The Best of Dubai & Turkey 15 Days - 14 Nights - Hotel ⭐⭐⭐

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ITINERARY

DAY 01:DUBAI - ARRIVAL

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

DAY 02: DUBAI - CLASSIC DUBAI TOUR - DINNER DHOW CRUISE AT MARINA

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet in the lobby of your hotel for the panoramic tour that allows us to get to know the most developed city on the planet, the city of tomorrow, where there are incomparable construction projects. We will start with a panoramic stop at the Burj Al Arab, the 7-star hotel, where we will have the opportunity to take some photographs.

Next, we will head to the Jumeirah Mosque, a blend of Ottoman and Arab art. We will continue the tour by visiting the traditional Bastakya neighborhood, a journey through the past with its wind towers where the first natural air conditioning is located, the Coffee Museum, and its art galleries. Afterward, we will pass by the fabric market where we can observe and buy an endless selection of silks, cotton, and embroidered fabrics. You will surely find the exact impression and color you are looking for among the hundreds of fabric rolls.

We will continue with a trip on an "Abra" (water taxi) crossing the Creek and experience the exotic aromas of the Spice Souk, marveling at the brilliance of the world's largest Gold Souk. We will end the tour at Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa (OPTIONAL: VISIT TO THE TOWER), the world's tallest tower at 828 meters. You can choose to stay at the Mall or take the return to the hotel offered at that time.

In the afternoon at the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel in Dubai and take you to the Dubai Marina area. One of the most imposing enclaves in the city with its illuminated skyscrapers along the canal. Dubai Marina is a district of the city, known as New Dubai.

The canal located in Dubai Marina has an approximate length of 5 km. It is an area full of skyscrapers and a marina water canal. Here you will board a traditional wooden Arabic Dhow for a very relaxing and romantic cruise.

What we offer now is the opportunity to sail in the canal of the most cosmopolitan, modern part of Dubai, being able to contemplate fascinating landscapes, unforgettable silhouettes, aboard a Dhow, a traditional Arabic boat, while enjoying a wonderful buffet dinner with Arabic and international cuisine accompanied by a show.

DAY 03: DUBAI – MODERN DUBAI VISIT & BURJ KHALIFA

Breakfast at the hotel. Meeting in the lobby of your hotel to take the panoramic tour of Modern Dubai. We will start with Dubai Marina, the largest coastal master project of its kind, where we will admire the 200 skyscrapers in the city, including the Cayan Tower (the twisted tower).

Next, we will head to Palm Jumeirah, the eighth wonder of the modern world. We will stop at the breakwater area, next to the magnificent Atlantis hotel, to take photos. We will walk to the end of the breakwater, from where you can see the Dubai Eye island. Its wheel is the largest in the world.

Then, we will move to Madinat Jumeirah to explore the secret corners discovered by our English-speaking guides. We will also have the opportunity to see Dubai's icon: the Burj al-Arab.
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We will also discover its canals, which have earned it the nickname "little Venice." The visit will continue to Dubai Mall, with 1200 shops and the best place to visit the largest aquarium in the world (optional ticket), and the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world at 828 meters high (ticket included), where the tour ends.

DAY 04: DESERT SAFARI WITH DINNER

Breakfast at the hotel, In the afternoon, enjoy the most attractive and popular excursion... 4x4 safari in the desert and dinner. Enjoy the desert and live an authentic adventure with the Safari excursion with dinner. We will pick you up from your hotel in a 4x4 vehicle and take you directly to the heart of the desert. In about an hour, we will arrive and you will see how the color of the sand changes to a more reddish.

We will leave the road to enter the desert, where we will see how the tire pressure will be deflated from four kilos to a kilo and a half. This way the 4×4 will adapt better to the ground and we will be able to have fun with an exciting ride through high dunes at the wheel of expert drivers. A real adrenaline rush. We will also make a stop to enjoy an impressive view of the desert. There, we will have the opportunity to witness a wonderful sunset. We can take fantastic photographs that allow us to immortalize those special moments while we perceive the peace that the desert offers us. Next, we will go to a camp with typical Persian carpets where we can enjoy the contrasts of the night in the desert. We will get a unique insight into traditional Bedouin life and get to ride a camel. You can dress in traditional costumes or try the typical freshly made Arab sweets. Also, you can get henna tattoos and we will learn the important role that falcons have in local life and smoke a water pipe (shisha) in their designated area.

We will enjoy a buffet dinner, outdoors under the stars. Different types of grilled meat are accompanied by a variety of appetizers, salads, and typical sweets from the region. After dinner, we will attend a show, where a Tanoura dancer rotates around himself, without stopping for almost twenty minutes. Also, a belly dancer will shake her body to the rhythm of Arabic music. Once this almost hour-long show is over, we will take you back to your hotel in Dubai. Accommodation.

DAY 05: DUBAI - ABU DHABI

Departure to Abu Dhabi from Dubai. Abu Dhabi is the capital and the second most populous city in the Emirates. It is the residence of the Emirati Royal Family. Its population enjoys a high average income, being one of the world's largest oil producers. It borders Dubai and is located in the northeastern part of the Persian Gulf. We will pass through the Dubai Free Zone and the largest artificial port in the Middle East called Jabil Ali. We will arrive at the capital of the United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi, the Manhattan of the Middle East and the country's administrative center.

We passed the Al Maqtaa Bridge built by renowned architect Zaha Hadad. Once there, our first visit was to the Sheikh Zayed Great Mosque built in 2008, the third largest in the world, distinguished by its magnificent Islamic architecture and its pure white color; White marble covers all its facades and columns that are adorned with Quranic verses, impressive, of imposing beauty. An area of 20,000 square meters, with 82 domes and 4 minarets covered in white marble, 93 meters high. A carpet, in one piece measuring 5600 square meters and weighing 47 tons. 9-ton Swarosky crystal chandeliers covered in gold. A true work of art as a whole. Truly important and essential visit.

And we continue towards the heart of the capital. Then we enter the district of the sheikhs called AL BATEEN where the royal palaces and the residential palace of the current Sheikh, president of the country, are located; panoramic stop to admire the "Emirates Palace" hotel, the most luxurious in the world, we continue towards the promenade known as "the Corniche" where you can take fantastic photos of the artificial island of "Lulu" and the Etihad towers. Then we head towards the traditional village "Heritage Village" where you can see how the Bedouins lived. Lunch included and after lunch, we head to La Corniche, the most famous avenue in the capital. An 11 km long walk with incredible views.

We will continue to get to know and walk through the main square of the city, Union Square, where the symbols of the city are represented. We will then head to Yas Island, where the Ferrari World amusement park is located. A surface area of 200,000 square meters, where you can get a wonderful panoramic view. Return to Dubai.

DAY 06: DUBAI – SHARJAH THE CULTURAL CAPITAL OF THE COUNTRY

Sharjah is one of the most interesting Emirates in the country, named by UNESCO in 1998 as the Capital of the Arab World. We will pick you up at the hotel in Dubai and head towards Sharjah, just a 20km journey. We will start at the main square called the Quran Square where the Monument to Culture pays tribute to the sacred book of Islam. And the Pearl Monument in honor of "the seven of the union" that form the country.

From the square, we will head to the Museum of Islamic Art and Culture, located in the historic center. This visit will provide us with a deep understanding of Islamic civilization, its culture, history, and religion. We will continue exploring the city by crossing the Sharjah Corniche, seeing the oldest village and port in the country.

We will continue getting to know this Emirate by heading to Souq Al-Jubil, the public market of the city of Sharjah, where we will visit all its sectors including the butcher shops selling camel meat, the most typical in the country, fish markets, and the shops selling fresh vegetables and fruits. We will pass by the city's most famous mosque, King Faisal Mosque, located next to the Blue Market, a market consisting of six buildings and over 600 shops including jewelry stores, shops selling typical carpets, and souvenirs, known as the "Courtyard Bazaar." It is a traditional market and one of the oldest in the United Arab Emirates with a varied representation of local craftsmanship. At the end of the tour, in 20 minutes we will return to Dubai.

DAY 7: DUBAI – DUBAI NIGHT 

Breakfast at the hotel, free morning for optional activities such as a helicopter ride or other attractions.

In the afternoon, around 5:00 PM, we depart for the included Dubai Night tour, a spectacular private or shared tour with a Spanish-speaking guide that lasts 5 hours. Pick-up at the hotel about 1.5 hours before sunset to visit the Palm Island and see it panoramically on an unforgettable 12-minute journey on the monorail hanging over the island's 8 km trunk. You will see its 16 branches adorned with private houses in magnificent designs and its white private beaches, all during the sunset over the Arabian Gulf. It really is a wonderful island with its iconic man-made shape.

At the end of the monorail journey, we will arrive at the stop where the magnificent Atlantis The Palm Hotel is located, with its castle-like style and half-moon arch defending the island from the sea waves.

Afterwards, we will leave the island towards a neighborhood in the Dubai Marina area that is well lit by its impressive skyscrapers. It is one of the main enclaves of the city, and its marina water canal. We will stop right in front of the world's largest twisted tower, and we will have 15 minutes of free time to walk in Marina enjoying the stroll and contemplating the illuminated skyline. We will move to Madinat Jumeirah, to walk around and discover those secret corners that our guides have found. We will be able to admire Dubai's icon, the Burj Al Arab, at night, and discover its canals, nicknamed "Little Venice." Furthermore, the night makes this area even more beautiful than when visited in the morning, thanks to the lighting. Afterwards, we will continue the tour towards Le Mer, a beach to visit at night for its lively atmosphere and scenery. Residents and locals gather there because there are all kinds of restaurants, cafes, and attractive games for children.

Next, we will visit the most entertaining complex in Dubai, The Lake Plaza where the Dancing Fountain is located next to Burj Khalifa to watch the fountain show with light and sound music. Also, the tower's facade is well lit with impressive colored designs and images. There we will end the tour, and you can stay to have dinner at the Arabic restaurant Abdul Wahab with its exclusive terrace overlooking the fountain show and Burj Khalifa.

DAY 08: DUBAI - ISTANBUL

Breakfast. At the indicated time transfer to Dubai airport to take the flight to Turkey.

Arrival in Istanbul and reception by our English-speaking correspondent. Transfer to the chosen hotel and check in.

DAY 09: ISTANBUL - SULEYMAN THE MAGNIFICENT

Breakfast. Departure to visit the mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent located on the third hill of Istanbul with one of the most famous city views. Built by the order of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, it was constructed by the famous imperial architect Sinan.

After the visit, free time to explore the city on your own or optionally hire a full-day visit to the Historical part of Istanbul where you can visit Hagia Sophia, the culmination of Byzantine art, and the pearl of Istanbul, the famous Topkapi Palace, 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 marvel of harmony, proportion, and elegance; and the Hippodrome that preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, the Fountain of Emperor Wilhelm, and the Egyptian Obelisk. At the end of the afternoon, visit the famous Grand Bazaar where we will enjoy free time to get lost among its 4,000 shops. Return to the hotel.

DAY 10: ISTANBUL / WALK THROUGH THE BOSPHORUS / SPICE BAZAAR

Breakfast. Departure for one of Istanbul's most famous activities, a boat cruise on the Bosphorus, the channel that separates Europe and Asia. During this journey, you will see the palaces of the Sultans, old and typical wooden houses and enjoy the history in a different way. Next, we will visit one of the star attractions, the Spice Bazaar, established by the Ottomans five centuries ago and used ever since. Our included visit ends at the bazaar where you can enjoy its atmosphere and variety of shops.

In the afternoon, you can optionally take a visit with lunch 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, you can also see the famous Bosphorus suspension bridge connecting the European and Asian parts of the city. After lunch, we will visit Camlica Hill located in the underrated district of Üsküdar, on the Asian side, one of the seven hills of Istanbul and the highest point in the city. At 268 meters above sea level, Camlica Hill offers panoramic views of both sides of the city. At the end of the day, return to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 11: ISTANBUL - FLIGHT TO CAPPADOCIA 

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to take the flight to Cappadocia. Arrival and transfer to our hotel. Dinner and accommodation.

DAY 12: CAPPADOCIA – OPTIONAL BALLOON RIDE

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit this fascinating region with its original landscape, formed by the lava ejected by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. We will visit the Göreme Valley, an incredible Byzantine monastic complex integrated by churches carved into the rock with beautiful frescoes. Next, we will visit the Avcilar Valley and the Pasabagi Valley and Gόvercinlik Valley 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 13: CAPADOCCIA - PAMUKKALE

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

DAY 14: PAMUKKALE - EPHESUS / IZMIR / FLIGHT / ISTANBUL

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure to Ephesus, a Greco-Roman city, ancient capital of Asia Minor, and one of the best-preserved cities of antiquity where you can find the Temple of Hadrian, Temple of Trajan, the theater, and the Library of Celsus. Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where she spent her last years. Continuation to Izmir Airport to board a domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and accommodation.

DAY 15: ISTANBUL - DEPARTURE

Breakfast at the hotel and at the indicated time transfer to the airport. End of our services.

NOTE: The itinerary could be altered without affecting the visits or their content..

INCLUDED

In Dubai

• 07 nights Dubai on a bed and breakfast basis.
• Dubai airport transfers and vice versa.
• Transportation services in air-conditioned cars
• Professional English-speaking guide on the tours.
• Half Day Classic Dubai City Tour
• Modern Dubai City Tour with Burj Khalifa, 124th floor.
• Safari with dinner and drinks at the camp.
• Sharjah Emirate Half Day Tour.
• Dubai night tour and the dancing fountain.
• Abu Dhabi 8-hour tour with food.
• Dinner in Dhow Marina and drinks with the transfers.

In Turkey

• 4 Nights of Accommodation and Breakfast in Istanbul According to chosen category
• 2 Nights accommodation in Capadoccia. Half Board Regime. Category 4* Hotels
• 1 Night accommodation in Pamukkale. Half Board Regime Hotels Category 4*
• Arrival and departure transfers.
• Visit to the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent
• Excursion in Istanbul (Boat ride on the Bosphorus – Spice Bazaar)
• 2 Domestic Flights (Istanbul – Cappadocia) and (Izmir – Istanbul) Included 1 P.P suitcase of 15 kg
• Professional English speaking guide
• Tickets and visits according to the itinerary.
• Traveler assistance 24/7 in English Via (WhatsApp – Telephone)

NOT INCLUDED

In Dubai

• Burj Khalifa Ticket (Optional)
• Personal expenses.
• Tips for guide or driver (at will).
• Any service is not mentioned in the itinerary.
• In Dubai you pay a tourism dirham tax of $4 for 3-star hotels, $5 for 4-star hotels or $6 for 5-star hotels per night and room "paid directly at the hotel."

In Turkey

• Visa processing
• Optional excursions or personal expenses.
• Tips for drivers-porters-waiters 45 $ usd p.p are paid directly at the destination.
• Hotel Taxes 10 $ usd p.p (CHARGED ON INVOICE)
• Any service not mentioned as included.
• Lunches and drinks during the circuit.

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In Turkey Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

ISTANBUL 5* NOT CENTRIC

La Quinta by Wyndham / Lionel Hotel / Ramada Tekstilkent / Wyndham Istanbul Basin Ekspres

CAPADOCCIA

Ramada by Wyndham 5*/ Mustafa Hotel 4*/ Avrasya Hotel 5*/ Monark Hotel 4*/ Emin Kocak 4*

PAMUKKALE

Colossae 4* / Lycus river 4* / Richmond 5* / Adempira 4*