All Around Turkey with Gulet Cruise: 17-Day Turkey Tour

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All Around Turkey with Gulet Cruise

A Journey Through History, Culture & the Turquoise Coast

Experience the ultimate adventure through Turkey’s most breathtaking destinations with the 17-day All Around Turkey with Gulet Cruise — a unique blend of cultural discovery, ancient history, and seaside serenity. This immersive journey begins in Istanbul, the vibrant city where East meets West, and continues through Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, and the Turquoise Coast, offering travelers an unforgettable exploration of Turkey by land and sea. 

Tour Overview

From the moment you step into Istanbul’s timeless charm to the moment you sail across the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet, this experience captures the very soul of Turkey. 

Each day reveals a new layer of history, culture, and natural beauty — from ancient ruins and fairy chimneys to turquoise coves and golden sunsets. This itinerary perfectly combines guided cultural exploration with the relaxation of a luxury Blue cruise, making it the most complete way to experience Turkey.

Dates and Prices:

  • Price Per Person: £3240 -25% OFF -£2430
  • Guests may also choose to pay in Euro and USD based on the daily exchange rate at the time of payment.
  • Please note that final charged amounts may slightly vary depending on your bank or payment provider.

27 April to 19 Oct Every Monday

First Departure: 27 April 2026

May 2026

  • 04th of May
  • 11th of May
  • 18th of May
  • 25th of May

June 2026

  • 01st of June
  • 08th of June
  • 15th of June
  • 22nd of June
  • 29th of June

July 2026

  • 06th of July
  • 13th of July
  • 20th of July
  • 27th of July

August 2026

  • 03th of August
  • 10th of August
  • 17th of August
  • 24th of August
  • 31st of August

September 2026

  • 07th of September
  • 14th of September
  • 21st of September
  • 28th of September

October 2026

  • 05th of October
  • 12th of October
  • 19th of October

Why Choose the “All Around Turkey with Gulet Cruise”?

  • Combines land and sea exploration for the most complete Turkish experience
  • Includes expert local guides, luxury accommodation, and all transport
  • Features a 7-day gulet cruise along the Mediterranean’s most scenic coastline
  • Perfect balance of cultural immersion, relaxation, and adventure
  • Operated by trusted travel experts and experienced crews

Who Is This Tour For

  • Adventurous travellers seeking a mix of nature, culture, and exploration.
  • Couples and friends looking for a romantic yet active getaway.
  • Solo travellers who enjoy meeting like-minded explorers in small group settings.
  • History and culture enthusiasts eager to see Turkey’s most iconic sites.
  • First-time visitors to Turkey who want a comprehensive experience combining sea and land.

This 17-day All Around Turkey with Gulet Cruise is the ultimate journey for travellers seeking both cultural discovery and coastal serenity. From Istanbul’s iconic skyline to the dreamlike landscapes of Cappadocia and the peaceful turquoise bays of the Mediterranean, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation — all under the warmth of Turkish hospitality.

FAQ – Cabin Charter & Gulet Cruises

What's included

Inclusions

  • Entrance fees on bus tour
  • 7-Day Gulet Cruise
  • 10-night Hotels and 6-night Gulet
  • Double, twin, triple, or shared cabins
  • Solo guests can share twin/triple or pay extra for private accommodation.
  • Free wifi on bus, hotels and gulet
  • Tour Bus with A/C
  • Professional Tour Guide

Gulet Cruise

  • Premium Gulet with AC (6 Hr / daily )
  • Drinks sold on bar only
  • Paddle boards, snorkelling gears
  • No guide on gulet cruise
  • Drinking water included
Not included
  • Entrance fees on gulet cruise
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Drinks
  • Travel insurance
Need to Know

On these captivating Turkey exploration cruises, guests can delve into renowned sites such as Istanbul, Gallipoli, Ephesus, Fethiye, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia with the guidance of knowledgeable historians and cultural experts. Following the discovery of these remarkable cities and ancient sites, travelers will set sail on a luxurious Gulet Cruise, allowing them to unwind in serene waters, uncover secluded bays, and visit charming islands along the stunning Turkish Riviera.


These hybrid journeys provide a perfect blend of experiences: a deep dive into Turkey's rich history through immersive land tours paired with the thrill of a gulet yacht experience. Ideal for those seeking a comprehensive Turkey holiday package, these excursions are coordinated by Farout's skilled professionals. Whether your desire is to explore Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, and other historical marvels or simply to bask in the serene beauty of the Turkish coastline, this fusion of cultural exploration and Blue Cruise presents an unmatched way to discover Turkey.

What to Bring?

Comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, sun protection, and light layers for evenings. For your cruise, please ensure you bring the following essential items: your passport (required for check-in), bath and swimming towels (as these are not provided onboard), and personal items such as sunscreen and after-sun lotion, mosquito repellent, seasickness tablets if needed, sunglasses, swimwear, a camera, and comfortable shoes for shore visits and excursions. Please note that shoes are not permitted to be worn onboard the gulet. Cigarettes and snacks such as chocolate or crisps are not sold onboard, so you are welcome to bring your own. You will also have opportunities to purchase supplies at certain harbour stops during the cruise. Kindly note that drinks of any kind, including bottled water, are not permitted to be brought onboard.


Your gulet cruise package includes cabin accommodation with a private bathroom, three meals per day plus afternoon tea, all gulet taxes, port fees and harbour charges, harbour departure paperwork, and bed linen. Items not included in the cruise price are drinks (available for purchase onboard), entrance fees to historical sites, optional excursions such as water sports or other additional activities, crew tips, bath and swimming towels, and snacks.

Tour program
Day 1: Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul: Taksim & Flower Passage

Upon arrival in Istanbul, you’ll be warmly greeted at the airport and taken to your hotel. You can check in and unwind or explore the city until you will meet your guide and fellow traveler at 7:00 pm for an evening introduction walk through Taksim Square and Istiklal Street, one of the most vibrant areas of the city.

Enjoy a lively Turkish Tavern Night at the historic Cicek Pasaji (Flower Passage), sampling delicious mezes and kebabs to the sound of local street music.

Highlights: Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Galata Tower, Turkish Tavern Experience.

Meals: Dinner included 

Day 2: Istanbul

Istanbul Old City & Bosphorus Cruise

Discover the soul of Istanbul with a full-day tour of its iconic landmarks — Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, and Spice Market.

End the day with a serene Bosphorus Cruise, admiring the skyline from the water as Europe meets Asia.

Highlights: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included 

Day 3: Gallipoli

Gallipoli: ANZAC History

Travel to Gallipoli, a site of immense historical significance. Visit ANZAC Cove, Chunuk Bair, and Lone Pine, where stories of heroism echo across the landscape.

Highlights: ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included 

Day 4: Troy

Troy & Pergamon: Legends and Ruins

Explore the legendary city of Troy, home to the mythic Trojan Horse, before continuing to Pergamon, known for its ancient library and the Altar of Zeus. After that, we'll head to the Ephesus region for an overnight stay. After checking into the hotel, you'll have some free time to relax.

Highlights: Troy, Pergamon Acropolis, Temple of Athena.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch included

Day 5: Ephesus

Ancient Ephesus & Journey to Fethiye

Step back in time in Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. Visit the Library of Celsus and the Temple of Artemis, before travelling to Fethiye for an evening at leisure.

Highlights: Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Library of Celsus.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch included

Day 6: Fethiye

Fethiye & Blue Lagoon: Begin the Gulet Cruise

Board your traditional Gulet yacht in Fethiye and set sail for Butterfly Valley and the world-famous Blue Lagoon (Oludeniz).

End the day with a magical sunset at St. Nicholas Island.

Highlights: Blue Lagoon, Butterfly Valley, St. Nicholas Island.

Optional: Paragliding over Oludeniz.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, 5 O'clock Tea, Dinner, Fruit Platters

Day 7: Kas

Kas & Aquarium Bay

Sail south to Kas, a charming coastal town known for its ancient amphitheatre and boutique shops. Kas is a small town with roots in Lycian, Roman and Ottoman cultures, has grown from a fishing village into a beautiful charming destination. Its harbour and 2,400-year-old marble streets invite leisurely exploration, with boutique shops famous for jewellery and crafts. Just beyond the town, the ancient theatre offers sweeping sea views.

Optional: Try scuba diving in Kas, one of Turkey’s top diving destinations.

Highlights: Kas, Aquarium Bay, Kocakari Bay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, 5 O'clock tea, Dinner, Fruit platters

Day 8: Simena

Sunken City & Simena Castle

Cruise over the mysterious 2,400-year-old Sunken City of Kekova, then hike to Simena Castle a small village of fewer than 50 houses, accessible only by boat or on foot for breathtaking sea views. End the day anchored in Gokkaya Bay, perfect for swimming and stargazing.

Highlights: Sunken City, Simena Castle, Gokkaya Bay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, 5 O'clock Tea, Dinner, Fruit Platters

Day 9: Demre

Demre & Turtles Bay

Visit Demre and Karemlik Turtles Bay, where you may spot the endangered Caretta caretta turtles. You may also explore Demre’s small market or enjoy a lovely Turkish tea at a local café.

In the afternoon, we cruise back to Kalekoy (Simena Castle), passing the Sunken City. Here you may paddleboard around or explore the Lycian Tombs, some of which rise impressively from the water.

Then, we return to Gokkaya Bay, a turtle breeding ground. In the evening, you may revisit Smugglers Inn Bar for another lively night.Enjoy another peaceful evening in Gokkaya Bay.

Highlights: Turtles Bay, Demre Harbour, Lycian Tombs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, 5 O'clock Tea, Dinner, Fruit Platters

Day 10: Limanagzi

Limanagzi & Firnaz Bay

Sail to Limanagzi Bay, a peaceful spot with crystal-clear water a tranquil spot perfect for swimming, before exploring Kas once more and anchoring overnight in Firnaz Bay. 

Highlights: Limanagzi Bay, Kas Amphitheatre, Firnaz Bay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, 5 O'clock Tea, Dinner, Fruit Platters

Day 11: Oludeniz

Butterfly Valley & Oludeniz

Return to Butterfly Valley. The valley is named after the rare Jersey Tiger butterfly and is nestled between towering cliffs. Then we will visit the famous Blue Lagoon in Oludeniz. The lagoon's calm, turquoise waters and white sandbar have made it a Turkish coastal icon. for another day of sea, sun, and exploration. 

Optional: Paragliding adventure over the lagoon.

Highlights: Butterfly Valley, Blue Lagoon, St. Nicholas Island.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, 5 O'clock Tea, Dinner, Fruit Platters

Day 12: Fethiye

Fethiye Harbour & Samanlik Bay

Enjoy your final morning at sea with a refreshing swim in Samanlik Bay before returning to Fethiye Harbour and disembarking your Gulet. Then you will be transferred to your hotel for the rest of the day, you will have time for leisure.

Highlights: Samanlik Bay, Fethiye Old Town.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13: Pamukkale

Saklikent Gorge to Pamukkale

Journey inland to explore the magnificent Saklikent Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in Turkey.

Continue to Pamukkale, the “Cotton Castle”, famed for its white travertine terraces.

Highlights: Saklikent Gorge, River Tubing, Pamukkale Terraces.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 14: Cappadocia

Pamukkale & Journey to Cappadocia

Relax in the natural thermal pools of Pamukkale before heading to Cappadocia, a region of extraordinary rock formations and cave dwellings.

Highlights: Pamukkale Hot Springs, Travertine Terraces, Cappadocia Arrival.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 15: Goreme

Cappadocia Highlights & Goreme Museum

Explore Goreme Open-Air Museum, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar Castle, and Cavusin Village.

Optional: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over the fairy chimneys.

Highlights: Goreme Museum, Uchisar Castle, Cappadocia Landscape. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 16: Istanbul

Derinkuyu Underground City & Salt Lake

Venture deep underground in Derinkuyu, one of Turkey’s largest ancient subterranean cities, then visit the stunning Salt Lake (Tuz Golu) with its pink-white shimmering hues. Following this visit, we will proceed to Istanbul, with an expected late evening arrival.

Highlights: Derinkuyu Underground City, Salt Lake.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 17: Istanbul

Farewell to Istanbul

Return to Istanbul for your final breakfast together. Take time to reflect on 17 unforgettable days across Turkey’s land and sea treasures before departing with lifelong memories.

Meals: Breakfast