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History comes alive on this cruise around the stunning islands and coast of Turkey.
Turkey by land is full of the mystique of times gone by. But when you explore Turkey by sea, you’re treated to all this, with the addition of stunning coastline and islands. From exploring an ancient, abandoned ghost town on the island of Kayakoy, to picking up some cooking tips from a local in Kekova, there are cultural and historic experiences aplenty. And that’s before you even consider the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea that are simply begging you to pop on a snorkel and slide in off the back of your gulet.
- Start
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Finish
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Turkey
- Style
- Peregrine
- Theme
- Adventure Cruising
- Code
- PETB
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 30
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Why you'll love this trip
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Explore the vibrant city of Istanbul, where east blends beautifully with west, and discover hidden gems on a guided walking tour with your expert local leader.
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Visit Gemiler Island, home to the ruins of an abandoned ghost town. Wander through the remarkable remains of this pretty little village with a spooky history and spectacular views.
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Swim and snorkel in the crystal-blue waters that surround the sunken city of Kekova, then enjoy an afternoon tasting delicious local cuisine.
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Select a fish of your choice from the market in Fethiye before visiting a local restaurant to have it cooked to your liking by the chefs.
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Join your leader for an orientation walk around the ancient town of Kas, which was the centre of Episcopacy in Byzantine times, and discover monumental tombs from Lycian times.
Is this trip right for you?
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This is a small ship Adventure Cruise, which means you’ll be sailing on a traditional Turkish gulet with up to 31 other people. The boat is comfortable, but the focus of this trip is exploring the wonders of Turkey – not the on-board activities. For example, instead of a pool, we have the sea itself and instead of a casino, we’ve got board games and a good book. There’s also no formal dress code to worry about. Wi-Fi is available for a small charge.
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Our ship uses engine power, with the occasional opportunity to hoist the sails, so all cabins will experience light engine noise when the ship is moving (and occasionally when we drop anchor). It’s probably worth packing earplugs if you’re a light sleeper.
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Onshore activities and excursions will involve a bit of walking. You’ll be visiting ancient sites and historical places, and at times you may have to cross cobbled streets and uneven ground. At certain times of year, the weather can get quite warm, so if you have any concerns, please speak to your local leader before taking part.
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There are no lifts (elevators) on-board our ships, so you’ll have to navigate a few steep flights of stairs. Handrails are always available.
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Our traditional gulet is air-conditioned but the air conditioner does not run at night to limit noise from the generator.
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The cabins on the M/S Grand Admiral gulet have ensuites and are comfortable, but quite small. It is advised to keep luggage to a minimum and use a soft bag for easier storage.
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Boats

MS Grand Admiral
Explore the coast of Turkey in traditional style aboard the Grand Admiral
Itinerary
Accommodation
- Legacy Ottoman Hotel, or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.An airport arrival transfer is included. This complimentary transfer is valid from both Istanbul New Airport and (IST) and Sabiha Gocken Airport (SAW), Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 15 days prior to travel (note - we may not be able confirm request made within 15 days of travel). Once you have provided your details a transfer representative will be booked to meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Included Activities
- Istanbul Walking tour
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Included Activities
- Kayakoy village visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Included Activities
- Kas orientation walk
- Sunset drinks at Kas ampitheatre
- Kas local dinner
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Included Activities
- Sunken city of Kekova
- Turkish cooking class
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Included Activities
- Myra Lycian city visit
- Simena Fortress Visit
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- M/S Grand Admiral (1 night)
Included Activities
- Fish market and local dinner
- Fethiye walking tour
- Butterfly Valley swim
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Please note that the swim stop at Butterfly Valley is weather dependent.Accommodation
- Legacy Ottoman Hotel, or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Meals
9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinnersTransport
Gulet, Bus, PlaneAccommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Gulet (7 nights)Included Activities
- Istanbul Walking tour
- Kayakoy village visit
- Kas orientation walk
- Sunset drinks at Kas ampitheatre
- Kas local dinner
- Sunken city of Kekova
- Turkish cooking class
- Myra Lycian city visit
- Simena Fortress Visit
- Fish market and local dinner
- Fethiye walking tour
- Butterfly Valley swim
Dates & availability - 2021 season
Trip departures are unavailable.
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Important notes
SINGLE TRAVELLERS
There are 2 dedicated single cabins on board for single travellers. If these cabins are fully booked, a single passenger cannot be booked or confirmed in a double cabin unless a single supplement is paid.

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