Name: Turkish Legends & Coasts
Brand: Swan Hellenic
SKU: D2425091709

Itinerary

Istanbul bridges Europe and Asia, shaped by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans. This diversity infuses the city's architecture, cuisine, music and arts. Sites include the Hagia Sophia museum, a former church and mosque, the stunning Blue Mosque with six minarets, Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman sultans, and the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.

The Dardanelles strait, known as the Hellespont in antiquity, links the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea. This strategic 60 km passage between Europe and Asia has been contested for millennia, controlling access to the Black Sea. Mythology recalls Helle's drowning and Leander's legendary swim, later repeated by a 22-year-old Lord Byron. Today, tourists explore Gallipoli on the northern shore, the WWI campaign site where the Anzac legend was born.

The culturally significant seaport of Çanakkale is the gateway to the Dardanelles, connecting the Sea of Marmara to the Aegean Sea. This historic city in northwestern Turkey, on the Asian side of the Dardanelles Strait, is renowned for its role in the poignant Gallipoli Campaign during World War I, commemorated at the Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park. The ancient city of Troy, immortalised in Greek mythology, lies nearby.

Troy & Museum

Optional

03 h 45 m

Discover Troy Antique Site, with its 4,000 years of history, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world
After the visit of the aecheological site spend some time at the Museum, honoring this heritage and is a medium to tell the rich history of Troy

Assos Antique Site

Included

04 h 00 m

Discover the incredible history of Assos founded by Methymians from the Island of Lesbos in the 7th century BC
Have a full immersion in the history of this incredible site

Gallipoli

Optional

05 h 00 m

Explore Gallipoli’s historic peninsula, where courage and sacrifice echo through Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair
Join us in honoring those who shaped history

Kusadasi is the gateway to 11th century BC Ephesus, a well-preserved ancient site. This UNESCO-listed treasure was a vital Roman capital and religious hub from 129 BC. It features marble streets, the Temple of Hadrian, mosaic-adorned Terrace Houses, the Library of Celsus and the amphitheatre where St. Paul spoke. Nearby stood the Temple of Artemis/Diana, once among the Seven Wonders. The Seljuk archaeological museum displays Ephesus artefacts.

Ephesus Roman Villas

Included

03 h 30 m

Walk by the Temple of Emperor Domitian, Hercules Gate, Temple of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian and the public latrines
Admire the Terrace Houses "The Houses of the Rich", luxury Roman Villas

Olive Oil Museum With Organic Food Lunch In A Private Farm

Optional

04 h 30 m

Visit the Oleatrium Olive and Olive Oil History Museum, a hidden gem nestled amid the rolling hills just south of Kusadasi
Wander through the sun-drenched orchards of Degirmen Organic Farm
Enjoy lunch with and Olive Oil tasting and typical dishes

Didyma & Miletus

Optional

05 h 00 m

Wonder in front of the Didyma's Temple of Apollo
Learn the history of Miletus, home not only to explorers and traders, but to a significant intellectual community
Admire the famed sculpture of Medusa, whose gaze could turn anyone to stone

Easy Ephesus - PM Departure

Included

03 h 00 m

Visit the best preserved ancient site in Turkey as an exceptional testimony to the cultural, political, commercial and religious traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial and early Christian periods
Walk by the Temple of Emperor Domitian, Hercules Gate, Temple of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian and the public latrines
Learn about the cultural traditions and the enormous wealth of the city during the Roman Imperial period

Afternoon Escape at Jade Beach Club

Optional

03 h 00 m

Discover the beauty of Kusadasi’s coastline
Enjoy breath taking views of the Aegean Sea
Relax on the beach

Kirazli Village and Wine Tasting

Optional

03 h 30 m

Experience life in a typical village of Turkey
Visit Kirazli one of the few non-touristy places left around Ephesus
After the visit enjoy a wine tasting in a boutique winery

Türkiye’s coastal crown jewel, the vibrant port town of Bodrum and its surrounding peninsula offer ancient ruins and natural beauty in equal measure. Bodrum is home to the ruins of the Tomb of Mausolus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The tomb was destroyed by a series of earthquakes.Its stone was later used to build the UNESCO-listed Bodrum Castle built by the Knights of St. John in the 15th century in the bay.

The Crusader Castle of St. John: A Legacy Carved in Stone

Included

03 h 40 m

Discover St. John Castle, the imposing fortress guards vital sea routes on the Bodrum Peninsula. Its towers and battlements echo tales of storied past
Learn about the legend of the castle’s construction
Explore amphorae and massive copper ingots recovered from offshore shipwrecks—a testament to Bodrum’s maritime legacy

Bodrum Cullinary Experience In Vineyard

Optional

06 h 20 m

Join a small group at a vibrant Turkish country market
Venture to a charming stone village, where you’ll unlock the art of Turkish cuisine
Taste the very recipes you’ve prepared, paired with Turkish wine or beer

Karnas Vineyards Wine Tasting and Nibbles

Optional

03 h 45 m

Enjoy the landscapes on the Bodrum Peninsula
Learn all the secrets of the wines produced in the Karaova Valley
Taste 4 different wines

Datcha is a port town in southwestern Turkey on the narrow Datcha Peninsula on the Aegean Sea. Eski Datcha, the town's old quarter, enchants with its stone houses, narrow streets, and bougainvillea-clad walls. At the Datcha Peninsula's western tip, the ancient ruins of Knidos invite visitors to explore a bygone era. Once a thriving Roman and Byzantine trading hub, Knidos boasts an amphitheatre, a temple to Aphrodite and a 4th-century BC sundial.

Ancient Marvels of Knidos

Included

03 h 30 m

Explore the 5th-century BC city of Knidos, where history comes alive. Wander ancient streets, touch weathered stones, and immerse yourself in the pas
Stand before the legendary Temple of Aphrodite, a marvel of ancient craftsmanship. Its exquisite statue beckons admirers from across the Mediterranean
Join our voyage through time, where every stone whispers tales of beauty, trade, and wonder.

Datca Vineyard & Winery

Optional

03 h 30 m

Sample handcrafted Turkish wines in the airy, stone interior
Enjoy offering breath-taking views from the hill
Learn all secrets of this wine

Dalyan, on Turkey's southwest coast, set along the turquoise Dalyan River, faces the ancient city of Kaunos with its famous amphitheatre and cliffside King Tombs resembling mini temples. Nearby is Iztuzu Beach, or Turtle Beach, a nesting site for loggerhead turtles. The area also features the natural Dalyan Mud Baths and hot springs of Sultaniye village on Lake Köycegiz, said to be a favorite of Cleopatra.

As part of Türkiye's Turquoise Coast, Fethiye is known for its aqua-coloured waters. The modern town is built over the Ancient Greek city of Telmessos, the largest Lycian city. Lycian rock tombs carved into a bluff overlooking the city. include the 350 B.C. Tomb of Amyntas. The 400-km Lycian Way Trail connects sites from here to Antalya. Nearby, Ölüdeniz's Belcekiz Beach features the Blue Lagoon, while Butterfly Valley is a nature reserve.

A day in Xantos and Patara - Upgraged tour

Optional

08 h 30 m

Kayakoy

Optional

03 h 00 m

Visit the Turkish Ghost Town
Discover the history of the incredible place
Walk in a place full of history that has also be set for very famous movies in recent times

Tour Of Xanthos And Letoon

Included

04 h 30 m

Discover the remarkable archaeological complex of Xanthos-Letoon, the most unique extant architectural example of the ancient Lycian Civilization
Begin your visit in Xanthos, which was the capital of ancient Lycia
Continue then to Letoon, the ancient federal sanctuary, the place where all religious and political decisions

On Türkiye's Mediterranean coast, Alanya is known for its old town, Kaleiçi, a maze of cobblestone streets with Ottoman villas and Turkish bazaars. Perched above is Alanya Castle, a medieval Seljuk-era fortress. Beneath the heart of town lies Damlatas Cave with stalagmites and stalactites. Alanya's beaches and clear waters are perfect for swimming and water sports, particularly Cleopatra Beach, supposedly where the Egyptian queen herself swam.

Alanya City Tour

Included

03 h 15 m

Alanya’s Archaeological Museum, where Bronze Age relics and the dramatic bronze ‘Hercules’ statue will ssurprise you
Soak in breath-taking vistas of land and sea from the Castle
Discover its rich history and architectural significance of the Red Tower

Side Theatre & Damlatas Cave

Optional

03 h 15 m

Discover Side’s dramatic history—the rise, fall, and revival
Visit Damlatas Cave, where stalactites and stalagmites thrive, known as a ‘magic cure’ for respiratory ailments, this natural wonder invites you to breathe in its ancient healing energy
Stroll the ancient city where Marc Antony and Cleopatra once shared their romance

Paphos enchants with its neolithic origins and mythical ties to the goddess Aphrodite. The city and surrounding Paphos Archaeological Park hold UNESCO World Heritage status. Key sites include the Sanctuary of Aphrodite, an 11th-century necropolis, and the impressive Tombs of the Kings carved into rock. However, the crown jewels are the remarkable Roman mosaics within the House of Dionysos, House of Theseus, House of Aeon and House of Orpheus.

Baths of Aphrodite, Agios Neophytos Monastery & Wine Tasting

Optional

05 h 15 m

Visit the Baths of Aphrodite which is a natural grotto which consists of its botanical garden
Enjoy a wine tasting in a small local winery with traditional roots and a commitment to the very latest production methods.
Discover the Agios Neophytos Monastery and see the finest examples of Byzantine frescoes that date back from the 12th to the 15th centuries.

4x4 Jeep Safari Akamas

Optional

05 h 30 m

Let's go to the journey deep inside Cyprus’ last undeveloped coastal frontier, the wild Akamas Peninsula
Admire spectacular environmental wonderland: The Avakas Gorge, Lara and the Turtle Conservation Project, Baths of Aphrodite
Make an adventure trip for nature-lovers of all persuasions and for those just seeking a thrill

Quad Safari

Optional

04 h 45 m

Admire the Paphos Sea Caves, Chapel of Agios Georgios, Akamas Peninsula and even indulge in a turtle watching session at Lara Bay, topped off with a refreshing swim.
See the famous Paphos Sea Caves and the Chapel of Agios Georgios
Discover a Lara Bay conservation area for the endangered loggerhead sea turtle

Segway Experience

Optional

02 h 30 m

Enjoy a trip on electric two-wheel roller to Kato Paphos Archaeological Park where the preserved mosaics and ruins are mesmerising
Admire the historic alleys and streets of Paphos
See the former Byzantine castle, hear stories and anecdotes about the entire historic area

Hiking in Caledonia Natural Trail

Optional

06 h 15 m

Enjoy a hiking day trip is one of the most beautiful in Cyprus
Admire the Caledonia Waterfall which falls vertically from a height of 12 metres
Taste a typical traditional lunch in a family Cyprus restaurant

Paphos Region Mountain Bike Tour

Optional

05 h 30 m

Enjoy a mountain bike experience and the scenery of Aphrodite’s Rock to Aphrodite Hills
Admire a riding to Pissouri Village with multiple photo breaks along the way
Along the way you can see the green of the area blending with the blue of the Mediterranean sea

Sea Kayak Tour

Optional

04 h 40 m

Enjoy an exciting way to explore the area from a tiny fishing harbour at Agios Georgios during a relaxed paddle
Explore Yeronissos Island which is a tiny but impressive Island,bustling with sea birds and full of Roman history
Take a relaxed paddle to a rural beach on the edge of the Akamas National Park to see the turtle nesting activity

Visit to Vouni Panayia Winery

Optional

06 h 30 m

Visit a family winery Vouni Panayia and learn about the art of growing grapes
Enjoy an excursion on the 4x4 vehicle with the Oenologist to the vineyard’s area of Vouni Panayia
Explore the vineyard on foot and feel like part of the team in a behind of the scenes look at what goes into making the perfect bottle of wine!

Countryside People and Traditions

Optional

06 h 00 m

Discover the Agios Neophytos Monastery and see the finest examples of Byzantine frescoes that date back from the 12th to the 15th centuries.
Visit a Makarounas winery and learn from the the owner how the wine making knowledge is passed from generation to generation
Discover demonstration of bread and halloumi making in Sofia's Traditional House and enjoy a traditional Cyprus brunch

Culinary Experience of Cyprus

Optional

08 h 00 m

Visit the most beautiful and picturesque old villages in Cyprus, Omodhos village, which is still preserved in its original state
Explore the monastery of the Holy Cross with its excellent wood carving and old icons and see the stone houses and visit the Medieval Wine Press
Enjoy a cooking with chef, try yourself to prepare some basic dishes of Cyprus cuisine and taste a traditional Cyprus meze lunch

Phaphos City Tour

Included

04 h 15 m

Visit to Petra tou Romiou, the symbol of Paphos city.
Admire the colourful Dionysos mosaics renowned throughout the Mediterranean
Taste a Cypriot Delights (Loukoumia) in Geroskipou Village

Limassol is the second-largest city in Cyprus, lies between the ancient sites of Amathous and Kourion. The city has witnessed various occupations. Modern waterfront buildings and a sleek promenade stand in contrast to the ancient core of the Old Town. Notably, Limassol Castle played a historic role, serving as the venue for Richard the Lionheart's marriage to Berengaria of Navarre after his conquest of the island in 1191.

This itinerary provides general information about each destination. Also, please be aware that some of the venues and highlights mentioned may not be open or accessible on the day we visit. For the most accurate tour program, we recommend contacting your Swan Hellenic agent or travel agent closer to your departure date.

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Oceanview Staterooms measure 20m²(215ft²) and can accommodate two guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.

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Balcony Staterooms measure 25m² (269ft²) – including a 5m² (54ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two or three guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, a flame-effect fireplace and a luxurious bathroom.

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Premium Suites measure 41m² (441ft²) – including 8m² (86ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two guests. They feature a king size bed, separate living room, and flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom – with separate bath tub and shower – and a walk-in wardrobe.