Turkey Biking
Pedaling, Yachting & Swimming Along the Mediterranean
We've all said it. "I need a vacation after my vacation." Great getaways do more than just remove you from the day-to-day, they recharge and rejuvenate you. That's our adventure in Turkey. Spend days exploring the warm, friendly Turkish coastline and split your nights between spectacular hotels like Mehmet Ali Aga Mansion and serenely floating on the Mediterranean in a Turkish gulet. Pedal past pine forests and olive groves then pass evenings stargazing and enjoying small plates of almonds, honey and fresh cheeses. It's a vacation on your vacation. You've earned it.
- Experience the crossroads of East and West
- Rides through pine-dappled hills, olive groves, craggy outcrops, sunny beaches and friendly villages
- The ancient ruins of Knidos
- Break bread with a Turkish family at their traditional home
- Sail the Mediterranean in traditional wooden gulets, dropping anchor to swim, snorkel and slumber
The Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 1 Pine-dappled hills, olive groves, lively seaside resorts and friendly villages 
Travel back to the time of ancient mariners at Bodrum's Museum of Underwater Archaeology, housed in a medieval castle Explore Bodrum or cool off with a swim at our chic hotel.
Days 2-3 The ruins of Knidos, once a jewel of the Greek civilization Ferry across the Aegean Sea, then spin along the beautiful coast and mountainous spine of the rugged Datça Peninsula A delicious lunch of grilled fish awaits your two-wheeled arrival in Datça.
Day 4 Experience the crossroads of East and West Sail on Hisarönü Bay aboard a private boat In Turgutköy village, learn the intricacies of silk weaving and carpet making Breathtaking water views abound on a rolling bike route Discover the quiet undeveloped hamlet of Selimiye, known for boat building.
Days 5-7 Sail the Mediterranean for three days in traditional wooden gulets, dropping anchor to swim, snorkel and slumber Remote coves provide shelter for water activities, and coastal hills invite exploration on foot and by bike Investigate the well-preserved Roman theater and remains of Lycian and Carian tombs in Kaunos Plunge into stunning Cleopatra's Bay, where partially submerged ruins of an ancient Greek monastery are visible in the crystal-clear water.
- Premiere Inns: These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.
- Casual Inns: These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the area with such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.
- Deluxe Family Camping: We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.
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Turkey Biking
Premiere Inns
The Marmara Bodrum
Bodrum (1 night) The Hideaway Report calls it a "sophisticated contemporary hotel commanding a spectacular vantage point high above Bodrum." (pool, spa, tennis)
Mehmet Ali Aga Mansion
Datça (2 nights) This 19th-century country home has been restored and converted into a beautiful hotel with a Turkish bath and atmospheric gardens. (pool)
Turkish Yachts
Mediterranean Coast (3 nights) Traditional wooden gulets, featuring private rooms and fresh regional cuisine prepared by the crew, carry us along the coast by day and into peaceful coves by night.
Turkey Biking
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- City Walk & Castle Tour 3 hours
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 3
2 Route Options Available
- 19, 37 miles
- 2340 - 3040 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Level 1 2 Route Options Available
- 10, 15 miles
- 1170 - 1620 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 4 4 Route Options Available
- Biking 16, 25, 45 miles
- 1800 - 5350 feet elevation gain
- Walking 0.6 miles
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- 11, 17, 23 miles
- 900 - 1850 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- 18 miles
- 1140 feet elevation gain
Day 7
- Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
- 15, 24, 34 miles
- 740 - 1310 feet elevation gain
Day 8
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- Hiking 3.1 miles
- 660 feet elevation gain
Day 9
- Conclusion of Trip