Legendary Turkey

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

• $5,292 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

What to Expect

Activity Level 3