ANTALYA, TURKEYAntalya, it was founded by Greek settlers following the Trojan Wars. Perge flourished under the Selecuid Kings, who fortified the city for the fist time. In the Hellenistic

ANTALYA, TURKEY Arrive: 0800 Wednesday, July 3

Onboard: 1800 Friday, July 5

Brief Overview: Turkey is a vibrant and astonishing blend

of history and culture situated at the crossroads of Asia,

the Middle East and Europe, commonly referred to as

Asia Minor. The southern city of Antalya may not be

familiar by name, but it has a rich Greco-Roman history

and was the starting point of St. Paul’s first missionary

journey. The newly restored “old town” oozes charm and

a wealth of artifacts and interesting exhibits are on

display at the Archaeology Museum. Be sure to try some

Turkish pancakes, Gozleme, while you are here and sip

some Turkish tea at a local tea house.

Nearby: Many sites of the early Christian church are

located nearby including Perge, Psidian, Antioch and

Iconium. The home of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus!) is

about 2 hours away in Demre, Myra. The world’s oldest

intact amphitheater is in nearby Aspendos and is still being utilized for performances. Beneath the

clear waters of the Mediterranean, the sunken city of Kekova is a fascinating place to explore.

Students may opt to hike to Chimera, the site of the eternal Olympic flame. You can also go river

rafting in the Taurus Mountains or spend a relaxing afternoon at one of the local beaches.

Overnight: The World Heritage Site of Pamukkale and its natural wonder “cotton castle” are considered

to be the “Yellowstone of Turkey”. Aphrodisias, the art and marble center of the Roman era, also

boasts the world’s oldest stadium. Xanthos, another World Heritage Site and the former capital of

Lycia, is a premier archaeological site. Buried under sand dunes, the remains of Patara are also a

spectacular site.

Suggested short-cuts to simple planning:

Register for the following “bundles” of trips based on your interests.

Archaeology:

Day 1: AYA101-101 Perge & Aspendos

Day 2: AYA106-201 Side–Manavgat & Alanya

Nature:

Day 1: AYA105-201 Termessos Hike

Day 3: AYA107-301 Olympos & Chimera Hike

Action/Adventure:

Day 2: AYA103-201 Kekova – Simena & Myra

Day 3: AYA108-301 Rafting at Serik

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Day 1: Wednesday, July 3

IMPORTANT: If you registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.

Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course:

ENWR 1559-101 Professor Bass Travel Writing, Section 1

SEMS 3500-501 Professor Loroz International Marketing, Section 1

BIOL 3559-102 Professor Genovese Marine Conservation Biology

SOC 3595 &

SEMS 3500-107 Professor Roberts Social and Political Dimensions of Climate Change

ANTH 2589 Professor Smith Introduction to Mediterranean Archaeology

COMM 4330-501 Professor Thomas-Hunt Negotiating for Value, Section 1

AYA 100-101 ANTALYA ORIENTATION TOUR (Morning Group) Half Day

Drive along the Mediterranean

coast to the city center to begin

your walking tour. Enter the old

town in style by passing through

Hadrian's Gate, constructed in

honor of his visit here in 130 AD.

Walk into the 13th century as you

pass the Yivli Minare Mosque, the

grooved minaret that has become

a symbol of the city.

Stroll through narrow streets where pretty Ottoman mansions have been

converted to quaint lodges covered with bougainvillea vines. Time moves a little

slower here, so relax and absorb the atmosphere. Later pass the Hidirlik Tower, a

squat stone cylinder that is believed to be the tomb of a 2nd century Roman

concul, as you wander down to the old harbor area. Not long ago this Roman harbor was falling into ruins. It is now an award-

winning yacht marina, surrounded by cafes, restaurants and charming shops with their vividly colored handicrafts. Complete

your morning with a visit to the Antalya Archaeological Museum. Take time to walk through the halls to see the relics

discovered in the Pamphilia Region of ancient Asia Minor from both Greek and Roman eras before returning to the ship.

Please note: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties.

STANDARD PRICE Early Booking

Adult $43 $41

Child $22 $21

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 3 0900

Return July 3 1230

HIGHLIGHTS

Ancient harbor

Antalya Archaeological Museum

Old town

MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15

MAXIMUM CAPACITY: none

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AYA 101-101 PERGE & ASPENDOS (Morning Group) Half Day

Journey back in time to the ancient city of

Perge. Located on the east side of Antalya, it

was founded by Greek settlers following the

Trojan Wars. Perge flourished under the

Selecuid Kings, who fortified the city for the fist

time. In the Hellenistic period Perge’s prosperity

was made in the coin minting industry. It was

later used by Alexander the Great as his base of

operations. You will visit the 2nd Century Roman amphitheater and stadium, the

city ramparts and the Roman city gate complex. You will also see the Nymphaion,

the Propylaion, the baths and the agora.

Continue to Aspendos, whose amphitheatre is considered the most well-preserved

in the Mediterranean. Built in the 2nd Century AD, it was used for major concerts

and plays until a few years ago. Dating from 1000 BC, the city was a major port and

considered a key stronghold in the region during the 5th Century BC. Water was brought to the city through a marvelous aqueduct

system which is also extremely well preserved. Walk thru this immense building and test the acoustics and view the still standing

aqueducts before returning to the ship.



Adult $46 $44

Child $23 $22

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 3 0900

Return July 3 1230

HIGHLIGHTS

Perge

Aspendos

Ancient amphitheater



AYA 100-102 ANTALYA ORIENTATION TOUR (Afternoon Group) Half Day

Drive along the Mediterranean coast to the city center to begin your

walking tour. Enter the old town in style by passing through Hadrian's

Gate, constructed in honor of his visit here in 130 AD. Walk into the 13th

century as you pass the Yivli Minare Mosque, the grooved minaret that

has become a symbol of the city.

Stroll through narrow streets where pretty

Ottoman mansions have been converted

to quaint lodges covered with

bougainvillea vines. Time moves a little

slower here, so relax and absorb the

atmosphere. Later pass the Hidirlik Tower,

a squat stone cylinder that is believed to

be the tomb of a 2nd century Roman

concul, as you wander down to the old harbor area. Not long ago this Roman harbor

was falling into ruins. It is now an award-winning yacht marina, surrounded by

cafes, restaurants and charming shops with their vividly colored handicrafts.

Complete your morning with a visit to the Antalya Archaeological Museum. Take

time to walk through the halls to see the relics discovered in the Pamphilia Region

of ancient Asia Minor from both Greek and Roman eras before returning to the

ship.



Adult $43 $41

Child $22 $21

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 3 1400

Return July 3 1730

HIGHLIGHTS

Ancient harbor

Antalya Archaeological Museum

Old town



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AYA 101-102 PERGE & ASPENDOS (Afternoon Group) Half Day

Journey back in time to the ancient city of Perge. Located on the east side of

Antalya, it was founded by Greek settlers following the Trojan Wars. Perge

flourished under the Selecuid Kings, who fortified the city for the fist time. In the

Hellenistic period Perge’s prosperity was made in the coin minting industry. It was

later used by Alexander the Great as his base of operations. You will visit the 2nd

Century Roman amphitheater and stadium, the city ramparts and the Roman city

gate complex. You will also see the Nymphaion, the Propylaion, the baths and the agora.

Continue to Aspendos, whose amphitheatre is considered the most well-preserved in the Mediterranean. Built in the 2nd

Century AD, it was used for major concerts and plays until a few years ago. Dating from 1000 BC, the city was a major port

and considered a key stronghold in the region during the 5th Century BC. Water was brought to the city through a marvelous

aqueduct system which is also extremely well preserved. Walk thru this immense building and test the acoustics and view the

still standing aqueducts before returning to the ship.



Adult $46 $44

Child $23 $22

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 3 1400

Return July 3 1730

HIGHLIGHTS

Perge

Aspendos

Ancient amphitheater



AYA 108-101 RAFTING AT SERIK – GROUP A **NEW!** Full Day

Drive to the village of Beskonak

and experience 14 km on the

Köprülü River! Raft on white

water rapids while enjoying an

incredible view of the Taurus

Mountains and the clean air in

Köprülü Canyon National Park.

All equipment; helments, life

jackets, and wetsuits (depending

on weather conditions) will pe

provided. After you get your

equipment, you will be informed about rafting and general rules. After rafting, a late

lunch will be provided before heading back to the pier.



Adult $79 $76

Child $40 $38

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 3 0900

Return July 3 1700

HIGHLIGHTS

Adventure rafting

Beautiful landscape

Lunch served


MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40

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Day 2: Thursday, July 4

AYA 202-201 FETHIYE – PATARA & XHANTOS - TLOS 2 days/1 night

Visit the Lycian region of ancient Asia

Minor on this trip. Your first day will visit

Tlos, an ancient ruined Lycian hilltop

citadel near the resort town of Kalkan.

Tlos is believed to be one of the most

important religious Lycian cities, settled

more than 4,000 years ago. Next you will

explore is Patara, a once flourishing

maritime and commercial city on the

south-west coast of Turkey. It is the

birthplace of St. Nicholas, who lived most

of his life in the nearby town of Myra. The

endless coastal strip and the remains of

ancient Patara under sand dunes is a

spectacular sight.

Visit Xanthos and Letoon, two neighboring UNESCO World Heritage sites, in the afternoon. Xanthos was the capital city of the

Lycian Federation and dates back to the 8th century BC. Letoon was the sacred cult center of Lycia and is located less than 10

km to the south of Xanthos. Return to Fethiye after your visit for dinner and an overnight stay.

Your next day begins with a visit to Telmessos, the largest city in Lycia. Located

near the Carian border, it is the site of the modern city Fethiye. The well-

protected harbor of Telmessos is separated from the Gulf of Telmessos by an

island. Check out the findings of the Archaeological Museum and visit Blue

Lagoon (Oludeniz), a remarkable wonder of nature. You will also visit the ruins

of Kayakoy village, once a place for Anatolian Greek-speaking Christians living

in Lycia but now a ghost town. Then head back to Antalya via Korkuteli, where

the ship will be awaiting you.

Please note: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Registration deadline is May 15.


Adult $283 $269

Child $142 $134

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 4 0800

Return July 5 1600

HIGHLIGHTS

Patara ruins

Xhantos

Ancient Tlos

Oludeniz



ITINERARY

Day 1: (D,L)

Drive to Fethiye via Korkuteli

Visit Tlos & Patara

Visit Xanthos & Letoon

Dinner and overnight in Fethiye

Day 2: (B,L)

Visit ancient Telmessos

Go to Kayakoy

Visit Oludeniz, Blue Lagoon

Drive to Antalya over Korkuteli

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AYA 201-201 PAMUKKALE – HIERAPOLIS – LAODICIA & APHRODISIAS 2 days/1 night

Explore the highlights of southern Turkey beyond

the Taurus mountains in this program. Explore

ancient social centers and natural features during

this trip through history.

The first day will bring you to Aphrodisias, named

for Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. See her

unique cult image, the Aphrodite of Aphrodisias. In

addition to being the art and sculpture center of

Asia Minor, Aphrodisias is also the site of the most

well preserved stadium and Grand Theater. Spend

your evening in Pamukkale, UNESCO a world

heritage site and enjoy a dinner with your group.

Day two will visit Hierapolis, a UNESCO

World Heritage Site. The hot springs

there have been used as a Spa since the 2nd century BCE. The large necropolis is

filled with sarcophagi. Visit Pamukkale, where the great “cotton castle” baths were

constructed with huge stone blocks without the use of cement. The complex, which

was constructed in the 2nd century BCE, constitutes a good example of vault type

architecture.

You will thengo to Laodicea, situated between the narrow valleys of the small rivers Asopus and Caprus. See the building built

by Antiochus II Theos, in 261-253 BC to honor of his wife Laodicea. Some of the earliest churches of Asia Minor were started in

this area. In fact, the Church of St. Philip was recently discovered by Turkish archaeologists. Head back to Antalya through the

scenic Taurus Mountains.

Please note: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Registration deadline is May 15.


Adult $266 $252

Child $133 $126

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 4 1300

Return July 5 1800

HIGHLIGHTS

Travertine & natural pools

Laodicea

Pamukkale

Aphrodisias



ITINERARY

Day 1: (L,D)

Head north to Aphrodisias

Overnight and Dinner in Pamukkale

Day 2: (B,L)

Visit Hierapolis

Visit natural pools & travertine

Visit Laodicea

Back to Antalya through Taurus Mountains

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asopus

http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Caprus&action=edit&redlink=1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laodice_I

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AYA 103-201 KEKOVA – SIMENA & MYRA - DEMRE Full Day

Spend the morning in the ancient Roman town of

Myra and the small town of Demre. Demre is

best known as the home of St. Nicholas – yes,

THAT St. Nick - who died here in 345 AD! Visit

rock-carved tombs, an ancient Roman theater,

the tomb of St. Nicholas and the beautifully

decorated church that is dedicated to him.

From Demre, you will continue to Cayagzi

and board a motorboat for a 2 hour cruise

along the Kekova shores. During the cruise,

youwill have the opportunity to see the

sunken city (caused by earthquakes) and

Lycian sarcophagus through the crystal clear

water. Then you can climb to the Simena

Castle and enjoy the view. Students may

enjoy refreshments, take time for a swim or paddle around in an ocean kayak (optional –

see below). Finally, visit ancient Teimussa to see the Lycian cemeteries and ruins.

Note: This program requires approximately 2.5 hours of travel time each way.

Please note: This excursion involved extensive walking and standing. Bring swimming suit, sunscreen and towel.


Adult $79 $76

Child $40 $38

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 4 0800

Return July 4 1900

HIGHLIGHTS

Kekova sunken city

St. Nicholas, Myra

Simena

Teimussa

Lunch



AYA 104-201 OPTIONAL SEA KAYAK in KEKOVA (only with AYA 103-201) 2 hours

Sea Kayaking is an exciting and fun

way to explore the famous Kekova

region. Paddle at your own pace over

the Kekora’s famous Sunken City.

The area is off-limits to swimmers

and divers, making kayaking the

best way to see this artifact. It is the

closest you can get to the

underwater foundations, walls and

mosaics dating back 2000 years.

Before you set out, our trained guides give a full briefing about the equipment we

use and safety. There is a safety boat close by at all times. The worst thing that

can happen is that you get wet! You don't need any previous experience to try sea

kayaking – the paddles are very light and we go mostly with the current. The first part of the trip is the longest leg taking us across

to the Ancient Shipyard (Tersane). Here we get our first swim break! Our paddling continues along the coast line over the sunken

city of Kekova. We then have our last leg of paddling back to base passing sarcophagi often poking out of the sea. Bring your

sense of adventure.


Adult $40 $38

Child $20 $19

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 4 1500

Return July 4 1700

HIGHLIGHTS

Kekova sunken city via kayak

Swimming (optional)



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AYA 105-201 TERMESSOS EXCURSION & HIKE Half Day

Start the morning with a hike up the Taurus Mountains

range to the ancient town of Termessos. The area is

sourrounded with pine trees and the ancient culture of

Pamphylia. Termessos was a Pisidian city founded on

a natural platform on top of Güllük Dağı and is one of

the best preserved of the ancient cities of Turkey.

During your two-hour hike, you will be able to explore

the see the city walls and gates, a gymnasium, and the

historical drainage system. Be on the lookout for an

ancient collonaded street! You can also see a necropolis, numerous sarcophagi,

an ancient amphitheater and, of course, a magnificent view.

Please note: This tour involves strenuous activity. Comforable shoes and a

summer hat are suggested. Bring bottled water.


Adult $32 $31

Child $16 $16

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 4 0900

Return July 4 1300

HIGHLIGHTS

Taurus Mountains

Ancient Termessos

Hiking



AYA 106-201 SIDE-MANAVGAT WATERFALLS & ALANYA Full Day

Head to Alanya, a pretty

holiday resort town. It was a

small town during the Roman

and Byzantine era, then called

Coracesion. While there you

will see the Damlataş Cave, a

masterpiece of nature known

for its currative affect on

asthma disease. Then stop to

visit the Archaeological

Museum of Alanya which has a

wonderful display of folk art and artifacts from the region. You will then drive up

to the citadel to view the town from the tope of the hill. From here, you can see

see the Red Tower built by Seljuk Turks in 1220.

Cool off with a swim in the turquoise waters at Alanya Beach before your lunch

break. Continue to Manavgat Waterfalls and the town of Side (meaning pomegranate). In Side you can visit the Grand Theater,

a Roman amphitheater built in the 2nd Century AD that holds 25,000 spectators. You will also see the remains of a basilica, a

market hall with shops and a Nymphaeum on the hilltop. Walk through the town built on top of these old ruins and see the old

harbor before returning to the ship.

Please note: This tour involves strenuous activity, comforable shoes and summer hat are suggested. Bring a swimsuit and

towel along with bottled water.


Adult $102 $98

Child $51 $49

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 4 0900

Return July 4 1800

HIGHLIGHTS

Side

Manavgat Waterfalls

Alanya

Lunch at restaurant



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Day 3: Friday, July 5

IMPORTANT: If you registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.

Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course:

ENWR 1559-102 Professor Bass Travel Writing, Section 2

ENWR 2559-102 Professor Muldoon Introduction to Creative Writing

AYA 107-301 KEMER – PHASELIS – OLYMPOS & CHIMERA HIKE Half Day

Drive out of Antalya through the Olympos National

Park to the resort town of Kemer. See the secluded

coves, beaches and holiday resorts during the

scenic drive. Explore the site of ancient Olymops,

abandoned in the 15th Century and the mysterious

Chimera, known for its volcanic activity.

Later drive to the ancient city of Phaselis founded by

the Rhodians in 700 BC. Phaselis, like Olympos,

was historically under threat from pirates in the 1st

Century BC. Wander along the old avenue,

stretching from one bay to another, as you visit the old theater and enjoy the peace

and tranquility of this spot. Drive back to Antalya at the end of the program.


Adult $73 $70

Child $37 $35 TIME

Date Time

Depart July 5 0900

Return July 5 1300

HIGHLIGHTS

Ancient Olympos

Mount Chimaera

Box Lunch



AYA 108-301 RAFTING AT SERIK – GROUP B Full Day

Drive to the village of Beskonak

and experience 14 km on the

Köprülü River! Raft on white

water rapids while enjoying an

incredible view of the Taurus

Mountains and the clean air in

Köprülü Canyon National Park.

All equipment; helments, life

jackets, and wetsuits (depending

on weather conditions) will pe

provided. After you get your

equipment, you will be informed about rafting and general rules. After rafting, a late

lunch will be provided before heading back to the pier.



Adult $79 $76

Child $40 $38

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 5 0900

Return July 5 1700

HIGHLIGHTS

Adventure rafting

Beautiful landscape

Lunch served



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ANTALYA, TURKEYAntalya, it was founded by Greek settlers following the Trojan Wars. Perge flourished under the Selecuid Kings, who fortified the city for the fist time. In the Hellenistic