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Emirate City & Treasures of Anatolia
United Arab Emirates & Turkey in 12 Days, 10 Nights in Destination
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An ideal combination to capture the essence of the exotic countries of the Arab Emirates and Turkey across the glamorous cities of Dubai and Istanbul, together with the most iconic of the exciting Turkish region of Cappadocia!
Trip Highlights
- Dubai
- Ankara
- Cappadocia
- Istanbul
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until October 2025
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Solo travelers from + $690
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Itinerary
Explore glittering Dubai and take a 4x4 desert safari to spend a starlit evening in the Dubai Desert before jetting off to Turkey's best-loved destinations. Get lost in the bazaars of Istanbul and Ankara, cruise along the Bosphorus and explore the amazing fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and the ancient caves of the Goreme Valley.
1st Day: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight to the luxurious city of Dubai*. Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Dubai
Arrive in Dubai and transfer to the hotel*. The remainder of the day is free to discover this modern Emirati metropolis at your leisure. We recommend visiting the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world and a symbol of the city of 828 meters and 160 floors.
Since its inauguration in 2010, it offers the best views of the desert and the city. Underneath is the largest shopping center in the world, the Dubai Mall where 1200 stores of all kinds are located. A shopping paradise! Overnight stay in Dubai.
*You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
DoubleTree by Hilton Al B... or similar
2121 Reviews
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3rd Day: Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the morning at your leisure, exploring the old town or sunning yourself on Dubai's idyllic beaches. We recommend an optional excursion to explore the older parts of the city*. At dusk, take an exciting 4x4 excursion to the desert.
Pass through camel farms and spectacular desert landscapes, as the sand dunes are illuminated at sunset until arriving at a traditional camp. Here, enjoy a delicious barbeque dinner under the stars with traditional entertainment including Belly Dancing (except during the month of Ramadan), waterpipes and camel rides. Return to the hotel and overnight stay in Dubai.
*Optional Half-Day Classic Dubai Tour: Visit the Bastakia neighbourhood, home to old merchant houses and cafes, and learn about Dubai's history with included entrance to the Dubai Museum. Take a traditional river taxi, known as an 'Abra' across Dubai Creek to the aromatic souks of Old Dubai, filled with stalls selling exotic spices and golden wares.
Please note: this optional excursion operates on Friday afternoons and Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday mornings only.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
DoubleTree by Hilton Al B... or similar
2121 Reviews
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Activities
4x4 Desert Safari Excursion
Moderate
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Half-Day Classic Dubai Tour
Moderate
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4th Day: Dubai
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying a shopping spree in Dubai's fabulous malls or relaxing at your leisure on the beach. We recommend an optional tour of the city's modern attractions*. Overnight stay in Dubai.
*Optional Half-Day Modern Dubai Tour: Visit the most emblematic sights in the city starting at the Souk Madinat Jumeirah, a traditional arabian bazaar and popular marketplace where you can find typical hand-made crafts. Next, travel to the man-made palm-shaped island of Palm Jumeirah to see the amazing Atlantis Hotel before heading back to the city on the monorail.
Afterwards, explore glittering Dubai Marina, a man-made canal city and one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods in Dubai and end the trip in the Burj Khalifa area (entrance not included) and back to the hotel.
Please note: this optional excursion operates on Mondays and Fridays only. You will have the option to be dropped off at the Dubai Mall for some shopping and return to the hotel on your own.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
DoubleTree by Hilton Al B... or similar
2121 Reviews
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Activities
Half-Day Modern Dubai Tour
Moderate
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5th Day: Dubai - Istanbul
Breakfast at the hotel*. It's time to discover the immense history and incredible landscapes of Turkey! Transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Istanbul. Arrive in the bustling melting-pot of Istanbul, once the capital of Turkey and a city of immense history, wonderful culture and delicious cuisine.
Transfer to your hotel, get settled and, if time allows, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure exploring this historic, lively city. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
*You will have the option to add late check-out on departure in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your booking now, as they are subject to availability.
Important note: Take advantage of our optional excursions package and save by adding several of the optional activities we offer on this itinerary. Click on each package to see what's included!
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Quinta by Wyndham Ista... or similar
638 Reviews
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Activities
Pack of 3 Excursions - Cappadocia Package
Challenging
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Pack of 3 Excursions - Istanbul Package
Challenging
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Pack of 5 Excursions: Istanbul and Cappadocia Package
Challenging
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6th Day: Istanbul
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, head to the grandiose Suleymaniye Mosque. Located on the third hill of Istanbul, it boasts one of the most incredible panoramic views of the city.
After the visit, choose to take the transfer back to your hotel, or, spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring Istanbul at your own pace (no included transfer back to the hotel). Discover its labyrinthine bazaars, vibrant city life and eclectic architecture.
To fully immerse yourself in the local culture, we recommend an optional full-day city tour of Istanbul*. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
*Optional full-day Istanbul city tour: see Istanbul's most emblematic sights, from the incredible Topkapi Palace to Hagia Sophia. Enjoy included lunch, see the exterior of the iconic Blue Mosque and historic Hippodrome. End the afternoon at the bustling Grand Bazaar, home to more than 4000 shops.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Quinta by Wyndham Ista... or similar
638 Reviews
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Activities
Visit to the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent.
Active
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Full-Day Istanbul City Tour
Challenging
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7th Day: Istanbul
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day at the aromatic Spice Bazaar, established by the Ottomans. Next, take a boat ride along the Bosphorus, enjoy views of old palaces and traditional houses as you sail through the heart of the city; the border between Europe and Asia.
After disembarking, enjoy time exploring the city at your own pace (no included transfer back to the hotel). We recommend an optional excursion to the key attractions of the Anatolian side of the city to discover more of Istanbul* and/or an optional dinner show on the Bosphorus!** Overnight stay in Istanbul.
*Optional half-day Anatolian Istanbul excursion with lunch: explore the Anatolian side, home to some of the country's most beautiful architecture, from the iconic Beylerbeyi Palace to the murals adorning the winding streets. Drive to Camlica Hill, in the underrated Üsküdar district. Take in the panoramic views from the highest point and soak up the bustling atmosphere from the city below. Enjoy lunch included.
**Optional dinner show on the Bosphorus: the best way to enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner on an evening cruise down the Bosphorus! See the suspension bridges of Istanbul as they twinkle in the evening light. Enjoy exciting dance shows (belly dance and dervish), Turkish music, a delicious dinner and two drinks per person.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Quinta by Wyndham Ista... or similar
638 Reviews
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Activities
Bosphorus Cruise & Spice Bazaar Visit
Moderate
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Dinner Show on the Bosphorus
Moderate
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Half-Day Anatolian Istanbul Excursion with Lunch
Moderate
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8th Day: Istanbul - Ankara
Later, pay a visit to Anıtkabir, the Mausoleum of Ataturk. Inaugurated in 1953, it’s dedicated to the founder of Modern Turkey. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Ankara.
Estimated distance and travel time: 280 miles, 6 hrs approx.
The timing indication shows the effective time of driving, it doesn't consider the obligatory stops every 2 hours lasting an average of 15 minutes each.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Radisson Blu Hotel, Ankar... or similar
1480 Reviews
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Activities
Ankara & Ataturk Mausoleum
Light
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9th Day: Ankara - Cappadocia
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, begin your journey to incredible Cappadocia, famed for its unique geological formations. Pass by the spectacular Salt Lake along the way.
Arrive in Cappadocia and transfer to the hotel. Head to a wonderful ceramic workshop where you’ll witness the traditional way of creating ceramic objects, from everyday artifacts to true works of art. Enjoy a visit to a precious stone shop and gain insight into the process of turning the raw material into stunning jewelry. Based on operative reasons this activities might be done the next day.
The remainder of the day is yours to begin discovering the landscapes of this magical region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To contemplate an unforgettable scene, we recommend our optional safari and sunset tour* for an adrenaline rush through the valleys of the city. Dinner and overnight stay in Cappadocia.
Estimated distance and travel time: 190 miles, 5 hrs approx.
The timing indication shows the effective time of driving, it doesn't consider the obligatory stops every 2 hours lasting an average of 15 minutes each.
*Optional Jeep safari and sunset in Cappadocia: Immerse yourself in the magical Cappadocia valley landscape, enjoying the sunset as you do impressive, adrenaline-pumping dips, donuts, and tricks, in a 4X4 jeep.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ramada By Wyndham Cappado... or similar
905 Reviews
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Activities
Salt Lake Visit
Moderate
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Jeep Safari and Sunset in Cappadocia
Challenging
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10th Day: Cappadocia
Breakfast at the hotel. Why not start the day with an optional hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia*, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Next, you have the chance to enjoy an optional visit to Kaimakli**, the incredible underground city*.
Mid-morning, discover the fascinating landscapes of Cappadocia, formed by the erosion of layers of lava and ash from ancient volcanic eruptions over 3 million years ago! Visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, a Byzantine monastic complex with beautiful frescoes.
Explore the Valleys of Avcilar, Pasabagi and Güvercinlik, where the captivating "Fairy Chimneys" are located, followed by a visit to a local carpet workshop. Afterwards you can enjoy an optional Turkish night in Cappadocia***. Return to the hotel for dinner. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
*Optional Hot Air Balloon flight: float over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, tuff valleys and rock-cut churches and experience the sunrise from a unique viewpoint on a 1-hour hot air balloon flight. Enjoy panoramic sunrise views, celebrate with a non-alcoholic beverage and a personalized flight certificate. Minimum age limit for children: 6 years old.
Please note: The hot air balloon flight depends on weather conditions at the destination and will be confirmed the day before. If the activity cannot take place, it will be refunded upon return.
**Optional visit to Kaimakli, the underground city: discover the maze of tunnels and rooms carved eight levels deep into the earth 12 miles from the city of Nevsehir. Believed to have been built in the Hittite period, it's the widest of the underground cities in the region.
***Optional Turkish night in Cappadocia: A fun evening filled with typical dances from the different regions in Turkey, including the famous belly dance. Enjoy this colorful event and the party atmosphere as you take in the traditions of the area! Unlimited drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) during the show.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ramada By Wyndham Cappado... or similar
905 Reviews
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Activities
Full-Day Highlights of Cappadocia Excursion
Moderate
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Visit to Kaymakli, the Underground City
Active
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Turkish Night in Cappadocia
Light
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Ballooning in Cappadocia
Moderate
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11th Day: Cappadocia - Istanbul
Breakfast* at the hotel. You're returning to Istanbul today. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to catch a flight back to the city. Arrive in Istanbul, transfer to the hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring at your leisure. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Quinta by Wyndham Ista... or similar
638 Reviews
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12th Day: Istanbul - US
Breakfast* at the hotel. After an unforgettable journey through Dubai and Turkey, it's time to bring your trip to a close. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US**.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Depending on the choice of flight, you may arrive back in the US on the following day.
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Accommodation: 10 Nights
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The price includes
- Departures from main US airports.
- International flights: US - Dubai, Istanbul - US.
- Flights: Dubai - Istanbul, Cappadocia - Istanbul.*more information
- 10 nights hotel accommodation in Superior category hotels.**more informationSee hotels included
- 10 breakfasts and 4 dinners.
- Some transfers included.***more information
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.***more informationSee itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Active tour with a comprehensive schedule of activities.****more information
- Cruise along the Bosphorus.
- 4x4 Excursion in Dubai Desert.
Not included
Drinks, entrance fees, tips (30 USD/person in Turkey) and any other services not mentioned in "What's included".
Tourist Tax in Dubai: 20 AED (approx. $6) per room per night (paid directly to the hotel).
Tourist Tax in Turkey : Please note that passengers arriving to Turkey from January 15th 2023 onwards must make a tourism tax payment of $5 per person. This payment is imposed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and is mandatory for all passengers entering their country. This tourist tax is not included in the total booking amount and it will be collected by the tour guide in order to be paid to the authorities.
Turkey:
Mandatory tips of 30 USD per person (for Guides, drivers, porters and waiters) are not included in the price and must be paid at the destination. These are the ONLY mandatory tips you will be required to pay for during this tour. Tipping for the rest of the trip is optional, but keep in mind that tipping is an important part of Turkish culture and that it is commonplace for service providers to ask for tips. In these cases, it is up to your personal discretion whether to tip or not.
*Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" during your stay at the destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
The maximum baggage weight for the Cappadocia – Istanbul flight is 15KG.
**The hotels in Istanbul of the Superior category are not close to the city center (Taksim). In the Luxury category the hotels in Istanbul are close to the city center.
Please note: Any hotel mentioned in the offer, whether the main one or an alternative, is as likely as each other to be confirmed. You will find your final hotel confirmation on your updated trip summary 7 days before departure.
If you choose the Superior or Luxury category, only the location and category of the hotel in Istanbul will change. The rest of the hotels in your itinerary will be the same in each category. In the event of any changes, the hotels you stay at will always be in the same category as you selected, or a superior one.
***The order of the visits and times of the activities are subject to change at the destination due to logistical reasons. The planned visits will be carried out in any case. Therefore, we don't recommend booking independent activities until you reach your destination.
***The optional Classic Dubai Tour, available on day 3 of the itinerary, operates on Friday afternoons and Monday, Wednesday and Sunday mornings only. The optional Modern Dubai Tour, available on day 4 of the itinerary, operates on Mondays and Fridays only.
***The order of the itinerary in Turkey is determined based on the days you travel to Cappadocia, which are Tuesday and Friday. Therefore, the 4 nights in Istanbul are distributed accordingly.
****This is a fast-paced itinerary that includes a comprehensive number of sights and activities in order to give you the most complete experience of Turkey! You can expect several early morning departures and a full daily schedule of activities.
Turkey:
Please note that arrival transfers are shared, the maximum waiting time for other travellers at the airport is from 20 to 30 minutes approximately.
Please note: maximum group size is 52 people in Turkey.
If you are travelling with Vueling, Ryanair or Wizz Air, we recommend that you check-in online to avoid additional charges. Your reservation includes only one small piece of hand luggage per person (40 cm x 20 cm x 25 cm) which must be placed under the seat in front of you on the plane. Additional luggage (both hand and hold luggage) can be purchased in advanced via the airline's website. Any extra luggage that does not meet the specified dimensions and is not booked in advance will be subject to additional fees at the airport.
Please note: Mandatory tips of 30 USD per person (for Guides, drivers, porters and waiters) are not included in the price and must be paid at the destination. These are the ONLY mandatory tips you will be required to pay in Turkey.
Please note that passengers arriving to Turkey from January 15th 2023 onwards must make a tourism tax payment of $5 per person. This payment is imposed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and is mandatory for all passengers entering their country. This tourist tax is not included in the total booking amount and it will be collected by the tour guide in order to be paid to the authorities.
Payments at destination with credit or debit cards may be subject to commission and fluctuations in currency exchange. We recommend making all payments in cash.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of six months validity.
Visa
Visa is required, issued on arrival to the country. Free for stays of up to 30 days.
Currency
UAE Dirham.
Language
Arabic.
Electricity
220 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from the US.
Time zone
UTC + 04:00.
Other useful information
It is advisable to drink bottled water.
Tourist Office website
https://www.government.ae/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
In Istanbul the transfer by bus to the activities is organised by hotel location, not language. Once you arrive at the destination the group is consolidated based on your language. You will always have a guide speaking your language available.
Very rarely during low season in Turkey, some group tour departures may be bilingual (spanish and english) although each group will have one guide for English and one guide for Spanish.
Payments at destination with credit or debit cards may be subject to commission and fluctuations in currency exchange. We recommend making all payments in cash.
The extra bed in hotels are either a rollaway bed or fold-out style and smaller in size than a standard single bed. Triple rooms are not bigger or more spacious only because they are occupied by 3 people.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.
Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.
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