2025 - Wonders of Anatolia With Gulet Tour
2025 - Wonders of Anatolia With Gulet Tour
2025 - Wonders of Anatolia With Gulet Tour
9 Days Starting in Fethiye, Turkey and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Fethiye, Gocek Bay, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara, Istanbul
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WOAN
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 16
Age range:
12-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the "2025 - Wonders of Anatolia With Gulet Tour" and explore the rich cultural tapestry of Turkey and Russia. Begin your journey in Fethiye with a relaxing gulet cruise, visiting stunning bays and islands like Tersane and Bedri Rahmi. Discover the ancient Roman baths at Hamam Bay and the picturesque Gocek Islands. On land, marvel at the white travertines of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Traverse the historic Silk Road to Konya, home to the Mevlana Museum, and explore the captivating landscapes of Cappadocia, including the Goreme Open Air Museum and underground cities. In Ankara, pay homage at Ataturk's Mausoleum before concluding your adventure in Istanbul, where you'll visit iconic sites like the Blue Mosque and St. Sophia Museum. With professional guides and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Fethiye, Gulet
Location: Fethiye
Accommodation: Gulet (Gulet Cabin)
Accommodation Name: Gulet (Gulet Cabin)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we will head to Fethiye for your gulet trip. Boarding in Fethiye Harbour around 15:00. We enjoy some swimming and snorkeling in Turunc Bay or Tarzan Bay. We'll cruise past several islands towards Tersane Island (Dockyard Island), where the ruins of a former Greek town and a once important naval shipyard may still be explored.
Day 2 : Gulet, Gocek Bay
Location: Gocek Bay
Accommodation: Gulet (Gulet Cabin)
Accommodation Name: Gulet (Gulet Cabin)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we depart for Hamam Bay. Enjoy a swim in the ancient ruins of these Roman Baths built by Mark Antony as a gift for Cleopatra. We then cruise to Sarsala Bay, a striking pine-surrounded bay, from which you can take a 45-minute hike to an ancient Lycian town, notable mostly for inscribed walls dating from the 3rd century BC. Bedri Rahmi Bay is our next stop, named after a famous Turkish painter. Jump in the clear blue water or explore the island.
Day 3 : Gulet, Fethiye
Location: Fethiye
Accommodation: Gulet (Gulet Cabin)
Accommodation Name: Gulet (Gulet Cabin)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we cruise towards Fethiye, passing the Yassica Islands and Gocek Islands. Most of these small islands are un-named but offer safe anchorage and secluded sandy beaches. Perfect for swimming, snorkelling or just soaking up some sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. A final stop and swim at Red Island before returning to Fethiye.
Day 4 : Pamukkale, Hierapolis
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation: Adem Pira Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: Adem Pira Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we will be heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Day 5 : Silk Road, Konya
Location: Konya
Accommodation: Remus and Romulus Hotel (Boutique)
Accommodation Name: Remus and Romulus Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
Day 6 : Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation: Remus and Romulus Hotel (Boutique)
Accommodation Name: Remus and Romulus Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Day 7 : Ankara
Location: Ankara
Accommodation: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: Nidya Hotel Galataport (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara, where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
Day 8 : Istanbul Old City
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: Nidya Hotel Galataport (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Yerebatan Underground Cistern and the Hippodrome.
Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 1 hour Bosphorus cruise by public ferry where your guide will explain the historical sites along the way.
Day 9 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: ()
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends.
What's Included
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Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Transportation is provided in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
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Transportation by Gulet boat
Transportation is provided by Gulet boat.
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Professional English-speaking tour guide on the land section of the tour
A professional English-speaking tour guide is available on the land section of the tour.
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Tips except Captain and Gulet crew
Tips are included except for the Captain and Gulet crew.
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Services of Captain and supporting crew
The services of the Captain and supporting crew are included.
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Meals
The tour includes 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 4 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Suggested optional activities
Suggested optional activities are not included.
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Tips - Captain and Gulet crew
Tips for the Captain and Gulet crew are not included.
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Tips - driver, guide, Gulet captain and crew
Tips for the driver, guide, Gulet captain, and crew are not included.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees are not included.
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Compulsory Travel Insurance
Compulsory travel insurance is not included.
Meals
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle for the land portion of the tour, and enjoy a scenic journey aboard a traditional Gulet boat for the cruise segment. Professional English-speaking guides accompany you on the land section.
Accommodation
Experience the comfort of a Gulet cabin during your cruise, and enjoy stays at the Adem Pira Hotel, a 4-star accommodation, and the Remus and Romulus Boutique Hotel. Conclude your journey at the Nidya Hotel Galataport, a 4-star hotel in Istanbul.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the gulet cruise?
During the gulet cruise, accommodation is provided in a Gulet Cabin.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are suggested optional activities available during the tour, such as a traditional Turkish folklore evening in Konya and a Bosphorus cruise by public ferry in Istanbul.
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What historical sites will be visited in Istanbul?
In Istanbul, you will visit the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Yerebatan Underground Cistern, and the Hippodrome.
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What is unique about the swimming experience in Hamam Bay?
In Hamam Bay, you can swim in the ancient ruins of Roman Baths that were built by Mark Antony as a gift for Cleopatra.
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What can be explored on Tersane Island?
On Tersane Island, you can explore the ruins of a former Greek town and a once important naval shipyard.
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What is special about the Pamukkale visit?
In Pamukkale, you will visit the magnificent white calcium terraces known as Travertines and tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. You can also take a dip in the hot springs among ancient columns.
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What is the significance of the visit to Ankara?
In Ankara, you will visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for our latest Covid-19 policies, however, we adhere to recommended health & safety guidelines on all our tours.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Fez Travel has been in operation since 1997.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please contact us as soon as possible and we will be able to let you know what is possible and any associated price changes.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of fez travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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