Lycian Coast
Türkiye
In short: Lycian Coast is a 560 km coastal road trip in Türkiye, typically driven over 6 days, best in Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct. Highlights: Antalya, Phaselis, Olympos and Çıralı, Myra and Demre.
A six-day Antalya-to-Fethiye coast journey that separates the ancient cities, a licensed Kekova boat day, Patara and the Fethiye/Ölüdeniz finish.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Antalya
Kaleiçi and Antalya Museum · Seraser Fine Dining
Day 2Phaselis, Olympos and Çıralı
Phaselis · Olympos and Chimera · Yörük Cafe & Restaurant
Day 3Myra and Demre
Myra ancient city · Church of Saint Nicholas · Gaziantep Restaurant
Day 4Licensed Kekova boat and Kaş
Kekova and Simena licensed boat excursion · Bi Lokma
Day 5Patara, Xanthos and Kalkan
Patara ancient city and protected beach · Xanthos · Sade Restaurant
Day 6Fethiye and Ölüdeniz
Fethiye old town and Lycian tombs · Ölüdeniz or regulated paragliding · Oztoklu Restaurant
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Lycian Coast drive?
The Lycian Coast covers 560 km from start to finish.
How long does the Lycian Coast take to drive?
Most travellers spend 6 days on the Lycian Coast, depending on stops and pace.
When is the best time to drive the Lycian Coast?
The recommended season for the Lycian Coast is Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct.
Where does the Lycian Coast start and end?
The Lycian Coast runs from Antalya to Fethiye and Ölüdeniz.
What are the main stops on the Lycian Coast?
The Lycian Coast passes through Antalya, Phaselis, Olympos and Çıralı, Myra and Demre.
How difficult is the Lycian Coast to drive?
The Lycian Coast is rated moderate and is best handled with any vehicle.
Can I drive the Lycian Coast in a regular car?
Yes — the Lycian Coast is paved end-to-end and a regular car is fine in normal conditions.
How many fuel stops are needed on the Lycian Coast?
Plan around 1 refuels (or about 1 EV charges) along the Lycian Coast, based on its 560 km length.
Is the Lycian Coast EV friendly?
Yes — the Lycian Coast has charger coverage along the route and works as an EV road trip.
Is the Lycian Coast safe to drive?
Use HGS and national driving/security guidance from the Türkiye route; confirm insurance/licence rules and avoid night driving. Prebook a licensed Kekova operator and confirm sea state the same morning. Patara visitor access is 08:00–20:00; obey nesting-zone barriers, no night beach access and no disturbance of turtles. For paragliding, use an operator on the current SHGM civil-aviation list at https://web.shgm.gov.tr/documents/sivilhavacilik/files/havacilik_isletmeleri/CVLAO_20241109.PDF, verify insurance/weather and accept cancellation. Never combine Myra, a full Kekova cruise and the transfer to Fethiye in one day.
What scenic tier is the Lycian Coast?
The Lycian Coast is a iconic drive — Iconic road trips that anchor a region's reputation — postcard scenery, headline highways, and the routes most travellers want to drive.