Fethiye, Turkey - a traditional market town, Fethiye nestles in a natural harbour protected by the small islands off the shore

Holidays in Fethiye revolve around the harbour, which is the ideal place for a seafront promenade, its fishing boats, gulets and international yachts an endless source of fascination. Fethiye exudes charm, with some excellent restaurants and a market where locals gather to sell their wares – the perfect place to hunt for bargains, hone your bartering skills and stock up on holiday souvenirs. As dusk falls, the many cafes, lively bars and shops situated in the maze of narrow streets and alleys come to life, overlooked by the floodlit tomb of Amyntas, which dates back from 350 BC, a Doric temple façade carved in the rock face overlooking Fethiye.

Holiday here to make the most of the fascinating sites in the region. These include the eerie ‘ghost town’ of Kayaköy, long since abandoned, the stunning gorge of Saklikent, literally translated as ‘hidden city’ and of course, the famous beach and blue lagoon of Ölü Deniz, just the other side of the hill, which is easily reached by dolmus. Fethiye is a good starting point from which to explore the surrounding coast by traditional gulet and has become very popular with those learning to scuba dive.

Although Ölü Deniz is the best known of the beaches around Fethiye, holiday makers often head to Çalis Beach, which is the closest. With its backdrop of dramatic mountains and stunning views across the wide blue bay to tiny islands and distant hills.

Of all the Fethiye hotels, the Ece Saray Hotel, is the most impressive. Set to one side of the harbour and built in the style of an Ottoman palace, a stay here will ensure that your holiday in Fethiye is truly memorable.

Diving in Fethiye - If you are interested in a diving holiday in Turkey, you should consider a holiday in Fethiye, which with its warm clear waters and abundance of sea life is the perfect destination for diving at all levels. For information about our diving holidays in Turkey please call our friendly reservations team.