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There are no activities planned today so you are free to arrive in Kas at any time.Standard Hotel
We start our holiday with a gentle warm-up day. The morning is spent on an orientation walk discovering Kas, then enjoy coastal views through the olive groves on the way out to Limanagzi beach (approx 90 mins walk). At Limanagzi there will be time to relax and have a swim. We return to Kas by water taxi.
Explore dramatic Saklikent Canyon by wet walking up the river on wooden platforms over the river; we can enjoy the towering canyon walls, dip our feet in the water and explore this spectacular environment. In the afternoon we take a walk to the famously long Patara beach. On the way we can stop at the ruins of the ancient Roman city, a great deal of which has only recently been revealed from under the shifting sands of the area.
The mountains behind Kas are riddled with deep canyons. We normally visit the Kibris Canyon, which offers some of the most impressive natural phenomena in the Taurus Mountains; a spectacular gorge, where springs and waterfalls cascade into the rapidly flowing cold river. It is ideal for canyoning - swimming, abseiling and leaping into pools of mountain water. You will be provided with a wetsuit, harness and a helmet. You must be able to swim, and light summer walking shoes (or old trainers) are essential. The day is long and can be strenuous at times - please make sure you and your children are happy to have a go, and have the courage to jump a few metres into pools of water. You'll be in very safe hands, and should revel in the adventure!Please note: At no point is jumping obligatory; there is always the option to climb, abseil or walk down at these points.
Today has been left free to do as little or as much as you like. Options include SCUBA diving, though this has a minimum age of 14, imposed by the Turkish authorities. You can also take a walk, a Turkish bath or just a stroll around the cafés and little shops of Kas. For the more adventurous and adrenaline-seeking, there is the opportunity to take a paragliding flight (this also has a minimum age of 14). The start point is 600 metres above sea level and the flight takes us out over Kas and the surrounding islands.
Today we spend a full day sea kayaking in the sheltered bay near Kekova Island. The day's activities start early in the morning; we will depart at 7:30 for a 50 min (approximately) transfer to Ucagiz village. After preparations and a technical briefing, we will paddle towards the island and the site of the famous sunken city. Although it is no Atlantis, you can clearly make out the harbour walls and see the layout of rooms and houses below the water. Kayaking is an excellent low-impact way of exploring the site. Later, we paddle to the village of Simena to have our lunch. This spectacular spot is located on a peninsula and is inaccessible by road. The village is overlooked by a hilltop Ottoman castle with excellent views of the whole bay. To participate you must be able to swim and have the physique necessary to fit in the kayak.Standard Hotel
Every Friday morning in Kas, a colourful local market takes place with a wonderful variety of fruit and vegetables along with clothes and household goods. Many villagers from the mountains also attend and you will have the option to travel into the area they inhabit this afternoon. The scenery is dramatic, with extensive pine and cedar forests framing the Ak Dag mountain range, which is snow-capped until July.
Our adventure ends after breakfast today. Those on the group flights will be transferred back to Dalaman for the flight to London.
7 nights at a 3-star hotel with en suite facilities, air-conditioning and a
pool8 days land only/flight inclusive5 days activities, 1 free dayTravel by
private air-conditioned minibusGroup normally 6 to 20No experience
necessaryReasonable level of fitness required
All breakfasts and 3 picnic lunches are included.Food in Turkey is generally
very good and varied, making use of fresh local ingredients. Breakfasts
normally include boiled eggs, cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, honey or jam and
yoghurt, olives and bread. Picnic lunches are provided on specified days.For
dinners, there are plenty of excellent lokantas (cafés) and restaurants in
Kas for you to choose from. Some specialise in locally caught fish dishes,
others in various lamb dishes. There are also plenty of cafes and snack bars
where 'pide' (Turkish pizza) is served. Most restaurants also offer
selections of meze (mixed small dishes). The Turks have a sweet tooth, so
expect plenty of pastries covered in honey, as well as cakes and ice creams.
Your group leader will normally assist in organising group meals. Vegetarians
are well catered for.
7 nights at a 3-star hotel with en suite facilities, air-conditioning and a
pool8 days land only/flight inclusive5 days activities, 1 free dayTravel by
private air-conditioned minibusGroup normally 6 to 20No experience
necessaryReasonable level of fitness required
Activity Level: 3 (Moderate)This trip gives you the chance to go sea
kayaking, canyoning and walking, with a good dose of relaxation thrown in.
There is also the option to try SCUBA diving (minimum age 14 yrs)No
experience of the activities is required for this holiday and you and your
family will be in good hands with the local team. The itinerary is fairly
active and long periods of time are spent outdoors or in water. As so many of
the activities are water-based, we do not recommend that non-swimmers book
this trip. There is a certain amount of rough and tumble, and a few minor
cuts and bruises cannot be ruled out.We have built in free time to enjoy the
sun and sand of the Turquoise Coast. The hotel has a pool and there is ample
opportunity to relax.Our local partner may ask you to sign an
'acknowledgement of risk' form before undertaking some of the more
adventurous activities included as part of the tour. In signing this you will
not be limiting your legal rights, as these are governed by our booking
conditions and your contract remains with Exodus.
Phellos HotelKas is a lively town with a vibrant café culture. Our base is usually the
Phellos Hotel, a well appointed hotel in the centre of Kas. It has 76 rooms
which are modern, clean and comfortable, with en suite facilities, air
conditioning and some with balcony. There is also an outdoor swimming pool
(open May to October) and a restaurant/bar where breakfast is served. The
hotel offers double, twin and some triple rooms, and there is a limited
number of interconnecting rooms.Please note: on occasion we might use a
different hotel of a similar standard.
Phellos Hotel,
There will be one main group leader, with other activity leaders as required.
All breakfasts and 3 picnic lunches are included.Food in Turkey is generally
very good and varied, making use of fresh local ingredients. Breakfasts
normally include boiled eggs, cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, honey or jam and
yoghurt, olives and bread. Picnic lunches are provided on specified days.For
dinners, there are plenty of excellent lokantas (cafés) and restaurants in
Kas for you to choose from. Some specialise in locally caught fish dishes,
others in various lamb dishes. There are also plenty of cafes and snack bars
where 'pide' (Turkish pizza) is served. Most restaurants also offer
selections of meze (mixed small dishes). The Turks have a sweet tooth, so
expect plenty of pastries covered in honey, as well as cakes and ice creams.
Your group leader will normally assist in organising group meals. Vegetarians
are well catered for.
A comfortable air-conditioned mini or midi bus is used throughout the trip.
Travelling flight inclusive from London: 8 daysThe group flight from London
is a daytime flight departing on Day 1 of the itinerary.Flights from
LondonWe normally use the scheduled services of British Airways or Easyjet
(depending on availability). As flight timings and schedules change regularly
we recommend you call one of our specialist sales staff or your agent to
confirm up‐to‐date timings. Please note timings may change at a later
date and cannot be confirmed until approximately two weeks
before departure. Travelling land only: 8 days starting and ending in
KasYour trip normally starts at our accommodation in Kas in the afternoon of
Day 1 of the itinerary. Details of how to reach the start point are provided
in the Final Joining Instructions ‐ sent approximately two weeks before
departure.The cost of a taxi is likely to be about £65‐£80 should you
decide to make your way independently. Alternatively, Exodus can book you a
private transfer for £60, please contact your Operations Executive to
organise this for you.
Airport transfers are included for those on the group flights. Please note
that transfers are not included for clients arriving on any other flight,
even if Exodus has booked it.If you require airport transfers, you may (by
prior arrangement only) be able to join the group transfer. Transfers are
arranged to coincide with the arrival time of the group flight - please check
the group flight details two weeks before departure. If you do not take this
transfer, or miss it, you must make your own way to the joining point at your
own expense.
If travelling in July and August you must be prepared for high temperatures
up to 38 deg C and it is not always possible to avoid the heat of the midday
sun. Rain is unlikely in the summer months although the occasional storm
can't be ruled out. Protracted spells of bad weather are unlikely at any time
of the year.
Light summer walking shoes (or old trainers) for the canyoning (these will
get wet, water needs to be able to drain away)Comfortable walking boots or
trekking trainersWarm sweater and/or jacket for May, September and October
departuresSwimwearSun creamLip protectionSunhatWater bottleSunglasses with
neck stringDaypack (approx. 30 litres)Clothes that you do not mind getting
wetAt time of writing the standard weight limit for hold baggage on the
recommended international carrier for this trip is 20kg. We recommend packing
only one piece of checked baggage.As advice about luggage allowances for both
hand and hold luggage is subject to change, we suggest you check the
airline's website for the latest information prior to your departure.
Light waterproofsDisposable waterproof cameraBeach towelCycling shortsDry
bagMotion sickness medication for the kayaking dayRash vest for kayaking and
canyoningSports gloves for the cycling and paddling days (recommended if
you're prone to blistering)Cycling helmet (can be provided locally, however,
we cannot guarantee the quality of these)
You should allow about £160 (approximately US$210) for meals not included
(excluding drinks).Approx. drink prices in restaurants and lokantas: Beer
£3.25, bottle of wine £14.50, water £1.25, soft drink £2, fresh orange
juice £3.Entrance to Patara National Park approx £2Entrance to Saklikent
Gorge approx £1.7Optional tubing at Saklikent approx £10 Extra SCUBA
diving (minimum age 14)Should you wish to take part in a further dive, the
local dive school is also available on your free day. The format will be very
much the same as your included dive.Duration: Half day. Prices:Try Dive SCUBA
£25, Full dive £20, 2 dives £38 Tandem Paragliding: From the hills behind
Kas, paraglide down to sea level in the safe hands of a qualified pilot.
Duration: 20 minute flight, 1 hour with transfer.Price: Approx £68 Turkish
Bath - approx £33
Although optional, a tip for the leader at the end of the trip is greatly
appreciated. As a guideline we would suggest that you budget around £45 in
total on this itinerary to be broken down as follows:Approximately £20 for
your tour leader.Approximately £10 each for your driver and assistant
leader.Approximately £5 for the hotel.
Travel insuranceSingle accommodation (available on request)Visas or
vaccinations
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