15-Day Eco Tourism Tour Turkey | La Vacanza Travel

15-Day Eco Tourism Tour Turkey

Duration: 15 days
Destination: Türkiye, Muğla, Marmaris
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Overview

Welcome to Turkey! The Aegean coast into the heartland of Turkey shows both the harshness and beauty of the landscape but also provides adventurists with all the excitement nature can throw at them. From Rafting in Dalaman, Hiking the Saklikent Gorge (the largest in Europe) and the famous Lycian Way to Paragliding at Babadagi from the heavens along an amazing coastline. An active tour combining the spirit of the local communities and hospitality of their people.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fethiye - Arrival Day

Pass By: Fethiye, Fethiye, Mugla Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
You will be transferred from Dalaman Airport or Fethiye bus station to your Hotel. On arrival please check 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 party and explore Fethiye. Dinner and overnight in Oludeniz or Fethiye

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Overnight in Fethiye Hotel

Day 2: Rafting in Dalaman

Stop At: Fethiye, Fethiye, Mugla Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
The Dalaman Experience. Here is your chance while on holiday in Turkey, to experience real adventure in the unspoilt mountain scenery! We raft through narrow limestone gorges, surrounded by magnificent pine forests, and tackle exhilarating white water. Bathe in natural Jacuzzis, swim in shallow pools, jump off rocks and drink from crystal clear streams. Adventure, challenge, adrenalin, thrill in southern Turkey. Dinner and overnight in Oludeniz or Fethiye.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:


Accommodation included: Overnight in Fethiye Hotel

Day 3: Saklikent Gorge

Stop At: Fethiye, Fethiye, Mugla Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
Drive to to and walk in Saklikent Gorge. You can choose Saklikent in Turkey for a very special holiday. You can walk in the Saklikent Gorge looking at the unique beauties and you can embark on an adventure by joining the Canyoning activities and you can feel excitement and freshness of the river by rafting and you can shout your freedom by paragliding. Or, visit the historical places. These activities don't require much effort. Dinner and overnight in Fethiye.
Duration: 5 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Fethiye Hotel

Day 4: Fethiye Butterfly Valley Tour to Kas

Stop At: Kas, Kas, Turkish Mediterranean Coast
We depart for Butterfly Valley by boat. The Butterfly Valley near Fethiye is a hidden gem of Turkey's Turquoise Coast. Deep, steep and accessible only by boat or via the Lycian Way walking trail, it is a protected site because millions of butterflies - over 30 daytime species including the Jersey Tiger Moth and 40 nocturnal species. After Butterfly Valley Tour then drive to Kas for the night. Dinner and overnight in Kas.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Kas Hotel

Day 5: Kas

Pass By: Kas, Kas, Turkish Mediterranean Coast
Explore Kas, just relaxing under the sun and to enjoy the beautiful Mediterranean. There are water sports available in the area, like canoeing, jet skiing, diving and paragliding. Dinner and overnight in Kas.

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Kas Hotel

Day 6: Demre

Stop At: Finike, Finike, Turkish Mediterranean Coast
Walk the Lycian Way to the sunken city of Aperlae. This island is partially submerged into the water because of earthquakes throughout history, and it is also known as the "Sunken City. " Across is Kekova island The island of Kekova is accessible by boat from Kas and offers a fun way to combine an exploration of ancient Lycian ruins with swimming in turquoise waters and a barbecue on the beach. Continue to main road then drive to Finike. Dinner and overnight in Finike.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Finike Hotel

Day 7: Olympos

Stop At: Olympos, Olympos, Turkish Mediterranean Coast
Walk the Lycian Way to Olympos & Chimaera - the unquenchable flame. One of the highlights of a visit is Chimaera, near the ancient city of Olympos. The chimaera, or mythical fire-breathing monster with the head of a lion, the torso of a goat, and the rear of a snake that allegedly roams the hills that are actually a series of eternal flames flickering along the rocky slopes above the ancient city of Olympos, which would account for the Lycians worship of the fire god Hephaestos (Vulcan). But never fear: According to legend, the Chimaera was slained by Bellerophon on his winged horse Pegasus. The fires are caused by the combustion of a predominantly methane gas mixture seeping out of the earth. Dinner and overnight in Olympos at Tree Houses & Bungalows.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Olympos

Day 8: Olympos Free Day

Pass By: Olympos, Olympos, Turkish Mediterranean Coast
Rest day in Olympos. Enjoy the sunshine and take in the views of natural magnificent beach & crystal clear sea, onto exploring the city, shop in the local markets, relax on the beach or enjoy with its unspoilt scenery in fascinating Lycian history. This part of Turkey's Mediterranean coast is the perfect place for an unforgettable holiday. Dinner and overnight in Olympos at Tree Houses & Bungalows.

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Olympos

Day 9: Termessos and Duden Waterfall

Stop At: Antalya Province, Antalya Province, Turkish Mediterranean Coast
After breakfast, we depart for Termessos. The ruins of the city of Termessos are perched on a 1050 metre high plateau on the west face of the Gulluk Mountain (Solymos) found in Mt. Gulluk National Park on the northwest of Antalya. A wild and splendid landscape surrounds the monumental traces of this city. Termessians (Pisidian people) lived in their impregnable fortress city and guarded their independence fiercely. Alexander the Great was fought off in 333 B. C. and the Romans accepted Termessos as an independent ally, not as a subject city in 70 B. C. Duden Waterfall It is situated in DSI state park. It has been used as a settlement area dating back to 5th century BC. There are ancient graves built near the waterfall, dating back to 3rd century BC. Discharge of the of the river is 25 million m3 per year and it is 25 meters in depth. Dinner and overnight in Antalya
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Best Western Khan Hotel

Day 10: Antalya - Egirdir

Pass By: Egirdir, Egirdir, Isparta Province
After breakfast, we depart for Egirdir. Egirdir is on the southern tip of the most beautiful Pisidian lakes. Egirdir is a fine place to stop in the midst of your journey for two days of quiet rest and contempation. Dinner and overnight in Egirdir.

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Egirdir Hotel

Day 11: Egirdir Free Day

Stop At: Egirdir, Egirdir, Isparta Province
Egirdir is beautiful and shows another side of Turkey all together. Swimming, boating and hiking can fill a few days if you want to be active. You can also swim in the beautifull natural lake that lies at Egirdir. There are famous fishes to be caught here that seem to have no bones The fish is extremly delicious so dont miss out on the traditional meal of seafood and the famous Turkish drink “Raki”. There are a number of small farms located in this area where you can see the workers using traditional methods of farming. You will be welcomed by all people in this region. Dinner and overnight in Egirdir.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Egirdir Hotel

Day 12: Egirdir - Konya and Cappadocia

Stop At: Cappadocia, Cappadocia
we drive to Konya and see the imposing green-tiled Mausoleum of Mevlana & museum, the mystic founder of the Sufi sect (Whirling Dervishes). After Konya Depart for Cappadocia. The strange but beautiful formation of Cappadocia has had this appearance for millions of years. When the volcanoes in the region were active, the lava which poured out covered all previously formed hills and valleys forming a high plateau. It is estimated that there are more than 600 rock-cut churches in Cappadocia. Walls were covered with beautiful frescoes and they were also influenced by the Iconoclast period in the 8th and 9th Century. The underground cities in Cappadocia are unique too. No one knows when the underground cities of Cappadocia were built, perhaps in Hittite times or as late as the 16th Century. Another region worth visiting in the area is the famous Ihlara Valley. Ihlara Valley (Canyon) is a deep, narrow river gorge cut through the tufa by the Melendiz RiverDinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antique Cave House Hotel or 5 Star Suhan Hotel

Day 13: Cappadocia Off Road SUV Tour

Stop At: Cappadocia, Cappadocia
The full day Cappadocian ATV Tour begins in the deeply set valley town of Urgup and will then drive through to the Uzengi River. The drive will take you through scenery that includes pigeon houses, the grape growing district and the near by wineries of Ortahisar. The ATV tour will then take passengers off the beaten track with a visit to the picturesque caves of the Red Valley. The ATV Tour provides the perfect opportunity to take a rest and soak up the natural beauty of the Cappadocian scenery. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antique Cave House Hotel or 5 Star Suhan Hotel

Day 14: Cappadocia Tour

Stop At: Cappadocia, Cappadocia
We'll pick you up from your hotel and depart at 09.00 o'clock to drive to Ihlara Valley. There, we'll walk nearly 4 km and visit the frescoed churches before it gets hot. Lunch is in Ihlara Valley, at bank of Melendiz River, which is flowing in the valley. After lunch, we'll visit Selime Cathedral and return back to Derinkuyu Underground City. On the way, we'll visit the Nar Crater Lake. Whilst all other tour groups are at Ihlara Valley, we will be in an underground city where temperature is 12-13 C afternoon. After we visit the biggest underground city of Cappadocia, we'll drive to the Pigeons Valley to see pigeon houses which were made to collect guano in. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight in Antique Cave House Hotel or 5 Star Suhan Hotel

Day 15: Cappadocia - End of Tour

Pass By: Istanbul, Istanbul
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. We make your return airport transfer services. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing us.

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions
  • Departure Airport transfer from Cappadocia to Istanbul
  • 3 nights hotel accomodation in Fethiye
  • 2 nights hotel in Kas
  • 1 night hotel in Finike
  • 2 nights hotel in Olympos
  • 1 night hotel in Antalya
  • 2 nights hotels in Egirdir
  • 3 nights hotel accomodation in Cappadocia
  • Guided tour in Fethiye Oludeniz
  • Guided tour in Rafting Dalaman
  • Guided tour in Saklikent Gorge
  • Guided tour in Butterfly Valley
  • Guided tour in Kas- Demre-Kekova- Finike - Olympos
  • Guided tour in Termessos and Duden Waterfall Antalya
  • Guided Egirdir Konya Tour
  • Guided tour in Cappadocia
  • All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
  • Hotel Room Taxes
  • Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
  • Professional English - speaking tour guides
  • 14x Breakfast
  • 14x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 14 nights

Exclusions
  • International flights
  • Domestic flights from Cappadocia to Istanbul
  • Insurance: All types
  • Tipping
  • City tax
  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section
  • Turkey entry visa
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Dalaman Airport, Ege, 48770 Dalaman/Muğla, Türkiye


Departure Time

09:30 AM


Return Details

Istanbul Airport, Tayakadın, Terminal Caddesi No:1, 34283 Arnavutköy/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Duration

15 days


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