Guaranteed Departures from May through October
16 Days (8-days on the Mediterranean Coast)

Trip Details / 2010

May 07/June 04/Sep 03/Oct 01

Adult $7,200    Child $7,000    Internal Air $250

Teen Discount (12 to 17) $100

Prices based on minimum group size of ten, and are subject to change for smaller groups. Don’t see your travel dates? Please call or email us and we’ll set up a trip to meet your needs. 

 Day 1: Istanbul – Arrival
You are greeted upon arrival in Istanbul and escorted to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure before welcome briefing by Paris.

Day 2: Istanbul
A fascinating full day tour includes St. Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Roman Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and the mysterious Grand Bazaar. (B)

Day 3: Istanbul
Explore the Egyptian Spice Market and take the relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus. Then visit the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace. Join our optional dinner which includes Turkish belly dancing. (B)

Day 4: Istanbul – Trabzon
Tour the fabulous Topkapi Palace and fly to Trabzon. (B,D)

Day 5: Trabzon – Uzungol
Enjoy the visits of St. Sophia museum and Ataturk mansion in Trabzon. Then depart for the spectacular site of Sumela monastery which followed by the scenic ride to Uzungol. (B,D)

Day 6: Uzungol – Ayder
A wonderful sightseeing day which includes stone bridges, tea terraces and rivers of the Turkish Rainforests in the Kackar mountains. The hightlight of the excursion is Ayder plateau. (B,D)

Day 7: Ayder
Day at leisure. Optional day trekking to Kackar mountains. (B,D)

Day 8: Ayder – Istanbul – Marmaris
Fly to Marmaris via Istanbul. Upon boarding the yacht you will be greeted by a representative from Oba Tours who will welcome you aboard and talk to you about your blue cruise. Dinner will be served on board. After dinner, you may wish to do some shopping or visit a local night club on shore for an evening’s entertainment. Overnight in Marmaris. (B,D)

Day 9: Marmaris – Dalyan – Caunos – Ekincik
After brekfast on board in Marmaris port, you will begin cruising to Ekincik, one of the many unspoiled bays. On the way, you will stop at Semisce bay to pass some free time before lunch. After lunch at Ekincik, a fisherman`s motorboat will take you to explore the Dalyan river – visiting Lycian tombs, hot springs, mud baths and the ancient port of Caunos. You will also have chance to take in the sights of the Greek temples, Roman baths and Byzantine church also nearby before enjoying the scenic views overlooking the valleys of Caunos village on the way back to turtle beach and your gullet. Overnight in Ekincik. (B,L,D)

Day 10: Ekincik Kizilkuyruk Bay
After breakfast at Ekincik, cruise to Tersane bay where you can enjoy swimming in crystal clear waters and water sport activities. Late afternoon, will take you onto Manastir bay which was named after the ruins found there those are partially underwater and also known as Cleopatra`s bath. Enjoy your free time snorkeling, windsurfing and swimming. Overnight in Manastir bay. (B,L,D)

Day 11: Kizilkuyruk Tersane – Gemiler Island
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Manastir. After lunch, cruise to Gemiler island. The isolation of Gemiler makes it exotic and attractive and the small coves are great for swimming and relaxing. Sights of the Byzantine ruins with their mosaic floors make a ramble ashore well worthwhile. Overnight at Gemiler island. (B,L,D)

Day 12: Gemiler Island – Fethiye
Breakfast at Gemiler island. While away the morning in one of the bays close by. After lunch cruise to Oludeniz “The Jewel” of the Turquoise coast. This beautiful blue lagoon lies beneath the pine forested Baba mountain and boasts a long curving sand pit beach. Late afternoon to Fethiye. Overnight at one of the quiet bays in Fethiye. (B,L,D)

Day 13: Fethiye
After breakfast, your captain will take you to experience the most beautiful lagoons in the area -Bedri Rahmi and Aga Limani- heading on for the port of Fethiye after lunch. This coastal town offers a medieval monastery, the largest Lycian rock tombs in the area and good shopping for kilims, carpets and weavings. Overnight at a bay near Fethiye. (B,L,D)

Day 14: Fethiye – Marmaris
Breakfast in the bay of Fethiye before heading towards Kadirga bay where you will stop to enjoy lunch. During the afternoon you will head back towards Marmaris port, stopping at Paradise island. Time in the evening for fun farewells. Overnight at Marmaris port. (B,L,D)

Day 15: Marmaris – Istanbul
After having breakfast in Marmaris port, you will be escorted to the airport for the flight to Istanbul. (B)

Day 16: Istanbul – Return
The Oba Tours representative escorts you to the airport for the flight home. (B)

PRICE INCLUDES

• Elegant Hotels, such as 5-Star, 4-Star, Historical or Special Boutique Hotels. Plus cruise the Turquise coast.

• All transfers.

• Ground transportation by deluxe motor coach.

• Portage for two normal size suitcases except at the airport.

• Sightseeing tours as indicated including entrance fees.

• English speaking tour director.

• Meals indicated by the code letters: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner.

• Hotel service charges, tips and taxes.

• Travel documents kit.

PRICE EXCLUDES

• All airfares.

• Airport taxes.

• Personal expenses.

• Customary tips to drivers and guides, which are made at the traveler’s discretion.

• Optional tours in the package

Due to the seasonal change in pricing, please contact us for the current individual & group rates.