Overview
Experience the best of both worlds on our unique 11-day Türkiye Prelude & Gulet tour. Begin with a deep dive into Türkiye’s epic history, exploring iconic sites from Istanbul to Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. Then, board a traditional gulet for a relaxing cruise along the Turkish Riviera. This unique journey offers a seamless blend of historical discovery and a tranquil coastal escape.
Your route
Highlights
- ✓Istanbul
- ✓Cappadocia
- ✓Ephesus
- ✓Fethiye
- ✓Ege Kıyısı
Day-by-day itinerary
01Saturday Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours free to explore at your own pace.
02Sunday Istanbul Old City
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) and the Hippodrome. Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 'Half day Bosphorus cruise'.
03Monday Gallipoli Battlefields
Today we visit the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
04Tuesday Troy, Kusadasi
2026 Programı: Çanakkale'den ayrılıp Truva'ya doğru hareket ediyoruz; burada UNESCO Dünya Mirası listesindeki antik kenti ve yeni, ödüllü Truva Müzesi'ni keşfedeceğiz. Ardından taş evleri ve dar sokaklarıyla geleneksel Türk köy yaşamına bir bakış sunan Behramkale'nin eski köyüne devam ediyoruz. Köyü keşfetmek, güzel manzaranın tadını çıkarmak ve belki de yerel bir kafede Türk çayı veya kahvesi içmek için zamanınız olacak. Behramkale'den güneye Kuşadası'na geçiyoruz. 2027 & 2028 Programı: Çanakkale'den ayrılıp Truva'ya doğru hareket ediyoruz; burada UNESCO Dünya Mirası listesindeki antik kenti ve yeni, ödüllü Truva Müzesi'ni keşfedeceğiz. Ardından Bergama'ya devam ediyor ve görkemli Bergama Akropolü'nü ziyaret ediyoruz. Etkileyici tapınakları ve kütüphanesi, onu antik dünyanın en önemli kültürel ve politik merkezlerinden biri yapmıştır. Bergama'dan güneye Kuşadası'na geçiyoruz.
05Wednesday Ephesus, Kusadasi
Bugün, rehberli bir Efes turu ve Artemis Tapınağı alanını ziyaret ederek tarihin içine dalın. Bölgeden etkileyici bir eser koleksiyonuna ev sahipliği yapan Efes Arkeoloji Müzesi'ni keşfetmeden önce antik şehrin ve tiyatronun mistik atmosferini hissedin. Halı dokumacılığının Türkiye'de köklü gelenekleri vardır ve halı köyünde halıların el yapımı olarak nasıl üretildiğini ve değerlerini neyin belirlediğini öğreniyoruz.
06Thursday Pamukkale, Hierapolis
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
07Friday Fethiye
After breakfast, you'll bid farewell to your fellow travellers and meet your driver for the next leg of your journey. Today’s route takes us through the scenic rural landscapes of Türkiye as we make our way to Fethiye, a charming resort town on the Mediterranean coast. Once you've checked into your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to relax and explore at your leisure.
08Saturday Fethiye
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Enjoy a leisurely morning soaking in the relaxed atmosphere of this beautiful resort town. Later today, you'll meet your crew and board your traditional gulet at Fethiye Harbour around 15:00. Our first stop will be Turunc Bay or Tarzan Bay, where you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters. As we cruise past picturesque islands, we'll arrive at Tersane Island—also known as Dockyard Island—where you can explore the ruins of a former Greek settlement and a once-thriving naval shipyard.
09Sunday Gocek Bay
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner After breakfast we depart for Hamam Bay. Enjoy a swim in the ancient ruins of these Roman Baths built by Mark Antony as a gift for Cleopatra. We then cruise to Sarsala Bay, a striking pine-surrounded bay, from which you can take a 45-minute hike to an ancient Lycian town, notable mostly for inscribed walls dating from the 3rd century BC. Bedri Rahmi Bay is our next stop, named after a famous Turkish painter. Jump in the clear blue water or explore the island.
10Monday Fethiye
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Today we cruise towards Fethiye, passing the Yassica Islands and Gocek Islands. Most of these small islands are un-named but offer safe anchorage and secluded sandy beaches. Perfect for swimming, snorkelling or just soaking up some sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. A final stop and swim at Red Island before returning to Fethiye.
11Tuesday Fethiye
Wake up to the gentle motion of the gulet and enjoy your final breakfast on board as we anchor in Fethiye Harbour. Disembarkation is at approximately 10:00 a.m., followed by a transfer to Dalaman Airport (DLM) for your onward journey.
Included
- • Inbound Transfer - Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)
- • Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
- • Outbound transfer - Dalaman Airport
- • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- • Transportation by Gulet boat
- • Entrance fees
- • Services of Captain and supporting crew
- • Tips except Driver and Guide
- • Tips except Captain and Gulet crew
- • 10 gece - konaklama
- • 10 kahvaltı, 3 öğle yemeği, 7 akşam yemeği
Not included
- • Suggested optional activities
- • Tips - Driver and Guide
- • Tips - Captain and Gulet crew
Meals
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Hotel category
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Optional extras
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Your questions, answered
Do I need a visa?
Entry requirements depend on your passport and route. Check with the relevant consulate before booking. We can assist with documents, but cannot guarantee visa approval.
When is the best time to travel?
Your ideal season depends on the route, weather and activities. Share your dates so our local team can advise on seasonal conditions and opening days.
How do payment and confirmation work?
We send a personal quote with the services, payment schedule and availability. A request is not a confirmed booking. Final prices are confirmed by our team.
What if I need to cancel?
Cancellation charges depend on the confirmed services and supplier deadlines. Review the Booking Conditions and Cancellation Policy before paying.








