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Turkey
The Best of Turkey: A Journey by Land and Gulet
Program No. 18761RJ
Go off the beaten path as you explore the Turkey seldom seen by tourists. From meeting with a Sufi to expert-led walks and sailing excursions, this adventure has it all.
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LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Oct 13, 2025 - Oct 29, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Sep 15, 2025 - Oct 01, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Sep 22, 2025 - Oct 08, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Sep 29, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Oct 06, 2025 - Oct 22, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Oct 13, 2025 - Oct 29, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Oct 20, 2025 - Nov 05, 2025 (Ankara to Istanbul)
May 05, 2026 - May 21, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
May 12, 2026 - May 28, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
May 19, 2026 - Jun 04, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Sep 15, 2026 - Oct 01, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Sep 22, 2026 - Oct 08, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Sep 29, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Oct 06, 2026 - Oct 22, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026 (Ankara to Istanbul)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
15
Breakfasts
14
Lunches
14
Dinners
Total:
43 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance:
Vegetarian, Low Fat, Low Salt
Where You'll Stay
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
1 NIGHT
Location:
Ankara
Five star hotel with 83 rooms located in the city center. Within walking distance of key ministries, embassies and corporate headquarters.Easy access to Ankara’s many historic and cultural attractions.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Nevsehir
Alden Hotel was designed with the combination of the spirit and elegance of Cappadocia and was opened in 2023. The hotel, located in the center of Urgup and overlooks the town with its unique view due to its location. The hotel's architecture is a modern interpretation of the traditional mansions of Cappadocia blending in with its magical topography. The hotel features 77 rooms, 3 meeting rooms, restaurant, bar, lobby area, game room, yoga room, fitness room, spa service and an indoor pool.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Antalya
Situated in the city centre of Antalya, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean, Akra Barut awaits you for an amazing holiday with its deep blue clear sea, mesmerising nature and thousands of years of history. At Akra Barut which is 15 km to Antalya Airport and 13 km to Antalya Bus Terminal you will be part of moments full of fun, serenity and happiness.
Exclusively Chartered Gulet (yacht)
4 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
Step aboard an exclusively chartered gulet for a four-night cruise. Constructed of teak and oak, the gulet is a motorized sailing vessel unique to Turkey. A maximum of 18 Road Scholars are accommodated in twin-bedded cabins with private toilet and shower. Observation sundecks fore and aft provide ample room for relaxing underway. Meals aboard are prepared with fresh ingredients and feature typical Turkish cuisine, and are served in both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The gulet has a crew of at least three: captain, cook and deckhand(s). As there is no telephone service aboard the gulet, the telephone number provided, in case of emergency, is the Program Provider's office.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Aydin
Letting time stand still, escaping to be pampered in a place where the blue of the Aegean and the cobalt sky merge seamlessly into infinity, that's a luxury not everyone gets to experience… At LaVista Boutique Hotel & SPA , we bring you 280 degree uncut view of the Aegean sea , where you can watch the sun falling into the horizon slowly while you are sipping your gin & tonic, lose yourself in daydreams on our infinity pool , or discover 3,000 years of history of Ephesus.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Istanbul
The Armada hotel is centrally located in the old city of Istanbul, on the city's historical peninsula. It is surrounded by the ancient city walls and is within walking distance and has views of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii). Open since 1994, the building was constructed on the site of a series of row houses which were built for the marine soldiers of the famed Ottoman Admiral Hayrettin Pasha (Barbarossa) in the 16th century. The hotel's façade replicates the original structures.
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Documents
Personal Information and Preferences
After you enroll, we’ll ask you to provide or update your personal information and preferences, which includes your health information, lodging and meal preferences for your program.
Passport
A passport is required for this program. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
This information about travel documents pertains to participants holding U.S. passports. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Visas
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Traveling by Air
Plane
If Road Scholar is arranging your air travel to and from the program, and you travel on the scheduled start and end dates, you’ll receive free round-trip transfers from the airport to the hotel.
Arrival day is on October 14, 2025
Meet the group at Divan Hotel Ankara in Ankara
Start of Trip: 2:00 p.m. hotel check-in time; 6:00 p.m. Orientation; 7:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner.
Getting to the site: A group arrival transfer is organized for all participants who purchased an air inclusive program and arrive on the group date. Participants should look for their names on a sign board after clearing passport control and customs. Independent travelers may take a taxi directly to the hotel. Taxis are available outside the terminal and will cost around $40-50 USD to the hotel. Shuttle buses are available for all domestic and international aircraft landing at Ankara Airport, in front of the arrivals terminal. Ticket costs about $6 per person, is payable on the bus in cash only and the trip lasts about 40 minutes. Then taking another taxi required from the shuttle terminal to the hotel.
Getting to the site by train or bus: Shuttle buses are available to the city center. https://havas.net/en
Your trip ends on: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Istanbul at Armada Hotel Istanbul
End of Trip: 10:00 a.m. after breakfast; 12:00 Noon hotel check-out.
Getting to the airport: Group transfers from the hotel to airport in Istanbul will be arranged for all participants who purchased an air inclusive program and leave on the day the program ends. Independent travelers may take a taxi directly to the airport. Taxis can be arranged through the hotel desk and will cost around $40 - $50 USD to the airport. Taxis can comfortably take 3 people and luggage.
Information if you are purchasing your own airfare: Participants who have not purchased airfare through Road Scholar are responsible for making their own transfer arrangements to the first site at the beginning of the program, as well as from the last site at the end of the program. The Information Packet Road Scholar sends in advance of the program includes details needed to make your transfer arrangements. If you wish to purchase airfare through Road Scholar, please call (800) 241-1404. Please note: In the unlikely event Road Scholar must make changes to the program's arrival or departure details, we will notify all participants as soon as possible. Participants who have purchased Road Scholar airfare are protected against airline change fees; however, anyone who has not purchased Road Scholar airfare will be required to make their own adjustments and may incur fees imposed by the airline.
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