Izmir to Aphrodisias: Cooking & Ceramics Class
Overview
Blend archaeology, cuisine, and traditional craftsmanship on a full-day cultural journey from Izmir to Aphrodisias. Travel through the Aegean countryside to this UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its marble sculpture school and remarkably preserved ancient monuments.
Explore highlights such as the Temple of Aphrodite, Tetrapylon, Theatre, Agora, and one of the best-preserved ancient stadiums in the world while your guide reveals the city’s artistic and historical importance.
After the archaeological visit, join a hands-on cooking class led by a local chef. Learn to prepare regional dishes such as lahmacun and eggplant moussaka, then enjoy the meal you have helped create. Complete the experience with a ceramic workshop, where a skilled artisan introduces traditional shaping and decorating techniques as you craft your own piece. This immersive tour brings together history, flavor, and creativity in one memorable day.
What's Included
- Ceramic workshop
- Culinary workshop
- Tour guide
- Drinks
- Personal Expenses
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Izmir
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Aphrodisias
6 hours Admission Ticket Included
Izmir
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Ceramic workshop.
- Culinary workshop.
- Tour guide.
- Drinks.
- Personal Expenses.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Izmir to Aphrodisias: Cooking & Ceramics Class is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Izmir to Aphrodisias: Cooking & Ceramics Class will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Ceramic workshop
- Culinary workshop
- Tour guide
- Drinks
- Personal Expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
