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
(9 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Istanbul with Gallipoli & Troy, Canakkale & Pergamon, Sirince with Ephesus, Aphrodisias, Hierapolis & Pamukkale
Ideal for history and archaeology lovers, this private Turkey tour features a wide range of important sites, including the UNESCO World Heritage-inscribed ruins of Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus and Aphrodisias; the World War I sites of Gallipoli; and the unbelievably rich cityscape of Istanbul.
Begin in Istanbul. During flexible private touring of this UNESCO-inscribed city, visit sights such as the Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia), the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and its Harem, the Rustem Pasha Mosque, an ancient underground cistern and the Spice Market. Shop for carpets and kilims, jewelry, glass, textiles and antiques at the Grand Bazaar and our favorite boutiques. Also visit Istanbul's most interesting museums, such as the Istanbul Modern. There will also be time to enjoy the city's wonderful cafes and vibrant neighborhoods.
Next, travel along the shores of the Sea of Marmara, stopping in Gallipoli to visit World War I battlefields and monuments. Sail across the Dardanelles to tour the archaeological remains of Troy, the fabled city in Homer's epic The Iliad and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue to Sirince, a charming traditional village in the hills. En route, tour the sprawling ruins of the ancient city of Pergamon (Pergamum), another UNESCO site, including highlights such as the extraordinary hilltop Acropolis and the Asklepion. Another day, tour the magnificent, UNESCO-listed ruins of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Terrace Houses and the Ephesus Museum.
Next, see the Temple of Aphrodite and other UNESCO-inscribed ruins of the ancient city of Aphrodisias. Continue to Pamukkale, a UNESCO mixed cultural and natural site comprising sparkling white terraces formed by mineral hot springs and the ruins of Hierapolis, an ancient thermal spa.
Return to Istanbul for a stay in a room with a view of the Bosphorus. Continue your private city touring or opt for an excursion to Princes' Island.
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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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