After Sun Package

This is the kind of spa day that keeps paying off. The After Sun Package in Ölüdeniz is built around Turkish-bath heat, skin-smoothing scrubs, and a full-body honey treatment right before you fly home.

I love two things most: the classic Turkish bath step that starts with sauna heat and ends with a proper scrub-and-foam wash, and the long 50-minute aroma therapy massage that uses essential oils for a full reset. The treatments feel designed to soften skin and leave it looking fresh, not just “relaxing.”

One thing to consider: this is a hands-on, heat-and-scrub experience. If you’re sensitive to strong exfoliation or heavy body treatments, go in with clear comfort expectations and tell the staff what to adjust.

Key highlights to know before you book

  • Last-day timing for your tan: it’s meant for your final day so you leave with your glow intact.
  • Small group size: up to 8 travelers, so the pace feels calmer than big-spa churn.
  • Sauna + hammam routine: a heated marble Turkish bath with scrubbing and foam wash.
  • 50 minutes of aroma therapy massage: essential oils, with a healing/holistic focus.
  • Full-body honey mask: aimed at acne, marks, scars, spots, and blemishes.
  • Add-ons for the details: heel care (dead skin removal) plus a face clay mask.

After Sun Package in Fethiye: what you’re really paying for

In Fethiye and nearby Ölüdeniz, you can easily spend a holiday getting sun-kissed and then suddenly feel like your skin needs a reset. This package is designed for that moment. The big idea is simple: do spa treatments at the end of your trip to help your skin feel comfortable again and help maintain the look of your tan.

At $122.47 per person for about 1 hour 40 minutes, you’re paying for an all-in-one circuit: heat (sauna/hammam), scrub and wash, a long massage, then targeted face-and-body skincare. That’s the value—less bouncing around, more time in a single treatment flow.

Also, the pickup option is a real practical win. Spa days can be stressful if you have to fight transport right after the treatments start. Here, you’re starting and ending at the same base near Ölüdeniz’s Çarşı area (Ölüdeniz, Çarşı Cd. No:3).

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Entering Sanctuary Day Spa & Turkish Bath in Ölüdeniz

The experience starts at Ölüdeniz, Çarşı Cd. No:3, 48300 Fethiye/Muğla and ends back there. Many sessions include hotel pickup, and the venue is listed as near public transportation, so you’ve got backup options if needed.

Inside, the vibe is calm and practical. You’ll change in a locker room, then move through treatment spaces. Across multiple experiences, the welcome touches matter because they help you switch from vacation mode into “treat my body like it matters” mode—things like cold water and apple tea show up during breaks between steps.

One more detail I appreciate: the staff seem comfortable tailoring the feel of the massage. In one account I saw, the therapist asked about massage pressure and areas to avoid (useful if you’ve got a shoulder issue or you want a gentler approach on certain zones). You should absolutely speak up about comfort—this is your session.

Classical Turkish Bath: sauna heat, heated marble, scrub and foam wash (25 min)

This is the traditional backbone of the package, and it’s only about 25 minutes, which is good news if you don’t want a half-day hammam marathon.

Here’s what you should expect:

  • You begin with a sauna step to soften the skin.
  • Then you move to the Turkish bath area, where you lie on priorly heated marble.
  • A hammam master performs a scrub from top to toe using a bath glove. The point is dead-skin removal and a smoother surface.
  • After scrubbing, you’re covered with foam from soap and wash down from there.

Why this part is so useful for an after-sun plan: heat + scrubbing helps your skin shed and reset. If you’ve been outside all week, that matters. Sun can leave skin rougher or tighter than it feels at first, and a scrub-and-foam wash is one of the quickest ways to make skin feel “clean” again.

Possible drawback: if your skin is already irritated, scrubbing can feel intense. The best move is simple: tell them if you want gentler exfoliation, or if certain areas feel too sensitive after sun.

Aroma therapy massage: essential oils for a 50-minute reset

After the hammam stage, you get the 50-minute aroma therapy massage. This is where the day shifts from exfoliation and heat to comfort and bodywork.

The package description emphasizes essential oils with healing properties, and it notes that these oils come from plant parts such as fruits, leaves, twigs, stems, roots, leaves, barks. The real-world takeaway for you is that this massage is designed to leave you feeling good and smelling pleasant—not just “worked on.”

In practice, the best massages have two things: good communication and a steady rhythm. One experience included the therapist checking pressure preferences and any areas to avoid, including a shoulder concern. Even if that exact situation doesn’t apply to you, it’s smart to go in with your own boundaries:

  • If you prefer lighter pressure, say so.
  • If you’ve got any tender spots after sun, ask them to work around or reduce intensity there.

This is also a long enough massage that you should feel the difference afterward. A quick shoulder rub won’t do what a full 50 minutes can.

Full-body honey mask, heel care, and face clay mask

This is the “after sun” portion that goes beyond feeling relaxed. The full-body honey mask is meant to address skin issues like acne and to help with marks, scars, spots, and blemishes. The description also says honey is full of vitamins and minerals, and it’s used as an alternative to oil in a massage setting.

A key benefit for you, especially if you’re sun-fading: masks like this are about comfort and appearance. Honey is often chosen because it’s gentle compared with harsher body treatments, and because it aims at healing and improving the look of uneven skin tone.

Then you get two smaller but meaningful add-ons:

  • Heel care (dead skin removal): this targets the rough, often overlooked area that can get extra dry from sun, sand, and open shoes.
  • Face clay mask: clay masks tend to help with the look of oily areas and can leave skin feeling refreshed.

Why I like these add-ons: you’re not only treating the face or only treating the body. Feet get included, and that matters more than people think when they take photos on vacation or go out for dinner with sandals still on.

How the timing and flow work in 1 hour 40 minutes

Most people think a “spa package” means a bunch of disconnected steps. This one feels more like a treatment sequence. You’ll start with the classical Turkish bath portion (sauna + hammam scrub and foam wash), then move into the aroma therapy massage, and then finish with the skincare treatments (honey mask plus face and heel care).

Because the package is around 1 hour 40 minutes, it’s long enough to feel like a real reset, but short enough that you won’t lose your whole afternoon. That’s a big deal in Ölüdeniz, where plans often include beach time, sunset views, and dinner reservations.

I’d plan this for the portion of your day when you’re not rushing to pack, because your skin may feel extra clean and slightly different afterward. Think of it as your “finish strong” appointment before you go home.

Price and logistics: value, pickup, and small-group pacing

Let’s talk value in plain terms. At $122.47 per person, the price is basically buying you:

  • a real Turkish bath-style start (not just “steam”),
  • a full 50-minute massage,
  • plus body mask and face/heel treatments.

If you’ve ever priced out hammam + massage + mask separately, you know it adds up. Here, you’re getting a bundle with a tight time window and maximum 8 travelers, which helps keep the pace human.

Also check the practical bits:

  • Pickup is offered, and the start/end point returns to the meeting location.
  • You’ll get a mobile ticket.
  • Confirmation is received at booking.
  • The area is listed as near public transportation, so there’s a fallback if you don’t use pickup.
  • Booking tends to happen about 44 days in advance on average, so if you’re traveling during a busy period, it’s worth reserving earlier rather than guessing.

Who should book this After Sun Package (and who might skip)

This package fits best if you:

  • want a true end-of-holiday skin reset in Fethiye/Ölüdeniz,
  • like a structured Turkish bath routine (sauna + scrub),
  • want a longer massage rather than a quick spa “taste,”
  • care about both face and body skincare (honey mask, clay mask, heel care).

It may be less ideal if:

  • you want a totally gentle, no-exfoliation day (this includes scrubbing),
  • your skin is very reactive and you’re worried about heat and massage pressure after sun.

The listing says most travelers can participate, which suggests it isn’t overly specialized, but you’ll still want to listen to your skin and communicate comfort needs.

Should you book the After Sun Package?

Yes, if your goal is simple: leave Turkey with skin that feels better and looks refreshed. This is not just a relaxing massage; it’s a full after-sun skincare circuit built around hammam heat, a long aroma massage, and a honey-mask finish.

I’d book it if:

  • you have a busy last day and want one solid appointment (about 1 hour 40 minutes),
  • you value small-group pacing (up to 8),
  • you want a plan that targets sun-related skin roughness and the look of spots/marks.

I’d hesitate only if you’re highly sensitive to exfoliation or you hate heat and scrubs. If that’s you, ask questions up front and plan for gentler pressure. Otherwise, this is a smart, high-value way to end your Ölüdeniz stay.

FAQ

Where does the After Sun Package start and end?

It starts at Ölüdeniz, Çarşı Cd. No:3, 48300 Fethiye/Muğla, Türkiye and ends back at the same meeting point.

How long is the After Sun Package?

The duration is about 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.).

Is pickup offered?

Yes, pickup is offered.

What’s the group size?

The activity has a maximum of 8 travelers.

What’s included in the classical Turkish bath part?

It includes a sauna step, time on heated marble, scrubbing with a bath glove, and a soap-foam wash experience.

What happens during the aroma therapy massage?

You get a 50-minute aroma therapy massage using essential oils with healing properties.

What is the full-body honey mask for?

It’s described as a treatment for acne and for helping with marks, scars, spots, and blemishes.

Is there face and heel care included?

Yes. There’s heel care (dead skin removal) and a face clay mask.

How do I get my ticket?

You’ll use a mobile ticket.

What’s the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance of the experience start time. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, the amount paid is not refunded.

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