"Get lost in the silence of nature and history!"

Our hike, designed to explore both the Seljuk heritage of the Keykubad Trail and the Byzantine ruins of Kilistra in a single tour, begins at the Ancient City of *Lystra* (Kilistra), located 55 km from Konya (elevation: 1333 m). Passing through fairy chimneys reminiscent of Cappadocia and rock monasteries once inhabited by Byzantine monks, we trek approximately 12 km to reach Evliyatekke Village (1525 m), near *Lystra*—one of the Anatolian cities visited by St. Paul during his travels. Here, we pause in the spiritual atmosphere of the tombs of Sheikh Abdulmuttalip and Muhammad Arif, witness the Turkification process of Anatolia, and conclude our hike at Gavur Lake, leaving only our footprints behind.  

Tour Details
Departure from Konya:
1 May, 7:00 AM  
📍 Mevlana Cultural Center  

Return:
1 May, 6:00 PM  
📍 From Gavur Lake to Mevlana Cultural Center  

Activity Information
▪ Route Start: Kilistra  
▪ Route End: Gavur Lake  
▪ Duration: Day Trip  
▪ Total Distance: 15 km | Elevation Gain: 178 m  
▪ Difficulty: Beginner - Intermediate Level  

Included in the Hike:
▪ Transportation & Packed Meal  
▪ Travel Health Insurance  
▪ Professional Guided Tour  
▪ Participation Fee: 350.00 TL  

Registration:
15-24 April 2025 via [viaanatolia.com](https://viaanatolia.com)  
- The route is technically suitable for beginners to intermediate levels; anyone with regular trekking experience can join.  

Contact:
📞 Phone: +90 553 639 5662  
👤 Contact Person: Ebubekir ONHAN  

🏢 **TÜRSAB Travel Agency License No:** 1375