Itinerary
- Day 1
Istanbul
You'll arrive in Istanbul and get transferred to your hotel. After settling in, the rest of the day is yours to do whatever you feel like. Some people head straight out to wander around Sultanahmet or Karakoy neighborhoods, while others prefer to relax and get adjusted to the time zone. It really depends on how you're feeling after your journey.
- Start point
- Istanbul, Türkiye (From your hotel or meet at airport , 04:00 - 07:00)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Recital Hotel Old City )
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Sultanahmet neighborhood
- Explore Karakoy neighborhood
- Day 2
Istanbul to Izmir
This morning starts with a guided walking tour through Istanbul's Old City. You'll see Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome, and then walk through the Grand Bazaar. After wrapping up the tour, you'll head to the airport and fly to Izmir, arriving in the evening. Your accommodation near the Aegean coast is waiting, so you can settle in and rest after a full day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Efe butik hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Istanbul's Old City
- Visit Hagia Sophia
- Visit Blue Mosque
- Visit Topkapi Palace
- Visit Hippodrome
- Explore Grand Bazaar
Landmarks Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Topkapi Palace Hippodrome Grand Bazaar 
- Day 3
Pamukkale to Fethiye
You'll leave early and drive to Pamukkale to walk around the white travertine terraces and the ancient spa city of Hierapolis. There's time to stroll through Roman ruins, wade in the thermal pools, or swim in Cleopatra's Antique Pool if you want. After exploring, you'll travel by road to Fethiye, arriving by evening. You're staying near the harbor before the Blue Cruise kicks off tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alesta Yatch hotel )
Included Activities
- Explore Pamukkale cascading travertines
- Visit Hierapolis ancient spa city
- Stroll through Roman ruins
Optional Activities
- Dip feet in thermal waters
- Swim in Cleopatra's Antique Pool
Landmarks Pamukkale Hierapolis Cleopatra's Antique Pool 
- Day 4
Fethiye - Butterfly Valley - Oludeniz
Check in at Fethiye harbor at 10:00 AM and board your traditional gulet. The boat heads to Butterfly Valley first, where you can jump in the turquoise water, grab lunch on deck, or hike up to a waterfall if you're interested. Later in the afternoon, you'll sail over to the famous Blue Lagoon of Oludeniz. By evening, you're anchored at St. Nicholas Island surrounded by ancient ruins with a beautiful sunset.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Houseboat (At the boat ), Hotel
Included Activities
- Board traditional Turkish gulet at Fethiye harbor
- Swim in Butterfly Valley turquoise waters
- Lunch on board
- Sail to Blue Lagoon of Oludeniz
- Anchor at St. Nicholas Island
Optional Activities
- Hike to waterfall in Butterfly Valley
- Paraglide from Babadag Mountain
Landmarks Butterfly Valley Blue Lagoon of Oludeniz St. Nicholas Island Babadag Mountain 
- Day 5
Aquarium Bay - Kas - Kekova
Start the day with a swim in Aquarium Bay to freshen up. Then cruise to Kas, a small coastal town known for handmade jewelry shops and relaxed cafes. Spend your time poking around the town, grabbing food, or just hanging out by the water. As evening approaches, the gulet anchors in a quiet bay between Kas and Kekova for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (At the boat )
Included Activities
- Swim in Aquarium Bay
- Cruise to Kas
- Explore Kas town
Optional Activities
- Scuba diving in crystal-clear Mediterranean (advance booking recommended)
- Cave or wreck dives
Landmarks Aquarium Bay Kas 
- Day 6
Kekova - Sunken City - Simena Castle
You'll sail out to Kekova, an ancient Lycian city that sank into the water after earthquakes. The boat cruises slowly above the submerged ruins so you can see them from the surface (swimming over the site isn't allowed). After that, you'll go ashore to climb up to Simena Castle and walk around the hilltop ruins. The views across the bay are great, and there are ancient tombs scattered around. You'll anchor nearby for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (At the boat )
Included Activities
- Cruise above Sunken City of Kekova
- Explore Simena Castle hilltop ruins
- View ancient tombs at Simena Castle
Landmarks Sunken City of Kekova Simena Castle - Day 7
Kekova to Istanbul
After breakfast, you'll have one final swim before heading to Cayagzi Harbor around 10:30 or 11:00 AM. From there, a transfer takes you to Antalya Airport for an afternoon flight back to Istanbul. Once you land, you'll get transferred to your hotel. The evening is relaxed and low-key, giving you time to unwind.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Recital Hotel Old City )
Included Activities
- Final swim before disembarking
- Disembark at Cayagzi Harbor
- Day 8
Istanbul
Following breakfast, you'll head to the airport for your international flight home. You're leaving with memories of Turkey's coastlines, the history you've seen, and the hospitality you've experienced along the way.
- End point
- Istanbul, Türkiye (To your hotel or ends at airport , 20:00 - 22:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
