The Carian Trail Walking Holiday | Southwest Turkey
Walk through ancient Carian coastal trails, charming villages, and archaeological wonders.
Location
Southwest Turkish Coastline
Culture & History
Visits to ancient sites including Knidos and Yediler Monastery and Bodrum Underwater Archaeological Museum
Turkish Hospitality
Experience famous traditional Aegean cuisine and warm hospitality. Stay in charming hotels.
Best Tour Guides
Small group experience with expert local guides.
- Dates
- 05 – 13 April 2025
- Price Per Person
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- Single Supplement
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Highlights of the Tour
Dramatic coastal views and quiet coves
Visits to ancient sites including Knidos and Yediler Monastery
Traditional Aegean cuisine and warm hospitality
Small group experience with expert local guides
Walk through picturesque stone villages like Yazıköy and Sogut
Explore the Bayır and Kargı hiking loops with panoramic ridge views
Discover prehistoric cave paintings and early Christian ruins
Visit Ephesus Ancient Site. One of the best preserved Greco-Roman sites in the world
Visit Bodrum’s world-renowned Underwater Archaeology Museum
Expert Local Guide
Day 1 | April 04 Saturday | Arrival at Dalaman Airport. Private transfer to Bozburun
Arrival at Dalaman Airport. Private transfer to Bozburun (2.5 hrs)
Included Meals: Welcome dinner
Accommodation: Suna House or similar
Day 2 | April 05 Sunday | Hike Taşlıca–Sarıbelen Loop (11 km, +400/-300m)
Hike Taşlıca–Sarıbelen Loop (11 km, +400/-300m)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Suna House or similar
Day 3 | April 06 Monday | Hike Bayır Loop – Datça (10 km, +400/-300m)
Hike Bayır Loop – Datça (10 km, +400/-300m)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Datça Sapphire Hotel or similar
Day 4 | April 07 Tuesday | Hike Yazıköy to Knidos (9 km, +300/-300m)
Hike Yazıköy to Knidos (9 km, +300/-300m)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Datça Sapphire Hotel or similar
Day 5 | April 08 Wednesday | Hike Kargı Loop – Datça (7 km, +250/-250m)
Hike Kargı Loop – Datça (7 km, +250/-250m)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: El Vino Suites Hotel or similar
Day 6 | April 09 Thursday | Visit Bodrum Underwater Museum + Short Hike (5 km)
Visit Bodrum Underwater Museum + Short Hike (5 km)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: El Vino Suites Hotel or similar
Day 7 | April 10 Friday | Hike Karahayıt–Yediler Monastery (10 km, +250/-250m)
Hike Karahayıt–Yediler Monastery (10 km, +250/-250m)
Included Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Charisma Deluxe Hotel or similar
Day 8 | April 11 Saturday | Ephesus & Kusadasi sightseeing and free time
Ephesus & Kusadasi sightseeing and free time
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Charisma Deluxe Hotel or similar
Day 9 | April 12 Sunday | Transfer to Izmir Airport for departure
Transfer to Izmir Airport (1 hour) for departure
Included Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: –
What is Included?
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All accommodations in twin/double rooms with private bathrooms
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Meals: 8 breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches, 8 dinners
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All local transfers and airport pickup/drop-off from Dalaman
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Luggage transfers as per itinerary
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Professional certified trekking guide, trip leader
What is Excluded?
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Flights to/from Dalaman. Please contact us if you need assistance.
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Visa fees (if applicable, it can be obtained online https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/).
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Meals not mentioned above
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Any drinks throughout the meals
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Personal expenses, tips, travel insurance
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Gratuities for guide and driver.
Mert and the Runner Tourism group are fantastic. They are exteremely knowledgeable, friendly and always ready to share this knowledge freely and in a very comfortable and relaxed environment. If you are ever in Turkey, I would highly recommend reaching out to Runner Tourism & Travel!!
We loved the whole trip; one of the most rewarding we have ever taken. Everything ran as planned and exceeded expectations. Somehow we managed to be in the right place at the right time. The mostly boutique hotels were terrific and the food was wonderful. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
