7Nts Cycling + 7Nts Kitesurfing Gokova
Overview
Cycling in the south of Turkey is a great way to explore the natural beauty of this fascinating country. The second half of this tour takes you to the ultra windy Gokova for a week of kitesurfing in the huge bay.
The mountain biking has been rated a moderate difficulty. Vehicles assist the tour every day to take you up the hills, giving you around a 1000m gradual decent every day.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart UK
Fly from the UK into Dalaman. Upon arrivale you will be greeted by our ground agents who will transfer you to Gombe.
Day 2: Excursions
The day will begin with a short transfer to the start point at Tekke village near Elmali. From here you will ride to Yazir, passing Avlan Lake and the Ordubek Plateau.
Overnight in a village house near Gursu.
Day 3: Boldag, Finike
Today you will reach an altitude of 1500m for some amazing scenery near Boldag before descending to the fishing town of Finike where you will spend the night.
Day 4: Myra, Lycian Way, Kas
Ride on parts of the Lycian Way through beautiful countryside to the ancient town of Myra (entrance payable locally). From here you will be transferred to Kas.
Day 5: Kas
You will have a free day in Kas for optional activities such as diving, sea kayaking or tandem paragliding.
Day 6 - 7: Trip in Kas
Ride the Secret trail through ancient cedar forests with stunning coastal views of Kas (1500m descent)
Transfer to mountain village above Kas then ride up into the cedar forest and follow trails traversing the wooded valley, on some long fast descents and a few stiff climbs.
Day 8 - 13: Gokova
Transfer to Dalaman, then on to Gokova. One you have arrived in Gokova you can drop your bags and head down to the bay for a half day of kitesurfing! Your accommodation in Gokova is at the beautiful 4* Yucelen Apartments.
Day 14: UK
After a week in Gokova a private driver will pick you up and take you back to Dalaman airport, where you will fly back to the UK.