxing!
Highlights:
- Ancient coastal tracks linking clear water bays with perfect swimming opportunities
- The charming resort of Dalyan with its protected beach, thermal mud baths and freshwater turtles!
- Dirt road biking in the cool shad of mature pine trees.
- Relaxing in the cool waters of Saklikent Gorge
Tour Description:
This is the perfect holiday for novice and intermediate mountain bikers who also want a bit of time to put their feet up. The infrastructure of the area lets us use of a vehicle for uplifts wherever possible which can make this tour less physically taxing than others.
Why?
Turkey’s western Mediterranean cost, historically named Lykia and nowadays referred to as the Turquoise Coast, is undeniably special but this trip makes it easy to escape the tourist hoards and get to see the very best of the coast and coastal mountains. Accommodation is superb, and the tour is easily customisable to your requirements- just drop us a line.
When?
This area is best from April to June and September to November as the intense dry heat of summer can make biking feel more like a chore than a pleasure.
How?
The tour starts and finishes in Dalaman where there are many flight options to suit all budgets. Contact us if you need advice or assistance.
About the Area:
Lycia In ancient times was inhabited by a proud and independent race. Their stone graves are perched on headlands or cut into cliffs. Later Roman ruins abound, with harbours, theatres and temples tucked into the scented pine forests that line the coast. The mountains tower up from the coast – the highest peaks top 3000 metres, and Mount Olympos, near Cirali, is at 2,388m.
The main coastal towns are Kemer, Kas and Kalkan, where it’s possible to cruise on a Gulet, or wooden yacht, go diving to the many wrecks beneath the waves, or just enjoy the sun, and sparkling nightlife.
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Practical Info:
Price Per PERSON (excluding flights):
870 Euro.
To make a booking:
Contact Us
Start / finish point:
Dalaman
Approx flight price(From UK):
200 Euro.
Duration:
8 days.
The biking:
6 days multi centre.
Fitness grade 1/2.
Skill grade B.
Group size 6-14.
What’s included:
7 nights hotel accommodation.
Transfers to and from Dalaman airport.
Professional MTB guide.
Full use of support vehicle and driver.
Bottled water while riding.
All meals, tea and coffee.
What’s not included:
Alcoholic and soft drinks available at camps or restaurants and entrance fees to historical sites and museums. Tips for guides and driver.
Trip dates:
6th April – 13th April 2013 (Easter holidays)
26th October – 2nd November 2013
Optional extras:
Single room guarantee 220 Euro.
Bike rental 150 Euro.
See Booking Conditions for details.
