- Kayak over a sunken city in the Mediterranean Sea
- Jump, scramble and float down the beautiful Kibris Canyon
- Try canyoning – abseil, clamber and jump down a spectacular gorge, through waterfalls and pools
- Enjoy a scenic coastal walk past ancient Roman ruins
- A day onboard a traditional Turkish Gulet boat exploring the coast
Southern Turkey: Active Family Adventure
Itinerary
Kaş Kaş
Fly to Dalaman; transfer to Kaş
Fly to Dalaman; transfer to our group hotel in Kaş.
Start Kaş
There are no activities planned today so you are free to arrive at any time. Ease into the adventure with a dip in the hotel pool or get out and explore the cafe culture of Kaş.
Walk to Limanagzi; water taxi to Kaş
We start with a gentle warm-up day. The morning is spent on an orientation walk around Kaş, then enjoying coastal views through olive groves on the way to Limanagzi beach (approximately 90 minutes’ walk). At Limanagzi, there is time to relax and have a swim. We return to Kaş by water taxi.
Explore Saklikent Canyon, head to Patara
Explore dramatic Saklikent Canyon by wet walking up the river on wooden platforms over the water; we can enjoy the towering canyon walls, dip our feet in the river and explore this spectacular environment. In the afternoon, we take a walk to the seemingly endless Patara beach. On the way, we can stop at the ruins of an ancient Roman city, a great deal of which has only recently been revealed by the shifting sands.
Full day canyoning; abseil, swim, climb and jump into pools of cool water in one of the various canyons around Kaş
The mountains behind Kaş are punctured by deep canyons. We normally visit Kibris Canyon, which has some of the most impressive natural phenomena in the Taurus Mountains: a spectacular gorge, where springs and waterfalls cascade into the rapidly flowing cold river. It is ideal for canyoning – swimming, abseiling and leaping into pools of mountain water. You will be handed a wetsuit, harness and helmet. You must be able to swim, and light summer walking shoes (or old trainers/sneakers) are essential. The day is long and can be strenuous at times, please make sure you and your children are happy to have a go and jump a few metres into pools of water. You’ll be in very safe hands and should revel in the adventure!
Please note: At no point is jumping obligatory; there is always the option to climb, abseil or walk down at these points.
Free day in Kaş: optional paragliding, scuba diving or relaxation
Today has been left free to do as little or as much as you like. Options include scuba diving (minimum age: 14), enjoying a Turkish bath, or just a strolling around the cafes and little shops of Kaş. For the more adventurous and adrenaline-seeking, there is the opportunity to take a paragliding flight (minimum age: 14). The start point is 1,790ft (600m) above sea level and the flight takes us out over Kaş and the surrounding islands.
Full-day sea kayaking; find out how the Turquoise Coast got its name
Today we spend a full day sea kayaking in the sheltered bay near Kekova Island. We start early, departing at 7.30am for a transfer (approximately 50 minutes) to Ucagiz village. After preparations and a technical briefing, we paddle towards the island and the site of a sunken city. Although it is no Atlantis, you can clearly make out the harbour walls and see the layout of rooms and houses below the water. Kayaking is an excellent low-impact way of exploring the site. Later, we paddle to the village of Simena for lunch. This spectacular spot is on a peninsula and is inaccessible by road. The village is overlooked by a hilltop Ottoman castle with excellent views of the whole bay. To participate, you must be able to swim and have the physique necessary to fit in the kayak.
Spend a day at sea exploring the beautiful Turkish and Greek islands
Today we take to the water onboard a traditional Turkish Gulet boat for a day cruise. We’ll set sail from Kas Harbour to explore bays and coves around the islands. We’ll get a sense of the region’s ancient history as we meander around the rocky outcrops, with plenty of opportunities for swimming and snorkelling from the boat. Lunch on board is fresh and leisurely.
Transfer to Dalaman; fly to London
Transfer to Dalaman, fly to London.
End Kaş
Our adventure ends after breakfast today and we begin our return journey home. If you’d like a little more time to relax, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.
Hotel Club Phellos
Our base for the week is Hotel Club Phellos in the heart of picturesque Kaş. The location is ideal: it’s a two-minute walk to the King’s Tomb, a fourth-century BCE sarcophagus that’s become the symbol of the town.
It’s also a three-minute walk to the bazaar and four minutes to Kaş Square. Better yet, Küçük Çakıl beach (Little Pebble Beach) is also a short walk away.
When you’re not out exploring, the 89-room hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, terrace with sweeping views across the bay, and a dining space.
Reviews
Add your own reviewLycian Activity Week
We had a great week away on an active, adventure holiday in a beautiful area of Turkey. Lovely group of people, lots to do & see, a really great way to explore, discover and enjoy as much as possible in a week. Kas is a lovely little harbourside town with a maze of streets, cafes and gift shops to meander through, there was a perfect timetable of more strenuous activity interspersed with gentler days, beaches and free time to sit by the pool or explore some more.
Most Inspirational Moment
Kayaking; this was a great day, split up into 4 sections - getting to a small cove & little beach for a swim/explore, paddling over the sunken city, taking time out on Simena, a peaceful little island & a post lunch swim - which made the 10km manageable and fun.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our local guide, Alper, was absolutely brilliant, helpful, informative, friendly, he engaged well with adults & kids alike - often being drawn into a game of Top trumps, Dobble or Exploding kittens! He was keen to go out of his way to ensure we saw as much as possible and he knew a lot about the area. He helped to sort out a boat trip for our free day, and, when my phone fell into the sea & died, he contacted the local 'phone hospital' to help me get it fixed. He took us to a variety of little restaurants for dinners, explaining speciality dishes and encouraging us to try local food, which all added to the experience. Going out of his way, because we asked specifically for these things, he took us to his favourite Baklava shop, found us the Turkish delight stall at the bazaar and even rented out a football court one afternoon, and played goalie at the request of some of the kids in the group! Top bloke.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Consider additional costs: In total, for 2x adults & 2x children in May 2023, this trip cost me a total of £7,424. Water taxi's, entrance to Canyons, Ruins & Beaches, as per trip notes, are not included in the price. Hotel Phellos is very basic but has hot, powerful showers and is just a short walking distance into the town centre, the pool is fine but the slide shown in pictures has not evidently been in use for some time.
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