Fethiye to Dalyan Turtle Beach Excursion tour packs in much more than you would believe you could see in one day. Travel to Ortaca by coach and then take a cruise past Dalyan and all kinds of fascinating sights which will stay with you forever!

Discover the picturesque scenery, sands, mud baths and ancient ruins of the beautiful Dalyan River on this day trip from Fethiye. Travel to the pretty town of Dalyan, board a riverboat, and spend the day cruising through a nature reserve of untouched reed beds and fields. Swim, sunbathe and watch for rare loggerhead turtles on protected İztuzu Beach, admire the cliff-cut ancient Kings’ Tombs of Kaunos, and wallow in the famous riverside mud baths and warm thermal pools. A tasty buffet lunch at a riverside restaurant provides the finishing touch.

After being picked up from your hotel in Fethiye, board an air-conditioned bus to Ortaca, where you'll transfer to your riverboat. The Dalyan river flows from Köyceğiz Lake to Turtle Beach, also known as Iztuzu Beach. As you navigate the river, you can see ancient Lycian tombs, which are around 2,000 years old, carved into the cliffs above the historic harbor city of Kaunos. Established around the 9th century BC, Kaunos gained significance as a prominent city in Caria around 400 BC, and the rock-cut tombs were reserved for the royal figures of Kaunos. Once you reach Turtle Beach, you will have the opportunity to sunbathe, swim, and unwind. The beach is off-limits to the public from May to September to safeguard the endangered loggerhead turtles. Conclude your day with a revitalizing outdoor mud bath at Köyceğiz Lake before heading back to your hotel in Fethiye.

Discover Dalyan’s hidden beauty on an unforgettable full-day tour from Fethiye, combining nature, history, and relaxation. Your journey begins with a scenic drive to Dalyan, where you’ll board a comfortable river boat and cruise along the famous Dalyan River. Glide through peaceful reed channels while enjoying breathtaking views of the ancient Lycian Rock Tombs carved high into the cliffs. During the river cruise, you’ll stop at the legendary Iztuzu (Turtle) Beach, a protected natural reserve and nesting area for the endangered Caretta Caretta turtles. Enjoy free time to swim in the crystal-clear sea or relax on the golden sands. The tour also includes a visit to the famous Dalyan mud baths, where you can cover yourself in mineral-rich mud, believed to rejuvenate the skin, followed by a refreshing dip in warm thermal waters. With hotel transfers, a relaxing boat trip, stunning scenery, and unique experiences, this Dalyan River Cruise from Fethiye is the perfect escape.