Explore Türkiye and Dubai on a unique trip

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**Explore Turkey and Dubai on a journey filled with history, culture, and luxury.**

**Visiting:** 3 nights Istanbul – 1 night Ankara – 2 nights Cappadocia – 1 night Pamukkale – Ephesus – 1 night Izmir/Kusadasi – Bursa – 1 night Istanbul – 4 nights Dubai

Day 1: ARRIVAL / ISTANBUL

Welcome to Istanbul! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel category. Accommodation

If you are arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST), our representative will be waiting for you outside through Gate 8. If you are arriving at Istanbul Airport (SAW) on the Asian side, our representative will be waiting for you across the pedestrian walkway between Column 9 and Column 10.

Day 2: ISTANBUL / SULEIMAN THE MAGNIFICENT (D)

Breakfast. Departure to visit the Süleymaniye Mosque , located on the third hill of Istanbul, offering one of the most famous panoramic views of the city. Commissioned by Sultan Süleymaniye the Magnificent, it was built by the renowned imperial architect Sinan. After the visit, a full-day tour of the historical part of Istanbul, where you will see the Hagia Sophia (exterior only), a culmination of Byzantine art, and the pearl of Istanbul, the famous Topkapi Palace , residence of the Ottoman sultans for four centuries. Enjoy a typical lunch at a local restaurant in the Sultanahmet area . Admire the Blue Mosque , a marvel of harmony, proportion, and elegance; and the Hippodrome , which preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, the Fountain of Emperor Wilhelm, and the Egyptian Obelisk. In the late afternoon, visit the famous Grand Bazaar , where you will have free time to explore its 4,000 shops. Overnight stay

Day 3: ISTANBUL / BOSPHORUS WALK / SPICE BAZAAR (D)

Breakfast . Departure for one of Istanbul’s most famous activities: a boat trip on the Bosphorus , the strait that separates Europe and Asia. During this journey, you’ll see the palaces of the Sultans, traditional wooden houses, and experience history in a unique way. Next, we’ll visit one of the city’s highlights: the Spice Bazaar , established by the Ottomans five centuries ago and still in use today. Our included tour ends at the bazaar, where you can soak up its atmosphere and browse its diverse shops. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Asian side of the city, including lunch. We’ll visit Beylerbey Palace, located on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. This former summer residence of the Ottoman sultans will also give us a view of the famous suspension bridge. From the Bosphorus , which connects the European and Asian sides of the city, after lunch we will visit the underrated district of Üsküdar, located on the Asian side , before heading to Çamlıca Hill , one of the city’s seven hills and the highest point in Istanbul. At 268 meters above sea level, Çamlıca Hill offers panoramic views of both sides of the city. At the end of the day, return to the hotel. Overnight stay

Day 4: ISTANBUL / ANKARA (B – D)

Breakfast . Departure for Ankara , passing through the Bolu Mountains. Upon arrival, we will take a panoramic tour by coach of Ankara, the capital of the Turkish Republic and Turkey’s second most populous city , a modern and cosmopolitan city steeped in history and ancient culture. Visit to the Anıtkabir Mausoleum , a symbol of Ankara and the final resting place of the founder of the Turkish Republic . Late afternoon arrival at our hotel. Dinner. and Accommodation.

Day 5: ANKARA / CAPADOCIA (B – D)

Breakfast . Departure for Cappadocia. En route we will see Turkey’s second largest lake, Lake Tuz (Salt Lake) , and a 13th-century caravanserai (medieval inn). Arrival in Cappadocia.

Optionally You can book a Jeep Safari tour of Cappadocia , one of the most exciting adventures in Cappadocia, allowing you to explore the region in an off-road vehicle and reach unique landscapes of rock formations and valleys. Dinner and accommodation included .

Day 6: CAPADOCIA (B – C)

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit this fascinating region with its unique landscape, formed by lava ejected from the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. We will visit the Göreme Valley , an incredible Byzantine monastic complex comprised of churches carved into the rock and adorned with beautiful frescoes. Next, we will visit the Avcilar and Gövercinlik Valleys , where you can admire the best views of the volcanic formations known as “fairy chimneys.” We will also visit traditional carpet and onyx workshops . and Turquoise . Dinner and Accommodation.

Day 7: CAPPADOCIA / PAMUKKALE (B – D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Early departure for Pamukkale . Arrival and visit to Hierapolis , an ancient Hellenistic city now in ruins. Visit to the famous Cotton Castle , a natural wonder of gigantic white cascades, stalactites, and natural pools formed over centuries by the flow of calcium-rich water from thermal springs. Arrival at the hotel . Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 8: PAMUKKALE / EPHESUS / KUSADASI / OR IZMIR (B – D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure for Ephesus, a Greco-Roman city, ancient capital of Asia Minor and one of the best-preserved ancient cities, home to the Temple of Hadrian , the Temple of Trajan , the theater , and the Library of Celsus . Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary , where she spent the last years of her life. Afterward, we will visit a leather goods gallery to learn about the region’s famous production of lambskin garments. In the late afternoon, we continue to Kusadasi or Izmir. Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay . (During the summer months of May-October, accommodation may be in Izmir and its surroundings instead of Kusadasi .)

Day 9: KUSADASI / OR IZMIR / BURSA / ISTANBUL (D)

Breakfast. Departure for Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Visit to the Ulucamii Mosque , the Kozahan Silk Bazaar , and the Green Mausoleum . Continue the journey to Istanbul. Arrival and overnight stay . (On some departures, due to operational reasons, the Izmir-Istanbul leg may be covered by a domestic flight without stopping in Bursa).

Day 10: ISTANBUL / DUBAI (D)

Breakfast and at the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board your international flight (not included) to Dubai . Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel according to your chosen category. Overnight stay

Day 11: DUBAI / CITY TOUR (D)

breakfast . Half-day excursion to Old Dubai , providing an insight into the city’s historic center. We will visit the Bastakia district with its old merchant houses , galleries , and restaurants. and cafes . Continuing with a visit to the Dubai Museum, where we’ll gain insight into life in Dubai before the discovery of oil. Then, we’ll board an “Abra” (river taxi) for an atmospheric experience on the other side of the creek. We’ll continue to the exotic and aromatic Spice Souk and the world-renowned Gold Souk . Return to the hotel and afternoon for a tour of modern Dubai with lunch, where we’ll meet the Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping mall; Burj Khalifa , the world’s tallest building, with entry included to the 124th-125th floor . Dubai’s amazing magic fountains, the artificial island The Palm, a photo stop at the Atlantis The Palm, and the Dubai financial center.

Day 12: DUBAI (D)

Breakfast at the hotel, Dubai Desert Safari . Overnight stay.

Day 13: DUBAI (D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day with the option of a full -day tour of Abu Dhabi . Overnight stay.

Day 14: DUBAI / AIRPORT (D)

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport.

***End of services****

SERVICES INCLUDED:

• 24/7 traveler assistance in Spanish via (WhatsApp – Telephone)
• Medical assistance for those under 70 years of age (Supplement applies for those over 71 years of age)

In Türkiye:

• 4 nights Bed and Breakfast in Istanbul
• 5 nights accommodation during the tour
• Half-board scheme during the circuit
• Arrival and departure transfers
• Visit to the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent in Istanbul
• Excursion in Istanbul (Bosphorus boat trip – Egyptian Bazaar)
• Tickets and visits according to the itinerary
• Professional guide for Spanish speakers

In Dubai

• 4 nights Bed and Breakfast in Dubai
• Arrival and departure transfers
• Visit to the city of Dubai

Price in (USD)

Rate valid from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.

(Except Carnival – New Year – Easter – Holidays and Dates of Major Events)

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:

In Türkiye:

• Hotel taxes in Türkiye payable on arrival $15 pp.
• General tips for the trip payable at destination $45 pp.
• Optional excursions or personal expenses
• Any service not listed as included

In Dubai

• Hotel taxes in Dubai payable directly at destination
• General trip tips $20 pp payable at destination
• Dubai Entry Visa, if applicable
• Optional excursions or personal expenses
• Any service not listed as included

NOTE:

If your international arrival/departure flights are to the Asian airport SAW, you will need to add ” SAW Transfer Supplement ” to your booking process.

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