Istanbul to Kalkan

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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Marvel at the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.
    • Experience the delights of Turkish cuisine.
    • See the limestone terraces of Pamukkale.
    • Take a boat trip out to the sunken city of Kekova.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityIstanbul
End CityKalkan

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology

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Itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul

Accommodation options: Levni Hotel, Pera Palace Hotel, Hotel Sultanhan & The Bank Hotel Istanbul

Upon your arrival in Istanbul, you'll be met by your private driver, who'll drop you off at your hotel in the Sultanahmet district.

Day 2: Istanbul

Accommodation options: Levni Hotel, Pera Palace Hotel, Hotel Sultanhan & The Bank Hotel Istanbul

This morning you'll have a guided tour of some of Istanbul's highlights, including the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar.

Day 3: Istanbul

Accommodation options: Levni Hotel, Pera Palace Hotel, Hotel Sultanhan & The Bank Hotel Istanbul

Today you'll go on a food-oriented tour of Istanbul, starting on the European side before crossing the Bosphorus River into Asia. Taste local delicacies, from d...

Day 4: Pamukkale

Accommodation: Doga Thermal Health & Spa

You’ll be driven to the airport today for your flight south to Denizli. Upon arrival, you'll be driven in a private vehicle to Pamukkale. Once checked into your thermal spa hotel, we suggest you relax and make the most of the property's amenities.

Day 5: Kalkan

Accommodation options: Asfiya Sea View Hotel & Likya Residence Hotel & Spa

This morning, explore the ruins of Hierapolis atop the striking Pamukkale terraces. Later, you drive to Kalkan via the beautiful ruined city Aphrodisias.

Day 6: Kalkan

Accommodation options: Asfiya Sea View Hotel & Likya Residence Hotel & Spa

Today you're driven in a private car to the jetty, where you'll board a private boat for a trip across turquoise waters to the sunken city of Kekova. Here, you spend time with your guide exploring the city's submerged ruins.

Day 7: Kalkan

Accommodation options: Asfiya Sea View Hotel & Likya Residence Hotel & Spa

You have a free day to perhaps relax by your hotel pool, stroll along Kalkan’s charming waterfront, or take a local bus along the coast to explore the coves, bays and pebbly beaches nearby.

Day 8: Return home

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before being driven to Dalaman airport for your return flight home.

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Price From $3,655
Price per day$457
Last Updated: 5/15/2023

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