Textiles and Crafts Escorted by Kate Oszko 20
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Textiles and Crafts Escorted by Kate Oszko 20
Textiles and Crafts Escorted by Kate Oszko 20 September - 5 October 2016 WHAT TO EXPECT YOUR TOUR HOST This tour has been designed for those who love to explore ancient markets, visit awe-inspiring historical sights and to get hands on experience with local artists to learn the different craft and textile techniques. Kate Oszko has been working with textiles seemingly forever. As President of Queensland Quilters, she helped to set up the art quilt group 2QAQ. She has been Oceania Region Co-Representative for Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA), and is part of Broadstrokes, an art quilt group. During a 16 day journey through Turkey your tour host, Kate Oszco along with your local leader will be able to teach and show you all things Turkey. For the most part we travel by private vehicle along with a short cruise and a domestic flight. For those wishing for a truly unique experience there is also the option to take a hot air balloon over the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. For our accommodation we have selected a range of 4 star properties with unique character and all the modern comforts. Happy travels! HIGHLIGHTS Discover ancient history, rich and traditional cultures Meet master artisans during hands on workshops See a variety of Turkish textiles and crafts Explore spellbinding bazaars Enjoy a cruise on a private yacht on the Bosphorus river Visit famous landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace For the past few years she has been professionally involved in promoting and supporting a wide variety of textile and fibre artists in Australia and New Zealand. Kate finds inspiration everywhere and is looking forward to discovering unique designs and art while travelling through Turkey. Your adventure unfolds here... Day 1: 20 September 2016 - Arrive Istanbul A group transfer is offered to take you from the airport to your hotel. In the afternoon you may like to experience a traditional Turkish bath and massage.(D) Day 2: 21 September 2016 - Istanbul This morning we are taken on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul’s most prized historical sights. We first visit the Blue Mosque with its signature six minarets and stunning blue interior tiles, before continuing to the ruins of the Hippodrome of Constantinople, an ancient sporting arena. Afterwards visit the awe-inspiring Hagia Sofia church museum and explore the beautiful Basilica Cistern. Our exploration of Istanbul continues with a visit to Topkapi Palace, the first palace of the Ottomans built in Istanbul in the late 1400’s. Time permitting you can explore the Arasta bazaar next to the Blue Mosque. Here there are some excellent examples of hand-woven textiles and traditional Turkish patterns.(BL) Day 8: 27 September 2016 - Kastamonu Today we visit Kastamonu’s ethnographic museum where we will get to see folk art and costumes from the region. We continue our handicraft workshops with crochet, weaving and embroidery.(BLD) Day 9: 28 September 2016 - Samsun Today we drive from Kastamonu along the Black Sea coastline to Samsun via Sinop located in the northern most point of Turkey.(BL) Day 10: 29 September 2016 - Tokat We continue our journey as we drive to Tokat. En-route we will visit the charming city of Amasya seemingly lost in time with its beautiful Ottoman era wooden houses perched above the Yeşilırmak River. On arrival in Tokat we have a city tour before we check into our hotel.(BL) Day 11: 30 September 2016 - Tokat Today we enjoy a variety of workshops including traditional doll making, folk dancing and weaving in a village that still practices the traditional weaving techniques of the region.(BL) Day 3: 22 September 2016 - Istanbul Today we will visit Chora Museum, one of the most beautiful surviving Byzantine churches in Istanbul. Afterwards enjoy a cruise on a private yacht on the Bosphorus river. In the afternoon visit the medieval Galata Tower in the Pera district before continuing to the Spice Market. Finally visit the winding alleys of the Grand Bazaar and explore the different textile designs.(BL) Day 12: 1 October 2016 - Cappadocia We depart early this morning for Cappadocia. In the afternoon we visit the rock formations and cave houses at the Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley and Pasabagi with its famous ‘fairy chimneys’. We also visit the Goreme open air museum famous for its cave churches with their beautiful, well preserved painted frescoes.(BLD) Day 4: 23 September 2016 - Bursa and Inegol Depart Istanbul and proceed to Bursa and Inegol. These spots are famous for silk cocoon and silk making. The city of Bursa, was one of the centres of silk manufacturing. It was one of the cities on the Silk Road, which brought the finest cloth in the world from the East to the West. We might have a chance to visit Kazım Uzunöz, an educator and writer living in the western province of Bursa. Uzunöz exerts great efforts to breathe fresh life into local sericulture and determinedly continues his traditional silk production using the old machinery.(BL) Day 13: 2 October 2016 - Cappadocia and Kaymakli This morning there is an optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia (at additional cost), before we travel to the underground city of Kaymakli and Soganli Valley where we meet with locals who earn their living by making dolls. In the afternoon we attend a half day carpet making class where will get a hands on experience in carpet weaving. We will be taught the basic techniques of carpet weaving by a master weaver. Finally we will see pottery and traditional ceramic tile making with the signature Turkish motifs in Avanos.(BLD) Day 5: 24 September 2016 - Beypazarı Proceed to Beypazarı, a small town in a rural district with rich history, architectural heritage and living traditions with many women wearing their traditional dress day to day. The white cobbled streets and Ottoman period buildings are particularly attractive.(BL) Day 6: 25 September 2016 - Beypazarı Today we rotate between a range of workshops where we participate in making handicrafts famous to this region including: silver filigree jewellery, glass blowing, Kilim weaving and ebru (marbling).(B) Day 7: 26 September 2016 - Kastamonu After breakfast we begin our journey to Kastamonu. En-route we will pass by Devrek, a small town famous for cane making. The cane masters in Devrek turn the branches of applewood, cornel tree, boxwood and walnut into artistic souvenirs laden with memories. Upon arrival in Kastamonu we enjoy a city tour where we learn about Turkey’s recent history. Participate in a block printing workshop with a master craftsman followed by a visit to local female woodcarvers and macramé lace makers.(BLD) Day 14: 3 October 2016 - Konya Departure from Cappadocia in the morning and proceed to Konya, home of the Whirling Dervishes in the 13th Century. Today we visit Karatay Medrassah with the collection of tiles and Mevlana Museum which is one of the most important museums in Turkey for the ancient Turkish rugs. Tonight there will be the possibility of seeing Whirling Dervishes.(BL) Day 15: 4 October 2016 - Konya - Istanbul This morning we visit the atelier of one of the most important dyers of Turkey in Konya. See the art of natural dyeing and participate in the process. Also see performance of felt making from one of the last remaining masters in Konya. In the afternoon transfer to Konya Airport for our flight back to Istanbul. The afternoon is free at your leisure to explore the old town.(BLD) Day 16: 5 October 2016 - Depart Istanbul A group transfer to the airport will be offered to meet your flights home.(B) $6998pp twin share $718 single supplement (subject to availability) TOUR INCLUSIONS The services of tour escort Kate Oszko 15 nights accommodation 15 breakfasts at hotels, 13 lunches at local restaurants, 6 dinners at hotels Private vehicle English speaking licensed tour guide during entire program Entrance fees for mentioned sites during excursions Private boat during Bosphorus river tour Service charges and local tax Porterage at hotels Flight from Konya to Istanbul OPTIONAL TOURS Turkish bath and massage in Istanbul- various prices Hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia – $350pp subject to availability NOT INCLUDED International flights Meals not listed in the above Beverages during meals Entrance to Harem section at Topkapi Palace All personal expenses Visa fee Tips to guide and drivers Any other item which is not indicated 1300 783 188 133/24 Mode3, Lonsdale St, Braddon, ACT 2612 [email protected] | www.activetravel.com.au