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Antalya, Turkey 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: Action/Adventure: Day 1: AYA101-101 Perge & Aspendos Day 2: AYA103-201 Kekova – Simena & Myra Day 2: AYA106-201 Side–Manavgat & Alanya Day 3: AYA108-301 Rafting at Serik Nature: Day 1: AYA105-201 Termessos Hike Day 3: AYA107-301 Olympos & Chimera Hike TERMS AND CONDITIONS: In selling tickets or otherwise making arrangements for field programs (including transportation, shore side accommodations and meals); the Institute of Shipboard Education (I.S.E.) acts only as an agent for others who provide such services as independent contractors. All participants accepting or using tickets or other arrangements for such services shall be deemed to agree and consent that I.S.E. shall not be liable or responsible in any way for any loss, death, injury, or illness to person or loss, theft or damage to personal property arising from or in connection with such services. I.S.E. shall not be responsible for cancellation of field programs for reasons beyond its control and in such event, at its option, may refund the purchase price. 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 STANDARD PRICE Early Booking coast to the city center to begin Adult $43 $41 your walking tour. Enter the old Child $22 $21 town in style by passing through TIME Hadrian's Gate, constructed in honor of his visit here in 130 AD. Date Time Walk into the 13th century as you Depart July 3 0900 pass the Yivli Minare Mosque, the Return July 3 1230 grooved minaret that has become HIGHLIGHTS a symbol of the city. Ancient harbor Antalya Archaeological Museum Stroll through narrow streets where pretty Ottoman mansions have been Old town converted to quaint lodges covered with bougainvillea vines. Time moves a little MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15 slower here, so relax and absorb the atmosphere. Later pass the Hidirlik Tower, a MAXIMUM CAPACITY: none 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. 2 AYA 101-101 PERGE & ASPENDOS (Morning Group) Half Day Journey back in time to the ancient city of STANDARD PRICE Early Booking Perge. Located on the east side of Antalya, it Adult $46 $44 was founded by Greek settlers following the Child $23 $22 Trojan Wars. Perge flourished under the TIME Selecuid Kings, who fortified the city for the fist time. In the Hellenistic period Perge’s prosperity Date Time was made in the coin minting industry. It was Depart July 3 0900 later used by Alexander the Great as his base of Return July 3 1230 operations. You will visit the 2nd Century Roman amphitheater and stadium, the HIGHLIGHTS city ramparts and the Roman city gate complex. You will also see the Nymphaion, Perge the Propylaion, the baths and the agora. Aspendos Ancient amphitheater Continue to Aspendos, whose amphitheatre is considered the most well-preserved MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20 in the Mediterranean. Built in the 2nd Century AD, it was used for major concerts MAXIMUM CAPACITY: none 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. Please note: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. AYA 100-102 ANTALYA ORIENTATION TOUR (Afternoon Group) Half Day Drive along the Mediterranean coast to the city center to begin your STANDARD PRICE Early Booking walking tour. Enter the old town in style by passing through Hadrian's Adult $43 $41 th Gate, constructed in honor of his visit here in 130 AD. Walk into the 13 Child $22 $21 century as you pass the Yivli Minare Mosque, the grooved minaret that TIME has become a symbol of the city. Date Time Depart July 3 1400 Stroll through narrow streets where pretty Return July 3 1730 Ottoman mansions have been converted HIGHLIGHTS to quaint lodges covered with Ancient harbor bougainvillea vines. Time moves a little Antalya Archaeological Museum slower here, so relax and absorb the Old town MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 15 atmosphere. Later pass the Hidirlik Tower, a squat stone cylinder that is believed to MAXIMUM CAPACITY: none 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. 3 AYA 101-102 PERGE & ASPENDOS (Afternoon Group) Half Day STANDARD PRICE Early Booking Adult $46 $44 Child $23 $22 TIME Date Time Depart July 3 1400 Return July 3 1730 HIGHLIGHTS Journey back in time to the ancient city of Perge. Located on the east side of Perge Antalya, it was founded by Greek settlers following the Trojan Wars. Perge Aspendos flourished under the Selecuid Kings, who fortified the city for the fist time. In the Ancient amphitheater Hellenistic period Perge’s prosperity was made in the coin minting industry. It was MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20 later used by Alexander the Great as his base of operations. You will visit the 2nd MAXIMUM CAPACITY: none 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. Please note: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. AYA 108-101 RAFTING AT SERIK – GROUP A **NEW!** Full Day Drive to the village of Beskonak STANDARD PRICE Early Booking and experience 14 km on the Adult $79 $76 Köprülü River! Raft on white Child $40 $38 water rapids while enjoying an TIME incredible view of the Taurus Date Time Mountains and the clean air in Köprülü Canyon National Park.
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