Related guides Welcome to the Turquoise Coast on Turkey’s Aegean coast! Renting a car from trusted providers like Dalyan Star Car Rent, Dalaman Car Hire, Caretta Car Rental, or TUSCO/Dalyan Car Rental is the most flexible way to explore the hidden coves, ancient ruins, and stunning viewpoints of Dalyan and the wider Muğla Province. Driving in Turkey requires adapting to several key rules mandated by the Turkish Traffic Law (Karayolları Trafik Kanunu, KTK Law No. 2918). UK drivers must especially note the change in driving side and other legal requirements to avoid fines or insurance issues. Drive on the RIGHT: Turkish law requires driving on the right-hand side of the road and overtaking on the left. Roundabouts flow anti-clockwise, opposite to the UK. Speed Limits: Unless otherwise signposted, the national speed limits are: 50 km/h in built-up areas, including towns, villages, and sections of the D400 highway. 90 km/h on two-lane rural roads. 120 km/h on motorways (otoyol). Zero Alcohol Tolerance: Turkey enforces a 0.0% blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers of hire cars. Any alcohol detected voids your insurance, including Kasko Sigortası and CDW (Collision Damage Waiver), and leads to criminal proceedings. Seatbelts are Mandatory: All passengers, front and rear, must wear seatbelts at all times. Mobile Phone Use: Handheld mobile phone use while driving is illegal. Only hands-free systems are allowed. TEDES speed cameras and Trafik Polisi (traffic police) regularly enforce this with on-the-spot fines. Using the Horn: Unlike in the UK, honking is not considered aggressive but is legally required when overtaking or approaching blind curves on narrow rural and mountain roads. Child Seats: Turkish law mandates child safety seats for children under 150cm in height or 36kg in weight. Rental companies such as Oscar Rent a Car and Brothers Rent a Car provide these on request. Non-compliance with these rules can lead to fines, insurance voidance, or legal action under KTK Law 2918. Understanding Turkish car rental insurance terminology and coverage is essential to avoid unexpected costs on Dalyan’s rural and mountain roads. Rental companies like Europcar and Hey Dalyan include compulsory insurance but differ on optional coverages. Standard Kasko insurance excludes damage to tires, glass, and the undercarriage—common on gravel tracks to Iztuzu Beach and mountain roads near Gökbel. Adding Super CDW (SCDW) or FDW (Full Damage Waiver) coverage removes your financial liability and excess. Confirm your rental includes preauthorisation on your credit card for the insurance excess amount; this hold is released after safe vehicle return. The Muğla Province employs the TEDES (Trafik Elektronik Denetleme Sistemi) automated camera system extensively to enforce traffic laws. Camera Locations: TEDES cameras are prominently signposted along the D400 highway and the road between Ortaca district and Dalyan. They monitor speed and mobile phone use, especially near town entrances and exits. Police Checks: Trafik Polisi conduct regular roadside checks. Rental cars from companies like Caretta Car Rental and TUSCO/Dalyan Car Rental are easily identifiable by their number plates, and rules are strictly enforced on tourists. On-the-Spot Fines: Fines for speeding, mobile phone use, or seatbelt violations are issued immediately and must be paid on the spot. There is no option for later appeal. Local Accident Statistics: According to official data from KGM and TÜİK for Q1 2026, Muğla Province recorded 1,268 injury accidents and 7 fatalities, underscoring the need for defensive driving. Use the Kaza Tutanağı accident report app on your smartphone to digitally file reports for minor incidents, saving time and ensuring compliance. Road quality varies significantly in Muğla Province, so planning your route is essential. Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Dalyan (25km): A straightforward 30-minute drive on well-paved, flat roads with clear signage. Meet-and-greet services are available at Dalaman Airport arrivals halls in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 — see our airport pickup guide for details. Dalyan to Iztuzu Beach (12km): A scenic but challenging drive on a paved, narrow, and winding road climbing past Lake Sülüngür. Expect blind hairpin bends, no shoulders, and slow-moving dolmuş buses. Watch for wild tortoises crossing near Turtle Beach.