7 Days İstanbul Capadocia Ephesus Pamukkale Fethiye

Explore Turkey’s Treasures with a Relaxing Gulet Cruise

7-Day Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale & Fethiye Blue Cruise

Discover the very best of Turkey on this 7-day, 6-night small-group tour, combining iconic cultural landmarks with a 3-day luxury gulet cruise along the stunning Turquoise Coast. From the historic streets of Istanbul to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, the ancient wonders of Ephesus, the white terraces of Pamukkale, and the crystal-clear bays of Fethiye, this journey perfectly balances history, nature, and relaxation.

Tour Highlights

• Istanbul’s Ottoman & Byzantine masterpieces

• Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes & cave hotels

• Ancient Ephesus & Pamukkale UNESCO sites

• 3 Days / 2 Nights Gulet Cruise along the Turquoise Coast

• Butterfly Valley, Ölüdeniz & Kekova region

• Small groups (maximum 8 guests)

• Domestic flights instead of long bus journeys

What’s Included

✅ Accommodation with daily breakfast
✅ Professional licensed guide on land tours
✅ All airport & hotel transfers
✅ Air-conditioned vehicles
✅ Domestic flight tickets as per itinerary
✅ All admission fees listed in the program
✅ Domestic flight baggage allowance:
    • 1 × 15 kg checked luggage
    • 1 × 8 kg cabin baggage
    • Extra baggage approx. $2 per kg
✅ Gulet Cruise: 3 Days / 2 Nights (full board on cruise days)

Not Included

❌ Turkish visa fees
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Lunch & dinner on land tours
❌ Drinks
❌ Optional tours & activities
❌ Tips for guide & driver

Important Information

• Hotels are listed under each day in the Tour Program

• Double rooms are standard for 2 guests

• Twin beds available upon request (please specify in Notes & Requests)

• Departure: Daily

• Departure City: Istanbul

• Duration: 7 Days

• ✂ Fully customizable – contact us to design your Turkey Dream Tour

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1 | Arrival in Istanbul – Airport Transfer

Welcome to Turkey!
Meet our representative at Istanbul Airport and transfer to your centrally located hotel.
No scheduled activities today. Meet your guide the following morning at 09:30 AM.

Hotel: Ottoman Hotel Imperial – Istanbul

DAY 2 | Istanbul Highlights Tour & Flight to Cappadocia

After hotel check-out, enjoy a full-day guided exploration of Istanbul.

Highlights:

• Topkapi Palace (optional)

• Blue Mosque

• Hippodrome of Constantinople

• Hagia Sophia (optional)

• Grand Bazaar

• Scenic Bosphorus Cruise between Europe & Asia

After the cruise, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Cappadocia.
Arrival transfer to your cave hotel.

Hotel: Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel – Cappadocia

DAY 3 | Cappadocia Highlights Tour & Flight to Izmir

Optional sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Discover Cappadocia’s iconic valleys and fairy chimneys:

• Göreme Esentepe panoramic viewpoint

• Zelve Open-Air Museum

• Paşabağ (Monks Valley)

• Devrent (Imagination) Valley

• Avanos pottery workshop

• Love Valley

After the tour, transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir (may include one stop).
Arrival transfer to Kuşadası.

Hotel: Suhan Seaport Hotel – Kuşadası

DAY 4 | Ephesus & Pamukkale – Transfer to Fethiye

Early morning departure to explore two of Turkey’s most important UNESCO sites in one day.

Ephesus Highlights:

• Library of Celsus

• Temple of Hadrian

• Grand Theatre

• Hercules Gate

• Temple of Artemis site

• House of Virgin Mary (optional)

After lunch, continue to Pamukkale:

• Hierapolis Ancient City

• Necropolis & Roman Theatre

• Cleopatra’s Pool (optional swimming)

• White travertine terraces

• Pamukkale Natural Lake

In the evening, transfer to Fethiye to prepare for your gulet cruise.

DAY 5 | Fethiye → Butterfly Valley → Ölüdeniz → St. Nicholas Island

Board your traditional Turkish gulet at Fethiye Harbor by 10:00 AM.

• Swim and relax in Butterfly Valley

• Optional hike to the waterfall

• Visit Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon)

• Optional paragliding from Babadağ Mountain

Anchor near St. Nicholas Island to explore ancient ruins and enjoy a magical sunset.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner included (on board)

Overnight: Gulet

DAY 6 | St. Nicholas Island → Kaş → Kekova Bays

Morning swim in Aquarium Bay near Kalkan, followed by breakfast on board.

Cruise to Kaş, a charming coastal town known for:

• Boutique shops & cafés

• Ancient theater

• Handmade jewelry

Optional diving experience available for beginners and certified divers.
Overnight in a secluded bay between Kaş and Kekova.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included

Overnight: Gulet

DAY 7 | Kekova → Demre → Flight to Istanbul

Sail past the Sunken City of Kekova, a protected Lycian site submerged by an ancient earthquake.
Visit Simena Castle, offering panoramic views of the bay.

Disembark at Demre Harbor, then transfer to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
End of services.

Why Choose This Tour?

✔ Combines land touring & luxury cruising
✔ Small-group experience (max 8 guests)
✔ Fly instead of long bus journeys
✔ Iconic destinations + hidden coastal gems
✔ Ideal for couples, honeymooners & relaxed explorers

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