All About Turkey (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

Welcome to Turkey! At the Istanbul airport terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Meet in the hotel lobby at 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your group and guide. Until then, you can start to explore Istanbul like climbing to the top of the Galata Tower for epic views or splash some cash at the Grand Bazaar. After the meeting, join in an optional group dinner at a local restaurant to get to know your new travel mates.



Included Activities

Welcome Meeting

Optional Activities

Group Dinner

After breakfast, we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We will stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. In the afternoon take an optional cruise down the Bosphorus river and see the epic skyline.









Included Activities

Sightseeing of Blue Mosque

Sightseeing of Hagia Sophia

Sightseeing of Topkapi Palace Museum

Optional Activities

Bosphorus Boat Cruise - EUR 10

Entrance Fees

Blue Mosque - Free

Hagia Sophia - Free

Topkapi Palace Museum 100 TL

Today we depart for the shores of Gallipoli. A place of important significance for Aussies and Kiwis, we will visit the beach and cemeteries at ANZAC Cove, before paying our respects at memorial sites Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine.



Included Activities

Sightseeing of Anzac Cove

Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery

Sightseeing of Lone Pine

Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair

Sightseeing of War Trenches

You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. Spend the afternoon in the the seaside town of Kusadasi.









Included Activities

Sightseeing of Troy Ancient City

Entrance Fees

Troy Ancient City - 50 TL

After breakfast, our first stop is the spectacular, well preserved ancient city of Ephesus. Ephesus was cited in the book of Revelations, and historians believe the Gospel of John was written here. Famed for the Temple of Artemis which was completed around 550 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In the afternoon we depart for Fethiye where we can explore the buzzing resort town.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City

Entrance Fees

Ephesus Ancient City - 100 TL

After breakfast we make our way to Saklikent, one of the deepest canyons in the world. We will then continue our journey to Oludeniz. Besides its spectacular beaches, glittering waters and breathtaking natural scenery, Oludeniz is also popular for its water sport. Here you can relax on the exquisite beach or join one of the adventure activities including paragliding and microlighting. Late in the afternoon we depart for our overnight stay in Fethiye.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Saklikent

Sightseeing of Oludeniz

Optional Activities

Paragliding - EUR 120

Entrance Fees

Saklıkent - 10 TL

Oludeniz Beach - 7 TL

Our next stop is Dalyan, a small town situated along the south-western coast popular for its natural and unspoiled beauty. We will join a boat trip to visit the most popular mud bath in Turkey, and we then continue to Iztuzu beach, homeland of world famous Caretta Caretta turtles. After a fantastic boat ride we will reach Iztuzu sandbar with fine sand and turquoise sea.





Included Activities

Dalyan Boat Trip

Mud Bath

Iztuzu Beach

Optional Activities

Mud Bath

Iztuzu Beach

Entrance Fees

Mud Bath - 8 TL

Iztuzu Beach - 1 TL

Today we set sail for our eight day adventure, along Turkey’s crystal-clear coastline towards Samanlik Bay. Swim in the secluded bay, soak up the sun and enjoy your first day with new friends aboard the gullet.



Included Activities

Gulet Cruise on Mediterranean

First Stop: Butterfly Valley! Watch beautiful butterflies flutter in the sky, visit waterfalls or work on your tan on the beach. Next, we visit the blue lagoon of Oludeniz for insta-worthy views and a dip in its deep blue waters. Before dinner, we make our way to St Nicholas Island to explore impressive Byzantine ruins and watch the most epic sunset!





Included Activities

Samanlik Bay

St.Nicholas Island

This morning we make our way to the port town of Kas, to check out the local markets where you can buy your weight in Turkish delight! Jump back on board, as we dock near Limanagzi for dinner and some drinks.





Included Activities

St. Nicholas Island

Kas

Limanagzi Bay

Ahoy, me hearties it’s time to set sail to Smugglers cove! En route we will be making stops at the castle in Simena, sunken ruins of Kekova and of course a refreshing swim spot. Then it will be time to don your finest pirate attire as you shake ye booty into the wee hours at Smugglers Cove!





Included Activities

Limanagzi Bay

Smugglers Cove

Today, we sail to Demre, also the home to St Nicholas of Myra or more famously known as Santa Claus. Here you may meet Caretta Caretta turtles in the sea, but approach carefully! Spend the day snorkeling, swimming and exploring the town, before we spend the evening on board for dinner and sunset views.

Accommodation





Included Activities

Smugglers Cove

Demre

Limanagzi Bay

We continue our voyage to the coastal town of Kalkan. Swim in the turquoise waters, and stroll though the cobbled streets to find some tasty local food and shops.





Included Activities

Limangazi Bay

Kalkan

Firnaz Bay

Spend the day swimming and soaking in the Mediterranean rays, before sailing to our final destination, Fethiye. Nature lovers cane take an optional excursion to Saklikent National Park here. Enjoy your final dinner aboard, and spend the night in town as we say goodbye to an amazing week sailing the Turkish coast.





Included Activities

Firnaz Bay

Fethiye

It's time to get your cameras out, because today is a photographers dream! Today we will visit Pamukkale, or ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. Spend time bathing in its pools, or explore the natural and unusual landscape.



Included Activities

Sightseeing of Pamukkale White Terraces

Entrance Fees

Pamukkale White Terraces - 80 TL

Today we sit back and relax on the coach, as we head to Cappadocia. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Underground City, a city complete with a church, wells, food stores, and even stables which is all located 60m under the ground. End the day with an optional traditional Hamman (Turkish bath).









Included Activities

Sightseeing of Derinkuyu Underground City

Sightseeing of Ihlara Valley

Optional Activities

Turkish Bath Experience - 130 TL

Entrance Fees

Derinkuyu Underground City - 50 TL

Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Göreme, and tick off bucket list sights along the way including Göreme Musuem, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar and Cavusin. In the afternoon we will visit local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art. Tonight get your dancing shoes on for our optional Turkish night.



Included Activities

Goreme Open Air Museum Visit

Sightseeing of Cavusin

Sightseeing of Pigeon Valley

Sightseeing of Uchisar

Optional Activities

Turkish Night Show - 160 TL

Hot Air Balooning - 195 EUR

Entrance Fees

Goreme Open Air Museum - 75 TL

This morning we visit the dramatically beautiful Ihlara Valley before departing for Istanbul where we arrive late in the evening.

Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, bid you safe travels, and check-out of the hotel (11:00am).