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8-Day Aegean & Mediterranean Explorer: Izmir, Ephesus, Marmaris, Fethiye & Pamukkale Tour

Izmir, Ephesus, Marmaris, Dalyan, Oludeniz, Kayakoy, Fethiye, Patara, Xanthos Ancient City, Kas, Kekova, Demre, Pamukkale, Laodicea on the Lycus (Denizli), Sardes Ancient City,
Duration

8 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-30 people

Physical Level

relax

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Tour Overview

Experience a perfect blend of history, adventure, and breathtaking landscapes on this 8-day tour through Turkey’s Aegean and Mediterranean regions. Discover ancient cities, pristine beaches, and cultural treasures as you travel from Izmir to Ephesus, Marmaris, Dalyan, Ölüdeniz, Kayaköy, Fethiye, Patara, Xanthos, Kaş, Simena, Kekova, Myra, Pamukkale, Laodicea, and Sardis.

Activities
Explorer Family Historical In-depth Cultural Sightseeing Solo Travel Discovery Photography Beach

Tour Features

Duration
8 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-30 people

Tour Code
8DAMEIEMFPT

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Izmir

Pickup Time:

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Sardes Ancient City

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Explore the legendary ruins of Ephesus & visit the House of Virgin Mary

Itinerary

Day 1

(Dinner included)

Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at Izmir Airport and transfer you to your hotel in Izmir city center, located near the best shopping districts. After some rest, you can explore the Alsancak region, where you'll find international brand stores and local boutiques selling leather bags, jewelry, and clothing. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Izmir.

Note: Late arrivals may have accommodations in Kuşadası

Day 2

(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

After breakfast, depart for Ephesus, one of the greatest settlements of the Ionia region. Visit:

✔ Harbor Street & Marble Street

✔ Grand Theater (25,000 capacity)

✔ Hercules Gate

✔ Celsus Library & Temple of Hadrian

✔ State Agora & Odeon

✔ House of Virgin Mary, where Mary spent her last years.

✔ Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

After lunch, visit a leather fabric outlet, then transfer to Marmaris (220 km - 3 hrs). Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Marmaris.

Day 3

(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

A full day of adventure!

? Morning Jeep Safari: Drive through green forests and mountain villages while experiencing local culture.

? Afternoon Boat Tour: Swim in beautiful bays and visit Sedir Island. Enjoy lunch on board.

? Turkish Bath Experience: A rejuvenating hammam experience including scrubbing, soaping, and massages (extra for oil massage).

Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Marmaris

Day 4

(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

Depart for Dalyan, where you will:

✔ Take a boat ride through reed-lined channels

✔ See the Kaunos Rock Tombs

✔ Relax on Iztuzu Beach, home to Caretta Caretta sea turtles

✔ Enjoy a mud bath at a Thermal Spa

Continue to Fethiye and visit:

✔ Amyntas Rock Tombs

✔ Kayaköy Ghost Village, an abandoned Greek settlement

✔ Ölüdeniz Blue Lagoon, famous for its turquoise waters

End the day with dinner and overnight stay in Fethiye

Day 5

(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

Explore Xanthos, the first capital of the Lydian civilization, then visit Patara, home to:

✔ An 18 km-long sand beach

✔ Ancient theatre, triumphal arch, and lighthouse

✔ Ruins of the world's first parliament building

✔ A protected nesting area for sea turtles

Head to Kaş, a lively seaside town, for dinner and overnight stay

Day 6

(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

? Morning Boat Tour:

✔ Visit the Sunken City of Kekova

✔ Explore the ancient ruins of Simena Castle

✔ Swim among submerged relics

?️ Afternoon: Myra Ancient City & Church of St. Nicholas

? Transfer to Pamukkale (4.5 hrs) for dinner and overnight stay in a thermal hotel

Day 7

(Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included)

Visit Hierapolis Ancient City, home to:

✔ Cleopatra's Pool (Optional swim)

✔ White travertine terraces of Pamukkale

✔ Martyrium of Apostle Philip

After lunch, visit Laodicea & Sardis, the capital of the ancient Lydian Kingdom, where the first coins were minted in the 7th century BC. Arrive in Izmir, enjoy a sightseeing tour & Kemeraltı Bazaar, then dinner and overnight stay in Izmir

Day 8

(Breakfast included)

Enjoy free time before your airport transfer. Tour concludes at Izmir Airport (20-25 km transfer).

✈ Have a safe flight!

Included

2 nights hotel accommodation in Izmir - Cankaya Hotel

2 night hotel accommodation in Marmaris - Emre Beach Hotel

1 night hotel accommodation in Fethiye - Ocean Blue High Class Hotel

1 night hotel accommodation in Kas - Ekici Hotel

1 night hotel accommodation in Pamukkale - Palm Thermal Hotel

PS: If this hotel list is not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar another hotel for your group. If you prefer a different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.

Professional English-speaking guides

All meals mentioned in the itinerary

All airport transfers

Air-conditioned transportation

All guided tours & entrance fees

Hotel taxes

Excluded

International & domestic flights

Insurance

International & domestic flights

Insurance

Turkey entry visa

Personal expenses & beverages

Tips

Tour Booking

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