Turkey · Boating

11-Hour Dalyan Boat Tour from Bodrum with Turtle Beach

11 Hours Round trip from Bodrum Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Dare to dip your feet in the mud bath
02 Admire the adorable turtles
03 Marvel at the magnificent Lycian royal rock tombs
04 Enjoy a boat trip along the Dalyan River

Embark on a tour to Dalyan, famous for its unique wildlife and nature. Travel by bus to Dalyan (Caunos), then board a boat up the river to the mud baths and the lovely beach for a long and joyful swim break, where the endemic Caretta Caretta turtles lay their eggs. High on the cliffs above the Dalyan River, admire the magnificently carved Lycian royal rock tombs.

High on the cliffs above the Dalyan River, admire the magnificently carved Lycian royal rock tombs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Bodrum, Dalyan

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dalyan River Cruise, Mud Baths and Turtle Beach

6:30 am: Pick up from the hotel.
Embark on a 3-hour bus drive to Dalyan.
Enjoy a boat trip on the river.
Visit the Lycian rock tombs, mud bath, and beach by boat. Watch turtles on the beach.
Have lunch at a riverside restaurant.
Return to Bodrum at 7 pm.

Where this trip takes you

Dalyan River, Mud Baths, Turtle Beach, Lycian royal rock tombs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Bodrum 2 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick up and drop-off from Bodrum hotels
Transportation
Boat trip on the Dalyan River and mud bath
Guidance in English
Entrance fees
Lunch

What's Not Included

Breakfast on the road and drinks

What to bring

Swimming clothes

Know before you go

This tour is only available on Thursdays and Sundays.
You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning. One hour later, there will be a breakfast break.
These turtles can live up to 120 years, and they are in danger of becoming extinct. In addition to the turtles, the Dalyan delta is also home to many sea creatures like crabs, which can be ordered as delicious seafood at an extra cost. The area lies between the reeds and a maze of waterways. Enjoy a day of peaceful nature.

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