Turkey Itinerary 11 Days Holiday (with Gulet) All Inclusive

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure before an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Day 2: Istanbul City Tour (B)
After breakfast, meet your guide at the hotel to embark on a city tour of Istanbul. Experience a two-hour Bosphorus boat trip, where you’ll admire the city’s iconic bridges, the magnificent Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi Palaces, the Anadolu and Rumeli fortresses, and charming waterfront houses. Following the boat tour, visit the historic Spice Market, a 17th-century structure that was once the heart of the city’s spice trade, and the Istanbul Archaeology Museum. Return to your hotel for the evening and enjoy an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Day 3: Istanbul Old City Tour (B)
Today, meet your guide for a full-day exploration of Istanbul’s Old City. Visit the Byzantine Hippodrome, once the center of public entertainment, the stunning Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque), the opulent Topkapi Palace (home to Ottoman sultans), Hagia Sophia (formerly the largest Orthodox church in the world), and the Grand Bazaar (the oldest and largest covered market globally). You will stay overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4: Istanbul & Ephesus Tour (B)
This morning, you will be transferred to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Ephesus. Explore the ancient city, renowned for its extensive Roman ruins, visit the House of the Virgin Mary (believed to be her final residence), and marvel at the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will stay overnight in Kuşadası.

Day 5: Kuşadası – Pamukkale & Fethiye (B)
We will drive for about two hours to Pamukkale. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to swim in the ancient thermal pools and explore the unique natural wonders and ruins of the Roman spa city of Hierapolis. After the tour, we’ll continue our journey to Fethiye. You will stay overnight in Fethiye.

Day 6: Fethiye – Blue Cruise (B-L-D)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Fethiye Harbour to meet your crew at 10:00 AM. Receive a briefing before boarding your gulet. We’ll set sail for Samanlık Bay, where you can enjoy lunch and take a refreshing swim. Our cruise continues to Butterfly Valley, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and an optional hike to the waterfall.

Optional Activity in Fethiye: Paragliding—Blue Lagoon Oludeniz is famous for its stunning views and is one of the best spots in the world for paragliding. We recommend pre-booking this experience online or with our friendly office team. If you decide to paragliding on the spot, just inform your captain. We’ll anchor for the night at St. Nicholas Island, where you can stroll through the island’s ancient ruins.

Day 7: St. Nicholas Island to Kaş (B-L-D)
Enjoy breakfast at Aquarium Bay, near Kalkan, before we sail to Kaş Harbour for lunch. In Kaş, you’ll have free time to explore this charming Turkish town, shop, and access the internet. Optional Activity in Kas: Diving—The clear waters of this region are ideal for diving. We suggest pre-booking this activity online or with our crew. If you decide to dive while on the cruise, please inform your captain. Afterward, we will cruise to a secluded bay near Kekova, where we’ll dock for the night.

Day 8: Kaş to Demre (B-L-D)
Today, we will cruise over the Sunken City, sailing above the ancient ruins of this World Heritage site. We’ll also visit Simena Castle, where you can hike to the top for breathtaking views of the bay and the underwater Lycian tombs. We’ll dock for the night at Gokkaya Bay.

Day 9: Demre to Olympos (B-L)
After breakfast, we’ll head to the Pirates Cave for snorkeling before moving on to Andriake Harbour for lunch. A bus transfer will take you to the ancient city of Myra and St. Nicholas Church in Demre, where you’ll have some free time for shopping and banking. Afterward, we will transfer you to Antalya for a city tour, including Hadrian’s Gate, the ancient port, and the Old City. You will stay in Antalya for that night.

Day 10: Antalya & Cappadocia (by Plane) (B)
An early morning flight will take you to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to a tour of the region, visiting Imaginary Valley (Dervent Valley), Monks Valley, Zelve (a remarkable cave town), and the Göreme Open-Air Museum (home to churches carved into volcanic rock). Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Day 11: Cappadocia & Fly Back to Istanbul
Optional hot-air balloon flight early in the morning. After the balloon ride, return to your hotel for breakfast before departing for the airport and your international flight back to Istanbul.