Complete Turkey

• Meet at Mexico City airport to board the flight to Istanbul. Overnight on board.

• Arrival at Istanbul airport, reception by the tour operator.
• This morning, we will start the “EurAsia Bosphorus” Tour.
• Start the day with a visit to the Suleiman the Magnificent Mosque, the most popular Ottoman mosque. Located on a hill overlooking the Golden Horn, the Suleymaniye Mosque can be seen from almost every point in the city, with its minarets standing as “primus inter pares” and its dome being the most prominent among Istanbul’s mosque rooftops. Next, continue the tour with a visit to Pierre Loti Hill, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the city.
• Just before lunch, we will visit St. George’s Patriarchal Cathedral, which is currently the main Greek Orthodox cathedral in Istanbul. Since around 1600, it has served as the seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the primary patriarchate of the Greek Orthodox Church, and is recognized as the spiritual leader of Orthodox Christians worldwide.
• After lunch at a typical local restaurant, we will enjoy a breathtaking boat ride on the Bosphorus, the strait that physically separates the European and Asian sides of the city. During the cruise, you can admire beautiful mosques, mansions, suspension bridges that light up with different colors at night, as well as Ottoman palaces and fortresses.
• We end the day with a visit to the Spice Bazaar, built in 1660 and still a must-visit destination for international cuisine lovers, where you can taste and purchase all kinds of spices and Turkish delights. Return to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

• BreakfastWe will embark on the “Complete Jewels of Constantinople Tour”. We spend a full day exploring the historic center of Istanbul, starting with the Topkapi Palace, built between 1460 and 1473 by order of Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror.
• It was the residence of 26 different sultans for almost 400 years. The palace served as the center of residence and administration for the Ottoman Empire. Today, it is one of the most visited museums in Istanbul, where you can see very special pieces from the Ottoman royal treasury, war booty, trophies, gifts, ceremonial weapons, and religious relics.
• Next, we will visit Hagia Sophia (due to government regulations, the visit is from the outside), a building full of history, constructed by Emperor Justinian, and one of the masterpieces of Byzantine art since the 5th century. Today, it features both Muslim and Christian religious elements, blended after the conversion of the basilica into a mosque and later into a museum.
• Later, we will visit the Roman Hippodrome, built in 203 AD by the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus. It was expanded by Constantine the Great when he chose Istanbul as the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. The Hippodrome is decorated with obelisks, columns, and fountains.
• Next, we will visit the Blue Mosque – Sultan Ahmed Mosque. (Currently under maintenance; only areas that are accessible will be visited) it has six minarets, which caused quite a controversy at the time of its construction, as Mecca also had six. To appease the faithful, a seventh minaret was later added in Mecca to make a distinction. This beautiful mosque is adorned with over 20,000 blue tiles. At the end of the day, we will visit the famous Grand Bazaar, the largest covered bazaar in the world, with 4,000 shops spanning 30,700 m². Return to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

• BreakfastDeparture from the hotel. We head to Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Visit the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic, also known as the Father of the Nation Atatürk, he is one of the most important figures in Turkey's history. In addition to being a national hero and the first president of Turkey, he was also a true revolutionary who transformed the country into a modern republic.
• For this reason, he is still loved and respected by the Turkish people, who continue to faithfully visit his mausoleum every year.
• On the way, we will see Tuz Lake (Salt Lake), the second largest lake in the country. Llegada a Capadocia (en turco, Kapadokya) es una región histórica de
• Anatolia Central, que abarca partes de las provincias de Kayseri, Aksaray, Niğde y Nevşehir.
• Cappadocia is known for its unique geological formations. Visit an underground city built by ancient local communities to protect themselves from attacks. Before arriving at the hotel, we will stop by a workshop for traditional ceramics from the Cappadocia region. Dinner and overnight accommodation.

**Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (not included – additional cost) to admire the spectacular landscapes of Cappadocia’s natural formations at sunrise. Cappadocia is one of only three natural sites in the world where a hot air balloon ride is highly recommended.

• Breakfast. Departure to visit this fantastic region with its spectacular and unique landscape, formed by lava ejected by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. Cappadocia is the land of beautiful horses, as described by the Persians who arrived in the region in the 7th century BC. Visit the Goreme Open-Air Museum, where churches and chapels were carved into the volcanic rocks by the first Christians who arrived in the region.
• Next, we will visit the Pasabag and Güvercinlik Valleys, which feature a spectacular landscape of the Fairy Chimneys. Later, we will visit the region’s most popular valley, called the Love Valley. We will also visit a workshop for traditional carpets and authentic jewelry.
• After dinner, we head to a traditional restaurant carved into a volcanic rock to attend the AUTHENTIC TURKISH NIGHT, during which we will have the opportunity to see around 10 folk dances from different regions and cities of Turkey.  While enjoying the evening, we will taste some snacks and enjoy unlimited local drinks. Return to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

• Breakfast.Early departure towards Pamukkale, passing by Sultanhanı, the largest inn in Anatolia, built by Sultan Kaikubad I (1221–1237) to accelerate and facilitate regional trade. Later, we will pass through Konya, the largest city in Anatolia and the center of the Whirling Dervishes. Upon arrival in Denizli, we will visit Hierapolis and the Cotton Castle, a true natural wonder featuring a giant waterfall, stalactites, and natural pools formed over centuries by thermal waters rich in calcium salts. After visiting the ancient city of Hierapolis, we will return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight accommodation.

• Breakfast. Departure towards Ephesus, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in Asia Minor from the 1st and 2nd centuries. Walking through the main entrance, the Magnesia Gate, you will be amazed by the incredible views.
• Departure to Ephesus, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in Asia Minor from the 1st and 2nd centuries. Walking through the city’s main entrance, the Gate of Magnesia, you will be amazed by the incredible views. Marble-paved streets lead to impressive temples, frescoes in the Terrace Houses, fountains, and colonnades. Explore the three-story Celsus Library, which was the third-largest library of the ancient world, the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian on Curetes Street (the street of the priests), the Fountain of Trajan, and the Great Theatre, which could hold around 25,000 spectators. After the visit to Ephesus,
• We will continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, the supposed final residence of Jesus’ mother, which today, especially for Catholics, is considered a pilgrimage site. We will then proceed to Kusadasi on the Aegean Sea, followed by a visit to a leather workshop. Dinner and overnight stay.
• We will continue on to Kusadasi on the Aegean Sea, and then visit a leather workshop. Dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation may be in Izmir or Kusadasi, depending on the season or availability at the time of booking.   al momento de reservar.

• Breakfast. Free day. Dinner and overnight accommodation.
• 1 Optional. Greek Island of Chios
  We suggest taking the optional excursion (not included - with an additional cost).
• Greek Island of Chios: Transfer from the hotel to Çeşme port. After the immigration process, we depart for the island by ferry. Upon arrival, we begin the tour. We will visit some windmills that were used to channel water to a leather factory. The second stop is in a village famous for the production of mastic, a special plant resin unique to the island. We will continue to Kambos, where we will see some Genoese stone houses, and then pass through the village of Armolia, where we will see mastic trees. Finally, we reach the medieval village of Mesta, where we will have the opportunity to walk through its labyrinthine streets dating back to the Byzantine era and visit Megalos Taxiarchis, a well-known Orthodox church on the island. Free time will be available to stroll around the village and try some local foods.
• We will head south to the village of Pyrgi, where Christopher Columbus is said to have lived. The village is also famous for its houses decorated in the “ksista” style, as well as white houses adorned with geometric patterns. The next stop is at the black stone volcanic beach, Mavra Volia, in Emporios, where we will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious Greek food at one of the local restaurants. Before returning to the port, we will take a short stroll in the island’s town center. Transfer to the port and departure for Çeşme, Turkey. Arrival and transfer to the hotel

• Breakfast. In the morning, we will depart for Troy, a city celebrated in epic poems and known throughout history as the cradle of love, heroism, and civilization. Located 4.5 kilometers from the coast of the Dardanelles Strait, this ancient site on the slopes of Mount Ida has a history dating back to nearly 3,000 B.C. These are the lands where the Trojan War, as told in Homer's Iliad, took place.
• Troy was a city believed to be only a legend from Homer's Iliad until its discovery in 1868. Over the years, it was rebuilt numerous times due to wars and natural disasters. Its location  its privileged location has made it an attractive urbanized area throughout history. The most important characteristic of Troy is that it has 9 different urbanized levels. These 9 uninterrupted levels show us a timeline of more than 3,000 years, which allows us to study  the civilizations that lived in the area.
• We will visit the archaeological site of the 9-level city and also the representation of the famous Wooden Horse. Later, we will pass by the city's boardwalk where you can see the original horse from the 2004 film directed by Wolfgang Petersen and starring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, and Orlando Bloom. After finishing the visit, we will proceed to the hotel. Overnight stay and dinner in Çanakkale.

• Breakfast. Early in the morning, we will depart for Istanbul, crossing the Dardanelles Strait to return to the city. Upon arrival, we will visit Taksim Square, where you'll find the Istiklal pedestrian street, the famous Galata Tower, and the Church of St. Anthony. Afterward, we will have some free time before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay.

• Box Lunch. Early in the morning, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Dubai. Arrival in Dubai and reception by the local tour operator. Transfer to the hotel and overnight accommodation. We will then proceed with the
• We will embark on the Dubai TourNext, we will explore the Spice Market and the spectacular Gold Souk. Crossing the canal by water taxi and passing along Jumeirah Road, we will arrive at the Jumeirah Mosque, where there will be free time to take fantastic photos.  Next, we'll visit the city's famous marina, home to the Cayan Tower, a 90-degree twisted tower. The luxurious building has 75 floors, stands 310 meters tall, and cost $272 million. We'll make a photo stop at the Burj Al Arab, the world's only 7-star hotel. We'll then drive through the city center, passing the International Financial Centre, on our way to the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. It's located in the Dubai Mall, the world's largest mall with 1,000 stores. You'll have some free time to shop here.

Optional: Visit to the 124th Floor of the Burj Khalifa (additional cost).

• Take the world’s fastest elevator to ascend the iconic Dubai skyscraper, the tallest building in the world. From a height of 829 meters on the 124th floor, marvel at the panoramic city views and enjoy the music of the world’s largest dancing fountain.   Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

• Breakfast. Free day for personal activities. Overnight accommodation.

• Breakfast. Morning free for personal activities. At the designated time, meet in the lobby for transfer to the airport to board the flight to Mexico.