Luxury Turkey Tours

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

Multi-country Tours

Highlights of Greece & Turkey
(16 days)
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus

Culinary Tour of Greece & Turkey
(10 days)
Athens, Crete, Istanbul

Culture & Ruins of Turkey

(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.

Itinerary Overview
Day 1

Arrive Istanbul

VIP airport assistance. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 3 nights

Day 2

Istanbul

Full-day private city tour

Day 3

Istanbul

Full-day private city tour

Day 4

Istanbul – Gallipoli & Troy – Canakkale

Private transfer to hotel for 1 night, with touring en route

Day 5

Canakkale – Pergamon – Sirince

Private transfer to hotel for 2 nights, with touring en route

Day 6

Sirince & Ephesus

Full-day private tour

Day 7

Sirince – Pamukkale – Istanbul

Private excursion to Aphrodisias, Hierapolis and Pamukkale en route to airport for flight to Istanbul. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights

Day 8

Istanbul

Morning private city tour. Afternoon private Bosphorus cruise

Day 9

Depart Istanbul

Private airport transfer. VIP departure assistance


Hotels
Istanbul:

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet or The Peninsula Istanbul (first stay)
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus or Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul (second stay)

Canakkale: Hotel Caeli
Sirince: Gullu Konaklari

Cost
$11,890 Per person based on double occupancy

Luxury Turkey Tours

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

Multi-country Tours

Highlights of Greece & Turkey
(16 days)
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir & Ephesus

Culinary Tour of Greece & Turkey
(10 days)
Athens, Crete, Istanbul

Testimonials

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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