Konya, Lycian Way, Taurus Mountains Hiking and Sightseeing with Wild Adventures - Turkey - September 2025...
Dear Friends ,
Join us , this Summer for new adventure trip in Turkey , between Konya , Antalya, Alanya, south of Turkey , in the Mediterranean coast. This trip is a mixture between Hiking , Sightseeing ,City Tours , Ancient Cultural tours , Summer Activities , Swimming , Rafting , River Activities , Canyoun , Trekking , Boat Trip , and Paragliding .
Our trip will starts from Saturday, September 20 and ends in Friday September 26 . (7 days , 6 nights ).
Konya:
Konya is a city south of Ankara in Turkey’s Central Anatolia region. It’s a pilgrimage destination for Sufis, focused on the tomb of the founder of the Mevlana order, Jelaleddin Rumi, in the Mevlana Museum. Sema whirling dervish ceremonies take place at the Mevlana Cultural Center, east of the museum. The 12th-century Alaeddin Mosque is surrounded by the green parks of Alaeddin Hill.
Lycian Way:
The Lycian Way is a marked long-distance hiking trail in southwestern Turkey around part of the coast of ancient Lycia. It is approximately 760 km in length and stretches from Hisarönü, near Fethiye, to Aşağı Karaman in Konyaaltı, about 20 km from Antalya.
Taurus Mountains :
Taurus Mountains, called as Toros in Turkish, is a mountain range in the Mediterranean region of Turkey, running approximately 560 kms parallel to the coast, and forming the southern border of the Anatolian plateau. Rising at the western-most range of the Great Himalayas, it is Turkey's second chain of folded mountains after Pontus mountains. The range starts from Egridir Lake in the west and extends to the upper side of the Euphrates (Firat) River in the east after making a long curve. Its northeastern extension across the Seyhan river near Adana is called as Anti-Taurus.
Alanya City :
Alanya is a resort town on Turkey’s central Mediterranean coast .Its wide beaches lined with hotels include Cleopatra Beach, where the Egyptian queen reputedly swam. Alanya Castle, a giant Seljuk-era fort turned open-air museum, stands on a rocky bluff above the beachfront, alongside red tile–roofed Ottoman villas and the octagonal Red Tower, a symbol of the city dating to 1226.
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Day 1 : Saturday, September 20, 2025
Meeting at Beirut Airport at 5:30 pm
Arriving to Antalya Airport at 10:30 pm
Hotel Check in at 11:30 pm
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Day 2 : Sunday, September 21, 2025
* Breakfast in Hotel ( 7:30 am - 9:30 am )
Discovering Alanya , City Tour & Lunch in Dim Chay River.
* Departure : 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
■ Alanya City Tour
Discover Alanya with full day sightseeing trip! Learn the most popular places of Mediterranean region !
Explore Historical and natural beauties of Alanya Castle, Damlataş Cave, Alanya terrace and much more.
- Alanya: For its fertile soil, natural conditions and strategic position with an access to the sea and protection of the Taurus mountains in the back, Alanya has been a prime place to live for thousands of years.
- Damlataş Cave: was discovered in 1948 quite by accident while mining for building of the harbour. The stalactite and stalagmites inside the cave were formed in 15 thousand years.
- Alanya Castle by Teleferique : One of the symbols of Alanya – the Alanya castle over the rocky peninsula in the middle of the city.The fortress that you can see today is a remain of 13th century Seljuk fortress built after the conquest of Alanya in 1220 by Alaeddin Keykubat.
- Alanya Viewpoint: Alanya is on your palm at the seyir terrace– enjoy the bird’s eye view of Alanya city, the Alanya castle, Cleopatra beach and Keykubat beach all in a magnificent panorama. Later , bus will pick us to final destination of First day , by spending the last part near the river : Dim Chay River , one of the longest rivers in turkey and coldest one , we will have lunch near the river banks .
Option 2 :
Alanya Boat Trip & Swimming Day & Lunch
Departure : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Alanya has got a rich history regarding roman occupation, emperors and pirates. The boat will stop at The Pirates, Lovers and Phosphorus caves, where you have the opportunity to swim in and around the caves.
Old Shipyard & Caves: The boat will leave the coast and sails along the Old Shipyard towards three popular caves: The Pirates, Lovers and Phosphorus Caves. The pirates used to hide girls they had kidnapped in the Pirate Cave. Your guide can tell you a lot of myths and pirate stories.
Cleopatra Beach: The next stop is Cleopatra Beach. Enjoy swimming and snorkelling near this golden sandy beach. This boat trip is fun for the whole family! If you are lucky, you might see some turtles and dolphins.
Ulas Beach: We will have another stop near Ulas Beach. Every swim stop lasts around 30 minutes. Then you will enjoy a generous buffet lunch, our cook prepared onboard!
Devil’s Cave: After lunch it’s time to sail back to the harbour. You will stop one more time to swim in and around The Devil’s Cave.
Activities & Foam Party: On the way back there is entertainment like music and a foam party. Our friendly crew members make sure you will have an incredible day to remember.
Return Back: The boat will be back in the harbour around 16.00 PM. You will be transported back to your hotel from here
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Day 3 : Monday , September 22 , 2025
* Breakfast In Hotel ( 7:30 am - 8:30 am )
■ Eğrigöl Lake Hike-Taurus Mountain.
Level : 5/10 Medium ( 2 Levels )
Distance : 10-14 km
Departure : 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Altitude : 2200- 2400 meter
The mountains behind Alanya hold many natural treasures. From waterfalls to caves and from magnificent rock formations to picturesque villages and lakes. At a height of about 2200 meters, there is also a lake called Eğrigöl, or Curved lake. It’s high up in the mountains and known for its red fishes, wild tulips and crocus blooming in the spring just after the snow melts. Now is the right time to visit this lake and the taurus mountains. During our hike , we will pass by many beautiful Panoramic Views for Taurus Mountains , Lakes , Green Areas , Konya Ancient Trail ( 2000 Years Ago ) , old villages in the heights of Taurus , Snow on the Peaks . Later , after we finish the trail , we will have a break in old Turkish Village , eating Kozlumi , Turkish Traditional Lahem Baajeen ( like Lebanese La7em B3ajeen ) drinking Turkish Traditional Ayran and Tea.
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Day 4 : Tuesday, September 23 , 2025
* Breakfast At Hotel ( 7:00 am - 7:30 am ).
■ Konya Sightseeing Tour / Old City .
It is known that people have inhabited the region of Konya since 3000 years BC. Today over 2.1 million people live in the city and surrounds. The Seljuks conquered this area in the 11th century from the Byzantines and for over 4 hundred years it was the Capitol city of the Sultanate of Rum, a Turko-Persian state established in Anatolia.
Eventually, it was overthrown and taken by the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century where it remained for over 500 years until the War of Independence between 1919 and 1923 when it became part of modern-day Turkey.
The Konya of today is a beautiful and modern city that has wonderful links to the past in her history, landmarks and buildings, a magical place to visit.
Today's full tour will start in the morning taking you to some important sites of this historical and spiritual place, halfway through the day we will stop for lunch which is included in the tour.
- Mevlana Museum
- Aladdin Mosque
- Ince Minaret and Madrasa Museum
- Karatay Madrasah and Museum
- Old Bazaar
- Azizye Mosque
- The Felt house
- Sahip Ata Museum Complex
- The Village of Sille and the Hagia Eleni Church
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Day 5 : Wednesday , September 24, 2025
* Breakfast At Hotel ( 7:00 am - 8:00 am )
■ Lycian Way Hike: Gelidonya Lighthouse - Pirates Bay - Adrasan
Level : 5/10 Medium
Distance : 10 - 16 km
Departure : 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Lycian Way is a marked long-distance hiking trail in southwestern Turkey around part of the coast of ancient Lycia. It is approximately 760 km in length and stretches from Hisarönü, near Fethiye, to Aşağı Karaman in Konyaaltı, about 20 km from Antalya.
One of the most beautiful hiking stages of the Lycian Way awaits you. There are wonderful views of the Gelidonya Islands from the Gelidonya lighthouse. Your route takes you through a fantastic view of the sparkling blue sea and pine forests back to Adrasan.
the hike starts from Karoz pirates bay, this hike voted Turkey most beautiful view in 2007. the trail continue to Adrasan with stunning views of Suluade Island .
■ Discovering Antalya Afternoon City Walk
Old city of Antalya : We will walk inside this old city, sorrounded by walls, clocktower , Hardian Gate, and many other sites during the walk .
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Day 6 : Thursay, September 25, 2025
* Breakfast at Hotel ( 7:00 am - 8:00 am )
■ Tazi Canyoun Hike and Rafting in Manavgat River .
Level : Easy
Distance of Hike : 5 km
Distance of Rafting : 14 km
Departure : 8:00 am- 7:30 pm
Activities: Hiking- Rafting - Swimming - Lunch .
Köprülü Kanyon is one of Turkey's largest national park and the depth Canyon of Tazı is 600 meters.The popular name of canyon is Bilgelik valley but the other name of valley is “Canyon of Tazı”. A combination of bushwalking, abseiling, scrambling, swimming and rafting , exploring the Köprülü Canyon is like visiting the world’s oldest theme park.
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Day 7: Friday , September 26 , 2025
- Breakfast
- Free Day ( Shopping - Free Lunch etc )
- 12:00 Check out
- 3:30 pm bus will pick us to Airport
- 21:00 ( Beirut Airport)
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For Reservation : Kassem Hamadeh : 03 03 15 62
Note : Book Early and get a better price.
Price Includes:
▪ Round trip ticket direct flight to Antalya Airport with Pegasus Airline 20 kg / 8 kg.
▪ Airport taxes.
▪ Round trip transfers: airport – hotel – airport.
▪ 6 Nights accommodation 4 stars Hotels ( 4 nights Wien Star Hotel near the beach in Alanya and 2 nights in Antalya in old city ).
▪ Daily Breakfast in Hotel (6 Breakfasts and 3 lunch ).
▪ Tour guide representative.
▪ Double and Single Rooms .
▪ All activities / Hikes / Mini Pullman ( 5 Activities )
Price Excludes:
- Extra Transports .
▪ Travel insurance
- All kind of personal expenses
- All kind of optional activities (Diving - Parasailing- Paragliding etc)
- Personal Equipment ________________________________________
What to bring with you :
- Hiking Shoes - Sport Shoes - Wind resistance jacket - Backpack - Sunglasses - Swimsuite - T shirts - Hat - water shoes - extra clothes -suncream , Raincoat ).
Departure : Saturday, September 20 , 2025
17:30 pm at Beirut Airport
Airplane moves at 20:45
Arrive to Antalya Airport: 22:15
Arrive to Hotel in Alanya 12:30 ( Pullman will pick us to Hotel from Airport )
Check in upon arriving to hotel.
Back to Beirut : Friday, September 26 , 2025
Check out : 12:00 pm
Antalya Airport : 3:30 pm ( Bus pick us to Airport at 2:30 pm).
Airplane moves at 18:40
Arrive to Beirut Airport : 20:15
Wild Adventures Team
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