Alanya Airport to Olympos
Distance: 256 kmTravel time: 3 hours 30 minsNearest metro: N/A
Overview
The road from Alanya Airport to Olympos runs about 256 km and takes around 3 hours 30 minutes, dropping down through forested hills to a quiet stretch of Mediterranean coast. At Alanya Airport, the Mercedes V-Class or Sprinter assigned to your Olympos booking is boarded once your name is confirmed and your flight status checked against the schedule. Olympos is unlike the bigger resorts nearby, with ancient Lycian ruins scattered among the trees, a pebble beach at the end of a valley, and simple treehouse-style lodges rather than large hotels, which suits travellers after something quieter. Booking this particular descent into the Olympos valley settles the total cost over WhatsApp beforehand, leaving only the winding hillside road between the airport gate and the treehouse lodges to cover.
Highlights
- About 256 km and 3 hours 30 minutes from Alanya Airport
- Road descends through forested hills before reaching the coast
- Ancient Lycian ruins sit scattered among trees near the beach
- Chimaera's eternal flames make a well-known evening excursion
- Treehouse-style lodges replace the large hotels of bigger resorts
- Olympos Beach sits quietly at the end of a wooded valley
- Driver tracks your flight before starting the drive south
- Fixed WhatsApp price for the whole 256 km route
Route details
About the destination
Olympos is a historic coastal destination in Antalya, renowned for its ancient Lycian ruins, scenic pebble beach, and unique bohemian treehouse accommodations.
Hotels nearby
- Bayrams Tree Houses
- Olympos Lodge
- Koala Bungalows
Landmarks nearby
- Olympos Ancient City Ruins
- Sarcophagus of Captain Eudemos
- Chimaera (Yanartaş Eternal Flames)
- Olympos Beach
Restaurants nearby
- The Rabbit Hole Restaurant
- Karakuş Restaurant
- Olympos Lodge Restaurant
- Sheriff Cafe Bistro
Nearest metro
N/A
Good to know
- Use the arrivals hall for cash or a SIM card before this drive toward the coast
- Pack sturdy footwear, since paths around Olympos ruins and the beach are uneven
- Roads narrow closer to Olympos, so allow a little extra time on the descent
- Bring insect repellent for the wooded valley leading down to the beach
- Keep your driver's WhatsApp contact saved in case of any change to your flight
- A torch is useful if you plan to see the Chimaera flames after dark
- Confirm your lodge name in advance, as treehouse accommodation can be tucked off the main road
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I meet my driver for the Olympos transfer at Alanya Airport?
Alanya Airport's arrivals hall is small enough that a driver holding your name is easy to spot within a minute or two of clearing customs, hiking boots or beach bags in hand.
Is a late flight into Alanya a problem before heading to Olympos?
No, the driver tracks your flight and waits at arrivals whatever the hour, then begins the drive south to Olympos exactly as planned. This matters most on a route that winds down through forest before the coast.
How long does it take to reach Olympos from Alanya Airport?
The drive covers about 256 km and usually takes around 3 hours 30 minutes as the road winds down through forested hills. It is one reason travellers heading for the treehouses trust this particular drive.
Can I request a child seat for the journey to Olympos?
Yes, tell the Olympos booking desk your child's age in advance so the matching seat is already fitted before the Mercedes leaves Alanya Airport. That holds true for the whole descent from the hills into the valley.
Is there room for hiking gear alongside normal luggage?
The V-Class and Sprinter both offer solid boot space, enough for hiking boots, beach bags and standard suitcases together. This keeps things simple even with hiking boots and beach bags on board.
How is the fare confirmed for this route?
This particular fare, covering the full run from Alanya Airport down into the Olympos valley, is settled over WhatsApp days before the flight rather than discussed at the roadside. It removes any doubt before a stay built around ruins and quiet forest.
What happens if the inbound flight to Alanya is running behind schedule?
The driver follows live flight tracking, so a delay only shifts your pickup time with no change to the fare already agreed. It holds true across every arrival we handle for guests bound for Olympos.
Does the driver stop anywhere on the way down to Olympos?
No, this stays a direct private transfer; a stop only happens if you request one along the descent. It is worth knowing before booking a stay away from the larger resorts.
Will the car carry other travellers besides my group?
No, the vehicle is booked only for your party, all the way from the airport to the valley road into Olympos. This stays consistent whichever treehouse lodge your booking has been made with.
What is different about staying in Olympos compared with nearby resorts?
Olympos favours simple treehouse-style lodges over large hotels, set among ancient ruins and forest, so it suits a quieter, more rustic stay. That is a distinction worth weighing before choosing where to base your stay.
