Top Bodrum Day Trips

Combine a visit to UNESCO-listed Pamukkale Hot Springs with time to explore the Roman city of Hierapolis during this full-day excursion from Bodrum. Time travel to this former Roman settlement, exploring landmarks like the baths and ancient necropolis. Then head to the thermal pools for a soak in the mineral-rich waters, in use since ancient times. Entrance fees and a buffet lunch are included.

Visit some of Turkey’s most stunning outdoor settings—without the hassle of navigating the countryside on your own. This tour packs multiple Daylan excursions into a single action-packed outing. You’ll stop at an ancient harbor, 9th-century rock-cut tombs, and two wildlife-filled beaches. Enjoy free time to relax, topped off by a boat cruise. Lunch and hotel pickup are included, making this a scenic, worry-free day trip.

Visit the hot springs at Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis on a full-day tour from Bodrum. Have time to bathe in natural hot springs, walk along the travertine rock formations of Pamukkale, and more during a tour that includes lunch, dinner, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit UNESCO-protected Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary on a full-day trip from Bodrum. Take a walking tour around the ruins of Ephesus, once a great Roman sea port. See highlights including the Library of Celsus and Great Theater, and hear about life here 2,000 years ago. Then, visit the House of Mary, where a chapel marks what many believe to be Mary’s last home. Lunch, entrance fees, and transport included.

Step into antiquity on a full-day trip from Bodrum to the Ancient City of Ephesus that explores the ruins of a thriving Roman port and Meryemana, the Virgin Mary’s House. With an experienced guide to lead the way through the historic sites you’ll learn about daily life, religion, and culture in ancient Ephesus, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This full-day Ephesus tour includes round-trip transport from the Bodrum Peninsula, lunch, and entrance fees at the Ancient City of Ephesus.

Marvel at Pamukkale’s grand geology as well as the historic ruins of Hierapolis on this day trip from Bodrum. Explore Pamukkale’s famed ‘Cotton Castle,’ other-worldly terraced calcium pools, and opt to swim in Pamukkale’s modern thermal pools or the Roman Cleopatra’s Pool for an additional thrill at your own expense. Pair the glories of nature with the magnificent architecture of man at Hierapolis, an ancient city not far from the pools. See life and death as it was during Greco-Roman times when you tour the necropolis. A delectable lunch is included in this tour.

Bodrum is one of Turkey’s most scenic beach resorts, but the most stunning spots are out on the open water. During this fun-filled cruise along the Bodrum coastline, you’ll hop a sailing boat to discover out-of-the-way islands and caves, including hidden spots only accessible to boats. Bathe in an all-natural hot spring, snorkel in crystal-clear water, and dine on a delicious onboard lunch.

Explore the pine forests and culture of the Bodrum Peninsula on a full-day Jeep tour, and get off the beaten path with a local guide to lead the way. Get views across the region from the highest point on the Bodrum Peninsula, visit a small village for lunch on a working farm, then hit the beach on the Ciftlik Gulf. This fu;;-day Jeep tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels on the Bodrum Peninsula, lunch, and all transport.

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Discover the ancient city of  Ephesus on this full-day trip departing from Bodrum. A comfortable air-conditioned coach takes you from your modern Bodrum hotel back in time 2,000 years, after a stop for breakfast (own expense). Your expert guide leads you through historic ancient Roman sights like the Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre. Enjoy lunch, included on the tour. This tour is great for history buffs and novices alike.

The Bodrum Peninsula is one of Turkey’s most scenic settings, but the prettiest locations are often off-road. Get special access to hidden corners on the coastline with this off-the-beaten-track jeep safari. Hop a sturdy 4x4 to venture deep into the countryside, with stops at multiple traditional villages and time to swim in secluded, pristine beaches along the Mediterranean shore. Top it all off with a traditional Turkish lunch spread.

Experience the beauty of Turkey's Aegean coast on a full-day boat tour from Bodrum. Visit hidden bays and beaches, go swimming and snorkeling in the turquoise sea, and soak in the sights from the sundeck. You'll get great value on this all-inclusive boat excursion that includes lunch served on board the boat, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Sample Istanbul’s best bits and benefit from the undivided attention of your guide on this 4-hour private sightseeing tour – ideal for cruise visitors with just one day in port. Step off your ship and dive into the heart of historic Istanbul, as you tour the magnificent Blue Mosque, visit the UNESCO-listed Hagia Sophia and walk around the grand Hippodrome. Finish with a visit to the legendary Grand Bazaar, where you can practice haggling over everything from carpets to Turkish delights.

Spend a day on the Greek island of Kos with round-trip tickets from Bodrum on a high-speed catamaran or open ferry. With pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the Bodrum Peninsula, this 11-hour is a hassle-free way to explore the Dodecanese Islands, whether you’re interested in old town architecture, the ruins of an ancient city, a crusader castle, or just a day of sunshine and Greek cuisine.

Experience the rhythms of rural life in Turkey on a tour to a small village near Bodrum. Includes village tour, lunch with a local family, and round-trip transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Watch for sea turtles and ancient tombs along the scenic Dalyan River on a full-day tour from the Bodrum Peninsula that explores natural wonders, history, and Iztuzu Beach. Cruise to the Dalyan River’s natural mud baths and thermal pools, enjoy a buffet lunch at the edge of the water, and visit a fascinating Lycian necropolis. After following the river all the way to the Mediterranean Sea, hit the sand for some time on beautiful Iztuzu Beach, where Turkey’s sea turtles come to breed.

A day at sea with lunch included and served on board. We set out at approx. 11:00am to cruise the turquoise seas of the Bodrum coastline. We will visit several of the most beautiful bays where you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear water or simply relax in the mild breeze, enjoy the stunning views and perfect your suntan to the sound of the gently lapping waves. At the black island, half an hour from Bodrum, you can bath in the grotto where the warm mineral waters flowing out of the rocks are believed to beautify the complexion.

Enjoy an authentic taste of Grecian life as you set sail across the Aegean Sea for the beautiful Greek island of Kos. This day trip from Bodrum includes round-trip transport by hydrofoil and a full day to explore the island independently. Spend the day swimming and sunbathing on the beaches, tour the fascinating 14th-century Castle of the knights, hike to the top of Mount Dikaios, or enjoy the shops, restaurants and bars of Kos town.

Explore the highlights of the Turkish coast with a pirate's swagger on a full-day pirate boat tour from Bodrum. Your captain shows you scenic spots around Black Island, Camel Beach, and Aquarium Bay, and makes stops for swimming in the clear waters of the Mediterranean. The crew serves up lunch on board the boat, and you can even take an optional camel ride. Your tour includes the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the vibrant village of Etrim on a private 4-hour tour from Bodrum. After pickup from your hotel or port, private air-conditioned transportation takes you to the locally known Carpet Village. Etrim is the perfect place to buy authentic handmade souvenirs, including carpets, soap, and pottery.  Explore cafes, carpet workshops, a tobacco farm, and more with your private guide. The well-rounded tour also includes lunch at a local restaurant.

It is quite a long tour. We set off at 06:00 in the morning, depending on the intensity of the traffic program, it can last until 21:00 in the evening. Experience the geological wonder of Pamukkale and the ruined city of Hierapolis on this day trip from Bodrum. Witness the spectacular white terraces and pools of Pamukkale, known as ‘Cotton Castle’ to the Turks, which have been formed by the calcium of cascading hot springs. Then, explore Hierapolis, a Greco-Roman city built near the springs. View its colonnaded roads, theater and necropolis, and perhaps swim in Pamukkale’s modern thermal pools or Roman-built Cleopatra’s Pool (own expense). An included lunch adds an extra enjoyable touch.

A beautiful tour awaits you in one of the biggest tour boats in Bodrum, accompanied by our well-trained, modern and respectful team.

Combine a sightseeing cruise with a fishing trip in the Aegean Sea in this two-in-one tour. Board a fully equipped boat helmed by a captain with many years of fishing experience. Sip on unlimited drinks while enjoying views from the water. There’s a chance to swim in the Aegean's turquoise waters when the boat anchors in some beautiful bays. Plus, lunch is served on board to keep you replenished throughout the tour.

After pickup from your hotel, travel in a climate-controlled van to reach the town of Turgutreis. The town is known for its Saturday bazaar, which features hundreds of stalls operated by local merchants. You might sample some fruit or cheeses, and bargain for textiles, shoes, bags, spices, or other souvenirs. When you're done shopping return to your accommodation in Bodrum.