In Istanbul, we sample the wonders of this city that bridges two continents. After cruising the busy port of the Bosphorus, we dive into the Grand Bazaar, where endless shops enchant visitors.
Istanbul's rich heritage spans the centuries from Christian Byzantium to Muslim Ottoman rule to today's thriving city.
We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon…
From the port of Kuşadası, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria
In Istanbul, we'll lose our way in the Grand Bazaar and munch our way through the famously fragrant Spice Market. We'll follow the fall of the ancient capital of Byzantium and the rise of Islam at the city's ancien...
For millennia, this point where Europe meets Asia has been the crossroads of civilization. Few places on earth have seen more history than this sprawling metropolis on the Bosphorus.
Rick Steves' Mediterranean Cruise Ports focuses on the main attraction: some of the grandest cities in Europe. As always, Rick has a plan to help you have a meaningful cultural experience while you're there — even with just a few hours in port...
(Turk Gezginleri Icin Avrupa Sanatinin Ipuclari, in Turkish). Lale and Tankut rewrote Rick Steves' Europe 101 by adopting it to the interests and education of Turkish travelers. It is published and distributed by the prestigious Boyut Yayincilik in Turkey.
Istanbul is one of the world's great cities, period. And in this show, one of the world's great guides, Lale Surmen Aran, leads us among the wonders of this city that bridges continents.
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"Travel with Rick Steves" is a practical talk show with guest experts and questions from travelers. The show is produced in enthusiastic accordance with public radio's core values. Lale, Tankut and SRM guides interviewed with Rick on several shows. Click links below to listen - opens a new tab/window.
