Turkey Package Tour Plus Blue Cruise Beach Holiday
Tour Code : CS-FWCHT
Duration : 14 Days / 13 Nights
Highlights : Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethiye, Blue Cruise by Gullet, beach holiday in Mediterranean.
Price : From $
QUICK OVERVIEW
Discover Turkey with blue cruise and beach holiday package specifically designed for families and individuals who would like to visit cultural, archeological sites and enjoy the crystal clear waters of Mediterranean with blue cruise and beach holiday.
QUICK OVERVIEW
Discover Turkey with blue cruise and beach holiday package specifically design for families and individuals who would like to visit cultural, archeological sites and enjoy the crystal clear waters of Mediterranean with blue cruise and beach holiday.
Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
On Arrival to Istanbul, our staff will welcome and assist you to the hotel. Welcome dinner.
Day 2 – Full day Tour to Byzantine and Ottoman Relics
We will explore the attractive monuments and scenery of Istanbul. Ancient Istanbul tour start from the Sultan Ahmet, the heart of the “old city” St. Sophia, different than any other Christian monuments in Ancient Turkey. It’s beautiful with its architecture and design. Blue Mosque, next to St. Sophia, remarkable with its blue tiles and 6 minarets, dedicated to the Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of social, political and sportive events. The Obelisk from 4th Century, Serpentine Column, and German Fountain of Wilhelm II 19th Century are the other monuments of Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, massive shopping center from Ottoman Empire selling antiques, jewellery, gold, souvenirs. Topkapi Palace, Imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting belongings of Ottoman Dynasty, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy, section. Overnight stay in Istanbul. (B, L)
Day 3 – Half Day Morning Bosphorus Cruise
Bosphorus is separating Europe and Asia from eachother. While you are in Bosphorus you can see both European and Asian Sides of Istanbul with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residential and luxurious apartments, Rumeli Fortress, Historical military base built by the Conqueror to control and protect Bosphorus. Free afternoon for leisure. Overnight stay in Istanbul. (B)
Day 4 – Istanbul Ephesus – Istanbul
In the morning transfer to Istanbul airport for the flight to Izmir. On arrival to Izmir airport, you will be picked up and join for the Ephesus tour. Isa Bey Mosque is the first stop,later on will proceed to ancient Ephesus; Ephesus is one of the largest archeological remains of World Heritage. Ancient Ephesus has the remarks of Jewish and Christian Heritage. St. Paul has been in Ephesus on His missionary journey and preached in the Great Theater, Odeon, Celsius library, marble road temples will surprise you very much. Featuring selection of Turkish Cuisine for lunch will be in Selcuk Town. After lunch we will have demonstration for rugs to see how the Turkish carpets are made by hand. Later on visit the House of Mother Mary, Temple Of Artemis (Diana), it was one of the seven ancient wonders. Fashion show in leather outlet center. Overnight stay in Kusadasi. (B, L, D)
Day 5 to 7 Kusadasi to Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Another beautiful day waiting for you, we will take departure for Pamukkale it takes about three hours. Pamukkale has natural and historical beauty. Ancient Hierapolis was the center for healing thermal Baths. Pamukkale very impressive with its Calcium White terraces. Overnight stay in Pamukkale (B, L, D)
Day 6 Pamukkale to Fethiye on board to Gullet Cruise
After Breakfast transfer to Fethiye and on board to Gullet Cruise
Leave Fethiye harbor around 10.30am, destined for Samanlik Bay for swimming & lunch. Butterfly Valley for sunbathing, swimming and an optional hike up to the waterfall Oludeniz – Europe’s most stunning beach & one of the best spots in the world for paragliding. Swim to the beach and there is also the option to paraglide. Anchor at St. Nicholas Island for the night. Optional walk up through the Island’s ruins to witness the spectacular sunset. (B, L, D)
DAY 7 on Board
Departure by Gullet to Kalkan (Aquarium Bay) for breakfast relaxations and swimming keep sail to Kas harbor for lunch. Free time to discover this small Turkish town for shopping and internet. Take departure to sail a secluded bay near Kekova Island for the night stay. (B, L, D)
DAY 8 on Board
Another enjoyable day waiting for you, Sunken City very amazing sail over the ancient ruins will affect you very much. Proceed to Simena Castle – walk up to the top & witness a magical view over the Bay taking in the underwater Lycian Tombs and across to the Sunken City. Gokkaya Bay for the night, it’s time for dancing, having fun at the nearby Island disco where you can meet up with the other cruising travelers for a night under the thousands of stars or simply relaxes back and chills out on your yacht. (B, L, D)
DAY 9 on Board
After breakfast, we continue to Pirates Cave for snorkelling. Lunch at Andriace harbor. Disembarkation, transfer to Olympos or Antalya to enjoy your beach holiday at one of all inclusive resort hotels. (B, L, D)
DAY 10 Leisure
Free time and leisure. (All Inc.)
DAY 11 Leisure
Free time and leisure. (All Inc.)
DAY 12 Leisure
Free time and leisure. (All Inc.)
DAY 13 Istanbul
One more swimming break and transfer to Istanbul. Free time and leisure. Overnight stay in Istanbul. (B)
Day 14 Istanbul
Free time until transfer to airport, one more chance to complete your souvenirs shopping (B)
PS: Duration of the suggested package can tailor shorter or longer upon your request.
WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
• Accommodation at a 4* / 5* or holiday village
• Meals as specified in itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, All Inclusive)
• Transportation by non-smoking, air-conditioned mini/midi bus
• Services of a professional English-speaking escort/guide
• Full-Day sightseeing tour of Istanbul, with lunch
• Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise
• Entrance fees to the sites visited, per itinerary
• Hotel taxes and services charges
• Full-Day sightseeing tour of Ephesus, with lunch
• Full-Day sightseeing tour of Pamukkale, with lunch
• Gullet Cruise with Full board accommodation
NOT INCLUDED
• Gratuities to tour staff
• All items of a personal nature (laundry, taxis, etc.)
• Beverages (except for those served with breakfast).
• Visa fees
• Domestic and international flights
