Topkapi Palace<\/a>, residence of Ottoman sultans for four centuries. Enjoy a typical lunch at a local restaurant in Sultanahmet, then admire the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome with its Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, German Fountain, and Egyptian Obelisk. End the afternoon at the Grand Bazaar with free time to explore its 4,000 shops.<\/p>\nOvernight stay, Breakfast and Lunch.<\/p>\n
Day 3: ISTANBUL \/ BOSPHORUS CRUISE \/ SPICE BAZAAR<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Begin one of Istanbul\u2019s top activities: a cruise on the Bosphorus, the strait separating Europe and Asia. Admire the sultans\u2019 palaces, traditional wooden homes, and enjoy the history from the water.<\/p>\n
Then visit the famous Spice Bazaar, created by the Ottomans five centuries ago and still bustling. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and variety of shops. In the afternoon, a tour with lunch on the Asian side, including a visit to Beylerbeyi Palace, a former summer residence of the Ottoman sultans. See the famous Bosphorus Bridge connecting Europe and Asia. After lunch, continue to the \u00dcsk\u00fcdar district and ascend Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul at 268 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views of both sides of the city.<\/p>\n
Return to the hotel at the end of the day.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay, Breakfast and Lunch.<\/p>\n
Day 4 TURKEY & DUBAI: ISTANBUL \/ ANKARA<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Departure to Ankara via the Bolu mountains. Upon arrival, panoramic city tour of Turkey\u2019s capital and second-largest city: modern, cosmopolitan, and steeped in ancient history. Visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of Atat\u00fcrk, founder of the Turkish Republic. Arrival at our hotel in the evening.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay, Breakfast and Dinner.<\/p>\n
Day 5 TURKEY & DUBAI: ANKARA \/ CAPPADOCIA<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Departure to Cappadocia. En route, see Salt Lake, the second-largest in Turkey, and a 13th-century caravanserai. Arrival in Cappadocia. Optionally, enjoy a Jeep Safari\u2014an exciting adventure exploring unique landscapes and valleys in a 4×4.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay, Breakfast and Dinner.<\/p>\n
Day 6 TURKEY & DUBAI: CAPPADOCIA<\/h2>\n
Breakfast at the hotel. Tour this fascinating region shaped by lava from Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. Visit the G\u00f6reme Valley, a stunning Byzantine monastic complex with rock-cut churches and vibrant frescoes. Then explore Avcilar and G\u03ccvercinlik Valleys to admire the famous \u201cfairy chimneys.\u201d Visit local workshops featuring traditional carpets and onyx and turquoise stones.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay, Breakfast and Dinner.<\/p>\n
Day 7: CAPPADOCIA \/ PAMUKKALE<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Early departure to Pamukkale. Arrival and tour of Hierapolis, a Hellenistic city now in ruins. Visit the famous Cotton Castle, a natural wonder with white cascades, stalactites, and mineral-rich thermal pools. Arrival at the hotel.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay, Breakfast and Dinner.<\/p>\n
Day 8: PAMUKKALE \/ EPHESUS \/ KUSADASI or IZMIR<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Morning departure to Ephesus, a Greco-Roman city and former capital of Asia Minor, one of the best-preserved in antiquity. Visit the Temples of Hadrian and Trajan, the theater, and the Library of Celsus. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Continue to a leather goods gallery to see local lambskin products. Travel to Kusadasi or Izmir in the late afternoon.<\/p>\n
(During summer months\u2014May to October\u2014accommodation may be in Izmir instead of Kusadasi.)<\/p>\n
Overnight stay, Breakfast and Dinner.<\/p>\n
Day 9: KUSADASI or IZMIR \/ BURSA \/ ISTANBUL<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Departure to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Visit the Grand Mosque (Ulucamii), the Silk Bazaar of Kozahan, and the Green Mausoleum. Continue to Istanbul. Arrival and overnight stay.<\/p>\n
(Note: On some departures, the Izmir-Istanbul route may be operated by domestic flight without visiting Bursa due to operational reasons.)<\/p>\n
Overnight stay and Breakfast.<\/p>\n
Day 10: ISTANBUL \/ DUBAI (FLIGHT NOT INCLUDED)<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for your international flight<\/strong> (not included)<\/strong> to Dubai. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your selected hotel.<\/p>\nOvernight stay and Breakfast.<\/p>\n
Day 11: DUBAI \/ CITY TOUR<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Departure to Deira to explore the famous Spice Souk, a market full of exotic aromas and flavors. Cross the creek to visit the Dubai Museum and discover the fascinating history and culture of the UAE. Continue along Jumeirah Road with a photo stop at the iconic Jumeirah Mosque. Stop for a memorable photo in front of the Burj Al Arab, the world\u2019s only 7-star hotel. See the impressive Burj Khalifa, the World Trade Centre, and the modern International Financial Centre. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. Free time. Optional: Dinner on a traditional Dhow boat.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay and Breakfast.<\/p>\n
Day 12 TURKEY & DUBAI: DUBAI<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Free day with the option of a Desert Safari in Dubai.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay and Breakfast.<\/p>\n
Day 13: DUBAI<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. Free day with the option of a full-day tour to Abu Dhabi.<\/p>\n
Overnight stay and Breakfast.<\/p>\n
Day 14: DUBAI \/ AIRPORT<\/h2>\n
Breakfast. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport.<\/p>\n
****END OF OUR SERVICES****<\/strong><\/p>\nPrices per person based on accommodation type:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n| PRICES PER PERSON IN USD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| SEASON<\/td>\n | DEPARTURES<\/td>\n | CATEGORY<\/td>\n | TRIPLE<\/td>\n | DOUBLE<\/td>\n | SINGLE<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| LOW (MAY – JUN – JUL – SEP)<\/td>\n | DAILY EXCEPT THURSDAY<\/td>\n | A – Tourist 3*Sup<\/td>\n | $1,370<\/td>\n | $1,370<\/td>\n | $1,970<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| B – First 4*<\/td>\n | $1,540<\/td>\n | $1,540<\/td>\n | $2,360<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| C – First 4* Sup<\/td>\n | $1,765<\/td>\n | $1,765<\/td>\n | $2,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| HIGH (OCT – NOV – DEC – JAN – FEB – MAR)<\/td>\n | A – Tourist 3*Sup<\/td>\n | $1,520<\/td>\n | $1,520<\/td>\n | $2,240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| B – First 4*<\/td>\n | $1,670<\/td>\n | $1,670<\/td>\n | $2,620<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n |
\n| C – First 4* Sup<\/td>\n | $1,930<\/td>\n | $1,930<\/td>\n | $3,160<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n |