KALKAN

The historic town of Kalkan is an enchanting place and enjoys the most beautiful of locations along Turkeys gorgeous Lycian Coast.  With the absence of mass tourism, Kalkan remains a charming, unspoilt haven with crystal clear sea, historic architecture, ancient history and warm Turkish hositality.

Kalkan is a lovely town to explore with its traditional old buidings, its cobbled streets, its small individual shops, its cafes and restaurants. In Kalkan you never go hungry as there are many Rooftop Terrace Restaurants or fine dining around the Marina.

There is a weekly Market on a Thursday with a huge variety of Turkish Fruit and Vegetables as well as Spices, Turkish Souveniers and Clothes.

There are now quite a few small Supermarkets in town for all your daily requirements.

Money exchange is not a problem as there a number of Banks who will help with exchanging currency.

There is a small Beach and a wonderful Marina where is is easy to charter a Private Boat or join an organised Boat Tour.

 Activities in Kalkan 

   One of the many Rooftop Terrace Restaurants                                                           Kalkan Beach

If you are staying for a while and fancy doing something different here is an idea of the activities and trips that can easily be organised locally during your stay.

Day trip to Saklikent Gorge, Xanthos and Patara

Myra & Kekova on the glass bottom boat

Kalkan daily boat trips

Patara and Kaputas beach

Mud baths

Traditional Carpet Weavers Cooperative

Fishing trips

Moonlight Cruise

Canoeing, White Water Rafting, Horse Riding, Sea Kayaking, Scuba certification and diving (including wall and wreck dives), and traditional Turkish Bath

Kalkan is perfect for Walkers (on the Lycian Way), Nature Lovers, Historians, the Adventurous or those who want to take a slow pace, enjoy the sun, sea and relax and embrace the wonderful Turkish hospitality.

The Beach and Ruins at Patara

Enjoy the Restaurants around the Marina and book a Boat Trip or Moonlight Cruise