4 days in Turkish Aegean Coast Itinerary

Famous for its big lagoon, Oludeniz acts like a magnet for mass tourism, featuring some of the most photographed beaches on the Mediterranean.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Thu): look for gifts at Can BaharatcIlIk Cihan Zor, explore the striking landscape of Saklikent Milli Parki, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Oludeniz. On your second day here, kick back and relax at Oludeniz PlajI and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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Istanbul to Oludeniz is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. When traveling from Istanbul in November, plan for a bit warmer days in Oludeniz, with highs around 25°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to drive to Marmaris.

One of Turkey's major port towns and tourist resorts, Marmaris sits on the stretch of the Mediterranean coastline popularly known as the "Turkish Riviera." Nestled between verdant mountain ranges and the sea, Marmaris draws sailors and divers from around the globe, its marinas packed with private yachts and tour boats.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sat): hunt for treasures at Marmaris Thursday Market, cool off at Marmaris Atlantis Waterpark, and then take in the waterfront activity at Marmaris Marina.

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You can drive from Oludeniz to Marmaris in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In November, daytime highs in Marmaris are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can go by car to Selcuk.

An ideal base camp for exploring the Aegean coastline, Selcuk draws big tourist crowds due to its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House) and then explore the ancient world of Ancient City of Ephesus.

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Traveling by car from Marmaris to Selcuk takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Marmaris in November, with highs in Selcuk at 22°C and lows at 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.