Istanbul, all Anatolia and Luxury Dubai - 15 days
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 15-day journey that takes you through the historical and cultural wonders of Turkey and the modern marvels of Dubai. This multi-day tour is designed to provide an immersive experience, blending the rich history, stunning architecture, vibrant markets, and breathtaking landscapes of these two contrasting destinations. From the Byzantine art in Istanbul to the high dunes of Dubai, every day brings a new adventure. The tour includes comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and visits to iconic attractions like the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and the Burj Khalifa. Whether you're a history buff, a culture enthusiast, or a nature lover, this tour offers something for everyone.
Included
Transfers airport/hotel/airport are included.
Hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis.
English/Spanish speaking guide included.
- 4 Nights of Accommodation and Breakfast in Istanbul According to Chosen Category.
- 1 Night Accommodation in Ankara.
- 2 Nights of Accommodation in Cappadocia.
- 1 Night of Accommodation in Pamukkale.
- 1 Night Accommodation in Izmir.
- 1 Night of Accommodation in Canakkale.
- Arrival and departure transfers with Enlgish and Spanish-speaking assistance.
- Travel by High Speed train from Istanbul to Ankara (250km/h) – Economy class.
- Excursion in Istanbul (Boat Trip on the Bosphorus – Balat Neighborhood).
- Professional English and Spanish-speaking guide during the trip.
- Tickets and visits according to the itinerary.
- 24/7 traveler assistance in English and Spanish during the trip. (Wtsapp- Telephone).
- 4 nights in a hotel in Dubai with breakfast included.
- Regular airport – hotel – airport transfers, with English and Spanish-speaking assistance.
- Regular half-day tour in Dubai with English and Spanish-speaking guide.
- Regular full-day tour of Abu Dhabi with English and Spanish-speaking guide.
- Regular desert safari and transportation in English (assistance supplement in Spanish $50.00 per PAX)
Map
Attractions
Buldan Yayla Gölü
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Tatlarin Yeralti Sehri
House of Virgin Mary
Imagination Valley cappadocia souvenir
Hierapolis Ancient Theatre
Beylerbeyi Palace
Ankara Castle
Eyüp Sultan Mosque
Bursa City Museum
Poyrazlar Lake
Hagia Irene
Grand Bazaar
Topkapı Palace
Green Tomb
İstanbul Boğazı
Atatürk Arboretum
Bergama Museum
Ladies Beach
Kizilcukur Valley
Asclepieion of Pergamon
Uchisar Castle
Basilica CisternDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
- Istanbul - Arrival day
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Welcome to Istanbul, the city where East meets West. Upon your arrival, you'll be greeted and transferred to your chosen hotel for a restful night.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Istanbul
- Istanbul
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- Sultan Ahmed Mosque
- Hagia Irene
- Grand Bazaar
- Topkapı Palace
- Basilica Cistern
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Start your day with a hearty breakfast before setting off to explore the magnificent city of Istanbul. Visit the historical Basilica of Saint Sophia, the epitome of Byzantine art, and the Topkapi Palace, the residence of the Ottoman sultans for four centuries. Continue your journey to the Blue Mosque, a marvel of harmony, proportion, and elegance, and the Hippodrome, home to the Obelisk of Theodosius and the Serpentine Column. End your day at the Grand Bazaar, where you can shop to your heart's content among its 4,000 shops.
Day 3 – Day 3: Istanbul - Balat and Bosphorus
- Istanbul
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- Beylerbeyi Palace
- Eyüp Sultan Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
- İstanbul Boğazı
- Atatürk Arboretum
- Basilica Cistern
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After breakfast, embark on a panoramic tour of the artistic Balat neighborhood, known for its colorful houses. Enjoy a boat ride on the Bosphorus, the strait that separates Istanbul into two continents. Witness the palaces of the Sultans, old wooden houses, and experience history in a unique way. Visit the Spice Bazaar, a five-century-old market, and optionally, the Sultan Süleyman Mosque. Cross the Bosphorus Bridge to visit the Beylerbey Palace and Çamlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul.
Day 4 – Day 4: Istanbul to Ankara
- Istanbul
- Eskisehir
- Ankara
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- Eskişehir Meerschaum Museum
- Bolu Narven
- Poyrazlar Lake
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After breakfast, transfer to the high-speed train station for your journey to Ankara. En route, enjoy a panoramic view of Sapanca Lake and the Bolu Mountains. Pass through the city of Eskişehir, known for its universities. Upon arrival in Ankara, the political capital of Turkey, transfer to your hotel for a restful night.
Day 5 – Day 5: Ankara to Cappadocia
- Ankara
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- Ankara Castle
- METU Forest
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Start your day with breakfast before heading to the Ankara Citadel, a monumental fortification overlooking the old town. Explore the Hamamönü neighborhood, known for its Seljuk and Ottoman-style houses. Continue your journey towards Cappadocia, passing by the Salt Lake, the second-largest lake in Turkey. Upon arrival in Cappadocia, check into your hotel for a restful night.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Cappadocia
Day 6: Exploring Cappadocia
- Tatlarin Yeralti Sehri
- Imagination Valley cappadocia souvenir
- Efe Nevşehir Cappadocia Rent A Car Car Rental
- Kizilcukur Valley
- Uchisar Castle
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After breakfast, you have the optional opportunity to enjoy a hot air balloon ride at sunrise. Then, set off to explore the fascinating region of Cappadocia, home to unique landscapes formed by volcanic eruptions. Visit the numerous monasteries and chapels of Göreme, carved into the rocks and decorated with frescoes. Take a stroll through the Güvercinlik Valley and admire the panoramic view of the Uchisar Castle. End your day with a visit to a local shop selling handmade decorative items and Cappadocian jewelry.
Day 7 – Day 7: Cappadocia to Pamukkale
- Pamukkale
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- Buldan Yayla Gölü
- Hierapolis Ancient Theatre
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After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale. Visit Hierapolis, an ancient Hellenistic city now in ruins. Explore the famous Cotton Castle, a natural wonder of gigantic white waterfalls, stalactites, and natural pools formed over centuries by calcareous thermal springs. After a day of exploration, check into your hotel in Pamukkale for a restful night.
Day 8 – Day 8: Pamukkale to İzmir via Ephesus
- Pamukkale
- Izmir
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- El Heykeli
- House of Virgin Mary
- Ladies Beach
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Start your day with breakfast before heading to Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city in Turkey. Explore the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and its grand theater. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, where she spent her last years. In the late afternoon, stop at a fashion store for an authentic leather fashion show. Continue your journey to İzmir and check into your hotel for a restful night.
Day 9 – Day 9: İzmir to Troy via Pergamo
- Izmir
- Çanakkale
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- Bergama Museum
- Asclepieion of Pergamon
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After breakfast, depart for Pergamo, an important cultural and medical center of antiquity. Visit the Asclepion, an ancient therapeutic center dedicated to Aesculapius, the god of medicine. After lunch, continue to the legendary city of Troy, made famous by Homer's 'Iliad' and the Trojan War against the Greeks. Explore the ruins before checking into your hotel for the night.
Day 10 – Day 10: Troy to Istanbul via Bursa
- Çanakkale
- Bursa
- Istanbul
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- Bursa City Museum
- Green Tomb
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After breakfast, depart for Bursa. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, visiting the Green Mosque. Continue your journey to Istanbul and check into your hotel for a restful night.
Day 11 – Day 11: Istanbul to Dubai
- Istanbul
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After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Dubai (flight not included). Upon arrival in Dubai, you'll be transferred to your hotel for a restful night.
Day 12 – Day 12: Dubai Desert Safari
Day 12: Dubai Desert Safari
After breakfast, enjoy a free morning. In the afternoon, embark on the popular 'Dubai Desert Safari'. Travel through the high dunes in Land Cruisers, capturing unique photos of the Arabian sunset. Arrive at the Desert Camp for an evening of fresh grilled Kabob and lamb, bonfires, traditional water pipes, and Arabic music. Experience sand skiing and henna painting before returning to your hotel around 9:30 p.m.
Day 13 – Day 13: Exploring Dubai
Day 13: Exploring Dubai
After breakfast, depart for Deira and visit the Species Souk. Cross the Canal and visit the Dubai Museum. Along the Jumeirah road, stop for photos at the Jumeirah Mosque and the Burj Al Arab, the world's only 7-star hotel. Continue your journey to see the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, the World Trade Centre, and the International Financial Center. Return to your hotel for a restful night.
Day 14 – Day 14: Dubai to Abu Dhabi
Day 14: Dubai to Abu Dhabi
After breakfast, depart for a tour of Abu Dhabi. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the third-largest in the world, and the tomb of Sheikh Zayed, the father of the nation. Pass through the Ministers Area and Corniche Street, often compared to Manhattan. Stop for photos at the Emirates Palace Hotel and continue to the Al Batee Area, where the palaces of the Royal family are located. Return to Dubai and check into your hotel for a restful night.
Day 15 – Day 15: Departure from Dubai
Day 15: Departure from Dubai
After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport at the appropriate time for your departure flight. This marks the end of our services. We hope you enjoyed your journey and look forward to welcoming you again.
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