Urla Wine & Art Tour near Izmir: 2 Wineries & Klazomenai, Private
Overview
Urla Wine & Art Tour near Izmir: 2 Wineries & Klazomenai, Private
Built around wine, design and art, this day in Urla suits travellers with an interest in all three. You start with a short stop at Arkas Art Urla, whose European art, Anatolian textiles and historic armour give a good first taste of the town's cultural life.
Two Boutique Wineries
Urla and the area around it are known for boutique wineries, and you visit two of them. The tastings focus on place, sustainability and craft: at Cakir and HUS the wines do the talking, and the hosts explain how they are made.
Klazomenai and the Story of Olive Oil
Your last stop is Klazomenai, an ancient city where olive oil history meets the long wine tradition of the region. It is an elegant, personal shore excursion for those looking for something beyond standard sightseeing.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arkas Art Urla, HUS & Cakir Wineries, Klazomenai
Your guide welcomes you at Kusadasi Port, and a 2-hour drive brings you to Urla.
You begin at Arkas Art Urla, an elegant gallery presenting selected pieces from the Arkas Collection. The gallery occupies a stone building that has won awards. On show are European paintings, sculpture, tapestries, armour and Anatolian carpets, a fine opening to Urla's cultural side.
The first winery is HUS, a boutique family business where sustainability and a deep connection to the land shape the whole process. You taste five wines with a guide and tour the cellar to understand its particular style.
At Cakir Winery you start with six wines and a carefully selected cheese platter, then walk through the vineyard and cellar. You learn how the wines are produced, from ageing in French oak barrels to working with native varieties like Bornova Misketi and Bogazkere.
On the return journey you stop at Klazomenai, among the oldest centres of olive oil production in the ancient world, for a brief but absorbing look at local farming and trade in antiquity.
The day ends with the drive back to Kusadasi and a drop-off at the port, after a day that combines art, wine, history and the character of Urla.
Important Notes
- The minimum age for this tour is 18.
- It operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Cheese platter and a flight of six wines at Cakir Winery
- ✓Flight of five wines at HUS Winery
- ✓Tour just for your group
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Private van transport
- ✓Talk from the local winemakers
- ✕Lunch
- ✕Beverages Not Mentioned in the Itinerary
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
- ✕Personal Expenses
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at no charge until 7 days before your tour and you receive a full refund. If you cancel within the final 7 days before the tour, no refund is given. All times shown are local.
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Wine and art in Urla: the essentials
Urla sits on the peninsula to the west of Izmir, and this private day there is aimed at people who like good wine, design and art. It costs from $380. The day opens at Arkas Art Urla. Then come tastings at two small boutique wineries: five wines at HUS Winery, and six wines with a cheese platter at Cakir Winery. It closes at Klazomenai, an ancient city tied to the story of olive oil. You have a private guide, a private van and talks by local winemakers, and pick-up is at Kusadasi or Izmir Port.
| Quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Duration | Roughly 8 hours |
| Price | from $380 |
| Type | Private, for guests 18 and older |
| Days | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday |
| Start and end | Kusadasi Port or Izmir Port |
| Included | Private guide, private van, tasting of 5 wines at HUS, tasting of 6 wines with a cheese platter at Cakir, talks by the winemakers |
| Not included | Lunch, other drinks, tips, personal spending |
Is a trip to Urla worthwhile?
Yes, if you love wine. The Urla area is known for small wineries run by families, vineyards that slope down to the sea and an active food and design scene. The day is calmer and more polished than the usual trips to ancient sites. It is a good pick if you have seen Ephesus already.
Where does the day take you?
| Stop | What you experience |
|---|---|
| Arkas Art Urla | Pieces from the Arkas Collection shown in a stone building that has won awards: European paintings, sculpture, armour, tapestries and Anatolian carpets |
| HUS Winery | A small family winery led by sustainability and a feel for its land; a tasting of five wines and a look at the cellar |
| Cakir Winery | A tasting of six wines served with a well-chosen cheese platter |
| Klazomenai | An ancient city where olive oil history meets the long wine tradition of the region |
The drive from Kusadasi Port to Urla is about two hours, and the guide spends it telling you about the area.
Should you pick the Urla or the Kusadasi wine tour?
| Wine and culture tour | How it differs | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| This tour | Urla: art museum, the HUS and Cakir wineries, Klazomenai | $380 |
| Wine tasting shore excursion from Kusadasi | Ancient Teos, the MMG and Ayda wineries, lunch paired with wine included | $300 |
| Ephesus with Sirince village | Ancient ruins and fruit wines in a village on a hill | $300 |
| Ephesus private full day | The classic ancient city | $300 |
Go for Urla if art and small wineries interest you most. Go for the Kusadasi wine tour if you would like lunch in the price and a temple to Dionysus.
On which days can you go?
The tour runs on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. If your ship is in port on a different day, you can take the wine tasting shore excursion from Kusadasi instead.
Do you get lunch?
No, lunch is not part of the price, so you can decide for yourself. Urla is known for its restaurants and local food, and the guide can recommend somewhere that suits your schedule and your taste. The cheese platter at Cakir Winery comes with the tasting.
Who is the tour for?
Guests who are 18 or older. Since it is private, nobody else joins your group, and the pace matches what you want to see. If you are on a cruise, give us your all-aboard time so we can plan the day around it.
Which season is best?
Spring and autumn are the nicest times. Harvest time, in late summer and early autumn, gives the wineries a special atmosphere. Summer days are warm, and the peninsula gets a breeze off the sea.
What to pack?
Bring comfortable shoes for the vineyards and for the ruins of Klazomenai, a hat, sunscreen and some room in your bag in case you buy wine or olive oil. Check what your cruise line allows before you bring bottles on board.
How do you make a booking?
Pick a Tuesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday on this page and submit the form, or send us your ship or hotel details on WhatsApp. We confirm in writing, and payment comes only after confirmation. Looking for more? Browse our Ephesus and Aegean tours and our Turkey tour packages.
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