Turkey's Aegean Coast

After a short drive to an enchanting viewpoint above the village of Sögüt, your hike leads down to the charming fishing village of Sögüt. From there, you follow the idyllic stretch of coastline to the hamlet of Cumhuriyet and continue over a secluded pass to the historic Bozburun shipyard.

Today begins in the village of Selimiye. Here you can cool off in the refreshing waters of the sea as soon as you arrive or enjoy a coffee in one of the village's many cozy cafés. The hike then starts along the coast of Selimiye and leads in a semi-circle over a gentle hill to Bozburun, always accompanied by breathtaking views of the azure waters of the Aegean.

Your hike begins in the ancient Carian city of Phoenix, the remains of which are impressive despite their age. It is worth taking a look at the hilltop city to admire the masterful stonework of the Carians. You then hike to two viewpoints that offer breathtaking views of the sea and the surrounding islands, including Rhodes and Symi in the distance. The hike finally ends in the charming village of Taslica.

In the morning, you will be taken to the farming village of Bahceli. From there, you gradually reach a saddle via a terraced high valley. A panoramic path that runs high above the coast opens up wide views over the deep blue Aegean Sea. After reaching the coastal town of Selimiye, you will be transferred to Akyaka, where you will spend the next three nights.

Starting from Akyaka, the hike stretches mainly through extensive, ancient forests along the coastal slopes. Along the way, there are always beautiful views of the picturesque bay of Gökova. After your hike, you will return to Akyaka via a transfer from a coastal restaurant.

At first, the trail leads from the village of Yenice into the dense, lush forest. Soon after, the route changes to narrower hiking trails, which give you the feeling of being completely in the untouched wilderness. Through the small village of Kuyucak, you briefly hike back into the forest via a paved section. The highlight of this hike is the pass shortly before the descent, where you are rewarded with a panoramic view of the Gulf of Gökova. Your hiking tour ends with a final descent down to Akyaka.