Tour Description
Experience the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of Türkiye on our Classic Garden, Culinary & History Tour. This 13-night immersive journey takes you through Istanbul, İznik, Bursa, Birgi, and the Aegean coast — each offering a unique blend of stunning gardens, traditional crafts, and culinary excellence.
Discover Türkiye’s diverse garden traditions with visits to historical estates, well-preserved greenhouses, scenic highlands, and vibrant urban parks. Explore the country’s layered history through iconic landmarks and UNESCO-listed sites, gaining insight into centuries of architectural and cultural evolution.
This tour goes beyond sightseeing — you’ll participate in hands-on workshops with local artisans. Learn the art of İznik tile-making, witness the delicate process of silk weaving in Birgi, and observe traditional carpet-making in Söke. Culinary highlights include olive oil tastings in Urla and an exclusive winemaking experience in Torbalı.
Perfect for garden enthusiasts, cultural travelers, and food lovers, this tour offers a comprehensive and enriching look at Türkiye’s living heritage — where nature, tradition, and taste come together.
About the Leaders
Gursan Ergil
Gursan Ergil spent six years living in the United States and studying landscape design, history, and preservation at Harvard University’s Arnold Arboretum, where he later lectured on Islamic Gardens for two years. After moving United Kingdom from US, he continued studying at Cambridge Universtiy’s advanced garden history program.
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