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Cappadocia, Turkey
Ancient Civilizations Of Anatolia From $1795
15 Days Minimum: 2 Offered Year-round Private Custom & Group
Throughout history, Turkey has been home to some of the world’s greatest civilizations and
religions. Start in Istanbul with extensive touring of the city’s intriguing delights. Visit Gallipoli,
known for its key role in World War I. Travel to Troy for its unearthed remains of
earlier cities. See Temple to Apollo in Pergamon and the fabulous ancient city of Ephesus
in Izmir. Drive to Pamukkale and see the terrace of salt cliffs, nearby Hierapolis, and Sardis,
the Lydian capital where early Judaism and Christianity thrived. Visit the ancient temple
city of Aphrodisias before heading to Antalya. Travel via Konya on to Cappadocia,
where an otherworldly landscape was the site of early Christian communities. In Ankara,
visit the Anatolian Civilizations Museum, and Gordion, the ancient capital of Phrygia.
Essence of Turkey From $ 895
11 Days Minimum: 2 Offered Year-round Group & Custom
Dubai - A Rising Star From $ 588
5 Days Minimum: 2 Offered Year-round Group & Custom
Explore Arabian Peninsula - Oman & UAE From $ 2495
7 Days Minimum: 2 Offered Year-round Group & Custom
Get ready for the profound traditions, daring and futuristic architecture, and never ending
energy in the middle of the desert, dazzled by the immensely opulent palaces and world’s
most luxurious hotels, and exposed to the long and rich Arab history on a journey to the
United Arab Emirates and the neighbouring Oman. Begin in the two modern Arabian
jewels, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where the ultramodern present and historic past coexist.
Pass by fascinating and ever changing desert scenery and reach the fascinating oasis
town of Al Ain. Cross the border into Oman and drive through picturesque Wadis (dry
riverbeds) to reach Nizwa and tour its beautiful fort, Jabreen Castle. Through the craggy
mountains to reach the seaside capital city Muscat and its impressive souks and mosque
Straddling both Europe and Asia, Turkey offers a seamless mix of antiquity and the modern
world. Marvellous mosques, churches and palaces, sleepy villages, craggy hillsides and
fertile plains provide a contrast to the fast-growing metropolises of Ankara and Istanbul,
eagerly embracing Western culture from its Ottoman heritage. Soak up new sounds and
smells and deploy your haggling skills as you ramble through a maze of bazaars. History
buffs will appreciate travelling through the classical Ephesus and the legendary city of
Troy, romanticized and immortalized in Homer’s Iliad. Not to be missed are the whimsical
fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, encasing cave churches and underground cities. Dip your
toes in Pamakkule’s travertine and relax in a “hamam” after a long day of sightseeing.
Glitzy, glamorous, and over-the-top, the relatively new city of Dubai has got attention
from the world. With myriad shopping malls, flamboyant hotels and vibrant nightlife, it
is all just too easy. You’ll witness a different Dubai, where local Emirates take joy in their
songs, dance and traditions. Walk the streets of the tranquil, restored Bastakia area or
take a stroll through multicultural Karama or Satwa. Sample the historic sites and vibrant
cosmopolitan life of Dubai city with its iconic landmarks: the still tallest Burj Khalifa, the
ultra luxurious Burj Al Arab Hotel, the impressive Jumeirah Mosque, the stunning Palm
Islands, and the shining Gold Souk. Head into the desert for an unforgettable sunset dinner
and enjoy a shisha while watching belly dancers whirl around you under the starlight..
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