Marmaris Holidays

Marmaris Holidays - Destination Profile

Marmaris is one of the most attractive maritime parklands, ideal for water sports and sailing. It makes an excellent starting point for the "Blue Voyage" tour of the Aegean coastline.

Near Marmaris at Icmeler, the hazy mountains of the interior slope down to sandy beaches. Under blue skies, the clear sea is ideal for all types of water sports. Many find this area so irresistible that they stay longer than originally planned.

Marmaris Holidays - Things to see

Toros Mountains: The Toros Mountains form a dramatic backdrop along much of the coast, often dropping steeply right into the sea, but in some places rivers have washed down enough sediment over the ages to form beaches.

Tombs in Fethiye: The Tomb of Amyntas, which probably dates from the fourth century B.C. is the most remarkable.

Blue voyage cruises - Marmaris: Marmaris is one of the most attractive maritime parklands,ideal for water sports and sailing. It makes an excellent starting point for the "Blue Voyage" tour of the Aegean coastline,

Oludeniz Lagoon: It is a sheltered lagoon of great beauty, almost totally cut off from the sea, at the northern end of a long cove. Stretching from the lagoon to the southern end of the cove is a long, sandy public beach.

Things to do on a Holiday in Marmaris

Combine the adrenaline sport of White Water Rafting with the experience of camping in the wilderness on the banks of the Dalaman River.

The Gulf of Gocek and its friendly marina is one of the Mediterranean's best sailing spots.

Hisaronu, at the skirts of the Mount Babadag-Oludeniz, is a world-wide popular paragliding center.

Some of the wonderful sea journeys, which have become the most popular activity in the region, take place in the beautiful coves of Marmaris.

Marmaris Holidays - Excursions

Tlos: 36 kms south of Fethiye, is the the oldest city in the Lycian region and the home of the Lycian Hero Bellerophon. Visitors can see the remains of a castle, the agora, the necropolis, the theatre, Roman baths and a good view of Esen Valley.

Oludeniz - Blue Lagoon: The Blue Lagoon is one of the best places in the world to do absolutely nothing but soak up the sun amid stunning natural surroundings.

Blue Cruises: The Blue Lagoon is one of the best places in the world to do absolutely nothing but soak up the sun amid stunning natural surroundings.

Marmaris Holiday Weather

Max Temp F	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Turkey	69	75	85	89	89	82	78
London	56	61	68	71	70	66	56
Sunshine Hours	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct
Turkey	8	9	9	11	12	9	8
London	5	6	7	6	6	5	3

Getting Around on Marmaris Holidays

By Boat: There are many types of cruises that link all the resorts an villages around the area, take a Gullet cruise or a Blue Voyage cruise to explore Dalaman and the surrounding areas.

By Bus: The local bus (known as Dolmus) is normally a white mini bus that travels around the resorts. There are no specified bus stops, so to stop the Dolmus just flag one down.

By Taxi There are numerous taxis in all towns and resorts and are recognisable by their chequered black and yellow bands.

By Car Rental cars and Jeeps are available from our representatives.

Marmaris Holidays Shopping

Popular purchases for those taking holidays in Marmaris include:

• Handicrafts
• Jewellery
• Leather goods
• Carpets

Marmaris Holidays - Beaches

Fethiye has a fine beach nearby at Calis, a 4 km. stretch of sand and shingle, which has now grown into a small resort.

Oludeniz region with 2 km. strech of sand and pebble beach (Belcekiz) linked to a cobalt blue lagoon (Dead Sea), lying calm as a millpond in the heart of this area.