Why go
Choose between Göynük Canyon, the Çıralı and Olympos coast, or Phaselis and the nearby bays rather than trying to cover the district in one sweep. Tahtalı Mountain and the Lycian Way add upland choices beyond the shore, so this is a district with very different kinds of days.
What to look for
- Pine forest and the Taurus Mountains rise close behind the coast.
- Phaselis and Olympos connect the coastline with ancient history.
- Göynük Canyon offers a mountain landscape away from the beaches.
Useful to know
- Pick a coastal heritage, beach or mountain plan; these anchors are spread across the district.
- Allow for sun exposure on the shore and different conditions on mountain outings.