14 Day Tour from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
Prepare for a journey where ancient worlds, cultural wonders, and coastal beauty unfold day after day. Your adventure opens in dazzling Istanbul, home to some of the most iconic landmarks on earth. Explore the Roman Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the storied halls of Topkapi Palace. Wander the lively Grand Bazaar and savor traditional Turkish coffee prepared the old world way. Travel onward to the moving WWI sites of Gallipoli, continue to legendary Troy, and explore the healing sanctuary of Pergamon’s Asklepion. Stroll the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus and visit St. John’s Basilica before witnessing the luminous white terraces and ancient city of Hieropolis at Pamukkale. In Bursa, discover grand Ottoman architecture, bustling markets, and unique local flavors.Then your journey shifts from ancient landscapes to shimmering coastlines as you fly to Abu Dhabi and board your 4 night Iconic Arabia Cruise aboard the Celestyal Discovery. Sail the serene Arabian Gulf with relaxing port days in Abu Dhabi, Doha, Ras al Khaimah, and Khasab—each offering its own blend of culture, scenery, and warm coastal charm.Fourteen days. Endless stories. One remarkable adventure.
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour:• Guided sightseeing of Istanbul’s highlights featuring visits to the Roman Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace • Visit to the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul with traditional Turkish coffee experience at a historical coffee roaster • Visit to the WWI battlefields on the Gallipoli peninsula, the Anzac Cemetery, and the Lone Pine Memorial • Guided sightseeing of the Troy archaeological site and see the symbolic wooden Trojan Horse • Guided visit to the Asklepion at Pergamon • Guided walk through the ancient ruins of Ephesus; see St. John’s Basilica.• Visit to the ancient city of Hieropolis at Pamukkale featuring views of the travertine terraces and thermal pools.• Visit to the Great Ottoman Mosque (Ulu Camii) of Bursa, plus the Historical Covered Bazaar, and the Silk Market with Kestane Sekeri tasting• 4-night Iconic Arabia Cruise aboard the Celestyal Discovery• Port days at leisure in Abu Dhabi, Doha, Ras al Khaimah, and Khasab• Flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi• Dardanelles crossing by ferry
Prepare for a journey where ancient worlds, cultural wonders, and coastal beauty unfold day after day. Your adventure opens in dazzling Istanbul, home to some of the most iconic landmarks on earth. Explore the Roman Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the storied halls of Topkapi Palace. Wander the lively Grand Bazaar and savor traditional Turkish coffee prepared the old world way. Travel onward to the moving WWI sites of Gallipoli, continue to legendary Troy, and explore the healing sanctuary of Pergamon’s Asklepion. Stroll the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus and visit St. John’s Basilica before witnessing the luminous white terraces and ancient city of Hieropolis at Pamukkale. In Bursa, discover grand Ottoman architecture, bustling markets, and unique local flavors.Then your journey shifts from ancient landscapes to shimmering coastlines as you fly to Abu Dhabi and board your 4 night Iconic Arabia Cruise aboard the Celestyal Discovery. Sail the serene Arabian Gulf with relaxing port days in Abu Dhabi, Doha, Ras al Khaimah, and Khasab—each offering its own blend of culture, scenery, and warm coastal charm.Fourteen days. Endless stories. One remarkable adventure.
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour:• Guided sightseeing of Istanbul’s highlights featuring visits to the Roman Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace • Visit to the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul with traditional Turkish coffee experience at a historical coffee roaster • Visit to the WWI battlefields on the Gallipoli peninsula, the Anzac Cemetery, and the Lone Pine Memorial • Guided sightseeing of the Troy archaeological site and see the symbolic wooden Trojan Horse • Guided visit to the Asklepion at Pergamon • Guided walk through the ancient ruins of Ephesus; see St. John’s Basilica.• Visit to the ancient city of Hieropolis at Pamukkale featuring views of the travertine terraces and thermal pools.• Visit to the Great Ottoman Mosque (Ulu Camii) of Bursa, plus the Historical Covered Bazaar, and the Silk Market with Kestane Sekeri tasting• 4-night Iconic Arabia Cruise aboard the Celestyal Discovery• Port days at leisure in Abu Dhabi, Doha, Ras al Khaimah, and Khasab• Flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi• Dardanelles crossing by ferry
What's Included
- 7 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
Dates & Pricing
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Your Itinerary
ARRIVE IN ISTANBUL,TURKEY
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ISTANBUL
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ISTANBUL–GALLIPOLI–TROY AREA
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TROY AREA–PERGAMUM–KUSADASI
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KUSADASI–EPHESUS–PAMUKKALE
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PAMUKKALE–BURSA
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BURSA–IZNIK–ISTANBUL
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ISTANBUL-ABU DHABI, U.A.E.
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ABU DHABI (EMBARKATION)
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CRUISING: DOHA, QATAR
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CRUISING: RAS AL KHAIMAH, U.A.E.
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CRUISING: KHASAB, OMAN
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ABU DHABI, U.A.E. (DISEMBARKATION)
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ABU DHABI
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