Incekum Holidays
Incekum Holidays – Ideal for a peaceful beach break
A small, sleepy town on Turkey’s southern Turquoise Coast, Incekum is a great choice for couples looking for a truly laid-back break, or families with small children. Holidays here revolve firmly around the beach – regarded as one of the best on the south coast. Think soft golden sand stretching off long into the distance and crystal clear aquamarine waters. The beach curves into a sheltered bay and shelves gently into the sea, creating an ideal safe environment for paddling little ones. The town itself consists of a handful of tavernas and restaurants focused around the small commercial centre known as Avsallar Village, as well as a smattering of souvenir shops. A world away from the frenetic pace of larger resorts such as Antalya in the west; you won’t find blaring discos or neon strip lighting here.
The majority of hotels at the resort are well-equipped 3 and 4-star hotels, many of them all-inclusive orientated. Those looking for a livelier night out could visit the vibrant town of Alanya around 15 miles away and easily accessible by taxi. Popular activities around Incekum include walking the coastal paths nearby, boat trips, excursions to historical sites such as the ancient Amphitheatre at Aspendos and watersports including parasailing and windsurfing.
When to go
For beach holidays, the best weather in Incekum will be seen in the peak summer months of June-August. This will also be when the resort is at its busiest and most expensive, however. Those looking to take part in activities such as walking, horse-riding and cycling would do better to travel in either March-May or late-September-October, when the weather is cooler and such activities are for more comfortable.
If you visit the resort in September/October, you may get to see the Alanya Jazz Days Festival held at nearby Alanya, while May-June sees the Alanya Tourism and Art Festival with traditional folk music, dancing and plenty of delicious Turkish food.
The weather in Incekum
As a rule, Incekum holidays will see slightly lower temperatures than those further west in resorts such as Lara and Belek. This can actually be a blessing, especially in the peak summer season. The spring months of April-May see average temperatures of 21-25C, with 8-10 hours of sunshine per day. The summer months between June-August heat up to 29-32C, with around 12-13 hours of sunshine a day. September starts of equally hot at around 30C, before cooling off for the beginning of autumn in late September-October to 26-30C. November-March is considered the winter season, with an increased chance of rainfall and temperatures ranging from 16-21C.
Getting the best deal
You will find some fantastic bargains and lower prices if you visit Incekum during the ‘off-peak’ months of March-May or late September-October. June-August is the peak season and will see the highest prices. Try to avoid the notoriously expensive school holidays periods of Easter and half term if you can. Booking as early as possible often means you get better prices, as the lowest priced rooms in the most popular hotels tend to sell out fast. Alternatively however, if you are willing to wait till the last minute you can get some cut-price bargains on cancellation holidays.
All-inclusive holidays in Incekum are a good way of saving some money; many of the hotels in the resort cater predominately for all-inclusive guests. Opting for this board option means the majority of your holiday spending is already accounted for, leaving you with little else to pay for while you’re away. Find the best prices we have to offer by looking at the deals below or alternatively by visiting our late deals offers here.
Airport and transport need to know
Holidaymakers on their way to Incekum will fly into the Antalya International Airport (AYT). This is a spacious, clean and modern hub, with three terminals; T1 & T2 are for international flights, T3 is for domestic. You’ll find a huge range of shops selling everything from duty-free alcohol and tobacco to luxury clothing and watches. There are shops, bars and restaurants servicing the Arrivals, Departures and lounge areas. The main ones are open 24 hours. Cashpoints are found at Terminal 1 and currency exchange facilities are available at both international terminals.
It takes just over 4 hours to get to Antalya Airport from the UK. You can fly from a number of airports, including London Gatwick, Luton and Stansted, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Manchester and smaller regional hubs such as Bristol and Leeds Bradford.
Incekum is around 105km away from Antalya Airport, and it takes just under 2 hours to reach there by road. You can take a taxi from the outside the Arrivals hall at the international terminals. There will be a queue fort taxis and a large sign showing the prices to the various destinations. A taxi to Incekum will cost around €80. You can pre-book taxis in advance through Antalya Airport Taxis.
It may well be worth hiring a car private car for the duration of your holiday, to be picked up at the airport. This can be arranged through a number of reputable companies at relatively reasonable rates of between €25-40 for a day, depending on the type and size of car. Argus Car Hire are one such company. Speed limits are around the same as in the UK, you must be 21 to drive and you should drive on the right.
There are no public buses that run to Incekum from the airport.
The best beaches in Incekum
The beaches along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast are simply stunning. Many are of fine golden sand, but some may also be of pebbles. All are in pristine condition, with the majority having been awarded the EU Blue Flag for cleanliness. Often they tend to be small coves, backed by pine forests, with warm, shallow waters.
Incekum beach
Incekum beach is typical of the beaches found along this part of the coast. It has warm, crystal clear waters that remain shallow for many metres and soft golden sand. For this reason, it is a great beach for those with children. You’ll find sunbeds and parasols here, as well as a range of watersports including windsurfing and parasailing.
Cleopatra beach
Supposedly given as a gift by Mark Anthony to Queen Cleopatra, after whom the beach is named, Cleopatra beach is a long, golden sandy beach located to the west of the headland that divides Alanya. This beach is around 15 miles from Incekum and easily accessible by taxi or dolmus. Another good choice for those with children, the sand is fine and the water shallow, with no rocks. There’s a lifeguard here, as well as sunbeds, parasols, and watersports as well as beach bars and cafes.
Keykubat beach
Also located in front of Alanya is the popular Keykubat beach. This one is situated on the eastern side of Alanya’s dividing headland. It is a large, curved bay that is popular with both tourists and locals. The beach has sunbeds, parasols and lifeguards, as well as plenty of beach bars and shops in the near vicinity. There are also a variety of watersports on offer here, from jet skis to banana boats.
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