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Turkey

Extension: Istanbul: Ancient City - Modern City

Program No. 16878RJ
Extend your adventure in Istanbul to gain deeper insight into the story of the city as you visit museums, palaces, religious sites and grand monuments.

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Prefer to enroll or inquire by phone? 800-454-5768
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May 3 - May 6, 2024
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899
May 10 - May 13, 2024
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May 17 - May 20, 2024
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Oct 4 - Oct 7, 2024
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Oct 11 - Oct 14, 2024
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899
Oct 18 - Oct 21, 2024
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Oct 25 - Oct 28, 2024
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899
DATES & starting prices
PRICES
May 3 - May 6, 2024
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1,229
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May 10 - May 13, 2024
Starting at
1,229
Filling Fast!
May 17 - May 20, 2024
Starting at
1,229
Oct 4 - Oct 7, 2024
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1,229
Oct 11 - Oct 14, 2024
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1,229
Oct 18 - Oct 21, 2024
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1,229
Oct 25 - Oct 28, 2024
Starting at
1,229

At a Glance

Delve deeper into the ancient and contemporary cultures of Turkey. From the Istanbul Archaeology Museum and the lavish Dolmabahce Palace to Istanbul’s Modern Art Museum and bustling squares — experts immerse you in the real Istanbul, bringing to life the city’s heritage of cultural fusion.

Program Extension

To take this extension, enroll in this main program first.

The Best of Turkey: A Journey by Land and Gulet

Go off the beaten path as you explore the Turkey seldom seen by tourists. From a private Sufi and Zikr ritual to expert-led walks and sailing excursions, this adventure has it all.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to one mile a day; some uneven terrain.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Marvel at the exquisite Sarcophagus of Alexander the Great and Sarcophagus of the Mourning Women at the Istanbul Archaeology Museum.
  • Visit the Dolmabahce Palace, the second palace of the Ottoman Sultans built in mid-19th century.
  • Gain an insight into Turkey’s contemporary art scene at the Istanbul Modern Art Museum.

General Notes

This program may only be taken as an extension of "From Legends to History: Turkey's Legacy of Civilizations and Culture" (#12828). Because of the special nature of this program, we request that you call us to enroll. Please call toll free at (800) 454-5768, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. ET.





Important registration tip:
If you want to attend the live lecture, please do not wait until the last minute to enroll.
If you enroll after a lecture is complete, we’ll send you a recording of the event.