Istanbul, Fethiye & Antalya Tour: 3 Days from City to Coast

Istanbul, Fethiye and Antalya in 3 days: the key facts

This is a 3-day, 2-night group tour that runs from Istanbul to the southwest coast and back. Day 1 is a guided walking day in Istanbul from 09:30, covering the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar, with Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia as optional entries, followed by a flight to Dalaman and a night in Fethiye. Day 2 covers the Fethiye Museum, the lagoon and beach of Oludeniz and the ghost town of Kayakoy, then a drive of about 3 hours to Antalya. On Day 3 you see Kaleici, Hadrian's Gate and the Duden Waterfalls before flying back to Istanbul.

It suits travellers who want to see the coast between Fethiye and Antalya in a short trip, with one flight out and one flight back. The price is from $1,110 per person.

How do the flights and the drive work?

You fly from Istanbul to Dalaman at the end of the Day 1 walking tour, and a driver takes you to your hotel in Fethiye. On Day 2 the coast drive from Fethiye to Antalya takes about 3 hours after the sightseeing. On Day 3 you fly from Antalya back to Istanbul, where our representative takes you to your hotel or to the airport for your flight home. The page does not give flight times or the baggage allowance, so ask for both before you book. Keep luggage light, since you carry it through the Istanbul day.

What do we see in Istanbul on Day 1?

The walk covers the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome with the Egyptian Obelisk and the Serpent Column, and the Grand Bazaar. Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia are optional: the Hagia Sophia ticket is listed at $40, and no price is given for Topkapi. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. For the mosques, cover shoulders and knees, women cover their hair, and shoes come off at the door.

What happens at Fethiye, Oludeniz and Kayakoy?

Day 2 starts at the Fethiye Museum, which holds ancient finds from the region. Oludeniz has the well-known blue lagoon and beach; the page does not say how long you stay, so if you want to swim, ask us in advance and pack swimwear in your day bag. Kayakoy is a village of stone houses left empty in the 1920s, walked on uneven paths. Then you check out and drive to Antalya. See our Fethiye guide for more about the area.

What do we see in Antalya on Day 3?

The last morning is in and around the city. You walk the cobbled lanes of Kaleici, the old town of Ottoman houses, pass through Hadrian's Gate, and visit the Duden Waterfalls just outside the centre. After the tour you go to Antalya Airport for the flight back. Our Antalya guide covers the rest of the city if you plan to stay on.

Which hotels are used?

The two included nights are in Fethiye and Antalya, both with breakfast. The page does not name the hotels or give their category. Ask us to state both hotels in your written plan, and tell us if you prefer a hotel close to the sea or to the old town. You reach Fethiye after a full Istanbul day and a flight, so the first night is mainly for rest; ask us roughly what time you will arrive.

When is the best time of year for this route?

Late spring, summer and early autumn are the seasons for Oludeniz if you want to swim, while spring and autumn are usually more comfortable for walking Kayakoy and Kaleici. Midsummer on this coast is hot, so carry water and sun protection. Outside the warm months, expect the Oludeniz stop to be a view of the lagoon rather than a swim. See our best time to visit Turkey guide.

Can we add days or stay longer on the coast?

Yes. The page lists two different day options: an extra Istanbul day placed as Day 2 for $235, and "add one more day to the tour" for $115, without saying where that day is spent. Ask us to confirm in writing which one fits your plan and what it includes. Extra nights in Antalya can also be added. If you want more coast and Bodrum too, compare the 4-day Istanbul, Bodrum, Fethiye and Antalya tour from $1,455 per person, or see our multi-city packages.

How do we book this tour?

Choose your date and number of guests in the booking form on this page and tell us your Istanbul hotel for the 09:30 pick-up. You can also message us on WhatsApp at +90 545 307 67 88. We check both flights and both hotels for your date and send the full plan in writing, with flight times, hotels and any extra-day costs, before you make any payment. Cancellation terms are on our cancellation policy page. Get Turkey Tours is operated by Viracocha Travel Turizm, TÜRSAB licence A-15751.