Spend a full day along Turkey’s Lycian coast: ancient Phaselis, a riverside lunch at Ulupınar, turtle-friendly Çıralı beach and the timeless flames of Chimera. This guided tour pairs short coastal hikes with seaside culture and geology.
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You step out of the minivan onto a stretch of Aegean coast where pine-scented wind pushes the sea toward shore and ancient stone keeps its slow watch. The day unfolds along a ribbon of history and geology: tree-lined lanes to Ulupınar’s riverside restaurants, the scattered columns of Phaselis spilling toward hidden coves, the low-lying beach of Çıralı where Caretta caretta still return at night, and the eternal flames of Yanartaş—Chimera—flickering from the hillside.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity: short walks over uneven surfaces; suitable for most fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Phaselis and nearby Olympos trace back to Lycian and Greek settlement, later integrated into Roman trade networks; Chimera’s flames have been noted since antiquity and linked to regional myth.
Conservation
Çıralı lies within Olympos-Beydağları National Park and turtle nesting is protected—stay off marked nesting areas, follow local guidance, and minimize light pollution at night.
Reserve your spot on the Phaselis, Ulupinar, Khimera, Çirali, Olympos Beach Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reusable water
Long daylight and coastal sun mean you’ll drink more than you expect—carry a refillable bottle to stay hydrated and reduce plastic waste.
Wear sturdy shoes
Ruins and rocky shorelines are uneven—closed-toe shoes with grip make exploring Phaselis and the Chimera ridge far easier.
Respect turtle nesting
If visiting Çıralı in summer, avoid bright lights on the beach at night—turtles nest here and lighting can disorient hatchlings.
Carry small local cash
Some riverside restaurants and beach vendors prefer cash for quick purchases even though card acceptance is common.
Sturdy walking shoes
Protects ankles and provides traction on ruins, cobbles and coastal rocks.
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Permit a dip at Çıralı or Phaselis coves during warm months.
summer
Sun protection (hat, SPF, sunglasses)
Coastal sun is intense—protect skin and eyes during midday stops.
summer
LightLayers or windbreaker
Sea breeze and shaded ruins can be cool in spring and late afternoon.
spring