Highlights of Turkey
(9 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus
Turkey in a Week
(7 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus
Istanbul in Depth
(6 Days)
Best of Turkey
(12 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus, Bodrum
Active & Adventure Tour of Turkey
(16 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Alacati, Ephesus, Bodrum, Turquoise Coast
Classical Turkey
(8 Days)
Istanbul, Izmir with Pergamon, Ephesus, Aphrodisias & Pamukkale
Historic Turkey
(11 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir with Ephesus, Didyma, Priene, Miletus & Aphrodisias
Journey Through Turkey
(18 Days)
Istanbul with Gallipoli & Troy, Canakkale, Izmir with Ephesus & Aphrodisias, Pamukkale, Bodrum, Turquoise Coast, Cappadocia
Turkey: City & Sea
(9 Days)
Istanbul, Bodrum
Culture & Ruins of Turkey
(9 Days)
Istanbul with Gallipoli & Troy, Canakkale & Pergamon, Sirince with Ephesus, Aphrodisias, Hierapolis & Pamukkale
Turkey in Style
(10 Days)
Istanbul, Izmir & Ephesus, Bodrum
Highlights of Greece & Turkey
(16 days)
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus
Culinary Tour of Greece & Turkey
(10 days)
Athens, Crete, Istanbul
(10 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Athens, Crete, Istanbul
On this private culinary tour of Greece and Turkey, savor the flavors of the renowned cuisines of the region, tour local food markets, enjoy cooking classes and dine at the best local restaurants. Also, enjoy in-depth private cultural touring of Athens and Istanbul—two of the most ancient and culturally rich cities in the world—and get to know Crete, an island steeped in culinary and mythological traditions.
Begin in Athens, the capital of Greece and a showcase of ancient civilization. During touring with your private guide, visit the breathtaking Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient ruins (including the Parthenon), and the wonderful Acropolis Museum. One morning, explore the lively Athens food markets to learn about local ingredients and see stalls overflowing with the freshest produce and seafood. Then, enjoy a cooking class in a small, upscale restaurant with a Greek chef who creates some of the finest modern Greek cuisine in the city. The next morning, learn to make traditional Greek pies, including rolling the dough and filling it with ingredients such as spinach, feta, meat and herbs. In the afternoon, continue private city touring or take a scenic excursion to Cape Sounion to see the Temple of Poseidon and enjoy the sunset.
Continue to Crete, the largest of the Greek Islands and home of one of the world's oldest and healthiest cuisines. During touring, visit a local market to learn about local ingredients such as flavorful olives and olive oil, fresh fish, wild greens, and seasonal fruit such as oranges, figs and grapes. Then, enjoy a cooking class focused on Cretan recipes. One day, enjoy flexible culinary and cultural touring, including an excursion into the rolling hills to an olive estate for a private tour and olive oil tasting.
Continue to Turkey. During in-depth cultural touring in Istanbul, visit the highlights of this extraordinary city, such as the Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia), Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace (including its beautiful tiled Harem), and an ancient underground cistern. Time permitting, also visit the Grand Bazaar to browse for locally produced handicrafts such as carpets, jewelry, textiles and ceramics. One morning, enjoy a private tour of Istanbul's vibrant Spice Bazaar to see
stalls displaying neat piles of spices, herbs and fruit, and learn how these ingredients are used to create classic Turkish dishes. Later, enjoy a private Turkish cooking class followed by a lunch of your creations. In the afternoon, enjoy a private food tour of Istanbul and visit different neighborhoods to experience Istanbul's best street food stalls, specialty food shops, and small local restaurants.
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Highlights of Turkey
(9 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus
Turkey in a Week
(7 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus
Istanbul in Depth
(6 Days)
Best of Turkey
(12 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus, Bodrum
Active & Adventure Tour of Turkey
(16 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Alacati, Ephesus, Bodrum, Turquoise Coast
Classical Turkey
(8 Days)
Istanbul, Izmir with Pergamon, Ephesus, Aphrodisias & Pamukkale
Historic Turkey
(11 Days)
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir with Ephesus, Didyma, Priene, Miletus & Aphrodisias
Journey Through Turkey
(18 Days)
Istanbul with Gallipoli & Troy, Canakkale, Izmir with Ephesus & Aphrodisias, Pamukkale, Bodrum, Turquoise Coast, Cappadocia
Turkey: City & Sea
(9 Days)
Istanbul, Bodrum
Culture & Ruins of Turkey
(9 Days)
Istanbul with Gallipoli & Troy, Canakkale & Pergamon, Sirince with Ephesus, Aphrodisias, Hierapolis & Pamukkale
Turkey in Style
(10 Days)
Istanbul, Izmir & Ephesus, Bodrum
Highlights of Greece & Turkey
(16 days)
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus
Culinary Tour of Greece & Turkey
(10 days)
Athens, Crete, Istanbul
Turkey was fantastic. The itinerary was perfect, just the right pace and balance of shopping, cruising, and visits to historical sights. Our guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable about art, history and culture.
~ M.S., Scottsdale, Arizona
You arranged a wonderful trip to Turkey. It covered all of the highlights, was well organized, and also allowed flexibility. Artisans of Leisure is the best tour company we have ever used.
~ R.B., Jackson, WY
We had a wonderful time in Turkey. Everything was perfect…Even though we haven’t met personally, I felt as if you knew me and selected guides that were absolutely perfect for us.
~ G.K., New York, NY
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