From Legends to History: Turkey's Legacy of Civilizations and Culture
17 days
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The story of Turkey is a blend of cultures and people as beautifully complex as the mosaics left by the Byzantine. Join us and see for yourself what makes this country so unique.
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- A local artisan in Avanos teaches ceramic hand arts
- Visit the underground city in Cappadocia, complete with ventilation and communication systems
- Examine the exquisitely wrought biblical mosaics in Istanbul’s Byzantine Kariye Mosque
What's this trip about?
The story of Turkey is a blend of cultures and people as beautifully complex as the mosaics left by the Byzantine. Join us and see for yourself what makes this country so unique.
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
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Day
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Visit Love Valley & Village of Sinasos
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Program Concludes
In Flight B
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Morning: There will be group transfers from the hotel to Istanbul Airport, depending on the departure times of flights. This concludes our program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and...
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Last Updated: 2/8/2022
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Meals Included
- 43 Meals
- 15 Breakfasts
- 14 Lunches
- 14 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Low Salt, Low Fat
Age Requirements
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