7 days in Turkish Aegean Coast Itinerary

The birthplace of Homer, the ancient port city of Izmir boasts a colorful heritage that includes traces of Greek, Armenian, and Jewish cultures.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Tue): buy something for everyone on your list at Forum Bornova. On the 1st (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at KEY Museum, take a stroll through Kemeralti Market, and then take in the exciting artwork at Arkas Art Center.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Izmir trip site.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Izmir is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You can also drive. When traveling from Riyadh in January, plan for cooler days and a bit cooler nights in Izmir: temperatures range from 9°C by day to 7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Kusadasi.

Unreservedly dedicated to tourism, Kusadasi sits on the Aegean coastline and acts as a gateway to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the country's major Greco-Roman archaeological sites.

On the 2nd (Thu), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kaleici Camii, then see the interesting displays at Ephesus Museum, then explore the ancient world of Ancient City of Ephesus, and finally look for gifts at Hacivat Shop.

To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Kusadasi online vacation builder.

Traveling by car from Izmir to Kusadasi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Turkey Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. When traveling from Izmir in February, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Kusadasi: temperatures range from 17°C by day to 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Fethiye.

A prosperous hub of tourism on the Mediterranean coastline, Fethiye boasts one of Turkey's finest natural harbors.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Oludeniz PlajI, then push the limits with an extreme tour, and then admire the ancient design of Lycian D Spa & Turkish Bath.

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You can drive from Kusadasi to Fethiye in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Kusadasi to Fethiye. February in Fethiye sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Marmaris.

One of Turkey's major port towns and tourist resorts, Marmaris sits on the stretch of the Mediterranean coastline popularly known as the "Turkish Riviera." Nestled between verdant mountain ranges and the sea, Marmaris draws sailors and divers from around the globe, its marinas packed with private yachts and tour boats.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): look for gifts at Trust Gold & Diamond Jewellery, stroll through Icmeler Beach, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally explore the galleries of Mona Titti Art Gallery.

For more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Marmaris route maker app.

You can drive from Fethiye to Marmaris in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In February in Marmaris, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to drive to Bodrum City.

More than a million tourists visit Bodrum City each year, drawn by its sandy beaches and luxury hotels.

On the 5th (Sun), go for a stroll along the water at D-Marin Turgutreis, surround yourself with nature on Aleyna Tours, then look for gifts at Zeytinlik The Olive Grove, and finally examine the collection at Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Mon): explore the historical opulence of Castle of St. Peter.

To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Bodrum City online road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Marmaris to Bodrum City takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Marmaris in February, plan for a bit warmer nights in Bodrum City, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.