2020 Wilderness Travel Catalog of Adventures

The Turquoise Coast A MEDITERRANEAN VOYAGE WITH HIKES TO HIDDEN RUINS AND SEASIDE VILLAGES

Sun-drenched skies, a warm, translucent sea, a dream world of astounding Greek, Byzantine, and Roman treasures, bountiful, freshly made meals served on deck, and expert Trip Leaders who bring history alive—our idyllic voyage brings you all the pleasures of the Turquoise

to ancient times. Traveling by local boat along the Dalyan River, we explore Kaunos, an ancient harbor city with Greek temples, Roman baths, and a Byzantine church. We board our elegant gulet in the sailing haven of Göcek. Days 5-8 Lydae / Kaya Köy / Xanthos / Patara / Kas We hike across a peninsula to reach the hidden ruins of Lydae, accessible only on foot, swim in “Cleopatra’s Sunken Baths,” then head to Gemiler Island for a hike to the striking ruins of a Byzantine monastery. We’ll walk the lanes of the eerie Greek ghost town of Kaya Köy, then enjoy a home-cooked lunch with a family in a farming village. After visiting ancient Xanthos, a World Heritage Site, we relax with a swim in the sea at Patara and head to the harbor town of Kaş. Days 9-10 Kekova Island / Myra At Kekova Island, we see the submerged remains of Dolchiste, an ancient Lycian settlement, and at Myra, we’ll find fine examples of Lycian rock tombs set high on the hillsides. Days 11-14 Chimaera / Termessos / Antalya / Istanbul Sailing across the Bay of Finike to Cape Gelidonya, we contour the wildest and most beautiful part of the Turquoise Coast, with a hike to the legendary eternal flames of Chimaera and a visit to the haunting ruins of Termessos, a mountaintop acropolis. Depart on Day 14 via Istanbul, or join our extensions in Istanbul or Cappadocia.

HIGHLIGHTS • Explore Istanbul, gem of the Ottoman and Byzantine worlds • Hike to hidden ruins, swim and snorkel in the warm Mediterranean • Discover amazing Ephesus, Lycian rock tombs, ancient Xanthos • Enjoy the insights of superb Trip Leaders who are experts on the region • The finest gulets (yachts) in Turkey, with gourmet meals prepared by chefs • Optional pre- or post-trip extensions to Cappadocia or Istanbul DETAILS • 14-day trip begins and ends in Istanbul • 9 nights aboard yacht (single cabins available), 4 nights first-class hotels • All meals included except 2 dinners

Coast. Traveling cove to cove by traditional gulet (motor-sailing yacht), we snorkel above the ruins of ancient Aperlae, hike to spectacular Lycian rock tombs, stroll the lanes of magnificent Ephesus,

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enjoy lunch with a family in Bezirgan village, and savor on-board cuisine that’s beyond fabulous. Don’t miss this trip—it will be one of the most delicious, fascinating, and relaxing vacations you can possibly have! (Eastbound Itinerary) Days 1-4 Istanbul / Ephesus / Kaunos / Göcek Our insider’s experience of Istanbul brings us to Ottoman-era gems including the amazing Topkapi Palace, and we cruise by private boat at sunset along the Bosphorus. At breathtaking Ephesus, we walk the marble-paved Arcadian Way, feeling transported back

DATES May 20-Jun 2, 2020 Sep 2-15 Jun 3-16 Sep 13-26 Jun 14-27

Sep 30-Oct 13

TRIP COST $6395 (9-11 members) $6995 (5-8 members)

Single supplement: $450 (Hotel only) Single supplement: $800 (boat only) Internal airfare: $390 (subject to change) Inside Istanbul Extension: from $855 Cappadocia Extension: from $1225 TRIP LEVEL 1 2 + 3 4 5 6 6 days easy to moderate optional day hikes, 1-4 hours, some steep sections

Traveling by traditional yacht, we hike to remote ruins, explore hidden coves, swim in warm waters, and savor delicious meals al fresco prepared by our on-board chef.

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