DAY 01 LIMA - BOGOTA
Flight from Lima to Bogota. Arrival transfer and accommodation.
DAY 02 BOGOTÁ – ISTANBUL
Flight from Bogota to Istanbul. You will spend the night on board.
DAY 03 ISTANBUL
Arrival at Istanbul airport, reception and free time until check-in time. Accommodation.
DAY 04 ISTANBUL – BURSA - KUSADASI
It includes breakfast
Departure for Bursa. Panoramic tour of this important city that was the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Visit of the Ulu Camii Mosque, the main mosque of the city and one of the most beautiful in all of Turkey. They will also have the opportunity to take a walk through the silk market, where you can appreciate antiques, silks, perfumes and pashminas. Accommodation.
DAY 05 KUSADASI – PATMOS
It includes breakfast.
Transfer to board a 4-day/3-night cruise with full board.
In the afternoon, we will sail towards Patmos. Patmos, one of the northernmost islands in the Dodecanese, and one of the smallest, has a charm of its own. It is famous for being the supposed place of the vision of John the Baptist in the Book of Revelation and where it was written.
DAY 06 CRETE (HERAKLION) – SANTORINI
Welcome to the largest island in Greece, a place of mystery, myth and legend. Here you can immerse yourself in the bustling capital, Heraklion, and the extraordinary history and archeology of Crete. You will also learn the secrets of the creativity and art of the Minoans. We have included a visit to the Palace of Knossos, a key place to understand the oldest civilization in Europe and the origin of the legend of Theseus, the Greek hero, and the Minotaur. Our particular odyssey continues by spending an afternoon in Santorini, whose magnificent image is immediately recognizable throughout the world. We are sure that you will be surprised by its impressive landscapes, the white houses of Fira, the capital, and the emblematic blue dome of the Oía church. Don't forget to try one of the many restaurants vying for a seat on the edge of the caldera.
DAY 07 ATHENS (LAVRIO) – MYKONOS
We leave the historic and classical capital of Greece and set sail for our first destination, the beautiful island of Mykonos, also known as the Island of the Winds. Stroll through the vibrant old town with its whitewashed houses, winding alleyways, pretty churches and delicious waterside restaurants. You'll no doubt recognize the postcard white windmills side by side, overlooking the sea.
DAY 08 KUSADASI – EPHESUS – PAMUKKALE
Includes: Breakfast + Dinner
Disembarkation.
Ephesus: You will visit the best preserved Greco-Roman city in Asia Minor. It contains treasures such as the impressive Roman Theater that housed more than 25,000 spectators, the magnificent library of Celso and La Calle de Mármol.
- The House of the Virgin Mary: Supposed final resting place of the mother of Jesus and today an important point of pilgrimage.
- Finally, you will end the day in a leather workshop to shop and bring souvenirs to those you love the most.
The Cotton Castle: You will know a true natural wonder. A giant waterfall, stalactites and natural pools formed over the centuries by the passage of hot springs loaded with calcareous salts.
Hierapolis: You will be filled with photos in the ruins of this city founded in 180 BC. and that it was an important summer rest center for nobles from all over the Empire.
DAY 09 PAMUKKALE - CAPPADOCİA
Includes: Breakfast + Dinner
You will leave for Cappadocia. Dinner and accommodation
DAY 10 CAPPADOCIA
It includes breakfast.
We will leave early in the morning in the direction of one of the capitals of the region and an important city of the Seljuk Empire. On the way, the imposing image of the inactive volcano Erciyes can already be enjoyed on the horizon, whose eruption (together with that of the Hasan volcano) has given rise to the natural scenery of Cappadocia. Arrival in Kayseri (90 km – 1:30 approx), we will take a short panoramic tour of the city that will remind us of the origins of the Ottomans, through the beauty of the octagonal mausoleums, the city castle, the mosque and its madrasa, the central bazaar and the iconic clock in the main square. Immediately we will go up to Monte Argeo, which rises at the foot of the city up to 2,000 meters high and houses a fantastic winter sports station. Arrival and transfer to the clothing center (rental included in the package – boots and glasses not included), since it is practically like entering a freezer, but with little time and appropriate clothing everyone can adapt well. Once in the landscape dominated by the white of the snow and the sky at its limit. The afternoon is free to explore the station, its cafes, restaurants, hotels and ride the cable cars (ticket up and down included) and appreciate the incredible scenery. They can also do winter sports like skiing or snowboarding or take classes to learn them! In the late afternoon, we will go down and then return to Cappadocia.
*Activity to be carried out according to weather conditions.
*Activity applies only for the departure of March 29, 2023. For the other dates we will have only 2 nights in Cappadocia.
DAY 11 CAPPADOCIA
Includes: Breakfast + Dinner
You will enjoy the fascinating and original landscape of the region formed by volcanic lava.
In addition, you will know:
- The Fairy Chimneys: You will have the best views of these peculiar and imposing rock formations from the valleys of Pasabag or Cavusin, Avcilar and Güvercinlik.
- The Göreme Chapels: You will visit these impressive chapels carved into the rock and adorned with Byzantine art.
- Underground City: Built by the ancient communities to protect themselves from attacks.
Afterwards, you will go shopping! We will go through a typical stone workshop and the traditional carpet factory. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel.
To better live the experience in Cappadocia, we invite you to take our optional Balloon ride and Turkish Night. These two activities will allow you to feel even closer to Turkish culture and to be amazed by the dazzling nature that only the rock formations of Cappadocia can offer us.
Optional: Turkish Night*
Let yourself be carried away by the Turkish charms in a typical Cappadocian cave, with a show of folk dances and belly dancing, simply sensational.
Optional: Balloon Ride*
You will live the Turkish sunrise from a hot air balloon, in one of the most impressive landscapes on the planet.
Note: This balloon ride is subject to weather factors and availability at the time of arrival.
DAY 12 CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA - ISTANBUL
Includes: Breakfast + Dinner
We will leave early for Ankara. We will visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of the Republic, and on the way we will see the largest lake in Turkey: The Salt Lake, then you will arrive at your hotel in Cappadocia. Dinner and accommodation.
Optional: Ascent Cave Hotel in Cappadocia x2 pax, 2 nights:
Dare to live a unique experience staying in a cave hotel in this majestic valley, hotels with a design and decoration that will take you back to the Ottoman and Greek architectural style. You can watch the flight of hot air balloons over the valley in all its splendor on the hotel terraces, where you can also enjoy a varied menu of meals.
DAY 13 ISTANBUL
It includes breakfast
You will enjoy your free day in Istanbul, a huge city, full of restaurants, museums and incredible places, you will use this day to visit it at your leisure or you will take the optional tour.
Optional: Constantinople Jewels:
- The Hagia Sophia Mosque: A masterpiece of world architecture.
- The Roman Hippodrome: It was built in 203 AD. It will amaze you with its obelisks, columns and fountains.
- The Sultan Ahmet Mosque: One of the largest mosques and characteristic for its tiles. It gives the incredible sensation of being underwater due to its blue color.
- The Grand Bazaar: A true experience of colors, aromas and flavors.
You will enjoy your free day in Istanbul, a huge city, full of restaurants, museums and incredible places, you will use this day to visit it at your leisure or you will take the optional tour.
Possibility of taking the optional night Bosphorus.
DAY 14 ISTANBUL – BOGOTÁ
You will go to Istanbul International Airport, to return to Colombia after an incredible experience and with a thousand stories to tell. Arrival, transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
DAY 15 BOGOTA - LIMA
Transfer to the airport to take a flight to Lima.
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