Fethiye Market & Kayaköy Ghost Town Tour – Shopping and History Combined
Explore Fethiye’s bustling local market and the hauntingly beautiful Kayaköy Ghost Town in one memorable day. Culture, shopping, history, and scenic views all included.
🧺 What Is This Tour?
This full-day excursion combines the lively atmosphere of Fethiye’s local market with a visit to the hauntingly beautiful Kayaköy Ghost Town. Held weekly (usually Tuesdays), the market allows you to browse local foods, spices, textiles, souvenirs and more, followed by a guided exploration of the abandoned Greek village of Kayaköy, filled with ruins of houses, churches, and fountains.
🛒 Why It’s Worthwhile
- Shop like a local: Fethiye’s market offers authentic textiles, spices, olive oil, souvenirs, leather goods, local produce, and seasonal fruits and vegetables at bargain prices. Bargaining is part of the fun!
- Cultural immersion: Kayaköy once housed thousands before its abandonment in 1923. Walking its silent streets evokes profound history and poignant architectural beauty.
- Scenic mix: See ancient Lycian tombs and panoramic views along the route, such as the rock-carved tomb of Amyntas near Fethiye.
📍 Typical Itinerary & Highlights
🕘 Morning: Fethiye Market
- Arrival around 10:00 AM for about 2–2.5 hours of shopping—browse hundreds of stalls for textiles, spices, handcrafted goods, and fresh produce.
- Great opportunity to pick up souvenirs and local treats—don’t forget to haggle!
🏞 Midday: Amyntas Tomb Photo Stop
- Brief stop near Fethiye town to admire and photograph the Amyntas Lycian rock tombs carved into the cliffs above the bay.
🏚️ Afternoon: Kayaköy Ghost Village
- Around 1 hour free time to walk among the deserted stone houses, churches, chapels, and fountains of Kayaköy, once known as Levissi.
- Learn from your guide about the history of Greek villagers who lived here before the 1923 population exchange.
🚐 Return
- Tour wraps up with drop-off at your hotel by mid to late afternoon (around 15:00–17:00 depending on pickup area).
💰 Price Guide & Booking Info
- Typical price range: £25–30 for adults; children often pay the same, infants under 3 may be free.
- Shared or private tours may adjust this slightly depending on group size and transport comfort.
- Included: transfers, guide, market visit, photo stops, Kayaköy visit.
- Not included: lunch, drinks, entry fee to Kayaköy ruins (approx. 130 TL).
👉 To check up-to-date pricing or to book your spot, please visit our travel agency website.
✅ What’s Included
- Round-trip shared transport from Fethiye, Ölüdeniz, Hisarönü, Çalış, or Ovacık
- English-speaking guide
- Time to explore the Fethiye market
- Visit to ancient tomb viewpoint and Kayaköy Ghost Village
- Basic insurance coverage
🎒 What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Sunglasses and camera
- Shopping bag or light backpack
- Some Turkish lira or card for purchases
- Water bottle or snacks (food not included)
💡 Pro Tips
- The market runs mainly on Tuesdays (vegetables only on Fridays); go early to avoid crowds.
- Bargaining is expected—start low and be friendly.
- Wear sturdy footwear—Kayaköy terrain is uneven and rocky.
- Morning tours are cooler and more comfortable in summer heat.
- Respect the quiet, open-air ruins and avoid entering fragile buildings.
🌍 Who Should Book This Tour?
- Culture lovers who enjoy market life and local traditions
- History enthusiasts interested in Kayaköy’s past and architecture
- Families and solo travelers seeking a structured, guided excursion
- Photography fans—perfect for capturing local life, scenic tombs, and dramatic ghost village ruins
🌅 Final Thoughts
The Fethiye Market Visit & Kayaköy Ghost Town Exploration offers a rich tapestry of experiences in one compact day: vibrant local culture, bargain shopping, ancient history, and hauntingly beautiful ruins. Whether you’re after souvenirs, stories, or scenery, this tour delivers a meaningful glimpse into Fethiye’s living past and timeless charm.
