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Jan 5, 2014 at 9:44 am #1311795
Hi all.
Look like I'll be in Italy (and perhaps Croatia/Turkey) in late April into mid May. And I might have a chance to extend the trip for a couple weeks earlier (i.e. mid April) or later (into late May) for some backpacking/trekking.
Is there anything that would be adventurous, beautiful, or otherwise highly recommended that time of year? I have wondered about the GR20 on Corsica, the Lycian Way in Turkey, etc. Seems like May on the GR20 could be tough/impossible due to snow? How about the Lycian Way? Other options?
Any and ALL thoughts welcome!
Thanks!
Dave.
Jan 5, 2014 at 12:15 pm #2060582The Lycian Way is good in April. There will probably be some snow on the higher sections (above 1,600m or so), but nothing that should make it unwalkable. Late May is getting hot for the lowest sections unless you're used to walking in the heat.
You might want to take a look at the Carian Trail (Karya Yolu) as well. It opened last year. See http://www.kariayolu.com/
http://cultureroutesinturkey.com/c/ is a good website to start researching Turkish trails.
If you decide on Turkey, pm me and I'll give you any help I can.Jan 5, 2014 at 12:45 pm #2060591Check out Cicerone Press for many ideas too.
Jan 5, 2014 at 5:12 pm #2060683Turkey in April/May? See our trip reports:
Lycian Way and St Paul Trail
Kaçkar MountainsWe had a fabulous time there.
Jan 6, 2014 at 4:40 pm #2061000I can't think of anything more "adventurous, beautiful or otherwise highly recommended" in Italy (or in the whole of Europe for that matter) than Selvaggio Blu but it's extremely tough, even with a guide. April or May would be the best period to attempt it.
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