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We are the, trekking, hiking, walking, climbing outdoors and archeology guides of Turkey. We are based in Cappadocia, a very special region which resembles a magical fairy tale land. The remains of the millions years ago volcanic eruptions, shaped by the wind and rain for thousands of years, have formed one of natures most spectacular masterpieces: Strange rock formations, called: "fairy chimneys".

Beautifully coloured valleys full of these 'fairy houses' have been a fantastic stage for some of the most important actors of known history, some of which are, the Hittites, The Persians, Alexander the Great, Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans. Many of these caves are still decorated with icons and wall paintings from the early Christian times.

CAPPADOCIA: The fairy chimneys and secret valleys of Cappadocia offers the oppurtinity for some of the most fascinating day walks to be enjoyed anywhere in the world. The famous troglodyte villages and the amazing scenery are best enjoyed on foot.
Walking possibilities are endless in this area of cave lived valleys and surreal rock formations. The walkingis of moderate difficulty and is generally between 4 and 5 hours each day. There is also time en route to visit some of the attractive villages.

LYCIA: is the ancient name of the peninsula between Antalya and Fethiye on Turkey’s southern coast, where the Taurus mountains sweep down to the sea. The name comes from the Hittite word “Lukka” which meant light. Hence, Lukk(a)ia: The land of light. It deserves its name with its over 250 sunny days in a year. And the glorious views of sunshine reflecting from endless mediterrenean add to this image.

A long distance walk, the Lycian way, links the Roman, Seljuk and Ottoman roads, goat paths and forestry tracks in a 500 km walk around the coast. The route passes through ruins of many Lycian cities and visit the most worthwhile spots on the coast.

Middle Earth Travel offers two trekking programmes along this route. Best parts of the route has been handpicked and integrated into two different, 1 week programs by Kate Clow, the author of the book ‘The Lycian Way’, Turkey’s first long distance walk.

ST. PAUL TRAILLES : The second long distance walking route of Turkey. It runs some 500 kms, starting from just east of Antalya, into the lake district of Turkey. It passes through some of the greenest parts of Taurus mountains where natural pine, cedar, oak and juniper forests are abound. Then it descend onto the Lakes district with its fertile plains full of fruit trees and fields. Untouched by time, the pastoral life style, the richness of history, the beauty of the nature and diversity of wild life gives this area almost everything a trekker would like to encounter on a walk. As Middle Earth team we are proud to have been a part of this Project from the very early stages. We helped Kate Clow, (the author of St Paul Trail book and the creator of the Project) with route finding, field research, waymarking and organization of the Project. We dont think it is too much to say “We have the best equipped team to run tours on this new route.”

THE KACHKAR MOUNTAINS: They are the epitome of the mind set of the people living on and at their foot : It is hard to find a better example to hard work and to keep going despite diffuculties leading to increbidle beauty. The lush valleys clad with flowers, snow covered peaks, the little lakes which shine like jewels under the sun and with its passionate, friendly people the kachkar reigon is very special indeed. The music from the goat skin, bag pipes and folk dancing is an inseperable part of the camp fires. Trekking in Kachkar Mountains is a mood changing experience. Choose either one week, or the two week programmes and be a part of this experience.

HERAKLIA LATMOS :This is a new, continuous trek from the ruins of Heraklia, and forms part of the new long distance walk from Heraklia to Stylos monastery and around Latmos Mountains. The trek allows you to immerse yourself in the way of life of the inhabitants of the quaint old stone and timber villages on the route; you will frequently stay in village houses, see local handcrafts, watch cheese and yoghurt making and enjoy village foods.
The trip includes visit to the major Greek / Roman city of Heraklia. Many opportunities to look at bulbs and birds. Our trail mainly follows ancient roads and migration routes in use since before Roman times in this spectacular area of volcanic hills and peaks.