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Upon arrival in Istanbul, our local operator will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, engaging in personal activities. In the evening, we will visit the city center to explore Istanbul’s most famous street, İstiklal Caddesi, also known as “Independence Street.” This bustling area features the renowned Galata Tower, a remnant of the Genoese colony in Istanbul. The tower stands tall on the Galata Walls at the entrance of the Golden Horn, offering breathtaking views of the city and ranking as one of Istanbul’s top attractions.
İstiklal Caddesi is lined with boutiques, music stores, bookstores, art galleries, cinemas, theaters, libraries, cafes, pubs, restaurants, nightclubs with live music, historic pastry shops, and chocolatiers. Enjoy your free time exploring this lively and diverse street. Afterward, we will return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Our first stop is the Suleiman the Magnificent Mosque, the most iconic Ottoman mosque. Perched on a hill overlooking the Golden Horn, the Suleymaniye Mosque’s minarets and grand dome are visible from almost every point in the city.
Next, we cross to the Asian side to visit Çamlıca Hill, which offers the best panoramic views of Istanbul. At 285 meters high, it is a perfect spot to relax and take in the magnificent cityscape. Çamlıca is especially popular on weekends for breakfast and dinner with Bosphorus views.
Before lunch, we will visit the Patriarchal Cathedral of St. George, the main Greek Orthodox cathedral in Istanbul and the seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople since the 1600s. This site is recognized as the spiritual leader of Orthodox Christians worldwide.
After enjoying lunch at a traditional restaurant, embark on a breathtaking boat tour along the Bosphorus Strait, the natural divide between the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. Marvel at the stunning mosques, mansions, illuminated suspension bridges, palaces, and Ottoman fortresses along the way.
We end the day at the Spice Bazaar, built in 1660. This vibrant market is a must-visit for international cuisine enthusiasts, offering a vast array of spices and Turkish delights. Afterward, return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel. Today, we explore the historic old town of Istanbul. Our journey starts with a visit to the Forum of Constantine, constructed at the founding of Byzantium just outside the ancient city walls. The forum was circular with monumental gates to the east and west. The Column of Constantine, known today as Çemberlitaş, was erected in the 4th century AD and still stands at the forum’s center.
Next, we visit the Topkapi Palace, built between 1460 and 1473 by order of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror. For nearly 400 years, it served as the residence and administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, housing 26 different sultans. Today, it is one of Istanbul’s most visited museums, showcasing the royal Ottoman treasury, war booty, trophies, gifts, ceremonial weapons, and religious relics.
Our tour continues with a visit to Hagia Sophia, an architectural masterpiece built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century. This historic building reflects a blend of Christian and Muslim influences, having transitioned from a basilica to a mosque and finally to a museum.
Later, we explore the Roman Hippodrome, constructed in 203 AD by Roman Emperor Septimius Severus and expanded by Constantine the Great when he chose Istanbul as the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. The Hippodrome is adorned with obelisks, columns, and fountains.
Next, we visit the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Famous for its six minarets, which caused controversy during its construction, the mosque was adorned with over 20,000 blue tiles. To resolve the controversy, a seventh minaret was added to the Great Mosque of Mecca.
After lunch, we will explore the Grand Bazaar, the largest covered market in the world, with 4,000 shops spread over 30,700 square meters. The Grand Bazaar is a must-visit for shopping enthusiasts.
We return to the hotel for overnight accommodation.
Begin your day with a delicious breakfast before embarking on a full-day exploration of the enchanting region of Cappadocia. This area is renowned for its spectacular and unique landscapes, formed by lava flows from the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes around 3 million years ago. Historically, the Persians referred to Cappadocia as the “land of beautiful horses.”
Your first stop is the Göreme Open-Air Museum, which features churches and chapels carved into volcanic rocks by early Christians. Next, you’ll visit the stunning Pasabag and Güvercinlik Valleys, famous for their fairy chimneys. Continue your adventure to the popular Love Valley, known for its distinctive rock formations.
In the afternoon, visit a workshop that specializes in authentic local gemstones, providing a unique insight into the region’s traditional crafts.
Conclude your day with a delightful dinner at your hotel, followed by a comfortable overnight stay.
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Start your day with a hearty breakfast before setting out early towards Pamukkale. Our first stop is the Sultanhanı Caravanserai, the largest inn in Anatolia, built by Sultan Kayqubad I (1221-1237) to facilitate and accelerate regional trade.
We will then travel through Konya, the largest city in Anatolia and the center of the Whirling Dervishes.
Upon arrival in Denizli, we will visit the ancient city of Hierapolis and the stunning natural wonder of Pamukkale, also known as the “Cotton Castle.” This site features a giant cascading waterfall, stalactites, and natural pools formed over centuries by mineral-rich thermal waters.
Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Explore these incredible sites on your journey from Cappadocia to Pamukkale, experiencing both historical landmarks and natural beaut
Begin your day with a delicious breakfast before departing for Ephesus, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in Asia Minor dating back to the 1st and 2nd centuries. Enter through the Magnesia Gate and marvel at the incredible sights. Marble streets lead to impressive temples, frescoes in the Terrace Houses, fountains, and porticos.
Explore the iconic three-story Library of Celsus, once the third-largest library of the ancient world, along with other landmarks such as the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian on Curetes Street, the Fountain of Trajan, and the Grand Theater, which could accommodate around 25,000 spectators.
After touring Ephesus, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final home of Jesus’ mother and a pilgrimage site, especially for Catholics.
Continue to Kusadasi on the Aegean Sea, where you will also visit a leather workshop. Dinner and accommodation will be provided.
Note: Accommodation may be in Izmir or Kusadasi, depending on the season or availability at the time of booking.
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Start your day with a hearty breakfast before departing for the ancient city of Troy, a site celebrated in epic poetry and revered for its rich history of love, heroism, and civilization. Located just 4.5 kilometers from the Dardanelles Strait, Troy, nestled at the foot of Mount Ida, has a history dating back nearly 3,000 years BC. This is the legendary setting of the Trojan War, famously chronicled in Homer’s Iliad.
Once thought to be merely a legend, Troy was rediscovered in 1868. Over the centuries, the city was rebuilt multiple times due to wars and natural disasters. Its strategic location made it an attractive urban area throughout history. Troy’s most remarkable feature is its nine distinct layers of settlements, providing over 3,000 years of continuous occupation and offering invaluable insights into the civilizations that lived here.
During our visit, we’ll explore the archaeological site, examining the nine layers of the city and the replica of the famous wooden horse. Later, we’ll stroll along the city’s promenade, where you can see the original wooden horse from the 2004 movie “Troy,” directed by Wolfgang Petersen and starring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, and Orlando Bloom.
After exploring the historical center, we will proceed to our hotel. Dinner and accommodation will be provided in Çanakkale.
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Start your day with a delicious breakfast before departing early for Istanbul, crossing the Dardanelles Strait. Upon arrival in Istanbul, we will embark on the Pierre Loti tour.
Named after the famous French novelist and traveler, Pierre Loti Hill (Pierre Loti Tepesi) is renowned for its stunning views of Istanbul’s natural harbor, the Golden Horn. This popular spot is perfect for selfies, offering breathtaking panoramas. At the top of the hill, you’ll find six historic mansions converted into a boutique hotel, a restaurant, and the famous Pierre Loti Café. Here, you can enjoy the views while sipping a cup of Turkish tea or coffee. Pierre Loti himself used to sit here and write his novels when the café was known as Rabia Kadın Café.
For the best views, try the telescope on the observation platform.
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Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before departing for the airport to catch your flight to the United Arab Emirates.
Upon arrival at Dubai Airport, you will receive assistance in Spanish and be transferred to your hotel.
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After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel at the scheduled time for the Abu Dhabi tour, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, also known as the Jewel of Arabia. The journey takes approximately 2 hours from Dubai, passing by Jebel Ali Port, one of the world’s largest ports.
Our first stop will be at the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, a stunning place of worship and one of the most spectacular landmarks in the city. It is the third largest mosque in the world, accommodating up to 40,000 worshippers. Built entirely with Carrara marble, the mosque was inaugurated in the autumn of 2007. Its magnificent architecture beautifully complements Abu Dhabi’s urban landscape.
Next, we will continue the tour by visiting Heritage Village. This historical village provides visitors with a glimpse into the region’s past. Situated on an island, it features traditional adobe houses, a mosque, and a traditional market, offering insights into the culture and traditions of the UAE before the discovery of oil.
Our tour will also include a visit to Yas Island, a new hub of entertainment in the region. Here, you can explore leisure spaces and the famous Yas Marina Circuit, which hosts the annual Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Enjoy a buffet lunch at a hotel to savor delicious Arabic cuisine. Afterward, we will return to the hotel in Dubai, where you will have free time to rest and relax.
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Experience the grandeur of Abu Dhabi and its cultural treasures on this enriching tour from Dubai.
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. At the designated time, you will be assisted in Spanish for your transfer to the airport.
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