Istanbul-Ephesus-Gocek-Fethiye-Istanbul
( Turkey Travel - Turkey Tours 2011 )

Turkey Travel Packages,Blue Cruise Turkey, 

Day1-Istanbul

Upon your arrival,meet our staff in the Ataturk or Sabiha Gokcen Airport transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul


Day2-Istanbul(B,L)

Istanbul Classics-Half Day or Full Day Guided Tour

Discover th old City in a guided tour of Topkapi Palace the imperial residence of the Ottoman Sultans, the Hagia Sophia Museum,a Byzantine masterpiece, and the elegant Blue Mosque of striking Iznik tiles. After lunch we take a stroll in the ancient Hippodrome, host of ancient gladiators and chariot races and visit the atmospheric Underground Basilica Cistern. Overnight in Istanbul.


 

Day 3 Istanbul (B, L)

Boat Cruise on the Bosphorus& Dolmabahce Palace

You wiill be picked up from your hotel and commence our day with paying a visit to feast for the senses exploring the Spice Market’s display of sweets and spices, embark on a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise by Private Yachtcruising by ornate waterfront palaces, great Ottoman mosques and the beautiful wooden houses once owned by the Ottoman's High society. Lunch at the Camlica Hill where you can admire the most beautiful face of city of Istanbul.After lunch and leisure we will pass the Legendary Bridge of Bosphorus that connects the Asia and Europe,we reach to Dolmabahce Palace.Visit will take appx 2 Hours. Later on we head to the dazzling Grand Bazaar, to browse the labyrinth of over 4000 colorful shops. Overnight in Istanbul.

 

Day 4 Istanbul – Izmir – Ephesus (B, L, D)

Early in the morning you will be transfered to Ataturk  Airport for your domestic flight to Izmir(Pearl of Aegean  Region).Upon your arrival we drive to Selcuk where the world's most preserved ancient city "Ephesus" is located

Stroll down  the marble paved avenue of Ancient Ephesus - one of the most beautifully preserved ancient Greco-Roman city in the world. Reflect on the power of the Romans as you pass the great marble library, theatre, baths and rich mosaics. After a visit the House of Virgin Mary, you will also experience traditional Aegean village life at one of the most picturesque old hilltop villages at Sirince...Overnight in Kusadasi.

 

Day 5-11 Gocek -Fethiye (B, L, D)

 

1st Day GOCEK
Arriveto Gocek at3.00pm and enjoy the welcome party. Stay the night in fantastic blue of Turkey and have the joy of sailing in Mediterrenean.
2nd Day: SARSALA - BEDRI RAHMI BAY
Sailing around the beatiful bays of the Fethiye(Sarsala, Bedri Rahmi Bay)
3rd Day BATIK HAMAM - CLEOPATRA BAY
DiscoveringBatikhamam and Cleopatra Bays where you will have chance to see obvioustraces of many old stone structures right on the water's edge.
4th Day: YASSICA ISLANDS - GULF OF FETHIYE
Sailing to Yassica Island.Discover the Fethiye gulf
5th Day:Around 10 a.m. You will disembark the Gulet and transfer to the Dalama airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
*This package can be customised and some additions like Antalya,Pamukkale or Cappadocia parts can be made upon your request. 

 

 

A Typical Day: Each day the gulet will sail or cruise a little further eastwards and anchor at a differentsheltered cove. Then you have the option of staying aboard for sunbathing, swimming or relaxing, or going ashore with your guide for some of the most incredible coastal walks in Turkey, among pine forests and green pastures meeting local villagers and exploring ancient city ruins,castles and tombs from ancient Roman, Byzantine, Arab and Crusader times, set against stunning natural scenery and sea views. On your return to the gulet in a calm bay, enjoy the opportunity to refresh and cool off in crystal clear turquoise water for swimming and snorkeling and then relax over a delicious mealserved al fresco on deck. Your friendly crew will make sure you feel athome so sit back and enjoy a gentle sea breeze and the stunning scenery!

 

Route Places & Activities:Snorkeling over the Underwater Ruins of Aperlae, swimming in Oludeniz, exploring ancient Kaunos near Dalyan, Lydae and Patara, the Gocek Islands, Saklikent Gorge, Kekova Island, the ‘Sunken City’, Phaselis, Church of St. Nicolas and the picturesque coastal villages of Kas, Kale,Kalkan and Simena…

 

Day 12 Istanbul (B)
Departure or Istanbul/Cappadocia Extension.

 

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