The most important advantage of Fly'n Drive program is that you can reach the untouched corners by your car where buses normally can not go in. Steer your car and your program as you like and as you wish. 

DAY 1 ISTANBUL

Welcome to the paradise of two continents. The capital of all empires. Just take tke key of your car and arrive at hotel, get acquaintance with this big city, check-in, just relax. Rest of the night is your perfunctory exploration around the hotel located in the heart of Istanbul. [B] 

DAY 2 ISTANBUL

Today's full day excursion will start with one of the landmarks of Istanbul. The Blue Mosque that is famous for blue and white Iznik tiles was built between 1609-1616. We'll proceed for the ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races and the center of Byzantine civic life, stands in the open space. The Basilica of St. Sophia, one of the finest buildings of all time built by Constantine the Great exploring the majestic serenity and the fine Byzantine mosaics of the building. Lunch at Konyali one of the well known restaurants in Istanbul. Time to visit Topkapi Palace having the galleries exhibiting the imperial collections of gorgeous crystal, silver and Chinese porcelain in Ottoman era. Visit Harem, the secluded quarters of the wives, concubines and children of the sultan, charms visitors, an exhibition of imperial costumes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the treasury and a priceless collection of miniatures from medieval manuscripts. [B] 

DAY 3 GALLIPOLLI - AYVALIK

Ready to start the engine? Today we'll depart for picturesque fishing town Assos along the Thrace and reach honoured Canakkale, while crossing Dardanelles by car-ferry, you can take the picture of World War I Memorial where half million soldiers lost their lives. Along Canakkale we'll stopover for Troy the antic city, famous for Homer's tales specially Iliad and Odyssey. Giant wooden horse is another must see of this small site. Later we'll arrive Ayvalik where the beautiful landscape and sandy beaches hugging each other. Ayvalik is also famous for its olive products such as village style olive oil, olives and beauty soap. Overnight at Ayvalik  [B] 

DAY 4 PERGAMON - IZMIR - CESME

Early in the morning we'll wind up towards Seytan Sofrasi (Devil's foot) where you can throw the nickels into a foot print to make a wish. You'll admire the spectacular view of Ayvalik from here, get your camera ready. Later we'll proceed for ancient Pergamon one of Turkey's finest archaeological sites. Acropolis, celebrated library, an impressive theatre, the temples of Trojan and Dionysus, the monumental altar of Zeus, the sanctuary of Demeter, a gymnasium and the Agora await your exploration. The Asclepion, (where Galen taught) located to the southwest of the lower city, was a sanctuary dedicated to the god of health. You'll be informed by selected guides. Arrive in Izmir, small city break then we'll proceed for Cesme that you can find one of the most beautiful 7 seas around the world. Those who wish to take the advantage of thermal springs, Ilicalar is the right place for you. The rest of the night is yours since Cesme offers wide range of entertainment.  [B] 

DAY 5 CESME

Today you'll get acquintance with this pretty resort that is always windy. Get the fresh and ionized air coming thru the sea. If you are heavy smoker, you certainly need this. Just pick your own beach as there are many of them. Ilicalar is the largest one, Vecamp has no difference from a swimming pool. The hot spring comes out the under the sea, and you'll not feel cool even in the winter times. If you prefer cooler water, Tursite is the most convenient beach for you, what about Altinkum? or the peaceful beaches of Boyalik, Erythrai or Ildir? Beach-land is the right nickname for Cesme. If you are good at windsurfing get your staff with you or just hire for your fun. Those who would like to visit historical sites, Cesme castle and Archaeological Museum await for you. Try buttered Turkish pastry near the harbor with tea. The rest of the night is at your leisure in Cesme.  [B] 

DAY 6 OZDERE - KUSADASI

Today we'll depart for the bird island where many liners and all yachts always pop in. Along the scenic Ozdere road we'll arrive at Kusadasi one of the major resorst in Turkey. This dazzling town is set in a very wide bay close to Ephesus, the most important historical site in Turkey. After check-in take the advantage of crystal clear water of Aegean Sea. Bustling grand bazaar is described in Turkish as "non existence is nay" refers to "you can find anything you want". Guvercin Ada is a place where you can have Traditional Turkish Coffee under the authentic marquee and the castle that you can explore with breathtaking view. There is nothing to say about nite-life of Kusadasi. You'll be the right person in the right place for unlimited entertainment.  [B] 

DAY 7 EPHESUS - DIDYMA

Today we'll explore Ephesus that is considered one of the most important historical sites and the commercial center of ancient times offering historic theater, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus, Basilica of St. John built on the site of the Apostle's tomb. We'd like to introduce the regional cop-shish a charcoal grilled shish-kebap with ayran in Selcuk. Follow on lunch, we'll wind up Virgin Mary's house that St. John brought the Virgin Mary to here after the death of Christ and that she spent her last days in a small house (Meryemana Evi) built for her on Bulbuldagi (Mt. Koressos). Now a popular place of pilgrimage for Christians and Muslims the house has received the official sanction of the Vatican, Later on, we'll arrive Didyma where the sun & sea hugs each other. You'll admire the beauty of the beach in Altinkum (Golden sand). Visiting the historical sites Miletos or Priene is your choice.   [B] 

DAY 8 BODRUM

Today we'll depart for the capital of entertainment in Turkey. Halicarnassus is a place where you can swim and dance. The crystal clear water offers you a good memory that you'll never forget, the places of entertainment are simply irresistible. Bodrum is a place never sleeps like NYC. At Gumusluk you'll never forget the taste of the charcoal fish with traditional anise spirit drink called raki and Turkish delicatessen as well, that's Turkish travel. In short you'll have lovely time in this yachting center and the environment of Halicarnassus. Just have fun as Mick Jagger and Prince Charles did.   [B] 

DAY 9 MARMARIS

We realised that you have been rushing for almost 8 days. We have no choice since we'd like you to see those beautiful resorts one by one. Now it's time for rest a bit. Here is the town which is proper for our aim. Marmaris is a lovely fjord-like resort and main yachting centre. The harbour is lying along the old town, the watersports are endless. Find the irresistable taste of Turkish cuisine in Marmaris. Thanks to the pine forest, natural honey is main product of this fantastic riviera. The nightlife is again dazzling in this lovely resort. You'll discover the beauty by walking along the shore under the palm trees. The rest of the night is yours. Go to the harbor where the entertainment is a nickname. [B]   

DAY 10 DATCA - MARMARIS

We advise you to have your breakfast in a strong way because you'll need an energy today. Knidos is a lovely picturesque town famous for its almond as well as its historical site. You'll admire the secluded bays of this huge peninsula. To reach this lovely resort by boat will give a small idea about blue voyage. Don't miss this journey. Sunset in Knidos is a another must see in this region. Late at dusk, time to back to Marmaris for your entertainment at night. [B]   

DAY 11 CAUNOS - IZTUZU BEACH - FETHIYE

Say goodbye to Marmaris, today you'll explore unusual places such as Caunos and Iztuzu beach. Our journey will proceed along the pine trees of West Aegean Coast and at first we'll reach Dalyan. The ancient city Caunos (The son of Miletos) dating 3000BC hugs you with its Lycean tomb rock. Just get off the car and hop on aboard since you can only see these beauty by cruising along the maze channells. Along the cruise you'll encounter the acropolis having the ruins such as the castle, theater and basilica. Get the advantage of the beauty bath thanks to highly sulphured natural thermal mud spa like Hollywood filmstar Dustin Hoffmann. Did you know that it's unique in the world? Later our boat trip terminates at Iztuzu beach that is strictly under controlled by the environmentalist and the government since this place is the natural habitat of endangered sea turtles named Caretta caretta which lay their eggs here. Time to have our lunch on the way back of Dalyan. Late at dusk we'll arrive Fethiye. Check in at hotel and just relax.  [B]  

DAY 12 FETHIYE - OLUDENIZ

Today we know that you won't give up to say wow, awesome and gorgeus since you are in one of the legendery beautiful sites in Turkey. Just follow the escort in Fethiye. First you'll be introduced ghost town, Kayakoy, then we'll proceed crystal clear lagoon that you certainly met one of the picture somewhere in the world. Choices are endless in Oludeniz. If you have an adventurer spirit, just take a jeep to the top of Babadag for paragliding into this secluded site. You'll take a deep breath for express your feelings whilst flying two hours time against this spectacular panorama from 2000m (806ft). Not only flying but also viewing is jolly nice this colorful sky-parade. What about the idea hop on aboard to explore the untouched places such as Agia Nikola and Butterfly Valley? See the paradise with your naked eyes. Those who want to still steer don't miss Saklikent, the ancient city Tlos, Xanthos and of course Patara Beach. Fancy riding horse in Patara Beach? You'll love Fethiye. Rest of the night is yours since there are so many places such as pubs and discos for your night entertainment. Small tip: Don't miss Hisarönü in Fethiye [B]  

DAY 13 KALKAN - KAS

Today we'll steer for the pretty and typical picturesque Mediterranean fishing town with unspoiled nature. Kalkan is a peaceful place for its fish restaurants, little bead -flourish shops and spotless clean pensions. It's always preferable by the people who'd like to take the advantage of silence of the nature and dance of the waves with the natural foods. You'll never forget the taste of the thymed virgin olive oil and olive with freshly baked hot bread. After Kalkan we'll proceed to Kapitas Beach. Here you'll see the real turquoise and you'll not be able to resist the invitation of the crystal clto ear water for swimming. Enjoy it. Later we'll proceed for Kas. Here we go! Welcome to the another Mediterranean fishing town. You'll be surprised when you see Meis Island within reach only 700m. belonging to the Greece. You'll again take the advantage of turquoise water however this time you will jump into sea from the rocks since there is no beach in Kas. Rest of the night is yours with live music bars and disco at the hotel  [B]   

DAY 14 DEMRE - KEMER - ANTALYA

Ready to depart for the capital of tourism in Turkey? Demre is the first place for stopover. Welcome to the St. Nicolaus's town where he spent his life. The seaman respects St. Nicolaus since he was saved from the storm with his grace. Next stop is Finike famous with its orange trees. 6 km later we'll arrive at Lymra an anvient city dated back 5th century B.C. You'll see Xatabura Mausoleum reflecting the arthitecture of Lycian Civilization. Gaus Ceasar who is the son of Julius Ceasar died while passing by from Lycia on the way back of Rome, so they built this mausoleum. Later we'll arrive Chimera passing by Kumluca. An ancient Lycian city Chimera is such an interesting site that you'll see the flames coming from underground from the eras. Then we'll pass the Hellenistic city Olympos with its beautiful environment. After lunch we'll depart for Phaselis with its three harbor. Rhodosian people established this ancient city in 693 B.C. Next stop is Kemer which is another paradise for the tourists. The authentic marquee at Moonlight Park is really interesting. We'd like you to have buttered regional pastry (gözleme) with ayran (yoghurt juice) under this tent in a very traditional way. Join the live ethnography museum by Deren Koray (DK). Welcome to the tourism capital and final stop for DK's specialized Fly'n Drive programme. Check in at the hotel desk and free time for your penfunctiory exploration. After dinner, just stroll around Kaleici district. Late at night take the advantage of the pubs, cafes with live music and the irresistable live atmosphere of Kaleici again.  [B] 

DAY 15 ANTALYA

It is imposible to see all historical sites within 2 days around Antalya however we'll choose the majority. We'll start to explore Antalya from the city center. We'll park the cars and we'll walk in Kaleici District to see the Hadrian Gate (constructed in 117-138 AD) which was considered as the entrance of Antalya, Hidirlik Tower, a typical Seljuk architecture Truncated Minaret which is the symbol of Antalya, Kesik Minaret and typical narrow Mediterranean style streets with its historical houses. Antique harbor is another main site to see for our strolling. Now we'd like to invite you a "grand falls cruise" from here in order to see the marvellious scenery of the falls from the sea. Time to have our lunch. Now we'll pass Antalya Museum that was awarded by the European Council in 1988 as the best museum of the year. Here you'll see an exhibit starting with the natural history section proceeding chronologically through the Stone and Bronze Ages and following classical and Hellenistic periods till the Ottoman Era. After museum we'll set free for your own exploration. Those who'd like to enjoy the crystal clear water why not going to Konyaalti Beach for the tepidity of Mediterranean? You can also get the advantage of shopping in Antalya for your souvenir. At night we'll have a dinner at Konyaalti District with unlimited entertainment. Dancing with belly dancer is compulsory tonight (We're joking)..  [B]  

DAY 16 ANTALYA - ALANYA  (& ENVIRONS)

Well, today is the final day of our tour. Early in the morning we'll depart for Alanya the port of Ottoman Empires with its beautiful environment. Time to wind up Alanya Fortress by car. Watch the spectacular view of Alanya from here. Now we'll steer Damlatas Cave with its damp air underground. After Damlatas we'll turn back Manavgat Falls. Here listen to the music of water which makes you relaxed under the sycamore shadow. We'll have buttered trout as a lunch in here. You certainly will love this. After lunch we'll drive for an ancient city Side dated back 7th century B.C. We'll enter here passing by the city walls. Columned street, the basilica, the museum and the 15000 spectator capacity stunning theater and the temple of Dionysus await us. When we'll reach the harbor we'll see temples of Athena & Apollo.  After Side we'll stop over Aspendos that is the best preserved amphi-theater in Turkey. Now it is still being used for the festivals and concerts with its 30000 spectator capacity. The basilica on the Acropolis and the best preserved Roman aqueduct are still glamour. Time to move towards to Perge which is another important ancient city dated back 12-13th century B.C. This Pamphilian city is considered as the greatest and the most glorius. The 15000 spectator capacity theater is still under construction then we'll visit well preserved and the impressive stadium. The Roman baths, the church, agora, the street having shops and the acropol are places for our visit.  Well, we know it was a great and tiring day for you. Those who would like to still have some juice (!) Düden Falls and Düden Cave are the last places for today's visit. Get ready for the farewell dinner at Kaleici District. Rest of the night is at your leisure.  [B]  

DAY 17 END OF OUR SERVICE

Well, today is the last day. Time to leave the key of your rental car at Antalya International Airport and to have your present in order to make this trip memorable. Thanks  fo choosing the right agency. See you in Turkey at one of our tours again since there is a great country offers many places. Have a nice journey home !  [B] 

   By D&K, what you see is what you get Enjoy your stay !

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