Top Turkey Classes & Workshops

A perfume-making workshop is a unique and engaging experience that combines creativity, sensory exploration, and cultural storytelling, allowing you to craft a personalized scent and take home a meaningful, one-of-a-kind memory.

Unleash your inner artist with a Turkish mosaic lamp small-group workshop in Istanbul. This is a hands-on cultural experience that the whole family can enjoy. No experience is needed as skilled instructors are on hand at all times to talk you through creating a traditional design. The immersive experience also includes insider suggestions on what to do, see, and eat with the rest of your time in Istanbul.

First of all this is our family business we are passing through this tradition to our families next generation. Me, my father, my grandfather and his father we are all pottery makers, men of art. We are providing the best service you can find in cappadocia for 4 generations and hopefully my son will be a pottery master aswell. We are forming our unique products with the best quality equipments and we are inviting you to our workshop be a part of it. If you want to discover your creativity and form it into the real world this is the place where you want to be. You will learn the art of pottery making from the best masters of cappadocia and experience this unforgetable moments first hand.

Embark on a captivating journey back in time with our exclusive 90-minute historical pottery making experience in enchanting Cappadocia. Immerse yourself in the vibrant fabric of the local culture and discover the essence of this captivating town. While you may view the beauty of hot air balloons and explore the viewpoints with tours, nothing compares to truly experiencing the heart and soul of the community. Get your hands dirty and unleash your creativity as you craft exquisite pottery.

Join an interactive workshop where you'll master the art of Turkish coffee making with a local expert. Begin by grinding premium coffee beans and brewing authentic Turkish coffee using a traditional cezve pot—easy to recreate at home. Discover the cultural significance of Turkish coffee in daily life. Engage in traditional coffee conversations and learn the art of coffee fortune-telling, offering unique insights into Turkish customs. Taste three varieties of Turkish coffee, paired with sweet delights like Turkish Delight. The workshop accommodates all dietary preferences; just inform us in advance of any restrictions.

Istanbul is famous for its colorful mosaic lamps. While these treasures are widely available at local shops, many visitors find making their own custom lamp a much more special option. This workshop guides you through the process and includes everything you need to customize your special memento. Note that the lamp itself costs €15, payable at the time of your class.

More than a workshop, this is a journey into the heart of traditional Turkey. Spend time in the peaceful village of Etrim, where generations have preserved the ancient art of Turkish carpet weaving. Learn directly from local weavers and enjoy a hands-on experience as you create your own knots on a traditional loom. Discover every stage of the process, from wool preparation and natural dyeing to the finished masterpiece. Learn the traditions and craftsmanship woven into every Turkish carpet, rug, and kilim. Meet local villagers and enjoy authentic Turkish hospitality, refreshments, and a traditional village lunch. Whether you are passionate about culture, creativity, handmade crafts, or simply looking for an unforgettable experience, this activity offers memories that will stay with you long after your holiday ends. There is absolutely no obligation to purchase. Worldwide insured shipping is available for guests who choose to buy. Weave a Memory. Take Home a Story.

It can be hard to find the perfect souvenir in Istanbul. But scent is the most personal of senses and crafting your own signature scent will immortalize your memories forever. This small-group workshop, led by a professional perfumer, lets you blend your choice of more than 50 ingredients to create a fragrance that’s uniquely you. Leave with a 1.7-ounce (50-milliliter) bottle of perfume with your very own hand-crafted label.

Rather than buying store-bought sweets, make Turkish delight from scratch in Istanbul’s historic Little Hagia Sophia. This small-group workshop teaches the traditional process, from mixing and cooking in a copper pot to shaping and powdering your lokum by hand. Personalize it with rose, tea, or lavander, hear the story behind the treat from a local Istanbul master, and take your creations home in an Iznik tile gift bowl. Turkish tea and coffee are served with cookies.

The glow of Turkish mosaic lamps illuminates many Istanbul bazaars and cafés. Create your own unique artwork with the help of a supportive instructor during this Istanbul workshop, with unlimited tea and free-flow Turkish delight. You’ll have a choice of more than 50 different colors of glass in a range of shapes and sizes, while your finished lamp will be carefully packaged for easy transport home.

Anyone can pick up an Ottoman-style mosaic lamp—decorated with glass beads and stones in an array of colors—at a gift shop in Istanbul, but there’s nothing like crafting your own artistic creation to give you instant bragging rights. Take home a piece of Turkish heritage during this instructor-led lamp-making workshop. Cookies and a hot drink (coffee or tea) included for a cozy, small-group experience.

Discover the ancient art of distillation in an immersive, hands-on workshop set within the walls of Little Hagia Sophia—a hidden cultural sanctuary in Istanbul. Choose between lavender or bay leaves (seasonally, rose may be available) and experience the full process of transforming aromatic plants into pure hydrosol using traditional copper stills. Guided by an expert host, you’ll: – Learn the history and modern uses of plant distillation – Participate in every step of the process, from preparation to bottling – Smell, touch, and see the transformation of raw herbs into natural essence – Take home a bottle of your freshly made hydrosol This two-hour experience is ideal for curious minds, nature lovers, and those interested in wellness rituals. No prior experience is needed—just bring your senses and curiosity! Enjoy tea, conversation, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere in one of the city’s most historic locations.

Master the art of preparing Turkish coffee during a small-group class in Istanbul. Begin at Balkapanı Han with a history lesson on coffee in Turkish culture. Then, follow your instructor's lead to create the perfect cup of this iconic beverage. At the end, enjoy a fortune reading of your coffee grounds and receive a charming coffee set to take home.

Discover mosaic lamp making on a rooftop terrace overlooking Cappadocia's iconic fairy chimneys — and take home a lamp finished with a heat, moisture, and scratch-resistant coating found nowhere else in Türkiye. ✨ Design your own mosaic lamp with colorful glass pieces, no experience needed ✨ Exclusive heat, moisture, and scratch-resistant paint — found only at our workshop ✨ Modular design (3 sections) makes it easy to pack and travel with ✨ Bulb included — your lamp is ready to use the moment you get home ✨ Paint your lamp on a rooftop terrace with fairy chimney views ✨ A relaxing, scenic break between hot air balloon rides and valley hikes ✨ Larger lamp models available on request for an extra fee ✨ Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups Experience traditional Turkish craftsmanship with a view unlike anywhere else in the world.

Join the gliders circling the skies above Ölüdeniz when you book this private paragliding adventure. Drive through the forested slopes of Mt. Babadağ to the launch site. After a briefing from your experienced pilot, step into the shared harness and race off the mountain: soak up sweeping views of the Blue Lagoon as you float on the thermals. Upgrade to include photos and video, shot by 360-degree action camera.

Prepare to be awed by Istanbul’s magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this 1-, 2-, or 3-day private tour. Marvel over the glorious Hagia Sophia, learn how the Blue Mosque earned its famous nickname, tour Topkapi Palace to gain an insight into the lavish lifestyles of the Ottoman sultans and their harem, and browse the legendary Grand Bazaar, where you find everything from carpets to Turkish delight.

Discover the heart of Istanbul on this private street photography tour. Led by a professional photographer with 18 years of experience, you'll be guided to the city's most photogenic areas, capturing moments of locals far from tourist traps. Learn to use wide-angle lenses and point-and-shoot cameras to capture unique photos of fishermen, sellers, and families in their home city.

Create your own colorful mosaic lamp just 1 minute from the beach in Marmaris. Learn from Turkey's first mosaic lamp workshop pioneers in an intimate art-filled atelier What Makes This Special: ✨ Choose from 55+ glass colors and shapes to design your unique lamp ✨ Boutique atmosphere with only 6 guests maximum for personal attention ✨ Learn Turkish mosaic craftsmanship from pioneering masters ✨ Guidance in Turkish, English, or Russian with complete creative freedom ✨ Order specialty coffee, organic drinks, and snacks from quality cafe menu ✨ Take home fully assembled lamp (base, cap, bulb) ready to use ✨ Good music, relaxed vibe, zero pressure to be perfect Just 1 minute to coast, 5 minutes to Marina. Perfect creative break during your Marmaris holiday

Discover Istanbul’s European and Asian sides—and taste a range of delectable Turkish delicacies—on this full-day, small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning in Istanbul’s Old City, and be sure to come hungry: you have a day of feasting ahead of you. Explore a spice market, and enjoy a traditional Turkish breakfast, before crossing the Bosphorus to trendy Kadikoy. Sip Turkish coffee, visit multiple restaurants, and discover Istanbul’s must-try dishes.

Coffee and culture lovers will enjoy this small-group tour in Cappadocia, showing you step by step how traditional Turkish coffee is brewed over hot sand. Head to the meeting spot, meet your guide and classmates, and then you’re on your way to learning everything there is to know about brewing a fine cup of Turkish coffee in about an hour.

Learn the Turkish art of paper marbling with a private instructor. In this workshop, discover different ebru techniques and patterns and practice each style. The instructor provides all the materials, so take your time and have fun making ebru art. At the end of the workshop, take your marbled paper creations home with you.

Turkish cuisine is a blend of various herbs, spices, and fresh produce. Get a taste of the eclectic cuisine during your time in Bodrum when you take this Turkish cooking class. Join a small group and start out by shopping for ingredients at a local farmers market. Then, learn to make several Aegean-Turkish dishes alongside your host and learn about local cooking traditions.

Discover the ritual of Turkish coffee on a rooftop terrace overlooking Cappadocia's iconic fairy chimneys — brew it yourself in sand, sip it slowly, and uncover the playful tradition of fortune-telling. ✨ Brew your own Turkish coffee the traditional way, cooked slowly in hot sand ✨ Learn the cultural story and hospitality traditions behind Turkish coffee ✨ Optional fortune-telling session — a fun, social ritual, not a serious prediction ✨ Decaf coffee option available on request ✨ Enjoy it all with breathtaking fairy chimney views from the rooftop ✨ A relaxing, cultural break between hot air balloon rides and valley hikes ✨ Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups Experience one of Turkey's most iconic cultural rituals, brewed by your own hands with a view like no other.