IstTripGREECE – Türkiye – DUBAI WITH AEGEAN CRUISE

DAY 01: ISTANBUL

Arrival at Ataturk airport and transfer to the hotel by our correspondent. Accommodation

DAY 02: ISTANBUL

Breakfast. Depart in the morning to visit the Rustem Pasha mosque, famous for its large number of tiles of different geographical shapes and decorated with floral motifs. Next we will do one of the most famous activities in Istanbul, a boat ride on the Bosphorus, a canal that separates Europe and Asia. During this journey you can see the Sultans' palaces, old and typical wooden houses and enjoy history in a different way. We will end our day with one of the star visits, the spice bazaar, established by the Ottomans 5 centuries ago and used since then. We will enjoy free time. End of visit to the Egyptian bazaar. Accommodation.

DAY 03: ISTANBUL-ANKARA-CAPADOCIA

Breakfast and departure in the morning to Ankara passing through the Bolu mountains. In Ankara we visited Ataturk's mausoleum. In 1953 it was inaugurated and dedicated to the founder of modern Turkey, Ataturk. It is a block of marble with 40-ton columns, which is reached by a long street with lions on its sides, ending in an immense plaza. Departure to Cappadocia crossing the second largest lake in Turkey, the Salt Lake. Arrival at the hotel in Cappadocia. Dinner and accommodation.

DAY 04: CAPADOCOA

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of this fascinating region and original landscape, formed by the lava spewed by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. Visit of the Goreme Valley open-air museum, an incredible Byzantine monastic complex made up of churches carved into the rock with beautiful frescoes. Visit of the Avcilar and Güvercinlik valleys, which have a spectacular landscape of the so-called Fairy Chimneys, lunch during the visit in a local restaurant. We will continue some typical visits to the carpet, onyx and turquoise workshops where you can find quality and a good price. Dinner at the hotel. Hotel accommodation in Cappadocia.

DAY 05: CAPPADOCIA-KONYA- PAMUKKALE

Breakfast and departure to Konya, to visit the monastery of the Dancing Dervishes founded by Mevlana. After lunch we will continue to Pamukkale, a place where the high concentration of limestone in its waters has created one of the most spectacular formations in the world. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

DAY 06: PAMUKKALE-EFESO-KUSADASI

Breakfast at hotel. We will leave for Ephesus and after lunch we will visit the best preserved ancient city in Asia Minor that during the 1st and 2nd centuries had a population of 250,000 inhabitants and monopolized the wealth of the Middle East. We will visit the house of the Virgin Mary, supposedly the last resting place of the mother of Jesus. We will continue to Kusadasi. Dinner and accommodation.

DAY 07: KUSADASI-PATMOS

Breakfast at hotel. In the morning transfer to the port to board the 4 days and 3 nights cruise through the Greek Islands on a full board basis. Arrival at the Island of Patmos. Night on board the Cruise.

DAY 08: RHODES

Arrival in Rhodes. Full day on the beautiful Island of Rhodes. At the top of the town of Lindos stands the Ancient Acropolis. The knights of Saint John abandoned the island, leaving behind the medieval walled city. Traces of the Turkish occupation are seen in the minarets, mosques and Turkish baths. Night on board

DAY 09: HERACLION-SANTORINI

Arrival in Heraklion at 7:00 am. We will have time to visit the old Venetian port and capital of Crete where we can walk along the long and lonely beaches, the archaeological sites with the Minoan Palace of Knossos, the archaeological museum, etc. Return on board to continue towards Santorini. Arrival and free time to visit the excavations in the town of Akrotin or simply enjoy a delicious coffee in the town of Oia. Night on board.

DAY 10: ATHENS

Breakfast. Transfer to Athens. Later, a panoramic visit to the most important avenues of the city, the Parliament with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where the traditional changing of the guard takes place; Coin museum; Catholic Cathedral; the set of neoclassical buildings of the Academy, University and National Library; Hadrian's Arch. Visit to the archaeological site of Acropolis: the Propylaea, the gate through which the Panathenaic processions passed, in which young people carried offerings and gifts; the Temple of Athena Nike (Victorious Athena) in memory of the victory over the Persians; the Temple of Erechtheion with the sculptures representing the beautiful maidens supporting the roof of the portico, consecrated to ancient Athenian divinities such as Poseidon and Athena, the two gods who, according to legend, disputed the protection of the city; and the Parthenon, the largest temple, peripteral Doric, masterpiece of Ictinus and Phidias, consecrated to the divinity of the city Athena. On the southern slope of the Acropolis, we can admire the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus, notable for its acoustics that are still used for performances in summer. Accommodation.

DAY 11: ATHENS-DUBAI

Breakfast. and at the scheduled time transfer to the airport to take a flight to Dubai. Arrival, reception and transfer to hotel. Visit around the city. Departure from the hotel to Deira, passing through the Species Souk crossing the Canal and visiting the Dubai Museum. Then along the Jumeirah road, stop for photos of the Jumeirah Mosque. Stop for photos at the Burj Alárab, the only 7-star hotel in the world. Along the way we will see Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world and the World Trade Center. Return to Dubai. Return to the hotel and accommodation.

DAY 12: DUBAI- DHOW CRUISE

Breakfast. Free morning. In the evening, optional excursion to attend dinner on THE DHOW CRUISE where you will enjoy a Buffet dinner on the Dhow Cruise consisting of a selection of typical Middle Eastern and Indian dishes and non-alcoholic drinks. This excursion combines a romantic dinner with a very interesting walk along the Creek, the Dubai River, on a handcrafted Dhow, a long wooden boat with traditional decoration. During this 2-hour trip you will have the opportunity to enjoy the Illuminated buildings, the special nightlife of the area and the ancient and modern architecture that blend together perfectly in Dubai.

DAY 13: DUBAI-DESEERT SAFARI

Buffet breakfast. On this day in a modern 4x4 vehicle we move towards the desert and will make a stop at a camel farm, we arrive after sunset at our camp in the desert. Welcome to the Arabian style with dates and Arabic coffee and "Dune Bashing" in the sand dunes. After an oriental buffet dinner with barbecue and henna drawings. Camels are available for those who want to have a short ride. Then we move to the hotel, accommodation.

DAY 15: ATHENS

Breakfast. At the indicated time, departure to the airport to take the flight back to our destination of origin.

INCLUDES

6 nights in Türkiye
3 nights Cruise
1 night in Athens
4 nights in Dubai
All visits mentioned in the program
All transportation
Spanish speaking guide
Dubai visa

NOT INCLUDED

All personal expenses
Tip 7 dollars per day throughout the program.

PLANNED OR SIMILAR HOTELS

DUBAI

Majestic Hotel Tower 4* or similar
Ramada jumeirah 4* or similar
Hilton 5* or similar
Radisson Blu Hotel 5* or similar
The Carlton Tower 4* or similar
Atana Hotel 4* or similar

BANGKOK

Holiday Inn 4* or similar

GREECE

4* cruise or similar

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GREECE – Türkiye – DUBAI WITH AEGEAN CRUISE

15NIGHTS / 16 DAYS

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