Dalyan
Dalyan, part of Muğla's Ortaca district, is a unique nature-and-history route with its river winding through reed beds, İztuzu Beach protected for loggerhead nests, and the Lycian rock tombs along the river. Boat trips, mud baths and the ancient city of Kaunos stand out.
Highlights
İztuzu Beach & Sea Turtles
The protected nesting beach of sea turtles; a long, pristine strand.
Kaunos & Rock Tombs
The riverside ancient city and the magnificent Lycian tombs carved into the cliffs.
Sultaniye Mud Baths
A relaxing break in the thermal springs and healing mud pools.
Places to visit
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Dalyan Channel Boat TripA river tour through the reeds; boat access to İztuzu.
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İztuzu BeachA natural, calm beach where the river meets the sea.
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Ancient City of KaunosThe riverside ancient city with its theatre and rock tombs.