Muğla, Turkey-6-day-itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Muğla

  • Morning: Arrive at Dalaman Airport (DLM)
  • Transportation: Take a taxi or shuttle bus from the airport to your accommodation
  • Where to Stay: Check-in to Hotel Adaköy in Marmaris, a 4-star hotel with stunning views of the bay
  • Activity: Spend the day relaxing on the beach and exploring the nearby town of Marmaris
  • Lunch: Try some fresh seafood at Restaurant Ekin
  • Dinner: Enjoy traditional Turkish cuisine at Restaurant Ciner

Day 2: Marmaris

  • Morning: Visit the Marmaris Castle (9am-5pm, 10TRY entrance fee)
  • Activity: Take a boat tour of the bay and surrounding islands (12:00 pm-4:00 pm, 80TRY per person)
  • Lunch: Have lunch on board the boat or at Restaurant Elma
  • Dinner: Try some local specialties at Restaurant Kervan

Day 3: Dalyan

  • Morning: Take a minibus from Marmaris to Dalyan ( approx. 1 hour journey, 10TRY per person)
  • Where to Stay: Check-in to Hotel Dalyan Beach Club for the night
  • Activity: Visit the ancient city of Kaunos (9am-5pm, 20TRY entrance fee) and explore the nearby mud baths and lake (10TRY per person)
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Restaurant Çamlıbel
  • Dinner: Enjoy a meal at Restaurant Dalyan Kebapçısı

Day 4: Göcek

  • Morning: Take a minibus from Marmaris to Göcek ( approx. 30 minutes journey, 10TRY per person)
  • Where to Stay: Check-in to Hotel Göcek Beach for the night
  • Activity: Visit the ancient city of Telandria (9am-5pm, 20TRY entrance fee) and explore the nearby yacht marina and shops
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Restaurant Ölüdeniz
  • Dinner: Try some local specialties at Restaurant Göcek Kebapçısı

Day 5: Ölüdeniz

  • Morning: Visit the famous Blue Lagoon (9am-5pm, 15TRY entrance fee)
  • Activity: Take a paragliding tour of the surrounding area (12:00 pm-4:00 pm, 150TRY per person)
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Restaurant Ölüdeniz
  • Dinner: Enjoy a meal at Restaurant Blue Lagoon

Day 6: Departure from Muğla

  • Morning: Spend the day shopping for souvenirs and relaxing on the beach
  • Transportation: Take a taxi or shuttle bus back to Dalaman Airport (DLM) for your departure flight

Things to Know:

  • The weather in Muğla can be hot during the summer months, so don’t forget to pack sunscreen and stay hydrated.
  • Be respectful of local customs and traditions, especially when visiting ancient sites and mosques.
  • Try some local specialties such as kebabs, seafood, and traditional Turkish pastries like baklava.

Tips:

  • Learn a few basic Turkish phrases like “merhaba” (hello), “teşekkür ederim” (thank you), and “güle güle” (goodbye).
  • Bargain at markets and bazaars to get the best prices.
  • Don’t drink tap water, and stick to bottled or filtered water instead.

Other Interests:

  • Visit the nearby city of Marmaris for its vibrant nightlife and shopping opportunities.
  • Take a boat tour to explore the surrounding islands and marine life.
  • Go hiking in the nearby mountains and forests to experience the natural beauty of Muğla.