Alaçatı & Çeşme Chill Tour: Vibes, Streets & Snapshots

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Izmir, Turkey

5 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
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Overview

What's Included

Private transportation
Professional Photo Shoot

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

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Itinerary

Cesme Marina

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cesme Castle

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ilica Plaji

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alacati

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Alacati

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 35 reviews

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Guide Faruk was very...

Kousick_B, Dec 2025

Guide Faruk was very experienced and offered us a very relaxed but enjoyable experience. Faruk also provided a great deal of background information about Cesme and Alacaty. He was very polite and friendly. He also made an additional stop at a pharmacy for us to buy some medicine.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏 It was a real pleasure spending the day with you. I’m glad you enjoyed Çeşme and Alaçatı, and I hope to see you again one day.

Alcati and Cesme are...

Erica_M, Sep 2025

Alcati and Cesme are beautiful places. The tour was very friendly and helped us take some nice photos. Recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy you enjoyed Alaçatı and Çeşme, and it was a pleasure helping you capture those memories.

A day trip to Cesme and...

ALVIN_L, Sep 2025

A day trip to Cesme and Alacati is absolutely worth it. Cesme provided a relax seaside vibe and impressive Cesme Castle which gives both history and great views. On the other hand, Alacati is full of charm with its cobblestone streets, colourful stone houses, boutique shop and lively cafe which you can visit after a swim at the nearby beach. Shoutout to our guide, Faruk, for driving me around, guiding and explaining to his best ability. Together, the trip was a memorable experience.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏 I’m really happy you enjoyed both Cesme and Alacati with me. It was a pleasure showing you around

Private Tour Experience – July 29

Patrick_A, Jul 2025

I did a tour today (July 29) that was originally meant for four people, but I ended up being the only one—so it turned into a private tour, which was a great surprise! I didn’t have to rush, and the whole experience felt relaxed and personalized. My guide, Faruk, was incredibly kind and knowledgeable. He shared insights about the places we visited, and his friendly personality made the trip even more enjoyable. The highlight for me was the beach—I got to swim and cool off from the heat, which was perfect. The last stop of the tour was a really nice area with a mix of shops and restaurants. It’s the kind of place where you’d want to take your time—maybe grab a bite to eat or do a little shopping. If I could make one suggestion, it would be to add around 30 more minutes to the tour so visitors can actually enjoy that part, rather than just walk through it quickly. Overall, I had a great time and would highly recommend this tour. If you’re considering it, go for it. You might just get lucky like I did and have it all to yourself!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I’m really glad you enjoyed the tour and the relaxed pace. Your suggestion about adding more time is very valuable, and I’ll keep it in mind for future guests. It was a pleasure guiding you hope to see you again in İzmir! 🙏🌊

Visit Cesme and Alacati as a local

KATIA_F, Apr 2025

Faruk is the best travel companion. Very friendly and explicable as going for a tour with a close friend. Nice places and spots to visit in a relaxing way. He gave us the best suggestion for ice cream in Alacati. Do not miss a tour with him and also use him as a photographer :-)

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely words! It truly felt like spending the day with friends. I’m glad you enjoyed the tour and the ice cream in Alaçatı! And it was a pleasure to take your photos. Hope to see you again on another adventure!

We hade nice walk in the...

Irina_B, Mar 2025

We hade nice walk in the area. Luckily it wasn't crowded but in the same time most of places were closed. If you are looking for beautiful places and pictures for social media that's amazing tour for you. I think I'd like to spend bit more time in this area

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Glad to hear you enjoyed the walk! It’s definitely a great spot for photography. Next time, I hope you get to visit when more places are open so you can experience even more of what the area has to offer!

Excelent day trip! Must do it!

ILEANA_C, Nov 2024

I had been dreaming about visiting these places for a long time and now that I had the opportunity to be in Izmir for a few days , I couldn't miss the chance to visit Çeşme & Alaçatı. It was an amazing experience. The driver (Faruk is his name) picked me up from the hotel, and we started our trip to Çeşme. He is a very nice person, and even though at the beginning I was a little bit scared to go alone with a stranger on this trip, he gained my trust immediately. He speaks English, so this is a plus. About Çeşme and Alaçatı what can I say... absolutely amazing places, nice views, I highly recommend to go there and feel the vibe. It can't be described in words. I went there in the middle of november, and it was still really nice weather (20-21 degrees) and not too many people as I guess it is in summertime. I recommend this tour to everyone!

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words and detailed review! I’m glad you had a wonderful experience in Çeşme and Alaçatı, and it was a pleasure to guide you. Safe travels, and I hope to see you again on another adventure!

A great day

Alana_B, Oct 2024

Faruk is awesome! Super relatable guy who can help show you some beautiful sites. We used him since we couldn’t get to Alacati easily, but we were happy to get to know him! While it’s not a historic tour, you’ll get some great photo ops that Faruk will take(who is a wedding photographer) and see Cesme and Alacati! Experience took about 4.5 hours.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for the amazing review! It was great spending time with you and showing you around Çeşme and Alaçatı. I’m glad you enjoyed the experience and the photos! Safe travels!

Great experience, breathtaking views, and no worries about taking selfies!

Denise_P, Jul 2024

We enjoyed a wonderful day with Faruk! He's a nice young man. We were delighted with each of his suggestions for the day including where to eat lunch. The places he showed us were wonderful and so scenic. It was awesome to have a private tour and a professional photographer. We could be fully present knowing he'd capture our images. It's clear from looking back now how much better the photos from Faruk were compared with our selfies in other places. I highly recommend this tour or any he offers because Faruk is knowledgeable about Izmir and the area plus he's just so pleasant to spend time and talk to; he was truly invested in making the day memorable for us. We enjoyed every minute! So much so that we booked another tour with him the following day.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you so much for your kind and detailed feedback! I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed the day and the photos—it means a lot to me. It was a pleasure sharing these experiences with you, and I’m glad we could create lasting memories. Looking forward to our next adventure together!

Beautiful and relaxed experience

Alicia_D, Jul 2024

Faruk took good care of me. He accommodated my last minute reservation and showed me these two beautiful beach towns. He was very courteous and communicative. It was a nice and relaxed experience.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your kind words! I’m glad I could accommodate your plans and that you had a relaxing time exploring the beautiful towns. Safe travels, and I hope to see you again!

Great trip

Gevork_S, Apr 2024

My driver Faruk was outstanding. He made sure I had plenty of time in each place we visited and always was there to assist.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed the experience and had a relaxed, enjoyable time. It was a pleasure assisting you throughout the trip!

Exceeded Expectations

Yuvitkza_Q, Sep 2023

Faruk was unbelievable very attentive accommodating great communication and puntual to pick me up I really enjoyed this private tour it was beyond words will definitely recommend to anyone worth every penny snd more thanks Faruk to make it so special 🥰🥰🥰

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback! I’m thrilled to hear you had such a great experience and felt it was special. It was truly a pleasure showing you around. I appreciate your recommendation and kind words! Safe travels!

Easy going sunday trip

Marion_K, Aug 2023

Nice tour with a nice guy Faruk is like a friend. Friendly and flexible. Will book also other trips with him when I will come back to Izmir.

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for your kind words! It was great spending time with you, and I’m glad you enjoyed the tour. I look forward to showing you more of Izmir on your next visit! Safe travels!

Nice and lovely village

Hang_T, Jul 2023

I have a pleasure time with the nice tour guide, Faruk! Really enjoyable trip. I wish to come back one day and stay more time here.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you so much Hang ☺️

Schöne Kleine private Tour

Yessica_R, May 2024

Kleine Halbtagestour zu den beiden Orten. Sehr netter Guide, er hat mich sogar kurz zum Strand gefahren :o). Ich war ganz alleine und habe die Zeit sehr genossen. Ich würde jederzeit wieder bei ihm eine Tour buchen!!!! Die beiden Orte sollte man unbedingt gesehen haben!!!

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Vielen Dank für Ihre nette Rückmeldung! Es freut mich sehr, dass Sie die Tour genossen haben. Es war mir eine Freude, Ihnen diese schönen Orte zu zeigen. Ich würde mich freuen, Sie bei einer weiteren Tour wiederzusehen!