Istanbul & the Turquoise Coast

Explore Turkey’s wonders: Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Turquoise Coast.

Istanbul & the Turquoise Coast

Explore Turkey’s wonders: Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Turquoise Coast.

Highlights

  • Explore Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman masterpieces, including the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque and the Sultan Ahmed (Blue) Mosque.
  • Explore the subterranean city of Cappadocia and marvel at its rock formations by stepping inside rock-cut chapels and churches adorned with frescoes, and exploring cave houses.
  • Sail along the sensational Turquoise Coast aboard an exclusively chartered gulet yacht, enjoying a relaxed cruise while stopping at ports along the way.
  • Be immersed in Turkish culture with a lunch in a private home, a visit to a mountain village, and flavorful Turkish cuisine and wine.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by AHI.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Istanbul, Turkey
Day 2: Istanbul
Day 3: Istanbul
Day 4: Istanbul
Day 5: Istanbul | Kayseri | Göreme National Park | Cavusin | Ürgüp
Day 6: Devrent Valley | Ozkonak | Avanos
Day 7: Ürgüp | Kayseri | Dalaman | Dalyan | Karacasöğüt | Cleopatra Island | English Harbor
Day 8: Cruising | Çati Bay
Day 9: Cruising | Yaliciftlik | Etrim
Day 10: Bodrum | Ephesus | Izmir | Istanbul
Day 11: Istanbul | Depart for U.S.

Host

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Susan Crowell

Professor of Art, Penny W. Stamps School of Art and Design and the Residential College

Fun fact

I am a rower and a beekeeper.

U-M Role

Beginning and Advanced Ceramics (Studio).

Trip Experience

I am looking forward to the flavors, aesthetics, history, and people of Turkey. The ceramics of Iznik. Spending time and learning with Michigan alums—I always enjoy them and make new friends when I host.

Available to Book
May 7-17, 2025

Starting price

$6,690

Deposit per person

$600

Countries Visited

Turkey

Activity Level

High
May 7-17, 2025

Starting price

$6,690
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$600

Countries Visited

Turkey

Activity Level

High
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