Pisidia Heritage Trail
Pisidia Heritage Trail Tour
Guided by Dr. Işılay Gürsu
The Pisidia Heritage Trail was developed after five years of collaborative work between the British Institute at Ankara (BIAA) and Equinox Travel. This impressive 350-km route connects lesser-known ancient Pisidian cities—Ariassos, Sia, Milyas, Selge, Termessos, Pednelissos—and the mountain villages and spectacular landscapes surrounding the Köprülü Canyon. For more information about the project and the interpretive guidebook see: https://pisidiaheritagetrail.com/en
Pisidia is a region where nature remains largely untouched: unpaved roads, preserved forests, and Yörük communities still living traditional lifestyles. As a result, the hiking routes may be challenging for those accustomed to flat terrain. Expect steep ascents and descents, rocky and occasionally slippery paths, alongside stretches of gentle forest tracks.
2026 Tour Dates and Prices
📅 Dates: 29 April – 3 May 2026
🏨 Per person in a double room: €850
🛏 Single supplement: €150
A 10% discount applies to BIAA members. If you are a member, please contact us before registering.
Why Pisidia?
Pisidia is the ancient name of the mountainous region north of Antalya. This tour introduces participants to the natural and cultural heritage of this remarkable historical landscape. Although often promoted today as “St Paul’s Way,” the well-known long-distance route differs from the actual roads used by St Paul. His journey took him through the Döşeme Pass from Pamphylia into Pisidia, then through Senirkent and Keçiborlu before reaching Pisidian Antiocheia (Yalvaç).
During this tour you will follow parts of these ancient roads while also discovering lesser-known ancient cities and the breathtaking natural environment of Pisidia.
Tour Programme
Day 1 – Wednesday, 29 April
Arrival – Termessos / Antalya
Meet your guide at Antalya Airport at 09:00. After a short briefing, we head to Termessos, located within Güllük Mountain National Park, and explore the city in detail. We then descend to Elmalı Yolu on a challenging route along ancient paths. (Participants who prefer not to take this difficult route may return by vehicle.)
Evening accommodation in Geyikbayır.
Lunch included
🥾 9 km / 7 hours / moderate to difficult
Day 2 – Thursday, 30 April
Kelbessos – Trebenna / Antalya
In the morning we visit the little-known ancient city of Kelbessos. After the site tour, we follow an ancient route for a three-hour walk to Trebenna.
Evening accommodation in Geyikbayır.
Lunch included
🥾 8 km / 6 hours / moderate to difficult
Day 3 – Friday, 1 May
Ariassos – Termessos Ancient Road / Antalya
We begin with a visit to the ancient city of Ariassos. After the tour, we follow the ancient road linking Ariassos and Termessos, descending to Akkoç village. We then drive to the Erikli Plateau and continue along forest paths leading towards Termessos.
Evening accommodation at Antalya VIB Hotel.
Lunch included
🥾 12 km / 7 hours / moderate to difficult
Day 4 – Saturday, 2 May
Panemoteichos – Via Sebaste / Antalya
Today we walk from Panemoteichos, one of Pisidia’s most striking routes, towards Sia. We leave the visit of Sia for the next day and instead follow the Via Sebaste (the King’s Road).
Evening accommodation at Antalya VIB Hotel.
Lunch included
🥾 12 km / 8 hours / moderate
Day 5 – Sunday, 3 May
Sia – Return
We begin the day exploring Sia, a magnificent ancient city hidden within the forests. After the site visit, we walk the Sia–Antalya ancient road. The tour ends at Antalya Airport around 18:00.
Lunch included
🥾 12 km / 6 hours / easy to moderate
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