Classic Journeys Introduces Family Journey To Turkey

LA JOLLA, Calif. - Oct. 16, 2013 - PRLog -- Classic Journeys, (http://www.classicjourneys.com/) the award-winning cultural travel company which offers boutique guided tours in over 70 regions around the world, announced today the addition of a new offering, a family journey to Turkey. The Turkey Family Journey promises leisure and a culturally rich program, with crystalline warm seas and views of ancient ruins like Ephesus.

This program recognizes the value in establishing deeper cultural understanding and interaction between travelers and the Turkish people we meet. Classic Journeys’ belief is that the best way to experience a country is to meet the locals, talk to them about their lives, and take time to understand their culture. As such, Classic Journeys has hand-crafted a fully guided itinerary for Turkey filled with local encounters and personal, one of a kind experiences.  The itinerary for the family journey to Turkey, starts with an exploration of  Istanbul and then travels along the Mediterranean Coast via luxury gulet (teakwood sailing yacht) including an exploration of Ephesus and visits to places of pristine beauty Highlights from the itinerary include: a lesson on bargaining with the locals at the Spice Market; exploration of Topkapi Palace where the sultans used to live; sailing to Gemiler Island, known for its Byzantine ruins; and paddle boarding alongside sea turtles and cliff tombs at the Dalyan Estuary, among several other adventures, not to mention relaxing on the luxury yacht.

Classic Journeys’ family vacation in Turkey offers the best kind of adventure: plenty of multi-sport activities, along with a true rush of history and cultural experiences that appeal to travelers of every age – all at a tempo that everyone can enjoy.

Classic Journeys’ Founder, Edward Piegza, explains, “We’ve maintained a lifelong belief at Classic Journeys in the unique ability of travel to create and sustain powerful family bonds and memories. We offer 24 different family adventures and the popularity of these journeys continues to grow. The Turkey Family Journey itinerary will provide an excellent addition to our family adventures.”

The Turkey family journey has departures for 7 days/6 nights scheduled for June and July 2014.  For more information about pricing and Classic Journeys, please visit their website at www.ClassicJourneys.com.

For any additional information, please contact Lindsey Palmer (lindsey@ellecomm.com) at Elle Communications.

About Classic Journeys

Classic Journeys offers cultural walking adventures, culinary tours and family journeys in North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the South Pacific. Guests enjoy luxury accommodations and gourmet meals that reflect the best of each region, coupled with-crafted itineraries that feature daily interactions with local people, and knowledgeable, local guides who make countries and cultures come alive. Depending on the region, tours are six to 12 days long with two to four hours of easy-going walking per day. Land-only tour prices range from $2895 to $7295 per person (with discounts for small groups and children traveling with parents). Average tour size is 10 and limited to a maximum of 18 guests per departure. Full details and links to itineraries are available at www.ClassicJourneys.com.