Turquoise Coast road with crystal-clear water and a gulet boat

10-Day Turkey Coast Itinerary: Beaches, Sailing & Seaside Towns

10-Day Turkey Coast Itinerary: Beaches, Sailing & Seaside Towns

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Skip inland ruins, maximize beach time. Istanbul (2 days), fly to Antalya, then 7 days driving the Turquoise Coast: Antalya → Olympos → Kaş → Kalkan → Patara → Ölüdeniz → Fethiye. Rent a car and take it slow.

Best for most travelers: Best June–September. Rent a car in Antalya. Drive the coastal road, stopping at every beautiful beach. End in Fethiye for paragliding.

Route

DaysLocationHighlights
1–2IstanbulHighlights, hamam, Bosphorus
3AntalyaFly, Kaleiçi old town
4Olympos/ÇıralıRuins, beach, Chimera flames
5KaşKekova sunken city boat trip
6Kalkan/PataraTurkey's longest beach
7Kaputaş BeachTurkey's most photographed beach
8–9Ölüdeniz/FethiyeBlue Lagoon, paragliding, 12 Islands
10Fethiye/DepartMorning swim, fly from Dalaman

Why This Route

The Turquoise Coast between Antalya and Fethiye is one of the most beautiful coastal drives in the Mediterranean. Each stop has a distinct character — from the bohemian ruins of Olympos to the chic harbor of Kaş to the famous Blue Lagoon of Ölüdeniz.

What You'll Need

  • Rental car from Antalya Airport (return at Dalaman or Fethiye)
  • Swimsuit, snorkeling gear, sunscreen — you'll live in these
  • Flexible accommodation — Book the first and last nights; wing the middle

Frequently Asked Questions

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