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Fascinating sights, scents and sounds reign in this fascinating land where Europe and Asia meet. With its ancient ruins, stunning landscapes and dramatic Turquoise Coast, Türkiye engages and beguiles, offering your small group limited to 24 travelers an unparalleled experience. The 15-day Turkish sojourn begins with four nights in Istanbul, the magnificent "Empress of the World" and Türkiye’s cultural and spiritual heart. Among the highlights are the Spice Bazaar, the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sofia and Topkapi Palace. Take a private cruise on the Bosphorus, wander the Grand Bazaar or explore independently. Leaving Istanbul, travel to Gallipoli, the haunting World War I battlefield, then ferry across the Dardanelles to storied Troy.
Discover Pergamum, one of Türkiye’s most spectacular ancient sites. Spending three nights in Kusadasi, tour Türkiye’s incomparable classical city, Ephesus, including its acclaimed "houses of the rich." Enjoy lunch in the rustic village of Sirince. Travel to the beautiful port city of Fethiye for a two-night stay. Visit the museum-like ghost town of Kayakoy, followed by an idyllic day cruising the tranquil Turquoise Coast on a privately chartered yacht. Journey along the coastal road with stops in Demre, for a visit to the Church of Saint Nicholas, and the ancient Greco-Roman city of Phaselis. The final destination is seaside Antalya. Visit its acclaimed Archaeological Museum and its charming Old Town and tour Perge’s outstanding Grecian ruins. Explore ancient Konya and discover the bizarre rock formations and underground cities of Cappadocia and the Goreme Valley on an optional 5-day/4-night post-tour extension.
Day 2 - Arrive Istanbul, Türkiye
Day 3 - Istanbul
Day 4 - Istanbul
Day 5 - Istanbul
Day 6 - Istanbul | Gallipoli | Canakkale
Day 7 - Canakkale | Pergamum | Kusadasi
Day 8 - Kusdasi | Ephesus
Day 9 - Kusdasi | Ephesus
Day 10 - Kusadasi | Fethiye
Day 11 - Fethiye | Cruising
Day 12 - Fethiye | Antalya
Day 13 - Antalya
Day 14 - Antalya | Perge
Day 15 - Depart for home city
Base Price: from $5,692* (air and taxes included) per person, based on double occupancy
- Additional solo supplement of $1,395.
- *Pricing dependent on departure city; Airline fees and taxes subject to change.
- Air upgrades may be available. Contact Odysseys Unlimited directly at (888) 370-6765 for options.
Inclusions:
- 13 nights accommodations in Deluxe and First Class hotels.
- 13 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 7 dinners including a Farewell Dinner.
- See brochure for full details.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: (877) 962-3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.