Turkey Magnificent Lujo Tour 9 Nights 10 Days
FRIDAY DAY 1 [-2-2-] ISTANBUL ARRIVAL
Welcome to Türkiye! Get ready to explore a country full of history and experience unique moments.
After disembarking, going through immigration and claiming your luggage, proceed to the designated exit gate where our team will be waiting. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
Free time to rest.
SATURDAY DAY 2 [B2l2-] ISTANBUL
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion "OTTOMAN JEWELS" (includes entrance fees and lunch at a restaurant serving typical cuisine). Visit to the historic city center: Topkapi Palace, the first Grand Imperial Palace of the Ottoman Dynasty, residence of the Ottoman Sultans until the 19th century; Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Roman Hippodrome decorated with the Obelisk of Theodosius,
the Serpent Column, the Egyptian Obelisk and the German Fountain. We continue to the Grand Bazaar, this market has over 4,000 shops and is known as one of the oldest covered markets in the world. Return to the hotel.
SUNDAY DAY 3 [B2l2-] ISTANBUL
Breakfast at the hotel. We begin our tour with "THE COLORS OF ISTANBUL" (includes entrance fees and lunch at a restaurant serving typical cuisine). Visit to the Jewish quarter in Balat and the Greek quarter in Fener, continuing to the Patriarchal Cathedral of St. George, the main patriarchate of the Greek Orthodox Church and seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.
We continue to the Süleymaniye Mosque, designed by the Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan, where we will have the opportunity to admire the Golden Horn; from there we continue to the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), built in the 17th century by order of Sultan Hatice Turhan. Next, panoramic view of the city. We finish with a boat ride on the Bosphorus, a strait that divides Istanbul into two parts: Europe and Asia. We will enjoy wonderful views of the Ottoman fortresses, palaces, villas and the bridges connecting both sides of this city. Return to the hotel.
MONDAY DAY N [B2l2D] ISTANBUL > ANKARA > CAPPADOCIA
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, drive to visit Ankara, capital of Türkiye, seat of the Turkish parliament, ministries buildings and other government institutions. There we will visit the impressive Mausoleum of Atatürk, founder and first president of the Republic of Turkey. Continuing towards Cappadocia, our route will pass by the picturesque Salt Lake, one of the largest salt lakes in the world, and then visit a traditional Caravanserai of the region.
Arrival in the fantastic region of Cappadocia. Dinner included.
TUESDAY DAY 5 [B/L/D] CAPPADOCIA
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to visit this famous region formed by the erosion of lava thrown by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. Next, visit the numerous monasteries and chapels of the Göreme Open-Air Museum, excavated in the rocks and
decorated with frescoes from the 10th century. We will observe the "Fairy Chimneys", then stop at the Pigeon Valley, which as its name suggests has served as home for these birds since long ago. We continue our tour visiting an underground city, a place that served as refuge for approximately 15,000 Christians during attacks throughout history.
To finish, we will visit local artisan workshops for carpets and onyx. Return to the hotel. Dinner and accommodation.
Possibility to make optional paid excursions "Balloon Ride per person 350 USD" to fly over the "Fairy Chimneys" and admire the lunar landscapes. "4x4 Safari per person 80 USD" an adventure through the mystical valleys of the region. "Turkish Night per person 80 USD" a show of typical regional dances in a cave-style restaurant.
WEDNESDAY DAY 6 [B/L/D] CAPPADOCIA > PAMUKKALE
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Pamukkale and visit to the ancient city of Hierapolis, the calcareous waters have created the cotton castle. Pamukkale has been declared by UNESCO as one of the Outstanding Cultural Heritage Sites of the World. Free time to enjoy the natural pools. Dinner included.
THURSDAY DAY 7 [B/L/D] PAMUKKALE > EFESUS > KUSADASI 2 IZMIR
Breakfast and departure to Ephesus, where we will take a panoramic tour of what is the best-preserved ancient city in Asia Minor; We will continue with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, which today is a place of pilgrimage. We will also stop at a leather production center. Dinner included.
FRIDAY DAY 8 [B2-2D] KUSADASI 2 IZMIR (OPTIONAL GREEK ISLAND)
Breakfast and departure to Ephesus, where we will take a panoramic tour of what is the best-preserved ancient city in Asia Minor; We will continue with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, which today is a place of pilgrimage. We will also stop at a leather production center. Dinner included
SATURDAY DAY 9 [B2l2-] KUSADASI 2 IZMIR > BURSA > ISTANBUL
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure to Bursa and panoramic visit to this important city that was the first capital of the Ottoman Empire.
We will see the Green Mosque, the Green Tomb and the Silk Market. Continuation to Istanbul and arrival at the hotel. Accommodation.
SUNDAY DAY 10 [B2-2-] ISTANBUL > DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for boarding the return flight. End of our services.
Have a good trip!
HOTEL INFORMATION
ISTANBUL
Richmond Taksim 4* Boutique *
CAPPADOCIA
Kalsedon Cave Hotel
PAMUKKALE
Ramada by Wyndham Hotel 5*
KUSADASI / IZMIR
Ramada Plaza Hotel 5*
What's Included
Transfers to and from Istanbul Airport.
Accommodation at the planned or similar hotels.
Ottoman Jewels and Golden Horn Pearls—The Colors of Istanbul excursions.
Visits to and admission fees for the monuments, museums, and archaeological sites mentioned.
Professional Spanish-speaking guide.
Air-conditioned vehicles throughout the itinerary.
Air-conditioned vehicles throughout the itinerary.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as mentioned in the program.
Not Included
Personal expenses. Optional excursions.
Lunch not specified, drinks at lunch included.
Transfers not indicated or on days different from the arrival and/or departure of the program. Service fee: 45 USD per person (payable at destination).
Tips for guides, drivers, etc. International flights.
No service not specified.
Personal insurance (theft, illness, loss, damage, medical, etc.)
Hotel taxes + VAT. 36 USD per person. Mandatory payment at destination.