TRIP OVERVIEW
Tour Highlights
Experience some of the clearest waters in the Mediterranean off Turkey's stunning Turquoise Coast on a shorter swimming holiday
Swim alongside the famous Lycian Way walking path which stretches 509 kilometres from Fethiye to Antalya
Discover the the historic city of Aperlai, including fascinating ruins located both above and below the water
Explore caves, tunnels, arches and bays as we complete a range of beautiful coastal swims and challenging crossings
Relax and soak in the world-renowned Turkish hospitality in the lovely seaside village of Kaş
Lycia is the historical name of the Tekke Peninsula, which juts into the Mediterranean on Turkey's southern coast. The mountains rise steeply from the wooded shore and tiny bays, giving beautiful views and a huge array of stunning swims. The sea is referred to as the Turquoise Coast and you’ll see why with its vibrant colours and clear waters.
Based in the small coastal village of Kaş, we spend the week exploring countless caves, tunnels, arches and bays as we swim amongst the area’s isolated beaches, scattered archipelagos and historical sites.
Our main boat for the week is a traditional Turkish gulet, which is an ideal way to experience this part of the world. The gulet is also where we will enjoy the fresh, traditional Turkish lunches which are served on board between your swims, and there is plenty of room to stretch out and relax while you are out of the water.
If you would like to explore this part of the world, but are looking for slightly longer swimming distances, please check out our Lycian Way - Turkey trip.
Who is this swim for?
This introductory trip offers a combination of both coastal swims and classic short crossings. Distances average around 2½ - 3km per day, so perfect for either the inexperienced open water swimmer or those who just prefer shorter daily swims. The key to this tour is great swims combined with enough time to soak up the culture that this area has in abundance.
What's included?
- Fully guided swimming holiday in Turkey
- Swim guides and full safety escort on all swims
- Technique coaching
- Six nights accommodation
- All Breakfasts
- All Lunches
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the tour
- Evening meals
Related Links
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- Swimming Holidays Lycian Way - Turkey
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Map
Trip Schedule
Trip Information
Getting There - General Information
Getting There via Dalaman
Getting There via Antalya
Practical Information

Swimming holiday Turkey

beautiful landscape in Kas

Cave swimmers on Lycian Way

SwimTrek boat on Lycian Way

Jumping into the sea in Kas

SwimTrekkers enjoying Kas after swim

Ancient Ruins

Sunset in Kas

Pre Swim Chat

Videoing Technique

Traditional Gulet Boat

Great end to a day of swimming

Following the Lycian Way

Scattered Islands

Swimming in Turkey

Warm Blue Waters of Turkey
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Our Lycian Way Short Swims trips are new for 2020. Below are some testimonials from our Lycian Way - Turkey trip.
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SwimTrek trips never disappoint! Wonderful and knowledgeable guides, beautiful settings, great and varied swimming, big sense of achievement on the bigger crossings, and finally the chance to share all of this with like minded swimmers from all over the world. You leave feeling relaxed, refreshed, fit and with a bunch of new friends!
Rhiannon C, UK - 2019 -
Another fantastic SwimTrek holiday completed - technique improved, speed increased, fish spotted and new friends made. Far too much delicious food consumed but it was a holiday after all! Where to go next is the question?
Helen K, Netherlands - 2019