Dalyan Classic Boat Day Tour from Dalyan – Mud Baths, Kaunos & Turtle Beach

Dalyan Classic Day Tour – River Cruise, Lycian Rock Tombs, Turtle Beach and Mud Baths

This Dalyan classic daily tour from Dalyan packs the best of the river delta into one boat day: the Lycian rock tombs of Kaunos, the reed-fringed channels, Iztuzu Turtle Beach, the famous mud baths and a freshwater swim in Koycegiz Lake. It is the most complete way to discover the area on a single day trip, mixing history, nature and plenty of time in the water.

• Lycian Rock Tombs cut into the cliff face overlooking the river
• Dalyan Delta cruise, with optional fresh blue crab tasting
• Iztuzu Beach, a protected loggerhead turtle nesting site, with a two-hour stop
• Riverside lunch with Turkish starters and a choice of main course
• Dalyan Mud Baths and sulphur hot springs
• Swim in Lake Koycegiz and an optional late-afternoon visit to Kaunos

The temple-fronted rock tombs above the Dalyan River were cut into the cliff face by the people of ancient Kaunos, a harbour city on the border of Caria and Lycia, to honour their rulers and nobles. Nearby, the ruins of Kaunos itself include a Roman theatre, city walls, baths and an agora. Downstream, the river meets the sea at Iztuzu Beach, a long sandy barrier where loggerhead turtles (Caretta caretta) nest every summer; from the boat you may even spot one in the delta.

The mud baths are fed by warm mineral springs: you cover yourself in mud, let it dry, then rinse off in the thermal pool before a refreshing dip in the fresh water of Lake Koycegiz. The tour runs seasonally, usually from April to October, and is suitable for guests aged 11 and over. Wear a swimsuit, bring a towel, sunscreen, a hat and water.

As a daily excursion it suits families, couples and solo travellers looking for a full Dalyan day trip.