Kalkan, described as Turkeys best kept secret, is a small,
sophisticated resort set on the Turkish Mediterranean Riviera. The
town nestles on the foot of the Taurus mountains and was once a
small fishing village, it is now a charming holiday resort
consisting of cobbled streets, housing interesting shops selling
jewellery, carpets and local goods. One can enjoy bartering with the
shopkeepers and their hospitality offering of apple tea.

Kalkan is one of the most unspoilt resorts on the Mediterranean
coast.
Retaining the charm and character of a Turkish fishing village, with
winding cobbled streets, lined with local craft, antique and clothes
shops.

There is an air of relaxed sophistication reflected in the
hospitality, fabulous harbour side and rooftop restaurants offering
the highest quality traditional cuisine, which is sure to delight
even the most discerning palette.

Kalkan comes alive at night, you can set your own pace - stroll
through the bustling colourful streets, listen to the music in the
bars, sample some of the finest food at the harbour side restaurants
or those with roof top terraces offering views of Kalkans wonderful
illuminated nightlife.

Enjoy a beer at the bars on the picturesque harbour, admire the
gullets, the fishing and sailing boats, or hire for the day your
privately skippered boat and be taken to the coves for a swim in the
turquoise sea, sunbathe, enjoy the food, all at unbelievable value.

Visit the small pebbled beach close by the harbour or the local
beach clubs and enjoy the water sports available, such as
snorkeling, scuba diving and wind surfing.

A Sunday Times article likened visitors to Kalkan to those attracted
to Tuscany and the Dordogne, we agree entirely, Kalkan is for the
discerning holiday maker.

Hire a car or join a local excursion to visit one of the many
historical ancient sites such as Patara, Xanthos, Tios, a trip to
the Taurus mountains or the amazing Saklikent Gorge.

Enjoy mountain walks, climbing, trekking, caving and parascending,
have a relaxing Turkish bath or massage to ease away the aches and
pains.

Transport
A car is not necessary.
We recommend and can arrange transfer from Dalaman or Antalya
airports direct to the villa by air conditioned vehicle as follows :
Dalaman Car 1/3 people £60 Minibus 4/6 £70 Minibus 7/12 £85 (each
way).
Antalya Car 1/3 people £100 Minibus 4/6 £110 Minibus 7/12 £120 (each
way).


Taxis are cheap and readily available to and from the villa. Hire a
car locally, from £23 a day. Dolmus buses operate between Kalkan and
local beaches and towns. Local excursions are available to many
interesting and historic sites.