Dalyan and Caunos Tours

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Shore Excursion: Dalyan River, Caunos Ancient City Rock- cut Tombs and Mud Bath
Duration: Approx. 7 hours
Standards: Private
Type: Cultural and Scenic
Food Beverage: Lunch, Small bottle of water
Shore Excursions Price: From $49

ITINERARY – Dalyan and Caunos Tours

Dalyan and Caunos are generally considered two of the most striking spots in this area. Arriving first at the tiny village of Dalyan by coach, you will board a motorboat that will take you down the river´s winding canals and through a maze of reeds on the Dalyan River delta. Cotton plantations and fields alternating with little islands covered in reed thickets will unroll before your eyes. During your journey down the river, you will see the famous temple-tombs of the ancient kings carved into the rocky cliffs before arriving in ancient Caunos. Here, you will walk up the bare hillside to the ruins of the ancient city where you will see the Roman theatre surrounded by other buildings and a Roman bath. In the 5th Century BC, Caunos was a thriving city with its own port. However, the silting of the ancient harbor ended the affluence of the city. After visiting the ancient city, the motorboat will take you back to Dalyan where you will enjoy lunch in a local seafood restaurant before taking. The hour and a half coach return journey to Marmaris.

SHOPPING – Dalyan and Caunos Tours

Your guide escorts you to a store around Marmaris, your rendezvous point after experiencing the marketplace. Take in a carpet-weaving demonstration or explore the Bazaar, where the shops are organized by the wares they sell. The narrow alleys are filled with shops offering jewelry, carpets, leather ware, copper goods and more. Bargaining is expected – and half the fun.

SPECIAL NOTES – Dalyan and Caunos Tours

Guests must be able to walk approximately 1 mile over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 – 50 steps. Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended. The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is limited. Expect dense crowding and congestion at the sites.