Turquía al completo & Dubai de regalo

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

Arrival in Istanbul, reception at the airport by the operator. We will begin the “Bosphorus Stunning Tour”  We begin the day with a visit to the Suleiman the Magnificent Mosque, the most famous mosque of the Ottomans. Located on a hill overlooking the Golden Horn, the Suleymaniye Mosque is visible from almost every point in the city, with its minarets standing out as “primus inter pares,” and its dome being the most prominent among those crowning Istanbul’s mosques.

Then we will continue the tour with a visit to Pierre Loti Hill, where we will have the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful view of the city. Just before lunch, we will visit the Patriarchal Cathedral of Saint George, which is currently the main Greek Orthodox cathedral in Istanbul. Since around the year 1600, it has been the seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the principal patriarchate of the Greek Orthodox Church and 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.

Breakfast. We will carry out 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 nearly 400 years. The palace was used as the center of residence and administration of the Ottoman Empire. Today, it is one of the most visited museums in Istanbul, where visitors can see very special pieces of the Ottoman royal treasury, war spoils, trophies, gifts, ceremonial weapons, and religious relics. Later, we will visit Hagia Sophia (due to government regulations of the building, the visit is made from the outside), a historic structure built by Emperor Justinian, one of the masterpieces of Byzantine art dating back to the 5th century. Today, it features both Muslim and Christian religious references, blended after the conversion of the basilica into a mosque and later into a museum. Afterwards, we will visit the Roman Hippodrome, built in the year 203 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. It 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.

Breakfast. Hotel check-out. We head towards Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Visit to the Mausoleum of the founder of the Republic, Mustafa Kemal. The father of the nation. Atatürkthe founder of the Republic, a national hero, and Turkey’s first president. The mausoleum is visible from all around Ankara and is a site of historical and architectural significance, representing a pivotal period in the country’s history.

On the way, we will see Tuz Lake (Salt Lake), the second largest lake in the country. On the way, we will pass by Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake), the second largest lake in the country. Arrival in Cappadocia (Turkish: Kapadokya), a historic region in central Anatolia, covering parts of the provinces of Kayseri, Aksaray, Niğde, and Nevşehir. Cappadocia is famous 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 at a traditional pottery workshop in the Cappadocia region. Dinner and overnight stay.

**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 erupted from the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes three 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 to the Göreme Open-Air Museum, where churches and chapels carved into volcanic rock can be found, created by the first Christians who came to the region. Later, we will visit the Pasabag and Güvercinlik valleys, which feature a spectacular landscape of the Fairy Chimneys. Afterwards, we will visit the most popular valley in the region, known as Love Valley. Visit to a traditional carpet workshop and authentic jewelry workshop.

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.

Desayuno. Salida temprano hacia Pamukkale pasando por la posada más grande de Anatolia que es conocida como Sultanhanı, construida por el sultán Kaikubad I (1221-1237) para acelerar y facilitar el comercio regional. Más tarde pasaremos por la ciudad más grande llamada Konya, la ciudad más grande de anatolia y el centro de los derviches danzantes. Llegando a la ciudad de Denizli visitaremos Hierápolis y el Castillo de Algodón, una verdadera maravilla natural, una cascada gigante, estalactitas y piscinas naturales formadas a través de los siglos por el paso de las aguas termales cargadas de sales calcáreas. Después de visitar la ciudad antigua de Hierapolis regreso al hotel. Cena y alojamiento.

Breakfast. Departure to Ephesus, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in Asia Minor from the 1st and 2nd centuries. Walking through the main entrance of the city, the Magnesia Gate, you will be amazed by the incredible views. Marble streets lead to impressive temples, frescoes in the Terrace Houses, fountains, and colonnaded streets. We will visit the 3-story Library of Celsus, 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, as well as the Great Theatre, which could accommodate around 25,000 spectators.

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.

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 stay.

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, departure to Troy, a city depicted in epics and described by history as a place of love, heroism, and civilization. Located 4.5 kilometers from the coast of the Dardanelles Strait, we find this ancient site settled on the slopes of Mount Ida, with a history dating back nearly 3,000 years BC. These lands were the setting of the Trojan War, as described in Homer’s Iliad.

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.

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 morning transfer to the airport to take the flight to Dubai. Arrival in Dubai, reception by the local operator.

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 stay.

Breakfast. Free morning for personal activities. At the indicated time, meet in the lobby for transfer to the airport to take the flight back to Mexico.