Transport
Gocek is a lovely place to visit for a few hours and not too far from Serigerme where we were staying and the tour was nice and short. We passed through Gocek a couple of years ago for a boat tour and said that we would return one day. We didn't go to the market (i've been to Turkish markets before) and instead visited the shops and had breakfast on the seafront whilst watching all the expensive yachts. Although the tour is in German the guide would tell us in English any important points.
Gocek is a typical coastal Turkish town known for its lively weekly market. After pick-up from your hotel, you'll set off on the scenic drive to Gocek while your guide sets the scene on what to expect. Once you arrive, they'll help you get your bearings, then it's time to immerse yourself in the market.
It's a bustling atmosphere, with friendly locals welcoming tourists and families to enjoy the stalls, but it's not overwhelming like some markets can feel. You'll spend the morning browsing stalls piled high with aromatic spices and a myriad of local wares, like ceramics, scarfs and jewellery.
There are plenty of stalls offering samples of their tasty treats, from fresh fruits to olives and cheese. Kids will be mesmerised by the vendors rolling out the dough and making gozleme – a Turkish savoury flatbread filled with a combo of cheese, meats, potatoes and spinach – make sure you grab a taste. . There's time to revel in the charm of this Turkish town and check out the palm-lined harbour before returning to base in the early afternoon.