Carolina Alumni Travel
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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 offers an unparalleled small group experience. The 15-day Turkish sojourn begins 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. Cross the Straits of the Dardanelles via the world’s longest suspension bridge to fabled Troy.
Discover Pergamum, one of Türkiye’s most spectacular ancient sites, and explore magnificently preserved Ephesus. Lunch in peaceful, rustic Sirince. Travel to the beautiful port city of Fethiye for two nights. Visit the ghost town of Kayakoy and relax on an idyllic privately chartered day cruise along the tranquil Turquoise Coast. 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.
- Each excursion on the tour has an activity level assigned to it. Please reference the brochure for each excursion's activity level
- Mild: Walk under 1 mile on mainly flat etrrain; navigate under 50 stairs; stand under 1 hour
- Moderate: Walk 1-3 miles on mainly flat/uneven terrain; navigate 50-100 stairs; stand 1-2 hours
- Active: Walk 2+ miles on flat/uneven terrain including up and down inclines; navigate 100+stairs; stand 3+ hours
- 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.