Legendary Turkey

We are looking forward to safely traveling once again with alumni and faculty. Our hopeful planning is informed by University precautions and protocols. Due to the pandemic, Harvard has prohibited all University-related travel, both international and domestic, until further notice. Since group travel is planned far in advance, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to confirm your study leader’s participation before cancellation fees begin for your program.

Date: October 5, 2021 - October 19, 2021
Trip Type: By Land

Group Size: 12 to 24 guests
Price: From $5,492 per person double occupancy

Activity Level 3

General Terms & Conditions

More information coming soon.

Exotic sights, scents, and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet. With its ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and dramatic Turquoise Coast, Turkey offers an unparalleled small group experience. The 15-day Turkish sojourn begins with four nights in magnificent Istanbul, where highlights include the Spice Market, the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace, and a private Bosphorus cruise. Experience haunting Gallipoli, then ferry across the Dardanelles to storied Troy. Discover Pergamum, one of Turkey’s most spectacular ancient sites. After touring magnificently preserved classical Ephesus, stop in rustic Sirince. Boarding a privately chartered gulet yacht, take a distinctive four-night “Blue Voyage” along the exquisite Turquoise Coast, visiting the Sunken Baths of Cleopatra and secluded coves, and swimming, snorkeling, and hiking. In Antalya, tour the acclaimed Archaeological Museum, then encounter Perge’s outstanding Grecian ruins. Discover ancient Konya and the unique Cappadocia region with an optional 5-day/4-night post-tour extension.

Schedule by Day

Oct 5: Depart U.S. for Istanbul, Turkey
Oct 6: Arrive Istanbul
Oct 7: Istanbul
Oct 8: Istanbul
Oct 9: Istanbul
Oct 10: Istanbul/Gallipoli/Troy/Assos
Oct 11: Assos/Pergamum/Izmir
Oct 12: Izmir/Ephesus
Oct 13: Izmir/Göcek/Embark yacht
Oct 14: Cruising – Aga Limani/Cleopatra
Oct 15: Cruising – Göcek/Dalyan
Oct 16: Cruising – Gemiler Island/Kayakoy
Oct 17: Fethiye/Disembark/Antalya
Oct 18: Antalya/Perge
Oct 19: Depart for U.S.

Pricing

$5,492 per person, air inclusive from Boston, New York, Washington, DC
$4,395 per person, land only
$795 single supplement

Accommodations

Eight nights at deluxe hotels
Four nights aboard privately chartered yacht
One night (unrated hotel)

Extensions

Cappadocia & Konya post-tour extension
October 19-23, 2021

$995 per person
$175 single supplement

What to Expect

Activity Level 3

You should be in good overall health and able to walk up to three miles over the course of a day and stand for periods of time in museums and at historic sites, often in the heat of the day. There will be long days of motor coach traveling and sightseeing, moderate hikes on uneven terrain, and some walking up hills or stairs without handrails. Travelers should also be able to embark and disembark the yacht and motor coach without assistance.