A dream-like summer tour combining Turkey’s tourism capitals in a single massive holiday plan. The Coastline vehicle route from Aegean to Mediterranean is a complete 14-day summer holiday fiction starting from Izmir and ending in Antalya. From the ancient columns of Ephesus to the white houses of Bodrum, from the hidden bays of Marmaris to the turquoise waters of Fethiye Ölüdeniz, and from the indigo blue sea of Kaş to the waterfalls of Antalya… Along this legendary coastline of thousands of kilometers, you will both have your fill of the sea and trace the Lycian, Ionian, and Pamphylian civilizations. Planning this corridor, which is unique especially for those going on long annual leave or hitting the road with their caravans, becomes easier and more fun than ever thanks to the Gezirota wizard’s map layers and rating filters. Secure your holiday by staying away from low-rated, poor-quality tourist places.
This road trip, stretching from the olive-studded hills of the Aegean to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, brings together popular ancient cities and natural wonders along Turkey's western and southern coasts. This historical adventure, spanning fourteen days, begins in İzmir, follows the coastlines of Aydın and Muğla, and concludes deep within Antalya. Tailored specifically for families, this route ensures that every day is spent exploring ancient settlements and experiencing the region's cultural heritage.
The first days of your journey are dedicated to archaeological sites around İzmir. Following renowned stops such as Efes Örenyeri, Artemis Tapınağı, and Şirince Köyü, you will witness history at the Tire and Ödemiş museums. After taking in the fresh air at Spil Dağı Millî Parkı, you will visit heritages like Klazomenai Örenyeri and Yeşilova Höyüğü. As you enter Aydın, monumental ancient settlements such as Magnesia Örenyeri, Alabanda Örenyeri, and Nysa Örenyeri will appear before you. Walking among these ruins, you will relive the splendor of the past.
As you head towards Muğla, your route takes you to Lagina Örenyeri, Stratonikeia Örenyeri, and the fascinating Kaunos Örenyeri. After wandering the desolate streets of Kayaköy Örenyeri, you will refresh yourself in the cool waters of Saklıkent. Around Fethiye, you will trace the Lycian civilization at Tlos Örenyeri, Pınara Örenyeri, and Letoon Örenyeri, and feel the tranquility around Girdev Gölü. Afterwards, the mystical atmosphere of Antalya will embrace you. You will see the unextinguishable fire of Yanartaş and rest near Olympos Örenyeri.
In the final days, you will examine artifacts in rich museums like Antalya Müzesi and Antalya Etnografya Müzesi. Following a walk among the columns of Perge Örenyeri, you reach the final stops, Güllük Dağı - Termessos Millî Parkı and Termessos Örenyeri. This inaccessible ancient city hidden in nature will be an impressive point of your trip. The landscapes offered by Güver Kanyonu will be etched in your memory as the closing scene of this mesmerizing journey.