Oludeniz, on the south west coast of Turkey, is a beautiful inland bay in an area known as the “Turquoise Coast”, and you will soon discover why! The waters of the lagoon are an incredible turquoise blue, and the pristine beaches stretch down to the Mediterranean Coast to more beautiful bays and coves. Pine covered slopes extend into the crystal clear waters, which are calm and ideal for water sports, and very safe for children. On this Family Adventure, we base ourselves at one location in Oludeniz, with day trips to explore the surrounding areas. We explore Dalyan Town with its mud baths, and the bustling Fethiye market. Another day trip takes us to Yakapark National Park and Saklikent River Valley, the second largest canyon in Europe. We include an Island Boat Tour, and a boat tour to Butterfly Valley, Camel Beach, Pirates Island and the Blue Cave. Along the way we have a free day giving you time to relax and enjoy Oludeniz – maybe trying out some of the optional water sports, or just soaking up the sun and enjoying the beach.

Oludeniz - Yakapark National Park and Saklikent River Valley. 

At 8.15am you will be met at the hotel for the drive to Tlos Ancient City. The drive takes around 1hr 30 min. On arrival we will have photo break for the ancient city of Tlos. Then we will continue the day with Yakapark which is one of the best natural wonders of the Fethiye region. You can spend a relaxing time sitting on floor cushions placed on the stone seats, which surround the wooden shelter over the mill. You can listen to the sound of flowing water as you chat and sip on a cool drink.

In Tlos Yakapark a variety of local food is served, including pancakes and special thin bread.

After lunch we will proceed to Saklikent, which is situated near to the Tauros mountains, between Fethiye and Kas. Situated east of Esençay Valley, Saklikent has only been discovered recently. Villagers living in this region discovered Saklikent about 20 years ago. Saklikent Gorge ("Hidden Valley") is the longest and deepest gorge in Turkey - 18 km's long and so steep and narrow that the sun does not penetrate the water, leaving it deliciously icy-cold in the summer. Once inside, water-sculpted limestone canyon walls soar above you. Saklikent is a Canyon which is unbelievably beautiful and mystical.

You can walk one kilometre through water to reach Saklikent. Be sure to bring submersible shoes as you will sometimes be walking in shallow water or mud. Plastic shoes can also be rented at the River Bar. However, after a while the water becomes deep, and it is here that the caves start. You can see the sky occasionally. You can feel yourself on a different planet among the high rocks. You don't feel the Mediterranean's heat in this Canyon. In total 16 caves have been discovered among the rocks. Here prehistoric men encountered this place and used it as a shelter.

After the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel. (B,L,D)

Oludeniz - Dalyan Town. 

At 8.15am you will be met at the hotel for the drive to Dalyan which is about 1 hr 15 min.

Dalyan is a small town on the south-western coast of Turkey. It is set in the centre of a broad delta whose natural beauty remains unspoilt. Dalyan is established in an environmentally protected area. This is one of the few surviving places of paradise, an area of natural beauty.

Set inland on the banks of the Dalyan River, the village of Dalyan is a peaceful holiday backwater unspoilt by mass tourism. The romance of the place is heightened each morning as a fleet of gaily-painted boats chug off down the river carrying holidaymakers to the glorious sandy beaches at the mouth of the river delta.

Starting from Dalyan Harbour the voyage takes us to the mud baths. The mud baths include minerals and elements and are believed to be useful for curing the skin.

Then we continue the day with Köyceiz Lake, where you can swim. Afterwards we will go to a restaurant for lunch.

After lunch we proceed to Dalyan Turtle Beach and on the way you can take a photo of rock-tombs. The bay is one of the most important stops of the Blue Cruise, with its large sandy beaches and clear sea.

After the tour you will transferred back to your hotel.  (B,L,D)

Oludeniz - Kayakoy Old Greek Village.  

At 9am you will be met your hotel for the 45 min. drive to Fethiye Market. You will find many gifts at very reasonable prices. You will enjoy the excitement of "bargaining". Do not worry, many people speak English. Do not be embarrassed, as "bargaining" is important in Turkish culture, so just have fun. You will know how much to offer, and where to stop! "Bargaining" is a good means of communication with local people. You can have a chat about anything, as that is a part of your holiday in an environment not yet commercialized.

Later we will have lunch in Kayakoy (Ghost town). Anatolian Greeks lived here until 1922 when the Exchange of Turkish in Trance with Anatolian Grek took place.The Greeks called the town Levissi, but the name was changed to Kayaköy in 1922. The old town was abandoned and no new residents moved into the existing houses. It remains today on empty shell, a "Ghost Town".

After the tour you will transfer back to your hotel.  (B,L,D)

Oludeniz.  The tour ends after breakfast.

A transfer to Dalaman Airport is included, so please ensure that you have provided us with your flight details in advance to enable us to make the necessary arrangements.

Travel insurance is compulsory for all tours. All clients MUST be insured to cover personal accident, medical expenses, cancellation, curtailment and repatriation. If you have not already arranged your insurance Kumuka can do this for you.Please call us on the Kumuka freephone number 0800 068 8855 (UK only), or on 1300 667 277 in Australia for further information. No client will be allowed on tours without suitable insurance. At the start of your tour you will be asked to present your original policy document and complete an insurance information form. We recommend that you have a photocopy of this document, which you keep separate from the original. It is very important that your insurance policy is relevant to the Kumuka style of travel. Also, be aware that many of the optional activities such as bungy jumping or water rafting may not be covered on your policy. If you plan on doing any of these activities please purchase additional insurance.

It is important that you obtain the appropriate visas before you embark on your Europe trip. Country entry regulations change daily, www.kumuka.com provides visa information. Please consult your relevant embassy for all details such as opening hours or costs. Visas cannot be obtained once you have started your tour, and during the peak summer months it can take longer than normal to get visas, please allow extra time to do this.

EACH CLIENT IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING ALL NECESSARY VISAS BEFORE JOINING A TOUR.

For information see www.kumuka.com.

You might like to read up on the destinations that you are about to visit as these cities all have interesting sites and histories. We recommend a variety of guidebooks such as Lonely Planet, The Rough Guide and Insight Guides. All these publications have good general information as well as more specific country information that will help orientate you in the countries you visit.

Be aware that revealing bare flesh can cause offence. Covering shoulders, arms and legs can save you a lot of hassle. This is true for men as well as women. Similarly we advise against tight or revealing clothing. Generally on beaches you can wear what you like and in larger cities attitudes towards dress are more relaxed. Be sure to exercise a conservative approach in smaller more remote areas.

Please use your discretion and be sensitive to cultural differences in the countries that you visit, in particular visits to religious buildings and when taking photographs. Your Tour Leader will advise you of any specific customs to observe.

We suggest that you take into account the time of year you will be travelling, and pack accordingly to the season. Quick drying clothes are recommended, and at many hotels there are laundry facilities. Your tour guide will advise where this is possible.

Generally conditions in summer will be warm and dry however do account for long sleeves and long trousers in religious or more remote areas. In winter Turkey can be very cold. You may also find a hat, gloves and thermals useful if you feel the cold!

Personal Effects:

Camera & film, Spare passport photos, Water bottle, Money belt, Sewing kit, Sunhat/ Sunglasses, Music cassettes/CDs, Books, Wet Ones, Soap to wash clothes, Writing materials, Swiss Army knife, Calculator, Personal toiletries, including tampons, Contraceptives, Insect Repellent, Sunscreen.

Turkish is the official language although English is widely spoken as a second language in the larger towns. English will be widely spoken in the major tourist attractions of the main cities. Take the time before your trip to read up on the country you will be visiting and perhaps learn a few words of the language. Your effort will always be welcomed and will make your trip all the more enjoyable.

Vegetarians or those with special dietary needs can also be catered for however in some countries the type of food may be limited. Please let the Reservations team know your special requirements as soon as possible so we can do all possible to assist your needs.

All our tours begin with a pre-departure meeting when you meet your tour guide and fellow travellers. If you wish to spend a few additional days in your start city before the departure of your tour, then we can arrange accommodation for you. 

If you would like to stay additional nights after the tour ends, we will be more than happy to arrange this for you as well. All our accommodation is carefully chosen, conveniently located, clean and comfortable. (All rates per person per night and subject to availability).

Please be aware that accommodation availability can fill very quickly especially during high season and recommend that you book this as soon as possible. It may NOT be possible to confirm any pre tour accommodation made 2 weeks or less prior to your arrival.

Whilst on tour you will probably want to stay in touch with family and friends. There are several ways of doing this:

Mobile Phone – Before departing your home country check with your phone supplier to see if it compatible with the mobile phone networks in the countries that you are traveling to, and how much will it cost to use abroad.

Email – Internet Cafes are very cheap and popular, and you are sure to come across several during your tour. If you haven’t done so already, set up a free Google Mail, Hotmail, or Yahoo email account which you can then access from any computer. Internet Cafes will charge a nominal fee for using their computers.

Twitter – A method of communication that is rapidly gaining in popularity on the Internet especially amongst travelers. Twitter allows you to send short messages and update your friends and family with where you are on tour and what you are doing. Create your free account at http://twitter.com. Visit Kumuka’s page on Twitter at http://twitter.com/kumuka

Facebook – Very popular website that allows you to upload stories, get in touch with fellow travellers before and after your Kumuka tour, upload photos and videos to share with other travellers, your family and friends. To create a free account, go to www.facebook.com and then become a fan of Kumuka’s Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/Kumuka-Worldwide/26617121087?ref=ts

Postcards – The good ol’ fashioned postcard. But you will probably get home before the postcard does!

KUMUKA WORLDWIDE

UK OFFICE

40 Earls Court Road, London W8 6EJ
Tel: 020 7937 8855 Fax: 020 7937 6664
Email: sales@kumuka.com
www.kumuka.com

AUSTRALIAN OFFICE