Turkey - Trails of the Torquoise Coast (8 days)

A Mediterranean mountain biking adventure holiday in Turkey, cycling through the mountains and forests of the sunny Turquoise Coast. Enjoy an off road cycling holiday in Turkey. This is an excellent introduction to mountain biking or a relaxing break for the more experienced rider. Every day has a downhill bias of 1000m or more, all with a stunning backdrop of mountains, canyons, cedar forests and the ruins of ancient civilizations.

En route there's time for picnics, swimming stops and the chance to experience the famous hospitality of Turkish village life. Our last four nights are based in the lively port town of Kas - excellent for apres-biking entertainment. With a free day, adrenaline junkies can finish the week with optional paragliding, scuba diving, or kayaking over sunken cities. Alternatively simply relax next to the Mediterranean.

Day 1 - Fly to Dalaman; transfer to Gombe.
Day 2 - Short transfer to start point at Tekke village near Elmali; ride to Yazir, passing Avlan lake and the Ordubek plateau; overnight village house near Gursu.
Day 3 - We reach an altitude of 1500m for some stunning scenery near Boldag before descending to the sleepy fishing town of Finike.
Day 4 - Ride on parts of the Lycian Way through beautiful countryside to the ancient town of Myra; optional visit to the church of St Nicholas, transfer to Kas.
Day 5 - Free day in Kas for optional activities such as SCUBA diving, sea kayaking or tandem paragliding.
Day 6 - Seyret trail through ancient cedar forests with coastal views of Kas (1500m descent)
Day 7 - Sutlegen flyer 1200m; transfer to village of Assas; ride up into the cedar forest and follow trails traversing the wooded valley, on some long fast descents and a few climbs.
Day 8 - Transfer to Dalaman.

Operated by Exodus Travel (MTK)

Departures: May, September & October