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Tlos and Saklikent Tour: Explore Ancient Lycian Ruins
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Fethiye
Explore Tlos’ ancient ruins and Pegasus myths, then trek Saklikent Gorge’s icy waters. Enjoy a serene lunch among trees. Perfect for history and nature lovers.
Explore Tlos’ ancient ruins and Pegasus myths, then trek Saklikent Gorge’s icy waters. Enjoy a serene lunch among trees. Perfect for history and nature lovers.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Fethiye - We pick you up from your hotel by bus between 08:15-09:00 in the morning and our tour begins.
- Saklikent Milli Parki - The view of Saklıkent Canyon, the first stop of our tour, will fascinate you. Words are not enough to describe this extraordinary natural phenomenon; Saklıkent manages to amaze even those who have visited this place…
- Fethiye - We pick you up from your hotel by bus between 08:15-09:00 in the morning and our tour begins.
- Saklikent Milli Parki - The view of Saklıkent Canyon, the first stop of our tour, will fascinate you. Words are not enough to describe this extraordinary natural phenomenon; Saklıkent manages to amaze even those who have visited this place before. The 13-kilometer Saklıkent Canyon, which was formed by melting snow on the peaks of Akdağ and heavy rainfall for thousands of years, is actually a relatively young geological formation. You can go as far as you dare in the canyon, or sit back on the riverside platforms and watch the view.
Please wear Sensible/comfortable walking shoes. Take your swimwear and towels with you. Waterproof jacket (recommended in low season)
- Selale Yaka Park - After the Saklıkent Canyon section of our tour, after a short car ride, we go to Yaka Village (Yakapark) to have lunch at the restaurant of the trout farm. The sound of ice-cold water flowing under tree roots and stones and the cool atmosphere of this place will take you away from all the stress and troubles of modern life. After our lunch break, we set off towards Tlos with our vehicles.
- Tlos - It is not difficult to encounter something extraordinary at every step in the ancient Lycia region, which has the richest historical, archaeological and natural resources of southwestern Turkey. On the southern foothills of Akdağ (also known as Masisitus), there is Tlos, one of the best preserved ancient settlements to date. Words are not enough to describe the ruins of Tlos, which mother nature embraces with compassion. You will hear Pegasus and Chimera fighting on the castle hill (Acropolis), learn how the ancient Romans were healed in the Roman bath-hospital, feel the atmosphere of the Olympic Games and gladiator games in the stadium, access the secrets of Greek drama arts in the theater, and see human beings among many different graves in the old cemetery (Necropolis). You will understand the thoughts behind the desire to reach infinity.
- Fethiye - At the end of our tour, we arrive at our hotel around 17:00-18:00.
What's Included
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Professional guide
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees for Saklikent Gorge: 2€ and Tlos 3€
- Drinks
- Extra
- Entrance fees for Saklikent Gorge: 2€ and Tlos 3€
- Drinks
- Extra
Additional Information
As recommended by The Daily Telegraph; embark on an enchanting journey to the ancient Lycian civilization in Tlos, famed for the mythological flying horse, Pegasus. We’ll enjoy lunch at a restaurant nestled among trees and cool, flowing waters. Afterwards, we’ll visit Saklikent, home to the region’s largest gorge, where you can take a dip in the icy…
As recommended by The Daily Telegraph; embark on an enchanting journey to the ancient Lycian civilization in Tlos, famed for the mythological flying horse, Pegasus. We’ll enjoy lunch at a restaurant nestled among trees and cool, flowing waters. Afterwards, we’ll visit Saklikent, home to the region’s largest gorge, where you can take a dip in the icy mountain waters if you wish. A walk up the gorge is highly recommended, or you can unwind on special wooden platforms submerged in the hidden gorge’s waters. A serene and relaxing day awaits.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
ERASTA FETHİYE AVM
180. Sokak
Our guide will meet you at the entrance of the shopping center with your name.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Neil_b
May 20, 2025
Nature and history all together - We really enjoyed this day trip that was not too long but gave time to see the sights. Saklikent gorge was incredible, soaring cliffs that changed as the morning light shifted. We walked most of the way (500m) to where it becomes a scramble. Despite the water being limestone cloudy and impossible to judge depth, it was mostly ankle height and never above knees. We loved it. Lunch was a whole fried trout with salad and was very nice. The ancient city of Tlos was also spectacular with well preserved ruins and amazing views. There was only a little interpretation but the guide was helpful. The last stop was at a family park that was privately run and a bit of a tourist trap - not worth it. If you like seeing farming and how rural people live the drive out was also excellent. Overall, a very good day with a very good guide.
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Andrew_k
Oct 24, 2024
Great trip for families - Wonderful trip that had everything that was promised. Jesus our clearly loves his country and showed it off to great effect.
Rafting at Saklikent was really good fun although wevwete soaked (dont forget your beach shoes).
The zip wire was OK but not very high and not very long.
The gorge itself is stunning. Easy walk along a raised walkway gave really easy access to the gorge. You can go further but need steady feet and sensible shoes to walk along the waters edge.
Lunch at yaka park was very tasty.
Tlos was incredible but you can only access the site with good knees and ankles as the paths are stony and at times slippy. We still enjoyed the site from ground level.
Our teen was very happy so we would definitely recommend this trip for families with teens.
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270lesterc
Jun 24, 2025
The respective sights were amazing, trip marred by second rate guide - We arranged this trip through a local travel agent. I have no complaints about the way the trip was organised at all. We were collected from our hotel and taken to the tour bus. We visited in order the Gizlikent Selalesi waterfall which is extremely beautiful. The Saklikent Gorge was magnificent and awe inspiring. We were then taken to an odd sort of lunch stop for a very poor quality lunch. We weren't told that we had to pay extra for drinks which were sold at exorbitant prices, eg the equivalent of £5.00 for a small bottle of Coke! We were then taken to the ancient Lycian city of Tlos, which is quite well preserved and again was in a very beautiful and dramatic setting. All 3 destinations are " must see" if you visit this part of Turkey.
However the tour guide was by far the worst I've ever encountered. He had no microphone on a noisy and air-conditioned bus, so it was impossible to hear much of what he said. When he did speak, he imparted NO information at all about any of the places we were going to visit. All he did was tell us practical details like how long we would be visiting for and where the bus would collect us.
The only time,he did decide to provide us with information was about Tlos. His information was misguided and I used my phone to give us the correct information. The sites were wonderful but the tour was spoiled by this lazy and inept guide.
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