Coastal activity holidays: four of the best Swimming the Lycian Way Turkey The great thing about a SwimTrek holiday is that they are challenging without being competitive. One of the most interesting is the Turkish Lycian Way Tour. The coast along the Tekke Peninsula (for which Lycia is the historical name) is also known as the Turquoise Coast because of its extraordinary clear water and ancient Lycian ruins littering its bed. Turkey's first long distance path, the Lycian Way follows this remote southern coastline. Based in the pretty coastal town of Kas, your transport is by traditional Turkish gulet. Expect two swims a day, some following the coast, others going between islands, plus technique sessions, exploration of caves and ancient ruins and time to go to the beach. Delicious fresh lunches are taken aboard the gulet. On the first day, your group (of maximum 15) will head out on a gentle acclimatisation swim and then, based on your speed, you will be split into three groups - Fast, Medium and rather charmingly, Scenic. Your guides, all highly trained swimming teachers, also study your techniques and offer strategies for improvement to practice during the week. The seven-day trip costs from £710pp excluding flights. You can fly to Dalaman with Easyjet and then ask the hotel to organise the 2 ½ hour transfer (01273 739 713; www.swimtrek.com).