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Saklikent and Tlos Ancient City Day Trip From Fethiye: A Journey into Lycian Civilization
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Fethiye
Embark on a captivating day trip from Fethiye to Saklikent and Tlos Ancient City. Explore the ancient Lycian civilization, enjoy a delicious lunch in a scenic restaurant, and experience the thrill of jumping into the freezing mountain waters of Saklikent Gorge.
Embark on a captivating day trip from Fethiye to Saklikent and Tlos Ancient City. Explore the ancient Lycian civilization, enjoy a delicious lunch in a scenic restaurant, and experience the thrill of jumping into the freezing mountain waters of Saklikent Gorge.
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
- Drinks
- Extra
- Entrance fees for Saklikent Gorge: 2€ and Tlos 3€
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Drinks
- Extra
- Entrance fees for Saklikent Gorge: 2€ and Tlos 3€
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
Additional Information
As recommended by The Daily Telegraph; Take a magical trip to the Lycian civilization of ages ago in Tlos which is known with the mythological figure of the flying horse Pegasus. We will have our lunch in a restaurant which is settled among the trees and flowing cold water. Later visiting Saklikent with the largest gorge in this region where you may…
As recommended by The Daily Telegraph; Take a magical trip to the Lycian civilization of ages ago in Tlos which is known with the mythological figure of the flying horse Pegasus. We will have our lunch in a restaurant which is settled among the trees and flowing cold water. Later visiting Saklikent with the largest gorge in this region where you may jump into the freezing mountain waters if you wish. The walk up the gorge is highly recommended or you may relax and wait on the special wooden pedastals submerged in the waters of the hidden gorge. A peaceful relaxing day out.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
ERASTA FETHİYE AVM
180. Sokak
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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Alistair_b
Sep 17, 2025
Saklikent Gorge - Take surf shoes for walking down river into gorge (you can buy plastic ones there). The gorge is amazing 👏
You can walk most of it dry bed this time of year but first bit is a bit tricky walking down over the rocks into the river. Plenty of other things going on for extra, zipwire is a buzz or inflatable down river is great, but the walking is awesome 👌
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Amaliacerasela_t
Aug 4, 2025
Extraordinary. - Unforgettable experience. The cannon one pass, the spectacular ruins, very good food and the guide ...of 10.
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Allaboutcricket
Jul 2, 2025
Amazing experience walking along the gorge - Interesting visit to the ancient city but the highlight of the day was the walk along the gorge. Definitely needed wet shoes (which we had) and our tour guide insisted on us wearing hard hats too because of loose rocks. Loved walking through the water and scrambling up the rapids. We were left to walk at our own pace and the further upstream we got the less people there were. A unique experience that was worth the time travelling on the hot coach.
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John_e
Oct 20, 2024
Varied and packed the content in. - Very efficient tour with so much variety. At the gorge, we paid to go ‘rafting’ (it’s more ‘tubing with a paddle’ and it’s on the river after it leaves the gorge) which was great fun! Recommend it!
The gorge is amazing. Take water shoes or walking sandals if you have them.
Lunch was in a hillside local restaurant where they farm trout. Choose trout from the menu if you like fish at all. Lovely lunch no matter what you order.
Tlos ruins are not spectacular compared to some but the history there is amazing. Not too hot in October either.
Good value for money trip. Just remember to take cash for entrance fees (for rafting you can use a card/phone). Shout out to our guide Emre for incessant happiness! 😁
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Muzzammil_k
Oct 17, 2024
A great day trip with beautiful views - I attended this day trip solo and it was a really great experience. The tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about Saklikent, Tlos and Turkey in general. We first stopped at a Turkish Delighr factory which wasn’t in the itinerary but it was a welcome addition. Upon approaching Saklikent gorge, the tour guide mentioned 2 activities we can try: zip lining or river rafting. I chose river rafting and it was my first experience trying it, it was so unique and the beautiful views seen whilst paddling away was something I cannot compare to; I had never seen fresh water in Aquamarine colour before. We had 2 hours to explore Saklikent park and make our way up to 500m. Then there was lunch in a restaurant mountain, the food was nice and a unique experience seeing the difference of city v mountain life. There was a short drive to Tlos ancient city which involved the tour guide talking about the history: Greeks, Romans and Ottomans - and how the city had changed with each civilisation adding something to it. Overall this was an enjoyable day with nice food, beautiful views and additions to the itinerary which were welcomed. I would be sure to try out this activity again in the future.
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Alexander_p
Oct 10, 2024
Great scenery, great host! - Saklikent Gorge was fantastic and Mehmet was an excellent host. He brought the day to life with lots on interesting facts about Saklikent and Tlos and well as lots of fascinating titbits about Turkish customs and Turkish life. We had a great time on this trip!
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Michaelsmith4
Aug 18, 2024
Not to be missrd - Superb visit to both spectacular gorge and the home of Pegasus. Definitely recommend to those with any interest in history.
Nice tourist lunch at quirky hillside taverna.
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Amcook15
Jul 12, 2024
This is a must!! - Well organised… collected from hotel and a fantastic tour guide (Jesus 🤣 you’ll understand when you meet him) for the whole time. You need to carry cash! All drinks etc are paid in cash. They have a 40 lira entrance to Saklikent (Hidden city) is the biggest gorge. The canyon I believe goes about 18km. You need a sole on your shoes to cope with rocks, don’t do it in flip flops, sandals with a buckle, old trainers you don’t mind getting wet and muddy. You will get to bum height in water at various parts as you venture through the canyon. You’ll be blown away with its size and beauty. You are taken early morning which is best as it’s quiet. It does get very busy by lunch. You then go up the mountain to a lovely place with a waterfall for lunch, option of chicken fish or a Turkish bread with potato’s or cheese or a mix. I recommend this it’s so good! Buffet salad potatoes and pasta, you pay for your drinks, cash again. You then head to Tlos the ancient city, this is full of culture. There’s a lot of info so record on your phone if you want to retain the history as there’s a bit to get your head around! Stunning place and scenery. It was a hot day which you only felt around Tlos but it’s worth walking around and go to the top! 360 view!! Amazing trip so happy I did this
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762saqibc
Aug 5, 2024
A nice family day out - The sites themselves are incredible and worth seeing. The tour guide had excellent English and was very friendly. The only downside was the lack of AC in the coach. It made the journey uncomfortable.
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Lydia_f
Sep 24, 2025
First thing to say is do... - First thing to say is do not book this tour through this page! Everyone else who booked direct paid €22 and Viator are charging more than double that which is unacceptable. The entrance fees are not included so I’m unsure what the added surplus is for, other than greed. The guide was lovely, so this review is purely on the logistics. Bus was way too hot on way back, no aircon, lunch was fine (nothing special!) but female toilets there unusable due to faeces all over the floor. Drinks not included, no activities included. It was a chilled and lovely day but I’ve walked away knowing we were totally ripped off. Don’t book this tour but definitely go to the places on it. Thank you to our guide.
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