Tlos and Saklikent Canyon Day Trip from Fethiye

13-km canyon walk and Lycian city climb with ancient ruins and Pegasus legend

A full-day tour from Fethiye to Tlos ancient city and Saklikent Canyon with professional English-speaking guide, lunch at a trout farm, and shared hotel pickup. The morning starts at Saklikent's 13-kilometer gorge, where you wade through ice-cold mountain water or rest on wooden platforms built into the canyon floor. After lunch in Yaka Village, the afternoon moves to Tlos, where you walk through the ruins of a 2,000-year-old Lycian settlement on the slopes of Akdağ mountain.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Saklikent National Park2h
2. Tlos1h 30m

Explore Saklikent and Tlos Ancient City

• Pick up from hotel by bus
• Visit Saklikent Canyon and walk gorge
• Lunch at trout farm restaurant in Yaka Village
• Tour ancient ruins of Tlos
• Return to hotel

The experience

The tour picks you up from your hotel between 08:15 and 09:00 and heads straight to Saklikent Canyon, the largest gorge in the region. The 13-kilometer canyon was carved over thousands of years by melting snow from the Akdağ peaks and heavy rainfall. You can wade as far into the freezing mountain water as you want, or sit on the wooden platforms submerged in the gorge and watch the water flow past. The walk involves uneven terrain and slippery rocks, so a walking stick or trekking pole helps with balance. Bring swimwear and towels if you plan to enter the water.

After Saklikent, a short drive takes you to Yaka Village, where lunch waits at a trout farm restaurant surrounded by trees and flowing cold water. The meal gives you time to rest before the second half of the day. Then the group heads to Tlos, one of the best-preserved ancient settlements in the Lycian region. The ruins sit on the southern foothills of Akdağ and include a castle on the acropolis, a Roman bath-hospital, a stadium, a theater, and a necropolis with dozens of graves carved into the rock. The guide explains the mythology tied to the site (Pegasus and Chimera are said to have fought on the castle hill), and walks you through the layout of the ancient city. You return to your hotel around 17:00 to 18:00.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English.
• lunch at a trout farm restaurant in Yaka Village.
• round-trip shared hotel transfer from Fethiye.

Before you book

Days and timesThursdayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to14h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 9.09

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Arbek Travel

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want a full day covering two major sites (ancient Tlos and Saklikent Gorge) with a shared group and one guide, rather than coordinating separate visits yourself.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Saklikent Canyon like when I get there?

Saklikent is a 13-kilometer gorge with ice-cold mountain water flowing through it, uneven rocky terrain, and wooden platforms built into the canyon floor. You can wade into the water as far as you feel comfortable, or sit on the platforms and watch the canyon from the side. The walk is steep and slippery, so comfortable shoes and a walking stick are recommended.

Can I swim or wade in the water at Saklikent?

Yes, you can jump into the freezing mountain water if you wish. Bring swimwear and a towel. The water is cold year-round because it comes from melting snow on the mountain peaks, so be prepared for the temperature.

What will I see at Tlos?

Tlos is an ancient Lycian city with ruins spread across the slopes of Akdağ. You'll walk through a castle on the acropolis, a Roman bath-hospital, a stadium, a theater, and a necropolis with graves carved into the rock. The guide explains the mythology and history of each structure as you move through the site.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

The canyon walk involves navigating through water and over slippery rocks, and the Tlos ruins require climbing and walking across uneven ground. The tour is about eight hours total, with breaks for lunch and rest. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes a professional English-speaking guide, lunch at the trout farm restaurant in Yaka Village, and round-trip shared transfer from your hotel in Fethiye. You'll need to bring your own swimwear, towels, and comfortable walking shoes.