Visit the legendary city of Sultans, Istanbul; experience
daily life and the synthesis of the past and present in
this 2600 year old city in an imperial way.
Your private guided tours, the world famous
Ciragan Palace hotel on the Bosphorus and a romantic candle
light dinner in a 2000 year old Roman Cistern are only few
of the delights your will encounter in this romantic adventure
of a life time.
At your next stop, in the lovely resort town
of Antalya, you will be embraced by the beauty of the Turquoise
Mediterranean. Here, on the Turkish Riviera, you can find
the true meaning of relaxation. To satisfy the explorer
in you we have included private visits to archeological
treasures of the region. Imagine your private boat taking
you to the ancient city of Phaselis.
The honeymoon of your dreams awaits you in
Turkey.
DAY 1 - USA
TO ISTANBUL |
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DAY 2 - ISTANBUL |
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Arrival in Istanbul. Our representative will
welcome and escort you to your hotel, the worlds famous
Ciragan Palace on the Bosphorus. The rest of the day will
be at your leisure. (B/-/-)
DAY 3 - ISTANBUL |
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Today a full day private tour in the old
part of Istanbul is scheduled. Your guide and driver will
meet you in the morning at your hotel. The day starts in
the old part of the Istanbul with a visit to Hippodrome
where chariot races took place in ancient times. The Blue
Mosque, a landmark on Sultanahmet square with its six minarets
of beautiful blue tiles, the underground Cistern, and the
St. Sophia Church are to be visited in the morning. We explore
the magnificent residence of the Ottoman Emperors and their
life at Topkapi Palace. You will be escorted to your temporary
Palace on the Bosphorus; CiraGan Palace Hotel. (B/L/-)
DAY 4 - ISTANBUL |
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You will have the entire day to explore this
imperial city at your pace. We will make your dinner reservation
dinner at a 2000 year old cistern which has been restored
and transformed into a "Roman Tavern". At night
this place is filled with the mysterious light reflected
by flickering candles. (B/-/-)
DAY 5 - ANTALYA |
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After breakfast you will fly to Antalya,
Turkey's best known resort city on the Mediterranean. Upon
arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel which is situated
in the heart of the old city over looking the harbor. The
rest of the day is at your leisure to explore this historical
area or relax by the pool at your hotel. (B/-/-)
DAY 6 - ANTALYA |
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After the breakfast a tour of there ancient
cities is scheduled for you. Perge is the first visit of
the day with its theater, the huge stadium and it's Hellenistic
and Roman gates; the magnificent Roman theatre Aspendos,
and Side, a seaside resort village nestled between classical
ruins are next stops. You will be escorted back to your
hotel. (B/L/-)
DAY 7 - ANTALYA |
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A full day of sailing along the Mediterranean
is on your program today. You will enjoy swimming and relaxing
in the tranquil waters of Phaselis, a famous ancient commercial
harbor and Alexander the Great's favorite winter resort.
Lunch will be served on board. At the end of the day you
will be transferred back to your hotel. (B/L/-)
DAY 8 - ANTALYA
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The whole day is at your leisure to do as
you please at this wonderful town. (B/-/-)
DAY 9 - ISTANBUL
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A morning flight will take you back to Istanbul.
This city of intrigue is yours to explore. (B/-/-)