Trip Overview
Begin 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. Tour magnificently preserved classical Ephesus and visit rustic Sirince. Boarding a privately chartered yacht, take a day cruise along the “Turquoise Coast” visiting hidden sites and enjoying secluded coves. 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 22: Depart U.S. for Istanbul, Turkey
- Oct 23: Arrive Istanbul
- Oct 24: Istanbul
- Oct 25: Istanbul
- Oct 26: Istanbul
- Oct 27: Istanbul / Gallipoli / Troy / Assos
- Oct 28: Assos / Pergamum / Kusadasi
- Oct 29: Kusadasi / Ephesus
- Oct 30: Kusadasi / Ephesus
- Oct 31: Kusadasi / Fethiye
- Nov 1: Fethiye / Cruising
- Nov 2: Fethiye/Antalya
- Nov 3: Antalya
- Nov 4: Antalya / Perge
- Nov 5: Depart for U.S.
Pricing
Air inclusive from Boston, New York City, or Washington, D.C. (including airline taxes and fees):
- $5,792 per person double occupancy
- $1,195 single supplement
Land Only:
- $4,795 per person double occupancy
- $1,195 single supplement
Accommodations
- Four nights at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus (Deluxe)
- One night at Nazlihan Hotel (Not rated)
- Three nights at Charisma Hotel (Deluxe)
- Two nights at Alesta Yacht Hotel (First Class)
- Three nights at Akra Barut (Deluxe)
Optional Post-Trip Extension
Cappadocia & Konya post-tour extension
November 5-9, 2024
- $1,395 per person double occupancy
- $295 single supplement
What to Expect
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.
