Things to do in Dalyan, Turkish Aegean Coast: The Best Sightseeing Tours

December 15, 2021 Kelli Reichel

Ancient ruins, mud baths and loggerhead sea turtle breeding grounds are just some of the magical features of Dalyan. Beach sports, bike rides and river tours will satisfy your inner adventurer. Don’t miss the ornate Lycian tombs, carved into the cliffs along the Dalyan Çayı River circa 400 B.C.
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1. Full-Day Dalyan Caunos Boat Trip From Marmaris

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Spend a day exploring the Dalyan Delta by boat on an excursion from Marmaris. Travel through the networks of water channels, stopping off to eat lunch, to enjoy the mud baths and sulfur springs, and to relax on the natural reserve of Turtle Beach.

Inclusions: Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip ferry/bus

Exclusions: Drinks, DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By AliciaGaysonLawrence

Prompt pick up from the hotel. The agent had prearranged to drop our tickets the day before to our hotel which was handy. Coronavirus wise, the boat was very crowded up top and there was very little social distancing going on. We had created a space for ourselves, with a gap in either side of our loungers, to ensure safety - but a crew member tried to make us move closer so he could put extra beds in. I refused, and in fairness he respected my argument and left us thy way we were. The staff are polite and friendly. Two on-board photographers, which could get a little annoying, but plenty of the younger people genuinely seemed to enjoy tour aspect ???? There was some hand sanitiser on board too. We had an "all inclusive" ticket, which included non branded soft drinks, water, coffee and local beer and wine. I don't drink so can't advise on the alcohol, but I heard it wasn't the nicest. You can also buy bottled beer and branded soft drinks. Lunch was actually very tasty and there was plenty of room below deck to space yourself out from others. Very enjoyable day, nice way to relax and chill out at a very minimal cost.

2. Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye

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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!

Inclusions: Mud Bath, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By 859cigdemk

Good experience. Drinks are Provided for low Prices. You can Swim a lot in deep water. Music on the boat makes fun. Nice People. We wäre picked up from our Hotels and brought back there.

3. Dalyan Mudbath& &Turtle Visit (Max 9 participants) DALAMAN Sarigerme Fethiye

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Maximum number of participants is 9 tourists per each tour. Remaining from the Lycian time, a wonderful untainted country town, Dalyan which is well known for ancient stone tombs. Let your body relax in a pool of hot water with minerals. Then you can enjoy slip into a natural mud pool rich of sulfur and different minerals which have healing effect on your skin. A genuine vibe of reviving and freshness. An hour break in the stream nearby fields of reeds. The place is famous as the stage of Oscar winning movie "The African Queen".. Our last area to visit is very important because it is the Caretta Caretta turtles

Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, Boat Trip on the River, Mud Bath, Turtle Hospital Visit on the other side of beach(Transfer to Turtle Hospital)

Exclusions: Snacks, Soda/Pop

Reviewed By Lileipan

We have met with Chihangir in Paris and he helped me with my trip a lot. He is an excellent guide and a very nice person. He is well organized, friendly, honest, and professional in his job. He has deep knowledge of the history of his country Turkey and he was glad to share it with me. I would definitely recommend him as a tour guide as well as his services.

4. Dalyan River Cruise, Turtle Beach & Mud Baths from Marmaris

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Explore the charms of Dalyan on a full-day boat tour from Marmaris, and relax on Turtle Beach and experience Dalyan’s mud baths, sail to the protected Iztuzu Beach, known for its loggerhead turtles, and admire the rock-cut Lycian Tombs, the last resting place of the Kings of Kaunos.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, River boat, Mud bath

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Corey190891

states it was a 3 hour trip. However the trip itself latest about a hour. Then everyone sat around waiting for the bus to take back, which featured a somewhere to eat so clearly done to get some more money out. They also take pictures, which we had to pay double for as myself and my partner booked individual quads. The drive itself wasnt much of a safari, more of a trek through the woods in single file with the occasional soaking from a hose pipe or a bucket of water. Would recommend for something cheap to do as it was still still enjoyable

5. Private Dalyan River Cruise by Boat with Lunch and Sea Turtles Watching

Metin Tour

1 day private cruise on delta of Dalyan river with lunch included. Cruise down the Turkish Amazon - River Dalyan on the boats. Look for Caretta Caretta sea turtles and taste grilled blue crabs. Sunbath on a famous Iztuzu Beach which is natural habitat of huge turtles. Watch the rock cut tombs of ancient city of Kaunos and take a bath in the mineral mud.

Inclusions: Buffet lunch, Professional guide/driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle or minibus

Exclusions: Drinks, Grilled crabs

Reviewed By stefandemirm

I booked this tour as a private tour and I am absolutely thrilled. Already at the pick-up you feel like a VIP because of the spacious vehicle. The catering is fully included and very good despite current legal restrictions. Great importance is attached to hygiene measures for pandemic prevention without having to have any significant restrictions on the experience. The guide speaks perfect German. Apart from that, he also speaks several other languages fluently. He really has an extensive expertise. You can have an excellent conversation about the cultures, mythologies as well as art. Although several sites are visited that are a bit far from each other, one is at the sights most of the time. The ancient buildings are fascinating and it is an indescribable feeling to stand in the middle of an ancient trade route while the guide describes life and events there at that time. At least as impressive are the waterfalls surrounded by nature and a park that invites you to explore. For cultural tourists, this tour is without a doubt a must.

6. Dalyan Classic Boat Trip From Sarigerme

Sarıgerme, 48600 Ortaca/Muğla, Turkey TransferOnly - Ar-Bek Travel

The Dalyan classic is a truly unforgettable trip. And perfect way to know about your holiday destination in Dalyan.

Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer, Lunch, Local guide

Exclusions: Drinks, Extras

Reviewed By RedGlitterBomb

Unfortunately we didn't get to enjoy this boat to the fullest due to Covid restrictions and some things not being allowed, such as the foam party. This was part of the reason we booked it for my son - however there wasn't really much children's entertainment either so that was a bit of a disappointment. However, the staff were friendly enough and still had good banter with the kids, especially Jack Sparrow and the guy who was doing the photography. The photos were nice but I think a tad over priced for me personally. But it was a nice momento for my son as it was his first time in Turkey and also out on boats at sea and swimming in the sea. The staff were very encouraging and helped get him in to the way as he was a bit apprehensive about it. We also enjoyed a short shopping trip at a small village, and lunch was lovely.

7. Dalyan Classic Boat Trip From Dalyan

Dalyan, Ortaca/Muğla, Turkey TransferOnly - Ar-Bek Travel

The Dalyan classic is a truly unforgettable trip. And perfect way to know about your holiday destination in Dalyan.

Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer, Lunch, Local guide

Exclusions: Drinks, Extras

Reviewed By RedGlitterBomb

Unfortunately we didn't get to enjoy this boat to the fullest due to Covid restrictions and some things not being allowed, such as the foam party. This was part of the reason we booked it for my son - however there wasn't really much children's entertainment either so that was a bit of a disappointment. However, the staff were friendly enough and still had good banter with the kids, especially Jack Sparrow and the guy who was doing the photography. The photos were nice but I think a tad over priced for me personally. But it was a nice momento for my son as it was his first time in Turkey and also out on boats at sea and swimming in the sea. The staff were very encouraging and helped get him in to the way as he was a bit apprehensive about it. We also enjoyed a short shopping trip at a small village, and lunch was lovely.

8. Tour the Magnificent Mediterranean in Turkey For 16 Days

Goodman Tours

Explore some of the best highlights of Turkey and see some of the amazing places of history and stunning landscape that this beautiful country has to offer. You’ll visit Istanbul’s highlights and cruise between two continents on a Bosphorus cruise. Explore the fairy-tale landscape of mystifying Cappadocia where you can also see the labyrinth of the underground city. You may even have the option to take a hot balloon ride, which is a memory you won't want to forget. See Antalya on the Turquoise coast with some amazing and beautiful landscape Visit Dalyan and the sandy Iztuzu beach, which is a breeding ground of the famous Caretta Caretta turtle. Visit the awe-inspiring pure white travertines of Pamukkale and take a dip in the Cleopatras pool where you can see the fallen columns below. You will venture to the UNESCO-listed Ephesus where you will see one of the worlds best-preserved ancient site and see where Virgin Mary spent her final days at the House of the Virgin Mary.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Domestic flights in the program, Transportation by a comfortable AC non smoking Luxurious car/Van with professional driver, Professional and experienced licensed guide during the tours, All accommodation, Entry fees to the sites and museums

Exclusions: Other services not mentioned, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By mum2mars

Booked through Goodman tours weeks before our scheduled Balloon flight via Viator. Received confirmation, got tickets. Night before our flight we get an email, not from Goodman tours but from Viator advising that Balloon flight has been cancelled due to “overbooking”. Rang Goodman tours, they say cancelled because of bad weather but there were heaps of other balloon flights the next morning. Very disappointed as we went to Cappadocia specifically for the Balloon ride. Could of let us know earlier in the day so we could book another flight. Goodman tours offered a complimentary activity, but if never eventuated. Will not use them again.

9. Dalyan & Koycegiz Lake Private Tour 1 to 5 Pax (New Trip)

Antalya

The trip begins with a pick-up from your hotel at 06.00 am in the morning and ends up with a drop-off to your hotel at around 18:00 pm in the evening. The bus drive from Antalya to Koycegiz village will take around 4 hours.. Upon your arrival, you will be transferred to riverboats and cross the famous Koycegiz lake to arrive to Sultaniye mud baths. The thermal springs, mud baths and the hot spring baths are known to provide you with some secret health benefits. Your friends or family accompanying you will have a great time playing in the mud baths here. After you are filled with all this fun, you are offered a specially cooked local cuisine for your lunch on the boat. The boat then moves along the pristine surroundings and reach the shore. On the way you can see the ancient Rock Tombs at the city site of Caunos, while you are watchig the Temple Tombs your tour guide will reveal you several legends and stories associated with this enchanting place.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Boat Trip in Dalyan (6 Hours), Professional Guide, Breakfast

Exclusions: Drinks

Reviewed By MizzT25

It was a private tour for our family. Easy communication with Gufte via WhatsApp. The tour was well organized and adjusted to our needs. Our guide, Raife, was very knowledgeable. We had an amazing time. I would definitely recommend getting a tour from this company.

10. Turkey's best Historical Highlights Tour and Turquoise Coast Cruise

Goodman Tours

This is a fantastic tour of beautiful Turkey where for 14 days you will visit some of the best sights in Turkey before embarking on a cruise of the turquoise coast

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Domestic flights in the program, Transportation by a comfortable AC non smoking Luxurious car/Van with professional driver, Professional and experienced licensed guide during the tours, All accommodation, Entry fees to the sites and museums

Exclusions: Other services not mentioned, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By mum2mars

Booked through Goodman tours weeks before our scheduled Balloon flight via Viator. Received confirmation, got tickets. Night before our flight we get an email, not from Goodman tours but from Viator advising that Balloon flight has been cancelled due to “overbooking”. Rang Goodman tours, they say cancelled because of bad weather but there were heaps of other balloon flights the next morning. Very disappointed as we went to Cappadocia specifically for the Balloon ride. Could of let us know earlier in the day so we could book another flight. Goodman tours offered a complimentary activity, but if never eventuated. Will not use them again.

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