Aegean & Mediterranean Odyssey

Total Time

10 days / 9 nights

Tour Calender

From Mar. to Nov.

Max Person

15 Person

Min Person

5 Min

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Embark on a 10-day cultural expedition through Turkey’s historic northern frontier — from the imperial charm of Istanbul to the poetic valleys of Amasya, and from the windswept ports of the Black Sea to the magical landscapes of Cappadocia. Along the way, explore World Heritage Sites, ancient Hittite capitals, Ottoman-era towns, and majestic natural formations. This journey offers a rare combination of history, culture, and scenery in some of Turkey’s most overlooked yet spectacular regions.

Highlights

  • Explore the historical peninsula of Istanbul: Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque

  • Visit UNESCO-listed Safranbolu and the ancient Thracian city of Kastamonu

  • Discover Amasya, the romantic city of poets, kings, and scholars

  • Wander through Amasra and Sinop, ancient Black Sea ports

  • Marvel at the Hittite capital Hattusa and the sanctuary of Yazilikaya

  • Experience the surreal beauty of Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and open-air churches

Best Season Program

Upon arrival at Antalya airport, meet your Nature and Sea Travel representative and transfer to your hotel located in the historic Kaleiçi district. This area boasts a rich history from its Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman heritage. Enjoy a stroll in the old town to soak in the unique atmosphere and architecture.
• Transfer time: 20 minutes
• Distance: 15 km (Antalya Airport – Kaleiçi)
• Overnight: Hotel in Antalya city centre
• Meals: – / – / Dinner

Depart Antalya and head towards Kaş, stopping first at Phaselis, an ancient city with three harbors and a wide Roman street featuring ruins of baths, agora, and theatres. Continue to Myra, renowned for its Lycian rock tombs and large Roman amphitheatre. Later, arrive in the charming coastal town of Kaş with its narrow jasmine-scented streets and peaceful seaside cafes.
• Transfer time: 3 hours
• Distance: 190 km (Antalya – Kaş via Phaselis & Myra)
• Overnight: Hotel in Kaş
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Leave Kaş and drive towards Fethiye, visiting Patara on the way — a historically significant Lycian maritime city with one of Turkey’s longest beaches and an important breeding site for endangered loggerhead turtles. Afterward, explore Kayaköy, a ghost village preserved by UNESCO, wandering through its empty streets and ruined stone houses. Optional trekking along a forest path leads to breathtaking views of the turquoise Ölüdeniz lagoon. Spend the late afternoon relaxing at the lagoon before continuing to your hotel in Fethiye.
• Walking time: 2–3 hours
• Walking distance: 6 km
• Ascent: 200 m / Descent: 300 m
• Transfer time: 2 hours
• Distance: 110 km (Kaş – Fethiye)
• Overnight: Hotel in Fethiye
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Enjoy a scenic boat tour from Fethiye harbour to Kızılada (Red Island), where you can swim or relax onboard. Continue to the Yassıca Islands near Göcek, known for their pristine turquoise bays and sandy beaches, perfect for swimming and panoramic views. Return to Fethiye in the late afternoon to explore the charming marina and old town.
• Boat tour duration: Approximately 4 hours
• Overnight: Hotel in Fethiye
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Travel to Akyaka with stops at the ancient city of Kaunos, famous for its rock tombs, theatre, Roman baths, and temples. Then take a boat trip to Iztuzu Beach, a protected nesting ground for loggerhead turtles, lying between the freshwaters of the Dalyan delta and the Mediterranean Sea. Continue to Akyaka, a picturesque town with unique wooden houses and a relaxed vibe.
• Transfer time: 2–3 hours
• Distance: 180 km (Fethiye to Akyaka via Kaunos & Iztuzu)
• Overnight: Hotel in Akyaka
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

After breakfast, journey to the stunning Datça peninsula, covered in olive and pine forests with unspoiled coastline. Visit Knidos, an ancient Dorian city with temples, theatres, and altars. In the afternoon, drive to Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus), where you explore the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the Bodrum Castle with its underwater archaeology museum.
• Transfer time: 3 hours
Distance: 220 km (Datça to Bodrum)
• Overnight: Hotel in Bodrum
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Drive towards Selçuk, stopping at Didim to visit the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, a famous sanctuary and oracle site. Continue to Priene, an ancient Greek city known for its well-planned urban layout and temples dedicated to Zeus, Demeter, and Athena. Arrive in Selçuk for overnight.
• Transfer time: 3 hours
• Distance: 220 km (Bodrum to Selçuk via Didim & Priene)
• Overnight: Hotel in Selçuk
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Visit the House of Virgin Mary, a revered pilgrimage site, followed by a full tour of Ephesus, one of the most significant ancient cities of the classical world, with extensive Roman ruins, including the famous terrace houses with intricate mosaics and frescoes. Explore the old town of Selçuk in the late afternoon, seeing landmarks such as Isa Bey Mosque and the Basilica of St. John.
• Overnight: Hotel in Selçuk
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Visit Pergamon, an ancient Greek city with a magnificent acropolis featuring a theatre, library, temples, and Roman baths. Continue to Cunda Island and Ayvalık, where you will stroll the picturesque streets and visit the Taksiyarhis Church with its rich marble interiors. Enjoy traditional tea by the sea before overnight stay.
• Transfer time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 240 km (Selçuk to Ayvalık via Pergamon)
• Overnight: Hotel in Ayvalık (Cunda)
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Visit the Adatepe Olive Oil Museum to learn about olive oil production history, then continue to Assos, an ancient city with a Doric temple and rich philosophical heritage. Later, explore the legendary ruins of Troy, famous for its role in the Iliad and Trojan War. Arrive in Çanakkale for overnight.
• Transfer time: 3 hours
Distance: 210 km (Ayvalık to Çanakkale via Assos & Troy)
• Overnight: Hotel in Çanakkale
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Cross to Gallipoli peninsula and visit the Kabatepe Museum, memorial cemeteries, and battlefields related to the World War I Gallipoli campaign. Walk through significant cemeteries such as ANZAC Cove and Lone Pine, honoring soldiers from Turkey, Australia, and New Zealand. Continue to Istanbul for overnight.
• Transfer time: 4 hours
• Distance: 320 km (Çanakkale to Istanbul via Gallipoli)
• Overnight: Hotel in Istanbul
• Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / –

Explore Istanbul’s rich history with visits to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome Square, and the Blue Mosque. Learn about the Ottoman and Byzantine eras while strolling through UNESCO World Heritage sites. Conclude with traditional Turkish tea before returning to the hotel.
• Overnight: Hotel in Istanbul
• Meals: Breakfast / – / –

Enjoy a 3-hour Bosphorus cruise, passing by landmarks such as Maiden’s Tower and Dolmabahçe Palace. Visit the Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water reservoir, and then explore the vibrant Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s largest covered markets. Finish the day with Turkish coffee in the historic district.
• Bosphorus tour: approx. 3 hours (public boat)
• Overnight: Hotel in Istanbul
• Meals: Breakfast / – / –

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul airport for your departure, concluding your unforgettable Aegean & Mediterranean Odyssey.
• Transfer time: 1 hour
• Distance: 45–50 km (Hotel – Istanbul Airport)
• Meals: Breakfast / – / –

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