FETHIYE Economic Travel Guide
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Along the Mediterranean, Antalya Fethiye, which is the beginning of the Lycian road stretching for 540 km and ending in Geyikbayırı, which is 20 km from Istanbul, is a paradise city with all kinds of opportunities, both touristic and other big cities.. Every corner is beautiful, every village has a different atmosphere.. The local people living here in summer and winter are friendly and warm, making you feel at home.. The season is mild throughout the year, but the intense tourist flow starts in May and continues until the end of October..
Fethiye is one of the rare places with suitable conditions where you can enjoy many activities. You can do mountain trekking, paragliding and sea activities, and at the same time, you can fill your stomach with organic products very cheaply and enjoy the night life on top of it.. So you can easily find everything you are looking for on a vacation here.
FETHIYE TRANSPORTATION TO FETHIYE: HOW TO GET TO FETHIYE?
By Airplane: It is located 1 hour from Dalaman airport, which is the nearest airport.. You can reach Fethiye city center from the airport by using Havas buses for 10 TL. Also, it is possible to reach Fethiye from Antalya Airport with a 3-hour bus ride.
By Bus: There are dozens of bus companies serving in Turkey and all buses companies have flights to Fethiye. Going to many destinations in Turkey by bus is more practical and affordable than traveling by plane or trains that do not have a wide network.. Going from Istanbul to Fethiye takes 12-13 hours by bus, so traveling at night will save you the day.. Buses give a minimum of 2-3 breaks of 30-40 minutes, cold drinks and snacks are served in the bus.. Buses are a very ideal vehicle for foreign tourists who want to travel cheaply, and the most preferred companies providing quality service are companies such as Ulusoy, Pamukkale, Varan.
By Vehicle: Both with your own vehicle and in Turkey You can reach Fethiye with the car sharing method, which is becoming more and more widespread in. Having at least 2 or 3 drivers in the vehicle will enable you to complete this long journey with the least fatigue and in the most enjoyable way.
FETHIYE CITY TRANSPORTATION
Fethiye city transportation is usually done by minibuses.. You can easily reach all beaches and villages by using city minibuses.. In addition, you have the opportunity to have a more free holiday by renting a car here, as everywhere else.
ACCOMMODATION IN FETHIYE: WHERE TO STAY IN FETHIYE?
Fethiye is one of the cities with many alternatives in terms of accommodation.. You can have a rich all-inclusive holiday in luxury hotel complexes, you can choose bed and breakfast options, you can have your lunch on the beaches and your dinner wherever you want, you can stay in more suitable rooms in hostels or you can have a shabby stay in private camping areas in a bungalow you can rent with your own tent.. booking.com.
THINGS TO DO IN FETHIYE
Paragliding: Fethiye’s most touristic activity was of course, at an altitude of 2000 meters, paragliding from Babadağ over Ölüdeniz. Although it is an enjoyable and adrenaline-filled activity, for your safety, you should not miss a few important points that you need to pay attention to, such as the competence of the company and the employees, and the appropriate weather conditions.. In the city center, in the lobby of the hotels, and in the stands opened in front of the cafes and restaurants along Ölüdeniz, you will find many options where you can get information. You should explore the uninhabited islands with these tours.. Included in this small fee you pay for boat tours that usually start at 10 am and last for almost a full day are; lunch, swimming on unique beaches, sunbathing on the boat, music dance and entertainment..
Hiking: Fethiye, the beginning of the Lycian Way, has many short and long natural walking tracks.. Our favorite mountainous hiking route between Kayaköy and Ölüdeniz, which we will explain in detail in the following sections.
WHAT TO EAT IN FETHIYE? WHAT TO DRINK?
We recommend you to eat chicken doner and ayran in the city center. Since we are not usually obsessed with eating and drinking, we won’t be able to offer many alternatives, especially since we have made it a habit to skip meals with light snacks in summer However, you should consume all the organic and local products you can find in my home city:)
SHOPPING IN FETHIYE
You can find freshly picked natural products from the farm at the market set up near the city center every Tuesday.
There are also many small souvenir shops in the city centre.. In the newly opened shopping center next to the bus station, you will easily find all kinds of goods you are looking for.
FETHIYE CITY TOUR
1. DAY:
Departing from Marina or Ölüdeniz, you will be on the first day route of your trip in Fethiye. We start by making the tour. After this full-day activity, you can visit Paspatur Market, take a short walk in the bar street and spend the night here.. Lycian Tombs and Ancient City of Telmessos are other places you will see on your way.
