Turkey · Rafting

12-Day Turkey Tour from Istanbul with rafting, Pamukkale and Bodrum

12 Days Round trip from Tayakadın Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the World Heritage Site of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
  • 02 Stroll through the Grand Bazaar
  • 03 Relax at the beautiful Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall in Antalya
  • 04 Enjoy river rafting in Antalya
  • 05 Swim in the clear waters of Iztuzu Beach
  • 06 Capture the beauty of the Travertines in Pamukkale
  • 07 Explore the beautiful coves of Bodrum on a boat trip

Embark on a 12-day journey through Turkey, combining sightseeing, rafting, paragliding, boating, and beach time across some of the country's most famous destinations. Explore Istanbul's iconic landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, then continue to Antalya, Kaş, Fethiye, Dalyan, Pamukkale, and Bodrum. Along the way, capture the picturesque Karpuzkaldıran and Düden waterfalls, enjoy a mud bath in Sultaniye, visit the Travertines and Hierapolis in Pamukkale, and discover Bodrum Castle and its beautiful coves.

Embark on a 12-day journey through Turkey, combining sightseeing, rafting, paragliding, boating, and beach time across some of the country's most famous destinations.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Antalya, Istanbul, Fethiye, Bodrum, Pamukkale, Kaş, Dalyan
Languages English, German, Indonesian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Istanbul

  • Meet the tour representative at Istanbul Airport for pickup and transfer to your hotel.
  • Spend the rest of your time at leisure.

Overnight in Istanbul.

2
Day 02

Old City Tour of Istanbul

  • Go on an Old City tour in the Sultanahmet area. Visits include the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapı Palace.
  • Stroll through the Grand Bazaar and take a lunch break during the tour.

Overnight in Istanbul.

3
Day 03

Flight to Antalya and City Tour

  • Take an early domestic flight to Antalya.
  • Enjoy an Antalya city tour featuring Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall, Düden Waterfall, and the Old Town. You will also enjoy a boat trip and a cable car ride on this day.

Overnight in Antalya.

4
Day 04

Rafting Adventure in Antalya

  • Meet in the lobby by 10 am and depart from the hotel for Manavgat Village.
  • Take a break for photos at the Roman (Bügrüm) Bridge, then go rafting for 6 km.
  • Stop for a lunch break and continue rafting for another 8 km. Photography and a video show are available at the finish line.
  • Return to the hotel.

Overnight in Antalya.

5
Day 05

Kaş City Tour and Transfer to Fethiye

  • Check out from the hotel early in the morning and depart for Kaş. (2 hrs driving)
  • Have a short city tour of Kaş and then drive to Fethiye. Check into the hotel.

According to time permittance, you may swim at Phaselis ancient city beach.

Overnight in Fethiye.

6
Day 06

Jeep Safari in Fethiye and Drive to Dalyan

  • Check out from the hotel after breakfast. Optionally, paragliding is available early in the morning.
  • Go for the most popular activity in Fethiye: a full-day jeep safari tour.
  • Drive for 1 hour to Dalyan around 4 pm. Check into the hotel.

Overnight in Dalyan.

7
Day 07

Dalyan Boat Tour and Transfer to Pamukkale

  • Check out from the hotel early in the morning for another fun leisure tour. The day's activities include a Dalyan boat tour, swimming at Iztuzu Beach for 2 hours, a mud bath at Sultaniye mud complex for 1 hour, and a lunch break for 1 hour.
  • Return to Dalyan at 5 pm.
  • Drive for 3 hours to Pamukkale.

Overnight in Pamukkale.

8
Day 08

Pamukkale Sightseeing and Transfer to Bodrum

  • Enjoy the morning activity of a hot air balloon ride over the Travertines and Hierapolis for 1 hour (between 6:30-7:30).
  • Return to the hotel, have breakfast, and check out.
  • Go on the Pamukkale tour. Visit the Travertines, Cleopatra's Pool, and the ancient city of Hierapolis.
  • Stop for a lunch break during the tour.
  • Drive to Bodrum for 3 hours at 4:30 pm. Check into the hotel in Bodrum. The rest of the night is yours to be spent at Bodrum's popular clubs and bars.

Overnight in Bodrum.

9
Day 09

Full-Day Bodrum Boat Trip

  • Enjoy a full-day boat trip to the most beautiful coves of Bodrum, with lunch and transportation included. Spend the day swimming and relaxing in one of the best corners of the Mediterranean.
  • Return to the hotel around 5:30 pm, with free time to enjoy Bodrum's nightlife.

Overnight in Bodrum.

10
Day 10

Bodrum City Tour and Castle Visit

  • Enjoy a panoramic Bodrum city tour, followed by a lunch break.
  • Visit Bodrum's archaeological museum and Bodrum Castle.

Overnight in Bodrum.

11
Day 11

Return to Istanbul

  • Check out from the hotel. The rest of the day is yours until your departure for your domestic flight to Istanbul.
  • Visit a shopping mall en route, then transfer to the airport.
  • Arrive at Istanbul Airport and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Istanbul.

12
Day 12

Departure from Istanbul

  • Enjoy the day at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your international flight back home.
Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Travertines of Pamukkale, Düden Waterfalls, Bodrum Castle

Where this trip takes you

Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Travertines of Pamukkale, Düden Waterfalls, Bodrum Castle

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tayakadın 7 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All airport transfers
  • Guiding services during the entire trip
  • Transportation during the entire trip in a private and comfortable minivan
  • All parking fees and highway taxes

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • Lunches
  • Domestic flight tickets
  • Dinners
  • Activities such as rafting, paragliding, and clubbing
  • Tips for your guide and driver

What to bring

  • Swimming costumes
  • Trekking shoes
  • Hat
  • Sun-glasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Summer clothes
  • Clubbing dresses

Know before you go

  • For group sizes bigger than 12 pax, please get in touch.
  • This tour can be customized according to your request in duration, services provided, etc. We can arrange your hotels and domestic flight tickets as well.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Istanbul airport
Tour start
Tayakadın, Terminal Cad No:1, 34283 Arnavutköy/İstanbul, Turkey
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Tayakadın.

Watch the tourHQ film Watch the film

Create your own adventure

Can't find the perfect tour? Tailor your dream trip.

  • Tell us your destination, dates and group size.
  • Our travel experts and local guides design a tailored itinerary, just for you.
  • Enjoy your trip with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of.
Plan my holiday

Say goodbye to travel stress.

Starting from

USD 1,199 /person
Book This Tour

When

Travellers

Total