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ISTANBUL, TURKEY Arrive: 0800 Saturday, 21 July

Onboard: 1800 Wednesday 25 July

Brief Overview: Turkey is a vibrant and

astonishing blend of history and culture

situated at the crossroads of Asia, the Middle

East and Europe. Istanbul’s (formerly

Constantinople) strategic location on the

Bosphorous peninsula between the Black

Sea and the Mediterranean, have placed it at

the center of major political, religious and

artistic events for thousands of years. Jewish,

Islamic and Christian traditions all have

significant histories here. The city boasts and

abundance of architectural and cultural

masterpieces, including the sumptuous

Topkapi Palace, the Spice Bazaar and the

“must see” Hagia Sophia. Glimpse stately

mansions, monumental domes, mosques

and fortresses on the Bosphorus by boat tour. In the evening, experience the tradition of whirling dervishes

and Turkish fold dancers and enjoy the lights and lively streets of the city.

Nearby: The Princes’ Isles, were once a haven for pirates and now serve as a getaway from the city crowds.

Horse-drawn carriages are the only means of transportation on this string of nine, tiny islands. Enjoy a

scenic drive along the Black Sea Coast, or hike into lush countryside to the traditional Sile Hacili Village.

Overnight packages: The stunning Roman ruins at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World,

are the highlight of the Ionian Civilizations trip. Very popular with our shipboard community in 2011, was the

ancient lunar-like landscape of Cappadocia with its trademark obelisks, underground cities, and churches

carved out of massive rock formations. Military and history buffs alike will not want to miss visiting

Gallipoli and Troy.

Suggested short-cuts to simple planning:

Register for the following “bundles” of trips based

on your interests.

Art and Architecture:

Day 1: IST12 Istanbul City Orientation

Day 2: IST26 Byzantine Architecture in Istanbul

Day 5: IST54 Palaces of Istanbul

Cultural highlights:

Day 1: IST13 Mosque & Spice Bazaar

Day 2: IST25 Topkapi Palace & Harem

Day 3: IST37 Sufi Dervish (group B)

Day 4: IST42 Islamic Practices & Islamic Art

Action/Adventure:

Day 1: IST11 Sile Hacili Village Hike

Day 2: IST22/23 Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride

Religious Experience:

Day 1: IST12 Istanbul City Orientation

Day 3: IST33 Jewish Tradition in Istanbul

Day 3: IST36 Christian Tradition in Turkey

Day 4: IST42 Islamic Practices and Islamic Art

Istanbul at Night:

Day 1: IST14 Sufi Dervish Ceremony

Day 2: IST27 Walking Discovery of Istanbul at

Evening



Day 1: Saturday, July 21

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:

PLCP 3410 Government and Politics of the Middle East with Professor Jawad Barghothi

MUSI 3570 Music Cultures: Mediterranean Soundscapes with Professor Alessandra Ciucci

MDST 3700 Newswriting II - Point-of-View Journalism with Professor Lisa Goff

PSYC 2500

Life Span Human Development: Birth Through Adolescence with Professor

Nilufer Medora

ARTH 3559 New Course in the History of Art: Visual Culture with Professor Lisa Reilly

DRAM 2020 Theatre at Sea: Rehearsal and Performance with Professor Edmond Williams

IST11 SILE HACILI VILLAGE HIKE – GROUP A Full-Day

While Istanbul is intriguing, a jaunt into the countryside provides yet another

perspective on Turkey. This scenic trekking is through Hacili Village in Asia.

Hacili is a small village, located at Black Sea region of Istanbul. The entire area is

covered by forests, and includes streams and small waterfalls. The group will

observe a natural area that is not formally protected.

Please note: Wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and bring hats, sunscreen,

bug spray, and plenty of water.

STANDARD PRICE Early Booking

Adult $75.00 $65.00

Child $60.00 $52.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 21 0700

Return July 21 1500

MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

IST12 ISTANBUL CITY ORIENTATION Full-Day

Byzantium, Constantinople and Istanbul are

names that conjure up images of a great city’s

past: Byzantium, the city founded by Mergarian

colonizers 2,600 years ago; Constantinople, built

on seven hills by the Emperor Constantine; and

Istanbul, the city that links Europe and Asia and

the fabulous capital of the Ottoman sultans.

Istanbul is not only a city with a colorful past, but

also a bustling modern-day city full of life and activity. During this orientation to

the city, view some of the most significant historical and cultural sites in Istanbul.

Drive through the streets of ancient Pera (Latin Quarter) and Taksim Square. Then cross the Golden Horn over the Ataturk

Bridge to the old town. View the city walls dating back to the fourth century, which were destroyed during the conquest in

1453, and the Roman Aqueduct of Valens from the second century. Tour the Sehzade Mosque, which was designed by

architect Mimar Sinan. As chief architect of the palace, Sinan designed more than 360 structures. The Sehzade Mosque

represents his mature style and the first grand mosque he created. Drove by the Hippodrome and view the Serpentine Column

and the Theodosius Column, both of which were brought from Egypt in the fourth century. Next, visit the Blue Mosque with its

unique configuration of six minarets and blue-tiled interior. Conclude your orientation with a visit to Hagia Sophia and the

Byzantine Cistern.

Please note: This trip involves a fair amount of walking. Bring water. Visitors to the mosque must cover their arms and head

to enter.


Adult $85.00 $75.00

Child $68.00 $60.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 21 1100

Return July 21 1800

MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch



IST13 NEW MOSQUE, SPICE BAZAAR & SÜLEYMANIYE MOSQUE Half-Day

After walking across the Golden Horn on Galata Bridge, participants will view the

New Mosque (1597), visit the Spice Bazaar (founded in the early-17th century)

and continue on to the Süleymaniye Mosque, one of the city’s largest mosques

and one illustrative of Byzantine urban development. With a magnificent domed

prayer space and extensive ancillary facilities—including a hospital, schools,

library, kitchens, bathhouses, hostel and gardens, as well as the tomb of the

justifiably proud architect Sinan—the mosque complex was Istanbul’s major

urban initiative of its time (mid-16th century) and served as the religious and

social center for its district. Although skyscrapers are reshaping Istanbul’s

historic image, this mosque remains an indelible mark on and dramatic feature

of today’s skyline.


Adult $25.00 $20.00

Child $20.00 $16.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 21 1300

Return July 21 1700

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST14 SUFI DERVISH CEREMONY – GROUP A 2 ¾ hours

You have probably heard about the

Whirling Dervishes in Turkey. In contrast

to the main body of Islamic belief, dervish

groups extol the virtues of music and

dance, including a whirling ceremony that

represents a union with God. The music is

vital to this tradition and serves as a

vehicle of enlightenment and revelation.

The ceremony’s pesrev and saz semai

compositions and the instrumental ensemble of ney, tambur, kanun, küdüm and

rebab formed the foundation of the glorious Ottoman classical music that, like the Sema, was suppressed in the early years of

the republic. In these Sema ceremonies, the so-called “Whirling Dervishes” use their mystical music and dance to reflect the

transcendent value of the heart’s purity, the image of the perfect being, and the belief that the Sema is one way of reaching

total peace with oneself and with the universe at large. These ceremonies are not mere “performances” but spiritual rituals

dating back to the 13th century. Participants should be respectful of this ritual and should dress conservatively. In keeping

with tradition, men and women may be asked to observe the ceremony in separate groups. This practicum will provide

participants the opportunity to engage in participant-observation and gain insight into the use and function of music and

dance in this ritual and its parent society.

Following the Whirling Dervish Ceremony, questions can be directed to the performers about the ritual and physical actions. A

short lecture will be provided by the wise man or the master about the philosophy, symbolism, spiritual advancements,

transformations, meanings, cosmology and instruments.

Please note: Dress appropriately for this religious ceremony. Photo and video without flash is permitted.


Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $56.00 $48.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 21 1845

Return July 21 2130

MEALS INCLUDED

None



Day 2: Sunday, July 22

IST21 WESTERN TURKEY: IONIAN CIVILIZATIONS 2 days/ 1 night

Izmir was founded in the first half of the

third millennium BCE and at present is

the third largest city in Turkey and the

second largest port (after Istanbul). The

ancient ruins in the city’s first

settlement of Bayrakli are a reminder of

the city’s rich past. Nearby is the city of

Ephesus, unmatched by any

archaeological site in the world in terms

of sheer magnitude. Ruins include cities dating from the Hellenistic, Roman and

Byzantine eras, adorned with splendid monuments, theaters, temples, agoras,

gymnasia and libraries. A visit to Sardis, which was as important as the city of

Croesus was to the Lydian Empire, is included. The most spectacular structure of the Sardis excavations is the Artemis Temple.

Please note: Wear sturdy shoes and bring a sun hat, sunscreen, swimsuit and water bottle.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Transfer to Istanbul Airport for the one-hour flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, drive to the city of old Smyrna and visit the

agora of ancient Smyrna and the Archaeological Museum of Izmir, which holds the relics found at the excavation of Ionian and

Eolian cities. Next, drive one hour eastward to Sardis to visit the Artemis Temple, the earliest synagogue excavation sites, and

the Royal Persian Road that reached to Sousa, Persia. Continue to Selcuk for an overnight stay.

Day 2: After breakfast discover Ephesus. See what little remains of the Temple of Artemis (Diana’s Temple), one of the Seven

Wonders of the Ancient World. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Ephesus and the Basilica of St. John. In the afternoon, visit

the ancient city of Ephesus. See the agora, town hall, Terraced house, Roman baths, fountains, Celcus Library and the Grand

Theater. In the late afternoon transfer to Izmir Airport for your return flight to Istanbul.


Adult $870.00 $775.00

Child $696.00 $620.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 22 0630

Return July 23 2030

MEALS INCLUDED

2 Breakfasts

1 Dinner

1 Snack

IST22 CAPPADOCIA – GROUP A 3 days/ 2 nights

Imagine a region transformed

from a blazing inferno into a

flourishing village. Cappadocia, or

“Land of Well-Bred Horses,” began

with the eruption of two

volcanoes, Erciyes Dagi and

Melendiz Dagi. When hot ash was

dispersed over the terrain, it

created a thick layer of soft,

porous stone called tuff. The

wealthy believed it to be barren land, but the poor saw a means of survival and a

miracle of nature. The indigenous people used crude tools to carve sturdy

homes out of this pliable substance. Eventually they carved churches, schools and an entire village. To escape persecution,

the Christians also built underground cities.

The geological landscape of Cappadocia is quite unusual—obelisks and cone shapes that jut out of the terrain. Erosion wore

away sections of tuff and created these “fairy chimneys” (conical rock formations). The chimneys usually have basalt—a hard,

dense, dark volcanic rock—at the very top. Although the land is rugged and dry, it is remarkably fertile. Nevsehir, the wealthy

center of Cappadocia, is the provincial capital and largest town in the region. The landscape of Nevsehir resembles the


Adult $915.00 $815.00

Child $732.00 $652.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 22 0630

Return July 24 2050

MEALS INCLUDED

2 Breakfasts

1 Lunch

2 Dinners



IST22 CAPPADOCIA – GROUP A 3 days/ 2 nights

surface of the moon. You will visit the rock-carved, cave-like churches. In the old city of Avanos you can see calcium pools and

thermal springs. Ortahisar, another nearby village, has a rock that dominates the town. This 86-meter wonder once housed

the whole village. Also visit the underground cities of Kaymakliı, which descend nine floors below ground level.

Please note: Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring a flashlight.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, transfer to the Cappadocia region. Visit Urgup town

before proceeding in the afternoon to the underground city of Kaymakliı, where Christians hid during times of persecution.

Explore the “extra-terrestrial” landscape of Nevsehir. View the valley from Uchisar natural citadel. In the evening enjoy a

performance of Whirling Dervishes. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 2: After breakfast visit the rock-carved churches, monasteries and homes in the valleys of Goreme Valley and the

settlements at Zelve Valley; see the “fairy chimneys” at Pasabag. Visit the town of Avanos and the villages of Ortahisar and

Sinassos. Enjoy these rock-hewn areas and explore them at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 3: After breakfast depart for the Soganli valley and visit real traditional Turkish village with the people living mostly as they

have for centuries. Continue to Keslik Monastery, which features interesting rock-engraved structures such as the two

churches refectory and various monk rooms. In the late afternoon, transfer to Kayseri airport for the return flight to Istanbul.

IST23 CAPPADOCIA HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE (OPTIONAL)

NOTE: You must be a participant on the above Cappadocia trip in order to

register for this option. Weather permitting, your balloon ride is scheduled to take

place the morning of day 2 of the Cappadocia trip.


Adult $260.00 $260.00

Child $208.00 $208.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 0700

Return July 23 0900

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST24 GALLIPOLI, ÇANAKKALE & TROY 3 days/ 2 nights

The slender Gelibolu (Gallipoli) Peninsula is endowed with fine scenery and

beaches but burdened with a grim ancient and modern military history. It was

the site of the last battle of the Peloponnesian War (404 BCE) and of the Gallipoli

campaign of World War I that left thousands dead on both the Turkish and Allied

sides. The sheer number of World War I graves, memorials and obelisks

scattered along the peninsula are both moving and numbing.

Thanks to Homer, Troy is probably the most celebrated archaeological site in

Turkey. Until the late 1800’s, it was generally thought that Troy (Truva) existed in

legend only. In 1870, an amateur archaeologist and German businessman,

Heinrich Schliemann, obtained permission from the Ottoman government to start

digging on a hill where earlier excavators had already found the remains of a

classical temple. His excavations uncovered nine superimposed cities spanning four millennia. The oldest, Troy I, dates back to

about 3600 BCE.

Please note: Be sure to bring your swimsuit and a beach towel.


Adult $425.00 $380.00

Child $340.00 $304.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 22 0830

Return July 24 1800

MEALS INCLUDED

3 Breakfasts

3 Lunches

3 Dinners



IST24 GALLIPOLI, ÇANAKKALE & TROY 3 days/ 2 nights

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Depart Istanbul in the morning and drive along the Sea of Marmara coast past over Tekirdag and Kesan to Gallipoli. In

the afternoon visit Gelibolu town and 1915 World War I Gallipoli battlefields and memorials. Later, enjoy swimming in the

Aegean Sea. Continue to Eceaabat by ferry into Asia. Overnight in Çanakkale. (Driving time today is about five hours.)

Day 2: After breakfast visit the Çanakkale Archaeological Museum and view relics that were discovered during excavations.

Continue to Troy where excavations have revealed nine ancient cities. View the remains and other ruins from the various

periods as well as a huge replica of the wooden Trojan horse. In the afternoon, enjoy swimming at the Agean waters. Later

drive to the town, walk through the old town, and stroll along the shores of Dardannels.

Day 3: Depart for Assos, A traditional stone house village set upon a mountainside with a beautiful harbour down the bottom,

overlooking the island of Lesvos. Here we will tour the Temple of Athena on the highest point of the mountain. In the late

afternoon, return to hotel.

Day 4: After breakfast board a ferry to continue the journey back to Istanbul.

IST25 TOPKAPI PALACE & HAREM 3 hours

The Topkapi Palace complex was begun in the immediate aftermath of the

Turkish Conquest of Constantinople by Mehmed II in 1459; at its height it was

home to the Sultan's court and the center of Ottoman government. The complex

is made up of three courtyards and includes the Sultan’s harem. It is surrounded

by almost five miles of walls and is protected by 28 towers. The setting includes

panoramic views of the Golden Horn and the Sea of Marmara. The museum

includes art reflecting the complex amalgam of cultures that made up the

Ottoman Empire. The entire complex is a UNESCO World Heritage site.


Adult $60..00 $50.00

Child $48.00 $40.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 22 1000

Return July 22 1300

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST26 BYZANTINE ARCHITECTURE IN ISTANBUL Full-Day

This tour will explore the major

remaining monuments of the

magnificent city of Constantinople,

capital of the Byzantine Empire

and the Orthodox Christian world

until it was conquered by the

Ottoman Turks in 1453. Its

attention to Orthodox churches

past and present in a variety of

neighborhoods makes it an ideal

introduction to the earlier history of this many-layered imperial city. We will also note the nearby Ottoman monuments for

those interested in exploring those on their own. Numbers of these monuments are listed as part of Istanbul’s UNESCO World

Heritage site, making it a fine opportunity for those interested in history, art, architecture, and historic preservation.

We will cross the Golden Horn, the city’s historic harbor, into the Old City of Stamboul where we begin our tour with a visit to

the Church of St. George in the Fener, current seat of the Orthodox Christian Patriarch of Constantinople. There we will review

Byzantine civilization and the art of the Orthodox Christian church. Next we will visit the wonderful Kariye Museum, (or Church

of St. Savior in the Fields), a late Byzantine monastery church with world-famous Christian frescoes and mosaics from the early


Adult $120.00 $105.00

Child $96.00 $84.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 22 1000

Return July 22 1800

MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch



IST26 BYZANTINE ARCHITECTURE IN ISTANBUL Full-Day

14th century, contemporary with the art of Giotto in Italy. A short walk will allow us to examine the impressive ruins of a late

Byzantine palace built into great Byzantine Land Walls, near the gate where Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror entered the city

victorious in 1453. We will continue driving along the restored Land Walls, begun in the fifth century and the greatest urban

fortifications of the medieval world, to the Golden Gate and Ottoman Castle of Seven Towers, where imperial armies entered

the city in triumph.

We will then drive to the historic heart of the city, today’s Sultanahmet neighborhood. We will visit the ancient Church of

Sergius and Bacchus (Kucuk Ayasofya Cami), the palace chapel of Justinian, today a working mosque in a charming and

recently-restored Ottoman neighborhood. Visit Mosaic Museum and walk to the Hippodrome, the very center of the Byzantine

city, to view the Obelisk of Theodosius and the bronze Serpentine Column, and then tour the underground sixth-century

Basilican cistern with its brickwork vaulting supported by 336 Corinthian columns. The last stop is Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya

Museum), the famous cathedral of the Byzantine Empire, with its haunting imperial mosaics. A sixth-century basilica with an

immense dome, it is considered to be one of the world’s most significant architectural marvels, and a model for the great

Ottoman imperial mosques of later Istanbul.

Please note: This trip is not required for Global Studies and is open to everyone. This trip involves a considerable amount of

walking.

IST27 WALKING DISCOVERY OF ISTANBUL AT EVENING 3 hours

Istanbul is a mystical and colorful city,

especially at night. For a chance to feel the

unique energy of after-dark Istanbul, we

invite you to join us on this engaging

outing. After enjoying dinner on board your

ship, meet your guide at the pier and begin

your Istanbul discovery. Your air-

conditioned motor coach will take you to

Galata Bridge. Leaving your motor coach,

walk under the bridge to see the lively

restaurants and waterside cafes. At the New Mosque, known locally as the Yeni Camii,

pause to watch evening prayer. Rejoining your motor coach, venture to the Kumkapi

district, famous for its fish markets. Stroll along the wharf, experiencing the nighttime

atmosphere as revelers dine at the restaurants and musical trios perform on the street.

Continue your walk to Istiklal Street, a pedestrian avenue infused with local color yet

stately with its 19th- and early 20th-century European architecture. Your evening

exploration of Istanbul concludes at Taksim Square, where you will board your motor

coach for the short journey to your Crystal ship.


Adult $35.00 $30.00

Child $28.00 $24.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 22 2000

Return July 22 2300

MEALS INCLUDED

None



Day 3: Monday, July 23

IST31 CAPPADOCIA – GROUP B 2 days/ 1 night

Imagine a region transformed from

a blazing inferno into a flourishing

village. Cappadocia, or “Land of

Well-Bred Horses,” began with the

eruption of two volcanoes, Erciyes

Dagi and Melendiz Dagi. When hot

ash was dispersed over the terrain,

it created a thick layer of soft,

porous stone called tuff. The

wealthy believed it to be barren

land, but the poor saw a means of survival and a miracle of nature. The

indigenous people used crude tools to carve sturdy homes out of this pliable

substance. Eventually they carved churches, schools and an entire village. To escape persecution, the Christians also built

underground cities.

The geological landscape of Cappadocia is quite unusual—obelisks and cone shapes that jut out of the terrain. Erosion wore

away sections of tuff and created these “fairy chimneys” (conical rock formations). The chimneys usually have basalt—a hard,

dense, dark volcanic rock—at the very top. Although the land is rugged and dry, it is remarkably fertile. Nevsehir, the wealthy

center of Cappadocia, is the provincial capital and largest town in the region. The landscape of Nevsehir resembles the

surface of the moon. You will visit the rock-carved, cave-like churches. In the old city of Avanos you can see calcium pools and

thermal springs. Ortahisar, another nearby village, has a rock that dominates the town. This 86-meter wonder once housed

the whole village. Also visit the underground cities of Kaymakliı, which descend nine floors below ground level.

Please note: Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring a flashlight.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, transfer to the Cappadocia region. Visit Urgup town

before proceeding in the afternoon to the underground city of Kaymakliı, where Christians hid during times of persecution.

Explore the “extra-terrestrial” landscape of Nevsehir. View the valley from Uchisar natural citadel. In the evening enjoy a

performance of Whirling Dervishes. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 2: After breakfast visit the rock-carved churches, monasteries and homes in the valleys of Goreme Valley and the

settlements at Zelve Valley; see the “fairy chimneys” at Pasabag. Visit the town of Avanos, and the villages of Ortahisar and

Sinassos. Enjoy these rock-hewn areas and explore them at your leisure. In the late afternoon, transfer to Kayseri airport for

the return flight to Istanbul.


Adult $850.00 $750.00

Child $680.00 $600.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 0630

Return July 24 2050

MEALS INCLUDED

1 Dinner

1 Breakfast

1 Lunch

IST32 CAPPADOCIA HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE (OPTIONAL)

NOTE: You must be a participant on the above Cappadocia trip in order to

register for this option. Weather permitting, your balloon ride is scheduled to take

place the morning of day 2 of the Cappadocia trip.


Adult $260.00 $260.00

Child $208.00 $208.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 24 Early morning

Return July 24 Early morning

MEALS INCLUDED

None



IST33 JEWISH TRADITION IN ISTANBUL Half-Day

While Turkey remains primarily influenced by its Islamic traditions, the Jewish

community has found its place in this Muslim society. The Jews were originally

from Spain and were offered residence in Turkey to escape the Spanish

Inquisition. During this FDP, walk through the old streets of the Galata sections

where the Jewish community once lived. Visit the Neve Shalom synagogue to

learn of the Askonazi, Conversos and Sophordic Jews in Turkey and the Ottoman

Empire. Next, drive along the Golden Horn to Haskoy and visit the Ohrida

Synagogue, built in the 15th century, and houses in the Balat neighborhood

where the Star of David appears on the facades of buildings.

Please note: Participants must bring their passports. A name list will be provided in advance to obtain permission to enter the

various sites; therefore, this trip will be a manifest trip and tickets will not be issued.


Adult $45.00 $40.00

Child $36.00 $32.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 0830

Return July 23 1230

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST34 FACULTY-LED TRIP: GALLIPOLI, ÇANAKKALE & TROY OVERNIGHT 2 days/ 1 night

Join Professor Peter Krentz to explore the slender Gelibolu (Gallipoli) Peninsula. It

is endowed with fine scenery and beaches but burdened with a grim ancient and

modern military history. It was the site of the last battle of the Peloponnesian

War (404 BCE) and of the Gallipoli campaign of World War I that left thousands

dead on both the Turkish and Allied sides. The sheer number of World War I

graves, memorials and obelisks scattered along the peninsula are both moving

and numbing.

Thanks to Homer, Troy is probably the most celebrated archaeological site in

Turkey. Until the late 1800’s, it was generally thought that Troy (Truva) existed in

legend only. In 1870, an amateur archaeologist and German businessman,

Heinrich Schliemann, obtained permission from the Ottoman government to start

digging on a hill where earlier excavators had already found the remains of a classical temple. His excavations uncovered nine

superimposed cities spanning four millennia. The oldest, Troy I, dates back to about 3600 BCE. Professor Krentz will help

bring the history to life with his vast knowledge and insights.

Please note: Be sure to bring your swimsuit and a beach towel.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Depart Istanbul in the morning and drive along Marmara Sea coast over Tekirdag and Kesan to Gallipoli. In the

afternoon visit Gelibolu town and 1915 World War I Gallipoli battlefields and memorials. Later enjoy swimming in the Aegean

Sea. Continue to Eceaabat by ferry to Asia. Overnight in Çanakkale. (Driving time today is about five hours.)

Day 2: After breakfast visit the Archaeological Museum and view relics that were discovered during excavations. Continue to

Troy where excavations have revealed nine ancient cities. View the remains and other ruins from the various periods as well

as a huge replica of the wooden Trojan horse. Return to Çanakkale and board a ferry to continue the journey back to Istanbul.


Adult $315.00 $280.00

Child $252.00 $224.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 0830

Return July 24 1800

MEALS INCLUDED

1 Lunch

1 Dinner

1 Breakfast



IST35 BLACK SEA COAST Full-Day

The Bosphorus Strait, the world’s narrowest for

international navigation, forms a boundary between

the European and Asian sides of Turkey. Drive along

the shores of the Bosphorus Strait and the European

coastal strip. In the morning, visit the quaint village

town of Kilyos before crossing over the Bosphorus

Bridge to the Asian side. In the afternoon, visit

Beykoz, which is lush with greenery, and Uskudar,

Istanbul’s oldest residential suburb. Enjoy some free

time before returning to the pier.


Adult $90.00 $80.00

Child $720.. $64.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 1000

Return July 23 1830

MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

IST36 CHRISTIAN TRADITION IN TURKEY Half-Day

The ancient Greek city of Byzantium was enlarged and formally christened “New

Rome” in 330 by Emperor Constantine. As the Western half of the Roman

Empire crumbled, Constantinople was developing into a major power bridging the

cultures of the East and West. The Byzantine (Orthodox) Church dominated

religious and cultural life and was involved in the political operation of the city.

The patriarch of Constantinople had a position analogous to that of the Pope in

Rome. Relations between the Eastern and Western branches of the church were

undermined by Rome’s claims of primacy, an edict forbidding image worship, and

the order to remove all religious statues and to white-wash the walls of the

church. These factors and the crusades contributed to the eventual separation

of the papacy in the West and the Orthodox Church in the East.

This trip explores the role of Christianity in Turkey. You will visit the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate at Fener and the Roman

Catholic Church Peter and Paul, where you will talk with clergy. Later, you will see the Church of Chora (fourth century), which

was restored by the American Byzantine Institute and houses remarkable mosaics and frescoes depicting the lives of Mary and

Jesus. Continue to the Beyoglu district of the city where you will visit the Roman Catholic Church of San Antonio and learn

about the existing church and its status within a Muslim country.


Adult $45.00 $40.00

Child $36.00 $32.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 1400

Return July 23 1800

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST37 SUFI DERVISH CEREMONY – GROUP B 2 ¾ hours

You have probably heard about the

Whirling Dervishes in Turkey. In contrast

to the main body of Islamic belief, dervish

groups extol the virtues of music and

dance, including a whirling ceremony that

represents a union with God. The music is

vital to this tradition and serves as a

vehicle of enlightenment and revelation.

The ceremony’s pesrev and saz semai

compositions and the instrumental ensemble of ney, tambur, kanun, küdüm and

rebab formed the foundation of the glorious Ottoman classical music that, like the Sema, was suppressed in the early years of

the republic. In these Sema ceremonies, the so-called “Whirling Dervishes” use their mystical music and dance to reflect the

transcendent value of the heart’s purity, the image of the perfect being, and the belief that the Sema is one way of reaching

total peace with oneself and with the universe at large. These ceremonies are not mere “performances” but spiritual rituals

dating back to the 13th century. Participants should be respectful of this ritual and should dress conservatively. In keeping

with tradition, men and women may be asked to observe the ceremony in separate groups. This practicum will provide

participants the opportunity to engage in participant-observation and gain insight into the use and function of music and


Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $56.00 $48.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 23 1845

Return July 23 2130

MEALS INCLUDED

None



IST37 SUFI DERVISH CEREMONY – GROUP B 2 ¾ hours

dance in this ritual and its parent society.

Following the Whirling Dervish Ceremony, questions can be directed to the performers about the ritual and physical actions. A

short lecture will be provided by the wise man or the master about the philosophy, symbolism, spiritual advancements,

transformations, meanings, cosmology and instruments.

Please note: Dress appropriately for this religious ceremony. Photo and video without flash is permitted.



Day 4: Tuesday, July 24

IST41 BOSPHORUS BY BOAT WITH MUSEUM VISIT Half-Day

Historically, the narrow body of water between Istanbul and the Black Sea has

been a major dividing line between East and West. It is also of great commercial

and strategic significance. This trip will provide a leisurely examination of the

contrasting architectural styles of each side of the waterway. Board a motorboat

in the Golden Horn and cruise along the European and Asian shores of the

Bosphorus. En route, view the Galata Bridge, Dolmabache Palace, Ciragan

Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy Mosque, Beylerbeyi Palace, villas,

summer houses, the European and Asian Fortresses, and Conqueror’s Bridge. A

short stop will be made at the Sadberk Hanim Museum, a private collection of

Turkish art and antiquity. Return to the city by motorcoach.


Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $56.00 $48.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 24 0830

Return July 24 1230

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST42 ISLAMIC PRACTICES & ISLAMIC ART Half-Day

From the Arabic word meaning “those who submit to

God,” Muslims believe in one God and accept

Mohammed as his messenger. Muslims comprise 98

percent of the Turkish population. Traditionally,

Muslims pray five times daily: at dawn, at noon, in the

afternoon, in the evening and at nightfall. The first

stop on this trip is the Blue Mosque, built between

1606 and 1616. One of the most prominent

landmarks in Istanbul, the Blue Mosque is very

impressive with its beautiful domes, courtyards and six

slender minarets. Admire the tile work, intricate decoration and calligraphy. Learn about the

mosque’s architecture and the role it plays within Islamic culture. Next, walk to the 17th century

Ibrahim Pasha Palace, which now houses the Turkish Islamic Arts Museum, to view the various artworks dating from the 10 th

century and Turkish carpet masterpieces. Finally, visit the Eyup Mosque before returning to the ship.

Please note: Women must cover their arms and hair during the visit to the mosque.


Adult $40.00 $35.00

Child $32.00 $28.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 24 0900

Return July 24 1300

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST43 *JUST ADDED* WALKING DISCOVERY OF ISTANBUL AT EVENING 3 hours

Istanbul is a mystical and colorful city,

especially at night. For a chance to feel the

unique energy of after-dark Istanbul, we

invite you to join us on this engaging

outing. After enjoying dinner on board your

ship, meet your guide at the pier and begin

your Istanbul discovery. Your air-

conditioned motor coach will take you to

Galata Bridge. Leaving your motor coach,

walk under the bridge to see the lively

restaurants and waterside cafes. At the New Mosque, known locally as the Yeni Camii,

pause to watch evening prayer. Rejoining your motor coach, venture to the Kumkapi

district, famous for its fish markets. Stroll along the wharf, experiencing the nighttime

atmosphere as revelers dine at the restaurants and musical trios perform on the street.

Continue your walk to Istiklal Street, a pedestrian avenue infused with local color yet

stately with its 19th- and early 20th-century European architecture. Your evening

exploration of Istanbul concludes at Taksim Square, where you will board your motor

coach for the short journey to your Crystal ship.


Adult $35.00 $30.00

Child $28.00 $24.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 24 2000

Return July 24 2300

MEALS INCLUDED

None



Day 5: Wednesday, July 25

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:

SEMS 2500-501 Development Economics with Professor Michael Ellerbrock

ANTH 4590 Social & Cultural Anthropology: African Diaspora with Professor Carla Guerron Montero

COMM 4822 Investing in a Sustainable Future with Professor Mark White

IST51 SILE HACILI VILLAGE HIKE – GROUP B Full-Day

While Istanbul is intriguing, a jaunt into the countryside provides yet another

perspective on Turkey. This scenic trekking is through Hacili Village in Asia.

Hacili is a small village, located at Black Sea region of Istanbul. The entire area is

covered by forests, stream and small waterfalls. The group will observe a natural

area that is not formally protected.

Please note: Wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and bring hats, sunscreen,

bug spray and plenty of water.


Adult $75.00 $65.00

Child $60.00 $52.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 25 0700

Return July 25 1500

MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

IST52 PRINCES’ ISLES Half-Day

Walk to the Kabatas Pier for a ferry ride to Buyukada, the largest and the most

famous among five other Princes’ Islands. En route, view the scenery of the

Asian side and the islands at Marmara Sea. Upon arrival at Buyukada, ride

around the island, view the elaborately decorated wooden houses and villas.

Enjoy a short break for tea before continuing your ride along the water and back

to the pier. Walk through the downtown area and enjoy some free time before

taking the ferry back to Istanbul.


Adult $60.00 $50.00

Child $48.00 $40.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 25 0830

Return July 25 1330

MEALS INCLUDED

None

IST53 MILITARY MUSEUM Half-Day

Depart the pier for a short drive and visit to

the Military Museum. View items dating

from the era of the Conquest of Istanbul,

such as a large collection of armor,

weapons, tents, paintings, photographs, and

a piece of the chain used by the Byzantines

in order to protect the Golden Horn.

Continue to Pera Museum, the historical

building of the former Bristol hotel built in

1893 at Tepebaşı. Following restoration, Pera Museum was transformed into a

modern cultural center. The museum displays various rich and private art collections. Afterward, walk to Grand London Hotel

to enjoy a cup of Turkish Tea. Continue to the main street of Istanbul, Istiklal Street, to enjoy the rhythm and sounds of

Istanbul.


Adult $40.00 $35.00

Child $32.00 $28.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 25 0830

Return July 25 1230

MEALS INCLUDED

None



IST54 PALACES OF ISTANBUL & ASIATIC SIDE H

Istanbul, the only city in the world built on two

continents, holds the precious relics of three

empires and capitals and is a unique link between

East and West, past and present. Each empire that

occupied Anatolia left its indelible imprint on

Turkish art and architecture. During this practicum,

you will visit several palaces. The Dolmabache

Palace, which was the second residence of the sultans until 1923, has

elaborately decorated halls and rooms. The Yildiz Palace, with its Imperial

Gardens, houses the Sale Pavilion, which was a guesthouse for foreign

dignitaries. Visit the City Museum and Malta Pavillion. Continue over the Conqueror’s Bridge to the Asian side and drive along

the Asian shores to visit the Beylerbeyi Palace, where Eastern traditions meet Western traditions. Next see the Kucuksu

Palace on Bosphorus in Istanbul. Walk through the courtyards of embellished halls and view the fine arts on display.

(Photography is not allowed in the Dolmabache Palace.)


Adult $110.00 $95.00

Child $88.00 $76.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart July 25 0900

Return July 25 1700

MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

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