Sultan Explorer

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Transfer service direct from Kusadasi Harbour, Izmir Airport or local bus stations to the hotel for check-in.

Overnight in the Ephesus region. (Selcuk or Kusadasi)

Today you get to start to explore the wonders of Ephesus. You are picked up from your accommodation and get taken out to see some of the best-preserved marble ruins in the modern world – Ephesus. Ephesus was one of the Ancient Capitals of Roman Asia - the second largest ancient city of the world! A city where over 200,000 people lived over 3,000 years ago. You also get to visit the House of the Virgin Mary. An important place for the Christian faith, as it is believed it is where Mary spent the last years of her life. You will also visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world – The Temple of Artemis.

Overnight in the Ephesus region. (Selcuk or Kusadasi)

Pick up from accommodation in the Ephesus region. (Selcuk or Kusadasi)

After breakfast, you are collected from your accommodation and depart for Pamukkale, which in Turkish translates to "cotton castle". On arrival, you have lunch before taking in the magnificent views of the “cotton castle” travertines. You get a guided tour of the white cliffs of Pamukkale and of the ancient, historical ruins of Hierapolis. You then continue your journey to the gorgeous seaside town of Fethiye.

Overnight Fethiye.

FREE DAY

Today you get the day to explore the region of Fethiye. There are so many optional activities you may be interested in booking. Jeep Safari, Paragliding, Mud baths or you may want to jump on a local bus & go out to see the Ghost town of Kayakoy. Be sure to catch the infamous local fish market for dinner in the evening, or pick from the array of local restaurants in the centre of town or along the marina. Overnight Fethiye.

Pick up from accommodation in Fethiye

After breakfast, you will all be checking in to one of our Farout Gulets to start your 4 days of cruising the beautiful Mediterranean coastline. Today you visit Butterfly Valley, Oludeniz / Blue Lagoon and spend the evening anchored down at St Nicholas Island. Be sure to climb to the top of the island for the most beautiful sunset, possibly one of the best, of the whole cruise.

Overnight cabin cruise.

Today after making some stops along the way for swimming, breakfast and lunch you will get to spend some time in the beautiful town of Kas. Here you can shop up a storm with the abundance of jewellery shops in town or spend time just wandering the cobblestone streets soaking up the ambience of the seaside fishing village.

Overnight cabin cruise.

Today you sail past the sunken city. Once part of the original settlement that still makes up the island of Kekova, after a devastating earthquake many centuries ago, this part of the town has fallen into the ocean. You will sail past slowly for a closer look before anchoring down on the opposite side to visit what still remains of Kekova. Here you can wander the island and walk up to the Lycian tombs for a closer look or climb to the top and enter Simena Castle for some beautiful views over the coastline you have just cruised.

Overnight cabin cruise.

Today you farewell your gulet and head onto Olympos by bus. Here, you enter the National Park where you can explore the ruins of ancient times as you make your way down to the beach for some more sun and swimming.

Overnight Olympos.

This morning, you arrive at the unusual and breathtaking scenery of Goreme, Cappadocia. A crew member will take you to your accommodation, where you can relax for the day or catch up on some sleep.

OPTIONAL TOUR: ATV (QUAD) BIKE SAFARI.

If you love adventure and want to see Cappadocia from a different perspective, then our fully guided Quad Safari is suited to you. Ride on a sturdy ATV (quad) bike and experience this landscape in a completely different way. Our Safari starts at approximately 17:00 pm a great opportunity to see an amazing view of this ancient valley.

 - Evening -
 OPTIONAL TOUR: TURKISH NIGHT SHOW & DINNER.

Tonight's optional entertainment is organized so that you have the chance to experience Turkish Culture and Traditions and also enjoy a great show. You will be picked up from your hotel in the evening and taken to a cave restaurant in the heart of Cappadocia, for a night you will always remember.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

- Early Morning -
OPTIONAL TOUR: CAPPADOCIA HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT

If you choose to wake up in the early hours of the morning to take advantage of a Sunrise Hot Air Balloon flight, this experience can be added to the tour. This activity is famous in Cappadocia and is the perfect way to start the day by seeing the awesome views of the mountains from high in the sky. This tour will cost extra.

Full-Day South Cappadocia Tour
Today you will be picked up from your accommodation after breakfast to start exploring parts of the Cappadocia region. The highlights of the day will include the Underground City, Uchisar Castle Panorama, and a beautiful stroll through the Meskendir Valley, to name a few. The day is full of some of the most beautiful sights to see in Cappadocia.

Overnight Cappadocia.

Pick up from accommodation in Goreme.

You have one more day in this spectacular region to soak up the rest of the sights to see. Today you will be picked up from your accommodation and get to visit some of the oldest settlements in the North Cappadocia region. You will visit some small villages, take in some local handicraft,s and also get to soak up the natural wonders and visit the Monks Valley and Devrent Valleys.

Tonight you will board an overnight bus bound for Istanbul.

After your overnight bus journey, today you get a free day to wander around the city. You may want to get a sneak peek at some of the sites you will start to visit the following day, take in a spot of shopping or go further afield & explore some hidden corners of this enormous City.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Today, you get your first look at the mysterious City of Istanbul. You will be picked up from your accommodation, heading off to see some of the major attractions of this historical, mystical City. You will visit the Blue Mosque, the breathtaking Aya Sofya, and then go into the old Sultan's Palace of Topkapi to see some of the Sultan's many ancient treasures and visit the Palace rooms and gardens. You also get a look at some of the best shopping in Istanbul. The tour will walk through the many lanes of the Grand Bazaar – one of the largest covered markets in the world and also visit the Spice Bazaar to take in the scents and aromas of the spices, Turkish delight & Turkish tea & coffee.

Our recommendation:
After the day's tour ends and you have your own free time, we also recommend visiting the Spice Bazaar to enjoy the sights and smells of Turkish tea, spices, and candies. You will be on your own here as it's not part of your tour package, but you will have plenty of time and can make your own way back to your hotel.

Important Notes:
The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
Blue Mosque, due to prayers on Fridays, we are unable to enter
Hagia Sophia is closed on The Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays

We provide pickups from hotels in central areas in the following vicinities: Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Laleli, Aksaray, Taksim area. Pickup from anywhere outside these areas may incur an extra charge. Please speak to our crew if you have any questions.

Overnight in Istanbul.

YoToday will see yourself sailing down the Bosphorus Straits and along to the Golden Horn, then heading to one of the best viewpoints over the whole city Before your cruise, you will tour inside the Dolmabahce Palace, built between 1842 and 1853. The last 6 Sultans of the Ottoman Empire lived here. In 1923, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk resided here in the summers until he died in 1938. This palace is built in the Neoclassical and Baroque Rococo styles. After leaving, we will embark on our cruise that leads from the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. One of the first famous sites you will see from the boat is the Maidens Tower. This tower has served as a lighthouse, a radio tower, a hospital, and now it serves as a restaurant and museum. Sailing up the Bosphorus, you will also enjoy a panoramic view of the Old Constantinople Walls, which were built to protect the Topkapi Palace from invaders. In its 1600-year history, these walls were only breached twice, saving the city from invasion on many other occasions. 

At the Kucuksu Palace, built by Sultan Abdülmecid, we will stop for one hour. Kucuksu translates to “small water”; although small, it is grand in design. You will return to the boat and pass by the Ciragan Palace, the magnificent Sultan's palace turned hotel. The main building burnt down in 1910; however, the exterior structure stayed intact and was rebuilt in the early 1990s. You will sail past the Ortakoy Mosque, with its distinctive pink mosaics, on your way to cruising under the mighty Bosphorus Bridge, where you will get the best views of the Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer home of the Sultans. Then it's on to the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, where, from the boat, you will see the mighty Rumeli Castle, built by Mehmed in 1452. 

At the end of the cruise, we will change transport for a bus tour as we head back to the old city, the bus tour begins in the Sultanahmet district with our trusted guide it's then on over to the famous Pierre Loti Hill named after a French novelist, who had a great passion for Istanbul, this is one of the most romantic spots in the city. Here, you will take a cable car to the top of this viewpoint overlooking Istanbul and the Golden Horn. Try Turkish coffee at one of the cafes; the ride back down has even more spectacular views of the city. The bus will take you around the Old City Walls before returning to your hotel around 17:00-18:00.

Important Note: Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays, and the tour will start two hours later on this day. Dolmabahce Palace, Kucuksu Palace, and Pierre Loti Hill are the only sights you will tour on foot. The other sights will be seen from the boat or bus. Overnight in Istanbul.

Today, your tour officially ends. If you require any assistance with onward travel within Turkey, accommodation bookings, or queries, please let us know & we will be happy to assist.