General Information About Fethiye
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Fethiye is a town of Mugla Province of Turkey, located
at the junction of Aegean & Mediterranean seas. Modern
day Fethiye is built on the ancient city of Telmessos,
ruins of which can be seen in the city. It is one of
Turkey's well-known tourist centers and is especially
prized during the summer.
It is 135 kms southwest of Marmaris and has an
outstanding and busy marina. The ancient name of the
city is Telmessos and you will see a fortress on the
hill overlooking the city which was built by Knights of
Rhodes Island. Fethiye is also known for its rock tombs
carved into the faces of the high cliffs by the Lycians.
Among these tombs especially remarkable one is the tomb
of Amnytas dating from the 4th century BC, elaborately
carved in Doric architectural style. It is worth well
visiting. Other historical places around the town are
the aSarcopghi and the Fethiye Tower.
Some of the other historical sites worth visiting are:
Kadyanda Ancient City, Kayaköy- old Greek town, Afkule,
Gemiler and Aya Nikola. Most popular touristic towns of
Fethiye are: Ölüdeniz, Calis Beach area, Hisaronu and
Ovacik.
The island Kızılada in the Gulf of Fethiye, which is 4
mi (6.4 km) off the city, is a popular stopover for boat
tours. Alternatively, there are great diving sites
Afkule being one of the most famous. The Kızılada
Lighthouse on the island houses a seafood restaurant and
a hostel with nine rooms. Butterfly Valley is in the Fethiye district.
Oludeniz is 14 km (9 mi) south of Fethiye. The town is a
beach resort, and remains one of the most photographed
beaches on the Mediterranean. It has a secluded sandy
bay at the mouth of Oludeniz, a blue lagoon. The lagoon
is legally recognized as a natural reserve and
constructing buildings is strictly prohibited. Oludeniz
is famous for its shades of turquoise and aquamarine,
and is an official blue flag beach frequently rated
among the top 5 beaches in the world by travelers and
tourism journals alike. The resort is also famous for
its paragliding opportunities. It is regarded as one of
the best places in the world for paragliding due to its
unique panoramic views, and the Baba Dag mountains
exceptional height.
Fethiye Transportation
Fethiye has direct bus connections to many cities in the country including Marmaris, Bodrum, Antalya, Izmir, and Istanbul. Bus tickes from Istanbul cost roughly around 30 US $ pp and it takes around 12-14 hours.
The nearest airports served by international airlines
are Dalaman. Antalya is about three hours driving and
Dalaman about one hour from Fethiye. There is a private
shuttle bus service from Dalaman Airport to Fethiye.
There is also a bus by the City of Fethiye
Transportation department, which is cheaper, running at
every plane landing.
There are plenty of dolmuses and minibuses to get around the city and to
local attractions such as Saklikent.. The beaches and the countryside are
easily accessible. Regular bikes are also available, and the town is very
walkable.
Fethiye Travel Map
Fethiye Travel Activities
Daily Tours and Excursion in Fethiye
Daily tours and excursions in Fethiye by reputable travel agency of Turkey
Blue Cruise: Marmaris - Fethiye - Marmaris
(7 Nights)
Cruise Price:
240-520 Euro per person per week in double cabins; including tax, accommodation on
gulet boats with en suite
baths, breakfast, lunch, dinner, board games and basic
snorkeling equipments.
Blue Cruise: Fethiye - Kekova Bay
(7 Nights)
Cruise Price: 240-520 Euro per person per week in double
cabins; including tax, accommodation on gulet boats with en suite baths,
breakfast, lunch, dinner, board games and basic snorkeling equipments.
Turkey Tour: Ephesus - Pamukkale - Fethiye by Plane (5 Days-5
Nights)
Flights from / to Istanbul, tours guided in English, all transfers, 4
nights hotel accommodation at 3 / 4 star hotels, some meals,
all tickets of museums and sites which will be visited. Departing everyday in summer season.
Turkey Tour: Gallipoli - Troy -
Ephesus - Pamukkale - Fethiye by Plane (7 Days-7
Nights)
All tours guided in English, return flight to Istanbul, all
connecting transfers, 7 nights hotel accommodation at 3 / 4
star hotels, some meals, entrance fees and tickets of museums
and sites which will be visited
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