Carian Trail Trek Tour Fron Datça to Betçe

Day 1: Meeting at Dalaman Airport – Balıkaşıran – Büyük Çatı Bay (3.5 km) / Emecik Village – Dirt Road (3 km)

After meeting at Dalaman Airport, depending on our arrival time, we will head to Marmaris to meet our guide. Following a short stop for picnic lunch supplies, we continue towards the starting point of the Datça Peninsula. Our 3.5 km warm-up hike from Balıkaşıran Bay to Büyük Çatı Bay will give us a great first impression of what awaits us throughout the tour. After meeting our vehicle again, we reach Emecik Village. From the village center, our hike follows the southern slopes of Mount Emecik before rejoining our vehicle. After this final 3 km hike of the day, we drive to our peaceful hotel in Palamutbükü. Dinner will be served at the hotel after check-in and rest.

• Approx. Transfer Time: 2.5 – 3 hrs

• Included Meals: Picnic Lunch – Dinner

• Approx. Hiking Distance: 7 km

• Approx. Hiking Time: 3 hrs

• Elevation Gain/Loss: +60 m / –50 m

• Terrain: Easy trails with occasional short steep sections; dirt roads and coastal paths

• Accommodation: Hotel

Note: As our hotel does not have an indoor restaurant, in early and late season (March–April, October–November), we recommend bringing a down jacket or warm clothing and a hat for dinners in case of windy weather.

Day 2: Murdala – Bükçeğiz – Değirmen Bay – Eştengil Plateau – Deveboynu Lighthouse (12 km)

After breakfast, we set out with a scenic 40-minute vehicle transfer offering many panoramic views. Arriving in Murdala, we begin our hike. The first hour includes gentle ups and downs, leading us to Bükçeğiz and then Değirmen Bay. Depending on our pace, we will enjoy lunch and a swim break at one of these bays (don’t forget your swimsuits and towels!). Along the way, we will see the Bodrum Peninsula and the island of Kos. Approaching Deveboynu Point, we pass Eştengil Plateau, home to an Ottoman-era cistern, and soon the Knidos Lighthouse appears on the horizon. From here, in addition to Kos, we will also see Nisiros Island. Passing between old watchtowers, we descend toward the lighthouse before rejoining our vehicle and returning to the hotel.

• Approx. Transfer Time: 1 hr 15 min

• Included Meals: Breakfast – Picnic Lunch – Dinner

• Approx. Hiking Distance: 13.2 km

• Approx. Hiking Time: 6 hrs

• Elevation Gain/Loss: +530 m / –500 m

• Terrain: Occasional steep zigzag paths through maquis, descents requiring care but not overly steep, some dirt road sections

• Accommodation: Hotel

Note: As our hotel does not have an indoor restaurant, in early and late season (March–April, October–November), we recommend bringing a down jacket or warm clothing and a hat for dinners in case of windy weather.

Day 3: Domuz Çukuru – Kızıl Bay – Kargılı Bay – Kabaklar (12.5 km)

We wake up to a fresh new day. After about a 1-hour transfer near Hızırşah, we begin our long hike from a point above Domuz Çukuru, descending via scenic dirt tracks to the coast. With the refreshing sea breeze always with us, we hike while enjoying views of Symi Island offshore and the distant Bozburun Peninsula. We pass several pristine coves accessible only by sea or on foot. Our first major bay is the long Kızıl Bay, followed by Kargılı Bay—wherever we wish, we will enjoy a swimming break. These coves are yours alone to experience! Before finishing the day at Kabaklar, one final climb remains, followed by a pleasant descent back to sea level. A spectacular hike ends at Kabaklar, after which we return to the hotel for a well-deserved rest.

• Included Meals: Breakfast – Picnic Lunch – Dinner

• Approx. Hiking Distance: 12.1 km

• Approx. Hiking Time: 5–6 hrs

• Elevation Gain/Loss: +590 m / –780 m

• Terrain: Easy trails, but with both short and long ascents/descents requiring care; sandy beach sections included

• Accommodation: Hotel

Note: As our hotel does not have an indoor restaurant, in early and late season (March–April, October–November), we recommend bringing a down jacket or warm clothing and a hat for dinners in case of windy weather.

Day 4: Bağlarözü – Domuzini – Gıynap Bay (5 km) – Transfer to Dalaman Airport

A short transfer brings us to Bağlarözü. From here, we join the Carian Trail, reaching Domuzini, and follow a path through ancient city walls before reaching the road near Gıynap Bay. For lunch, we will be welcomed into a village home in Sındı, where we’ll enjoy delicious local Aegean dishes. After this authentic stop, we continue to Old Datça for a visit, before driving on to Dalaman Airport for our return.

• Included Meals: Breakfast – Lunch

• Approx. Hiking Distance: 5 km

• Approx. Hiking Time: 2 hrs

• Elevation Gain/Loss: +120 m / –130 m

• Terrain: Easy stony trails; some long but not overly steep ascents/descents requiring attention

Important Note: Due to weather conditions, road or flight schedule changes, regional factors, emergencies, or the group’s physical condition, the program may be modified. Our tour leaders will adapt the itinerary to ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience.