Strike gold in Altinkum

With more than 300 sunny days, you can enjoy the golden sands of Altinkum’s beaches for many months of the year. Lie down and feel the warmth of the sun on your face and body while you read a good book or take a cooling dip in the clean, clear water. Sounds like bliss.

As well as its magnificent golden beaches you can’t ignore the ancient world, as Altinkum is also ideally placed for visiting some incredible places like the Temple of Apollo at Didyam or the awe inspiring ruins at Ephasus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

Alternatively stay at home and treat yourself to a great meal at one of the many waterfront bars or restaurants, where the menus are excellent value for money.

Reasons to choose Altinkum

Reason One: It’s a warm, friendly place where it’s possible to completely relax away from the usual stresses of life
Reason Two: You’ll love the feel of warm sand between your toes on Altinkum’s Blue Flag beach. On hot days there’s nothing nicer than a cooling dip in its clear, shallow waters with small undercurrents, so it’s very safe for bathing.
Reason Three: Everything you need is here; you can shop until you drop, enjoy a quiet meal out or go clubbing until the sun rises
Reason Four: The low cost of living here means you get so much more for your money
Reason Five: Masa can help you find a property in just the right location, whether it’s close to the best beaches, in a lovely rural setting or within short distance of some great bars and nightclubs

Warm, friendly and forever interesting

The local people in Altinkum are wonderfully warm and friendly, often going out of their way to make you feel at home in this beautiful place, of which they’re naturally very proud. They can tell you where to find the most beautiful isolated coves, the best meze and how to haggle for a good price at the weekly market.

They’ll also tell you about the history of this area and which of the many ancient sites are worth visiting. For starters we’d definitely recommend a trip to Ephasus where you’ll see some breathtaking ruins and also to Priene to see stunning temples and the grand amphitheatre.

Day and night treats

If you love a bargain, Altinkum has more than enough shops and market stalls to keep you happy. You can buy all kinds of clothes, jewellery, leather goods, carpets and colourful ceramics at prices that are usually much lower than in the UK.

And when the sun goes down, Altinkum’s bars and nightclubs come to life in the harbour and Dolphin Square. And if clubbing is not for you, just relax over a good meal or a few drinks, simply soaking up the atmosphere.

Things to do, in and around Altinkum:

Take a boat trip to the enchanting island of Samos where you can enjoy a glass or two of its renowned sweet wine
Spend an evening listening to traditional Turkish music and watch an exotic belly dance performance
Watch or take part in one of the many water sports available at Altinkum’s main beach
Take a photo of the snake adorned head of Medusa at the Temple of Apollo in Didyam and stay for the sunset when the red sky against the stone columns is too beautiful to miss

Go for a walk around beautiful Bafa Lake with its magnificent mountain backdrop

Quick Fact: Altinkum lives up to its name - “Golden Sand”

Quick Tip: To propose a toast in Turkey, say “Serefe” (sharafa) which means “Cheers” or “To honor”