Fethiye

Fethiye, the ancient Telmessos of Lycia, is the main town & port in the area. It is one of the unique Turkish resorts enjoying a naturally beautiful location surrounded by mountains with a typically Mediterranean feel. The Fethiye Bay is a very popular spot for yachting holidays in and around the 12 Islands. Paspatur, the old town, is well worth a visit with its nice little shops and narrow streets for pedestrians only. Taking a walk along the sea side promenade and enjoying the sight of wooden gullets and fishing boats whilst having a drink is always a nice memory to take back home

Ölüdeniz

Only 10 minutes dolmus ride away from Hisarönü & Ovacık and 25 minutes from Çalış stands a stunningly beautiful Ölüdeniz Lagoon offering crystal clear turquoise waters and a long sand-and-pebble beach, Belcekız Beach. There are small shops, restaurants, bars and cafes alongside the beach.

Water & fun sports such as paragliding, parasailing and microlight flights are on offer for those who like to be more active. Daily boat tours to Gemiler Island and the interesting Butterfly Valley start from the Belcekız Beach. The national park of Ölüdeniz Lagoon & Beach, has been the main driving force behind the development of tourism in the Fethiye region. Most of the nature remains intact due to the environment protection laws and plans. Please ask your rep for daily free shuttle bus to private beach at Ölüdeniz.

Çalıs

The resort of Calıs is small and friendly with an excellent range of bars and restaurants. The beach stretches for several kilometers and ideal for sun-worshippers and family holidays. Calıs Beach is the nearest beach to Fethiye with stunning views and famous for its sunset. Calıs is well known for its water sports including windsurfing, waterskiing and scuba diving available at the beach, and a specialist surf school. A colourful market is held here every Sunday and is well worth a visit

Ovacık

Next to Hisaronu is the rural mountain village of Ovacik. Like its neighbour, Ovacik benefits from the refreshing breeze and slightly cooler & refreshing climate than Fethiye town and is a peaceful & relaxing spot with a pretty collection of small hotels, apartments & villas plus a sprinkling of restaurants, bars & shops. The view across the valley is breathtaking, as are the sunsets. A twenty minute stroll or five minute dolmus ride will take you to Hisaronu.

Hisarönü

Hisarönü is one of Turkeys top holiday destinations and is classed as the more cosmopolitan and colourful resorts of the area. The lively town is surrounded by breathtaking beauty, with stunning mountain backdrops & pine clad forests. The place turns into the major entertainment centre of the area with the sound of music and crowds, coming from bars and specialty restaurants on the main street. And the night life goes on in Hisarönü until sunrise. Monday is traditionally market day with lots of leather & textile bargains and a wonderful array of fresh fruit and vegetables but be prepared to barter, its great fun and its expected, so don’t be shy or embarrassed. Hisarönü is within a short dolmus journey of the beach at Ölüdeniz, Fethiye and the ghost town Kayaköy. Or you can use the shuttle bus service to private beaches in Ölüdeniz, please call your representative for further details.

Kayaköy – Ghost Town

Once a Greek village, Kaya (or Kayaköy) today consists of a valley with some carefully restored Greek stone houses, natural pathways, typical teahouses, restaurants and lots of nature. The unique atmosphere here catches the visitor instantly especially with the sight of the former Greek town Levissi leaning and rising alongside a hill. A stroll before the sunset inside the tiny streets of Levissi and around the once existing houses, churches and village shops takes one back in time and is a wonderful experience.

Göcek

Set at the deepest point of the gulf of Fethiye, Göcek nestles at the foot of the pine clad mountains looking out over the 12 islands of the bay. It has long been a desirable destination for yachtsmen, as well as a favourite stopover for jet setters & celebrities alike. One of the pleasures of a visit here is a stroll around the marina to admire the array of boats of all shapes and sizes moored here. The waterfront is lined with cafes, bars & restaurants where you can sit and enjoy the view, the ambience is relaxed & unspoilt with services designed on quality not quantity. The streets and pretty market square behind the harbour are lined with little shops selling antiques & crafts.

Islands

Along the south-western coast of Turkey lie 12 Islands hidden in the scenic Fethiye Bay. Mediterranean pine forests and great Taurus Mountains reach down and touch the turquoise of the crystal clear blue waters in hundreds of secluded coves. For our guests to enjoy the scenery and appreciate nature at its best, we offer and recommend our hotel’s traditional and popular Montana Boat Trip since 1994, a great day out to discover the 12 Islands.

Saklıkent & Tlos

Tlos lies on the east side of the Xanthos Valley, about 28kms from Fethiye and is dominated by its acropolis, complete with Roman amphitheater. This rocky outcrop slopes up from a plateau with a charming village, and ends in almost perpendicular cliffs. On its slope are several Lycian sarcophagi and many tombs cut into the face of the hill. A short ride away is Saklıkent, one of the largest and most spectacular gorges in Europe.

Üzümlü

The pretty village of Üzümlü with its antique treasure Cadianda is a sampling of the local life for sightseeing near Fethiye.

Lycian Way

The recently popular trekking route of almost 500 km.along the south-western coast of Turkey between Fethiye and Antalya. At one end of this route lies the official sign board of the Lycian Way’s starting point, only a few steps to our hotel, Montana Pine Resort. For more information on the Lycian Way: www.lycianway.com

Patara

Patara was the major naval and trading port of Lycia, located at the mouth of the Xanthos River, until it silted up and turned into a malaria-plagued marsh. It is not far from the sites of Letoon and Xanthos and a day trip from Kalkan, Kaş or Fethiye could easily combine the sites. Beautiful 12 km-long Patara Beach, voted one of the top beaches in the world by Times Online - Best of 2005, is an easy 10-15 minute stroll away from the major ruins at Patara. The Patara area is a national park, a key biodiversity area and is rich in birdlife.

Kalkan

The historic town of Kalkan is an enchanting place and one of the most beautiful locations along Turkey's gorgeous Lycian Coast. With the absence of mass tourism, Kalkan remains a charming and unspoiled haven of lush nature, brilliant blue crystal-clear sea, historic architecture, ancient history and warm traditional Turkish hospitality.

Kas

Kas once an unspoiled fishing village, is now a relatively unspoiled tourist town on the southern bulge of Turkey's Mediterranean coast two hours' drive southeast of Fethiye

Dalyan

Dalyan is situated on a broad delta of unspoilt natural beauty, surrounded by wetlands, green fields and spectacular mountain ranges. Every day in summer, boats leave the quayside to cruise to the hot springs and mud baths, passing through the reed beds of the Dalyan Delta where scenes from the film ‘African Queen’ were shot; and by the ruins of Kaunos with its Lycian tombs etched into the rock face. After a relaxing lunch at a riverside restaurant it’s on to İztuzu beach (known locally as Turtle Beach). With its fine crystalline sand, shallow turquoise sea and abundant sunshine, İztuzu beach provides a perfect backdrop for swimming and relaxing.

Mount Babadag

Turkey is one of the worlds leading resorts for paragliding; fly with an experienced pilot tandem along the beautiful southern cost of Turkey. Starting from the 6000ft Babadag Mountain you will fly for 30-40 minutes over breathtaking views before landing on Ölüdeniz Beach.

Blue Cruise

If you like taking things easy, this tranquil cruise around Fethiye Bay is just the thing! Guests are encouraged to relax on deck while the crew takes the strain, guiding the boat gently across the sea and dropping anchor at several points in the day, to provide a perfect opportunity for an impromptu swim. On board, a delicious barbecue lunch will be prepared for you to enjoy at a leisurely pace, with superbly- prepared chicken or fish and accompanying salads included in your ticket price. Drinks and snacks are also available to purchase throughout the course of the cruise. The views around the twelve islands in Fethiye Bay are stunning and are best appreciated on a cruise such as this, where the constantly changing perspective offers dozens of photo-opportunities, including close-ups of the glamorous private yachts and gulets that travel from distant shores to visit this scenic spot.