Turkey and Dubai – 13 Days
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A 13-day multi-country journey combining Turkey's great cultural route with Dubai and an optional Abu Dhabi experience. Begin in Istanbul with Ottoman landmarks, the Bosphorus, Balat and traditional bazaars, continue by high-speed train through Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus, then fly onward to Dubai for old souks, Burj Khalifa, desert safari, dhow cruise options and the skyline of the Emirates.
Tour Highlights
Included/Excluded
- 4 nights' hotel accommodation in Istanbul with breakfast
- 1 night in Ankara with half board
- 2 nights in Cappadocia with half board
- 1 night in Pamukkale with half board
- 4 nights' hotel accommodation in Dubai with breakfast
- Arrival and departure transfers with Spanish-speaking assistance
- High-speed train journey from Istanbul to Ankara in economy class
- Istanbul Bosphorus boat trip and Balat district visit
- Professional Spanish-speaking guide throughout the Turkey route
- Entrance fees and visits as per the itinerary
- Dubai city tour
- Burj Khalifa 124th-floor visit
- Air-conditioned transfers
- Hotel taxes where specified in the source program
- International flights
- Optional excursions
- Personal expenses
- Service fees and tips for porters, guide and driver
- Turkey hotel tax
- Domestic Izmir-Istanbul flight if selected instead of bus return
- Visa fees if required
- Travel insurance
- Any extras not mentioned as included
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
Upon arrival in Istanbul, meet your representative and transfer to your chosen hotel. Overnight stay.
Meals: None
Accommodation: Istanbul hotel
Day 2: Istanbul Free Day and Optional Historic City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day, or join an optional full-day tour of Istanbul's historic district. See the exterior of Hagia Sophia, visit Topkapi Palace with its treasury and sacred relics, enjoy lunch in Sultanahmet, then continue to the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, the Fountain of Emperor Wilhelm and the Egyptian Obelisk. Late afternoon visit to the Grand Bazaar with free time among its thousands of shops. Return to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Istanbul hotel
Day 3: Bosphorus, Balat and Spice Bazaar
Breakfast. Panoramic visit of Balat, known for its colorful houses, followed by a boat trip on the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia. See sultans' palaces and traditional wooden houses from the water, then visit the historic Spice Bazaar. The rest of the day is free, with optional visits to Suleyman the Magnificent Mosque, Beylerbeyi Palace and Camlica Hill on the Asian side of Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Istanbul hotel
Day 4: Istanbul to Ankara by Train
Breakfast. Transfer to the high-speed train station for the journey to Ankara. During the route, enjoy views around Lake Sapanca, the Bolu Mountains and Eskisehir before arriving in Turkey's political capital. Transfer to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Ankara hotel
Day 5: Ankara and Cappadocia
Breakfast. Visit the Ataturk Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of the Turkish Republic, then continue to Ankara Citadel and Ankara Castle, with Ottoman houses and wide views over the old town. Visit the Hamamonu district before driving toward Cappadocia, passing Salt Lake en route. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Cappadocia hotel
Day 6: Cappadocia
Breakfast at the hotel. Optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise. Later, discover Cappadocia's volcanic landscape, monasteries and chapels carved into the rock around Goreme. Stop at a carpet and kilim workshop, pass through Guvercinlik Valley, admire Uchisar Castle, and visit a workshop for local stones and jewelry. Optional Turkish folk dance show in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Cappadocia hotel
Day 7: Cappadocia to Pamukkale
Breakfast. Early departure for Pamukkale. Visit Hierapolis, the ancient Hellenistic city, then explore the Cotton Castle, famous for white terraces, cascades and thermal pools formed by calcium-rich waters. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Pamukkale hotel
Day 8: Pamukkale, Ephesus and Return to Istanbul
Breakfast. Depart for Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in Turkey, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and the grand theater. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, then stop at a leather fashion boutique. Return to Istanbul by regular bus service, or optionally transfer to Izmir Airport for a flight to Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Istanbul hotel
Day 9: Istanbul to Dubai
Breakfast. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your flight to Dubai. On arrival at Dubai International Airport, meet the representative outside the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Dubai hotel
Day 10: Dubai City Tour and Optional Dhow Cruise
Breakfast. City tour through Deira, the Spice Souk and the Gold Souk, crossing Dubai Creek by Abra water taxi. Continue with a panoramic visit around Dubai Museum, Jumeirah Mosque, Burj Al Arab photo stop and Dubai Mall. Ascend to the 124th floor of Burj Khalifa. Optional evening dhow dinner cruise along Dubai Creek.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Dubai hotel
Day 11: Dubai Free Morning and Optional Desert Safari
Breakfast. Morning at leisure. Optional afternoon 4x4 desert safari through the high dunes, with sunset photos, a desert camp, BBQ dinner, Arabic music, belly dancing, henna painting, sand skiing, water, soft drinks, tea and coffee.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Dubai hotel
Day 12: Dubai and Optional Abu Dhabi
Breakfast. Optional Abu Dhabi visit from Dubai, passing Jebel Ali Port toward the UAE capital. See Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Al Maqta Bridge, the Ministers' Quarter, the Corniche, Emirates Palace photo stop and Ferrari World photo stop before returning to Dubai.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Dubai hotel
Day 13: Departure from Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Dubai International Airport at the scheduled time. End of services.
Meals: Breakfast
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