12 Day Bodrum &Amp; Aegean Tour

12 Day Bodrum & Aegean Tour

Includes a Hamam, village tour and a Turkish night out We also visit Dalyan, Ephesus, Pamukkale, with a boat trip and a day out on a jeep safari

Day 1 - Bodrum
You will be transferred from Bodrum Airport or Bodrum bus station to Hotel Kalender On arrival, we will check you into the hotel where your accommodation has been reserved for the night You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to enjoy and explore Bodrum

Day 2 - Hamam Turkish Bath in Bodrum is a must
Hamam, which is the word for the Turkish bath - surely, an unforgettable part of your holiday and the massage is the best part On the marble slab the guest will be a soaked from head to toe, then expertly scrubbed loosing all of your dead cells and dry skin, relax again and drift away as you are covered with soapy bubbles while the masseur straightens out all those knots and tense bits All you have to do then is to wash your hair and put on loads of sun cream before emerging onto the day The most refreshing experience available

Day 3 - Dalyan
Dalyan is a very popular small town not spoiled by buildings The wonderful 7 kilometer sandy Iztuzu Beach, which is accessible by a 45 minutes boat trip, is one of the last nesting areas for the Caretta caretta, Sea Turtles Between May and September, the female turtles come to the beach to lay their eggs, to keep check on them from time to time and finally to take their babies to the sea Caunos, the ancient city near modern Dalyan, was founded around the 9th century BC Once it was a Mediterranean city port, but over the centuries, the silt from the Dalyan River choked the harbor and today the town lies several kilometers from the sea Caunos is famous for its rock-cut tombs These were graves for the kings and important people of the city Since the Pagan people of the area believed in resurrection, they put lots of food, money, jewellery and other valuable items in holes at the entrance of the tombs, but because of grave robbers, nothing is now left today

Day 4 - Bodrum - Free Day
The day is yours You don't have to wake up early, enjoy the sunshine and take in the views and natural magnificent beach & clear sea and explore the city, shop in the local markets, relax on the beach or enjoy one of the many day trips you have to choose from These include Aqua Park, scuba diving, fishing tour and many more

Day 5 - Village Tour
Village Tour: Bodrum overflowing with boutiques, bars, cafes, and restaurants is considered as a sophisticated resort yet some 20 minutes away a rare opportunity to visit a un spoilt mountain village and experience rural Turkish life, almost unchanged for centuries Meet the humblest peasant whose generosity and kindness never fails to surprise and shows a hospitality that is long forgotten Visit the teahouse, the mosque and some local houses where you will experience delicious Turkish Cuisine and local spirits In the end, you will see an impressive display of local handmade kilims and carpets made by villager women

Day 6 - Ephesus
After breakfast in the hotel you will depart for our guided tour of Ephesus - one of the seven ancient wonders of the world These are only a few words that may describe Ephesus However, no one could adequately describe Ephesus with words; one has to see Ephesus to appreciate it A visit to Ephesus, one of the largest and best-preserved ancient cities in the world, is necessary for those who are interested in archaeology and culture Ephesus is 185 kilometers away from Bodrum An approximately three hours' journey through the cotton fields will bring you to this unique ancient site 07:00 Departure for Ephesus 08:30 Stop for an open-buffet breakfast with homemade marmalades, eggs and cheese from the village and the view of beautiful Lake Bata 11:00 Visit the house of Virgin Mary and the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus 14:00 have a very tasty lunch at the best restaurant of the area 16:00 Leave for Bodrum

Day 7 - Picnic Boat Trip
A day at sea with lunch included and served on board We set out at approx 11:00 to cruise the turquoise seas of the Bodrum coastline We will visit several of the most beautiful bays where you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear water or simply relax in the mild breeze, enjoy the stunning views and perfect your suntan to the sound of the gently lapping waves At the black island, half an hour from Bodrum, you can bath in the grotto where the warm mineral waters flowing out of the rocks are believed to beautify the complexion Back on land at approx 17:00

Day 8 - Bodrum - Free Day
The day is yours You don't have to wake up early, enjoy the sunshine and take in the views and natural magnificent beach & crystal clear sea and explore the city, shop in the local markets, relax on the beach or enjoy one of the many day trips you have to choose from These include Aqua Park, scuba diving, fishing tour and many more

Day 9 - Pamukkale
After breakfast we depart the hotel for our guided tour of the breathtaking white calcium cliffs of Pamukkale You can bathe in the heated waters and visit the ancient ruins also found here Pamukkale is 285 kilometers away from Bodrum An approximately four and a half hours' journey through forests and country villages will take you to this beautiful place 07:00 Leave for Pamukkale 09:00 Stop for a traditional Turkish breakfast 11:30 Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, walk on the snow? Ice? Mirage? Clouds? The beautiful cascades and swim in a spa 14:00 try some delicious samples of the Turkish cuisine 15:00 Leave for Bodrum

Day 10 - Turkish Night Out
If this is your first time in Turkey and you have never experienced a Turkish Night, we strongly recommend you go to one! Belly Dancers, Turkish folkdance, Turkish food and wine, a lot of music and dancing The program usually starts at 20:30 and goes on until midnight Turks really know how to have fun all together Great Turkish style entertainment for everyone Join us for an evening of eastern promise; sample the local cuisine, local meze and drinks You will be amazed the folk dances from all over the country and be entranced by the belly dancers in addition traditional Turkish hospitality

Day 11 - Jeep Safari
Driving in Suzuki Jeeps, our 130 km route is mostly OFF-ROAD and includes the most spectacular views and countryside of the entire region Leaving Bodrum at approx 10:00, we head east of the Bodrum Peninsula After a coffee break at Çiftlikköy, we reach the highest peak of the Peninsula affording a magnificent panorama Continuing through Etrim and Mumcular villages, we arrive at the sleepy hamlet of Mazy for lunch and a swim in the gorgeous bay We take in the pine forests and mountain scenery on our return journey to Bodrum for approx 17:00

Day 12 - Bodrum
After breakfast we check you out of the hotel and arrange your transfer services Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Turkey We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future on one of our tours again

Tour Includes
11 nights Accommodation at Hotel Kalender in Bodrum (with Breakfast and Dinner)
Return Airport transfer from Bodrum Airport or Bodrum bus station
Fully guided Ephesus tour
Pamukkale tour
Dalyan ( Caunos ) Tour
Turkish Village Life Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Turkish Night
Turkish Bath
Jeep Safari
Boat Trip
Picnic Boat Trip

Pricing and Bookings
Euro: €28900 Per Person from 16th September - 31st May
Euro: €33900 Per Person from 1st Jun - 15th September

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