EURORIENTE: TURKIYE AND DUBAI 2X1 (13 Days)

Day 1: ISTANBUL

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your chosen hotel. Accommodation

Day 2: ISTANBUL (B)

FREE DAY or Optionally a full day visit to the Historical part of Istanbul with Lunch

Breakfast. Departure at 08:00 am to visit the mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent located on the third hill of Istanbul with one of the most famous panoramas of the city. Built by the order of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, it was constructed by the famous imperial architect Sinan. Later visit Hagia Sophia (exterior), the culmination of Byzantine art, and the pearl of Istanbul, the famous Topkapi Palace, the 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 prodigy of harmony, proportion, and elegance; and the Hippodrome which preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, the Emperor's Fountain, and the Egyptian Obelisk. In the late afternoon, visit the famous Grand Bazaar where you will enjoy free time to wander among its 4,000 shops. Accommodation.

Day 3: ISTANBUL (B)

FREE DAY or Optional Boat trip to the Bosphorus and visit the Asian part of Istanbul with Lunch

Breakfast. Departure for one of the most famous activities in Istanbul, a boat ride on the Bosphorus, a canal that separates Europe and Asia. During this journey we will see the palaces of the Sultans, old and typical wooden houses and enjoy history in a different way, we will see such emblematic buildings as Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace or the Galata Tower. The navigation will continue along the Bosphorus passing under its famous bridges and we will see other of the main points of interest in Istanbul, such as the Dolmabahç Palace, the Çırağan Palace and the Ortaköy Mosque among others. Next, we will make one of the star visits, the Spice Bazaar, established by the Ottomans 5 centuries ago and used since then, also called "Egyptian Bazaar" and one of the most famous in Istanbul, to enjoy its atmosphere and variety of shops. Continuation to to the Asian part of the city, visiting the “Beylerbey” palace, located on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. Former summer residence of the sultans of the Ottoman Empire, we can also see the famous Bosphorus suspension bridge that connects the European part with the Asian part of the city. After lunch we will visit Camlica Hill Located in the underrated district of Üsküdar, in the Asian part, one of the seven hills of Istanbul and the highest point in the entire city. At 268 meters above sea level, Camlica Hill offers panoramic views of both sides of the city. Accommodation

Day 4: ISTANBUL/ ANKARA / CAPPADOCIA (B - D)

Breakfast. Departure en route to Ankara passing through the Bolu Mountains. the capital of the Turkish Republic and the second most populated city in Turkey (Ankara), a modern and cosmopolitan city steeped in history and culture Antigua. We continue the journey towards Cappadocia. En route we will see the second largest lake in Turkey, El Lago Salado and a 13th century caravanserai (medieval inn) Arrival in Cappadocia. Dinner and accommodation (On some departures the section Istanbul-Ankara could be carried out by high-speed train or with flight domestic for operational reasons)

Day 5: CAPPADOCIA (B - D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to this fascinating region and its original landscape, formed by lava thrown by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. We will visit the Göreme Valley, an incredible Byzantine monastic complex consisting of churches carved into the rock with beautiful frescoes. Next, we will visit the Avcilar Valley and the Pasabagi and Güvercinlik Valleys where you can admire the best view of the volcanic formations called "fairy chimneys." We will visit typical carpet and Onyx and Turquoise stone workshops. Dinner at the hotel and Accommodation

Day 6: CAPPADOCIA / PAMUKKALE (B - D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Early departure to Pamukkale. Arrival and Visit to Hierapolis, ancient Hellenistic city now in ruins. Visit to the famous Cotton Castle, a natural wonder of gigantic white waterfalls, stalactites, and Natural Pools formed over centuries by the passage of water loaded with calcareous salts from thermal springs. Arrival at the hotel Dinner and Accommodation.

Day 7: PAMUKKALE / EPHESUS / KUSADASI / OR IZMIR (B - D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure to Ephesus, Greco-Roman city, ancient capital of Asia Minor and one of the best-preserved in antiquity where you will find 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. Continue to Kusadasi/or Izmir Dinner at the hotel and Accommodation. During the summer months from May-October, accommodation could be in Izmir and its surroundings instead of Kusadasi.(Izmir planned hotels)

Day 8: KUSADASI /OR IZMIR/ BURSA/ ISTANBUL (B)

Breakfast. Departure towards Bursa, first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Visit of the Mosque of Ulucamii, the Kozahan Silk Bazaar and the Green Mausoleum. Continuation of trip to Istanbul arrival and Accommodation. (On some outings for reasons operational, the Izmir-Istanbul section could be carried out with a domestic flight without pass through Bursa)

Day 9: ISTANBUL / DUBAI. (B)

Breakfast and at the indicated time transfer to the airport. To board the flight to Dubai. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation

Day 10: DUBAI / CITY VISIT ((B)

Breakfast. Depart from the hotel towards Deira, you will passá by the Species Souk. Crossing the Canal, arrival and visit to the Dubai Museum. Then along the Jumeirah road, stop for photos of the Jumeirah Mosque. Photo stop at the Burj al'rab the only hotel 7 stars in the world. Along the way we will see Burj Khalifa, the tallest building of the world, the World Trade Centre. And the International Financial Center. Return to hotel. Free afternoon. (Optionally) you can carry out an experience of the sights and sounds of Dubai Creek sailing 2 hours aboard a Show traditional. Your journey will take you from the mouth of the stream along from the same to the illuminated Dubái Creek Golf Club, which resembles candles boat trip with dinner included. Accommodation

Day 11: DUBAI / FREE DAY (OPTIONALSAFARI THROUGH THE DESERT) (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day with the possibility of Optionally taking the most popular excursion “Dubai Desert Safari” in the afternoon. The Land Cruisers (6 people per vehicle) will pick you up at approximately 3:30 p.m. for an exciting journey through the fantastic high dunes. You will be able to make some Unique photos of the Arabian sunset. Once the sun disappears, behind the golden sand dunes, we will head to our Camp in the Desert. The smell of fresh grilled Kabob and lamb, bonfires, the smell of traditional water pipes and the relaxing sounds of music ÁArab, will invite you to an unforgettable afternoon. After having regained strength After the sumptuous dinner, a dancer will show you the ancient art of Dance of the El Skii Belly due to sand and painting with Henna, it is also Included are water, soft drinks, tea and coffee. are included, return to hotel around 9:30 p.m., Accommodation.

Day 12: DUBAI / FREE DAY (OPTIONAL VISIT ABU DHABI) (B)

Breakfast. Free day with the possibility of doing optionally the visit to Abu Dhabi. 2 hour tour from Dubái, passing through We will see the Jebel Ali port, the largest port in the world made by the men, to the capital of UAE. We will admire the Sheikh's Mosque Zayed, the 3rd largest in the world, as well as like the tomb of the same, ancient president of UAE and father of the nation. Lunch and continuation to the bridge from Al Maqta passing through one of the richest areas of Abu Dhabi, the area of ​​the ministers. Arrival at Corniche Street which is compared to Manhattan Stop for photos of the emirates palace hotel this hotel has its helipad and its port known as the expensive built, We continue to Al Batee' area, where The palaces of the Royal family are located. Return to Dubai Accommodation.

Day 13: DUBAI / AIRPORT. (B)

Breakfast and at the indicated time transfer to the airport. End of Services