08D/07N Highlights of Turkey

Tour Code: UGE-001

Departures: Tuesday

Day 01 – TUE – ISTANBUL

Welcome to Turkey. Our tour starts in the morning pick up from the hotel (those arriving early morning same day airport transfer provided).Proceed sightseeing tours; visiting Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum and the Topkapi Palace.. Finally enjoy strolling at the Grand Covered Bazaar of Istanbul.Overnight at your hotel in Istanbul. (L, D)

Day 02 –WED – ISTANBUL – CANAKKALE

Today visit the Topkapi Palace (treasury section included), then drive to Canakkale enjoy a short ferry trip crossing the Dardanelles. Visit the legendary Troy andsee the replica of the famous Trojan Horse. Overnight in Canakkale. (BB,L,D)

Day 03 – THU – CANAKKALE – KUSADASI

A picturesque drive through the towns and villages of the Aegean Region of Turkey where a mild climate and warm people waves at you throughout the year.Opportunity to enjoy the resort town Kusadasi on arrival and visit Virgin Mary’s Cottage. Tradition has it that, after the death of Christ, John brought Virgin Mary to Ephesus where she spent her days in this small house., a popular stop for Mediterranean Cruises. Overnight in Kusadasi. (BB,L,D)

Day 04 – FRI – KUSADASI – PAMUKKALE

Visit one of the best preserved ancient city of the Roman Empire, Ephesus including; the magnificent facade of the Library of Celsius, The Temple of Artemis (oneof the seven wonders of ancient the world), the amphitheatre, gymnasium, agora and baths and onand on. En route enjoy a fashion show while zipping your drinks at a leather factory. Continue to Pamukkale, and experience the fairyland terraces of this wonderland. Overnight in Pamukkale. (BB,L,D)

Day 05 – SAT – PAMUKKALE – KONYA – CAPPADOCIA

After visiting Hierapolis in Pamukkale, drive to Konya. Visit Mevlana Museum and Mevlana Mausoleum and proceed to Cappadocia. Stop and visit en route acaravanserai, reminders of the Silk Road. Overnight in Cappadocia. (BB,L,D)

Day 06 – SUN – CAPPADOCIA

(Optional: Hot-Air Balloon Tour) Full day excursion of the region of Cappadocia. Start with the underground city of Kaymakli where early Christian dwellings extended downwards into the earth for at least 8 floors in a maze of tunnels and rooms. Cone of Uchisar, continue to Goreme Valley with its moonscape like landscape, then comes Avanos with its tradition of pottery making and hand woven carpets, later visit and experience an underground city. Next stop will be a visit to see and watch how the world famous hand woven Turkish carpets are being made at a village. Onyx factory will be our last stop for the day.Overnight in Cappadocia. (BB,L,D)

Day 07 –MON – CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA – ISTANBUL

Drive to Ankara. En route enjoy a photo stop by the Tuz Golu (salt lake). Visit Anitkabir (the mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of Turkish Republic). Continue toIstanbul, driving through the Bolu Mountains, while enjoying the ever changing scenery. Overnight in Istanbul. (Optional: dinner with show) (BB,L,D)

Day 08 – TUE– ISTANBUL

Transfer to airport. (please check transfer timing as it is provided one time only). (B)

04D/03N Turkey

Tour Code: UGE-002

Departures: Tuesday

Day 01 – TUE – ISTANBUL

Welcome to Turkey. Our tour starts in the morning pick up from the hotel (those arriving early morning same day airporttransfer provided). Proceed sightseeing tours; visiting Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum. Finally enjoy strolling at the Grand Covered Bazaar of Istanbul. Overnight at your hotel in Istanbul. (L, D)

Day 02 –WED – ISTANBUL – CANAKKALE

Today visit the Topkapi Palace (treasury section included) then drive to Canakkale enjoy a short ferry trip crossing the Dardanelles. Visit the legendary Troy and see the replica of the famous wooden horse of Troy. Overnight in Canakkale. (BB,L,D)

Day 03 – THU – CANAKKALE – KUSADASI

A picturesque drive through the towns and villages of the Aegean Region of Turkey where a mild climate welcomes at you throughout the year. Opportunity to enjoy the resort town of Kusadasi. On arrival and visit Virgin Mary’s Cottage. Tradition has it that after the death of Christ, John brought Virgin Mary to Ephesus where she spend her days in this small house. Overnight Kusadasi (BB,L,D)

Day 04 – FRI – KUSADASI – ISTANBUL

Visit one of the best preserved ancient city of the Roman Empire, Ephesus including; the magnificent facade of the Library of Celsius, The Temple of Artemis (one of the seven wonders of ancient the world), the amphitheatre, gymnasium, agora and baths and on and on. Later enjoy a fashion show while zipping your drinks at a leather factory. Transfer to the airport and fly back to Istanbul. End of our services. (BB,L)

05D/04N Turkey

Tour Code: UGE-003

Departures: Tuesday

Day 01 – TUE – ISTANBUL

Welcome to Turkey. Our tour starts in the morning pick up from the hotel (those arriving early morning same day airport transfer provided). Proceed sightseeing tours; visiting Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum . Finally enjoy strolling at the Grand Covered Bazaar of Istanbul. Overnight at your hotel in Istanbul. (L, D)

Day 02 –WED – ISTANBUL – CANAKKALE

Today visit the Topkapi Palace (treasury section included) then drive to Canakkale enjoy a short ferry trip crossing the Dardanelles. Visit the legendary Troy and see the replica of the famous wooden horse of Troy. Overnight in Canakkale. (BB,L,D)

Day 03 – THU – CANAKKALE – KUSADASI

A picturesque drive through the towns and villages of the Aegean Region of Turkey where a mild climate and warm people waves at you throughout the year. Opportunity to enjoy the resort town Kusadasi on arrival, a popular stop for  Mediterranean Cruises. visit Virgin Mary’s Cottage. Tradition has it that, after the death of Christ, John brought Virgin Mary to Ephesus where she spent her days in this small house. Overnight in Kusadasi. (BB,L,D)

Day 04 – FRI – KUSADASI – PAMUKKALE

Visit one of the best preserved ancient city of the Roman Empire, Ephesus including; the magnificent facade of the Library of Celsius, The Temple of Artemis (one of the seven wonders of ancient the world), the amphitheatre, gymnasium, agora and baths and on and on. Later enjoy a fashion show while zipping your drinks at a leather factory. Continue to Pamukkale, and experience the fairyland terraces of this wonderland. Overnight in Pamukkale. (BB,L,D)

Day 05 – SAT – PAMUKKALE – ISTANBUL

After visiting Hierapolis in Pamukkale, transfer to the airport and fly back to Istanbul. End of our services. (BB,L)

06D/05N Turkey

Tour Code: UGE-004

Departures : Thursday

Day 01 – THU – ISTANBUL – IZMIR – KUSADASI

Arrival in Istanbul, connecting flight to Izmir.Meet and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi. (D)

Day 02 – FRI – KUSADASI – PAMUKKALE

Visit one of the best preserved ancient city of the Roman Empire, Ephesus including; the magnificent facade of the Library of Celsius, The Temple of Artemis (one of the seven wonders of ancient the world), the amphitheatre, gymnasium, agora and baths and on and on. Later enjoy a fashion show while zipping your drinks at a leather factory. Continue to Pamukkale, and experience the fairyland terraces of this wonderland. Overnight in Pamukkale. (BB,L,D)

Day 03 – SAT – PAMUKKALE – KONYA – CAPPADOCIA

After visiting Hierapolis in Pamukkale, drive to Konya. Visit Mevlana Museum and Mevlana Mausoleum and proceed to Cappadocia. Stop and visit en route a caravan serai, reminders of the Silk Road. Overnight in Cappadocia. (BB,L,D)

Day 04 – SUN – CAPPADOCIA

(Optional: Hot-Air Balloon Tour) Full day excursion of the region of Cappadocia. Start with Cone of Uchisar, continue to Goreme Valley with its moonscape like landscape, then comes Avanos with its tradition of pottery making and hand woven carpets, later visit and experience an underground city. Next we watch how the world famous Turkish hand woven carpets are made at a village. Last stop of the day will be at an onyx factory. Overnight in Cappadocia. (BB,L,D)

Day 05 –MON – CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA – ISTANBUL

Drive to Ankara. En route enjoy a photo stop by the Tuz Golu (salt lake). Visit Anitkabir (the mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of Turkish Republic). Continue to Istanbul, driving through the Bolu Mountains, while enjoying the ever changing scenery. Overnight in Istanbul. (Optional: dinner with show) (BB,L,D)

Day 06 – TUE – ISTANBUL

Transfer to airport. (please check transfer timing as it is provided one time only). (B)

04D/03N Turkey

Tour Code: UGE-005

Departures: Saturday

Day 01 – SAT – ISTANBUL – CAPPADOCIA

Welcome to Turkey. Our tour starts in the morning pick up from the hotel (those arriving early morning same day airport transfer provided). Proceed sightseeing tours; visiting Hippodrome Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum and the Topkapi Palace (including treasury section). Finally enjoy strolling at the Grand Covered Bazaar of Istanbul. Transfer to airport for your domestic flight to Kayseri. Transfer to your hotel, Overnight in Cappadocia. (L,D)

Day 02 – SUN – CAPPADOCIA

(Optional: Hot-Air Balloon Tour) Full day excursion of the region of Cappadocia. Start with Cone of Uchisar, continue to Goreme Valley with its moonscape like landscape, then comes Avanos with its tradition of pottery making and hand woven carpets, later visit and experience an underground city. Next watch how the world famous hand woven Turkish carpets are made at a village. Last stop of the day will be at an Onyx factory. Overnight in Cappadocia. (BB,L,D)

Day 03 – MON – CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA –ISTANBUL

Drive to Ankara. En route enjoy a photo stop by the salt lake. Visit Anitkabir (the mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of Turkish Republic). Continue to Istanbul, driving through the Bolu Mountains, while enjoying the ever changing scenery. Overnight in Istanbul. (Optional: dinner with show) (BB,L,D)

Day 04 – TUE– ISTANBUL

Transfer to airport. (please check transfer timing as it is provided one time only). (B)

TOUR 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY 4 DAYS.

( Hanoi Capital City Tour. Visit Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first University, Fine Art Museum, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple and the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Enjoy water puppet show – The unique Vietnamese traditional art. Boat trip to discover Halong World Natural Heritage…).

DAY 01: HANOI – ARRIVAL (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 02: HANOI – HA LONG (B, L).

DAY 03: HA LONG – HANOI (B, L).

DAY 04: HANOI – DEPARTURE (B).

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TOUR 2: HANOI – HALONG BAY – NINH BINH “HALONG BAY ON LAND” 4 DAYS.

( Hanoi Capital City Tour. Visit Temple of Literature, Fine Art Museum and the Old Quarter of Hanoi. Enjoy water puppet show – The unique Vietnamese traditional art. Boat trip to discover Halong World Natural Heritage. Visit Ninh Binh “Halong Bay on land” with Bich Dong pagoda, Tam Coc Cave…).

DAY 01: HANOI – ARRIVAL (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 02: HANOI – HA LONG (B, L).

DAY 03: HANOI – NINH BINH (B, L).

DAY 04: HANOI – DEPARTURE (B).

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TOUR 3: HANOI – HALONG BAY – SAPA HILL TRIBES 5 DAYS.

( This is a perfect combination of trek and culture while visiting the hill tribes’ villages at a pace and style that compliments you. Journey away from the crowds and homestay a traditional Dao home. Learn and participate in village life and truly feel the warmth and hospitality of these incredible people. A cyclor tour around Hanoi Old Quater, cruise on Halong bay – World Heritage, treckking Sapa…).

DAY 01: HANOI – ARRIVAL ( WELCOME DINNER )

DAY 02: HANOI – HA LONG (B,L).

DAY 03: SAPA – LAO CHAI AND TAVAN VILLAGES (B, L).

DAY 04: SAPA – LAO CAI – HANOI (B, L).

DAY 05: HANOI CITY TOUR AND DEPARTURE (B, L).

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TOUR 4: HERITAGE HUE IMPERIAL – HOIAN ANCIENT TOWN 4 DAYS.

( Hue was unified Vietnam’s capital from 1802 to 1945, during the rule of the emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. The imperial citadel used is comparable to Beijing’s forbidden city. Hue is widely known for magnificent architecture, pagodas and royal tombs. Sightseeing tour of Hue  begins with the Citadel and the Purple Forbidden. Visit Citadel, Thien Mu Temple, Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc…Walking around Hoian Ancient Town  to discover one of the most well-known towns in the world…).

DAY 1: ARRIVAL – HUE (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 2: HUE CITY TOUR (B,L).

DAY  3: HUE – DANANG – HOI AN (B,L).

DAY 4: HOI AN – DANANG – DEPARTURE (B,L).

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TOUR 5: HUE CITADEL – PHONG NHA CAVES – HOIAN ANCIENT TOWN – MY SON HOLLYLAND 5 DAYS.

( Visit the Hue Imperial Citadel, Boat on Son river to discover Phong Nha Cave-The fifth UNESCO recognized site in Viet Nam. Visit ancient merchants’ houses, the 400-year-old Japanese Covered Bridge at Hoian Town. Cruise to Thanh Ha pottery village and visit a traditional ceramic workshop. Visitors have a chance to “get their hands dirty” making their own creations…)

DAY 1 : ARIVE HUE (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 2 : HUE – PHONG NHA – HUE (B,L).

DAY 3: HUE – DANANG – HOI AN (B,L).

DAY 4: HOI AN – SIGHTSEEING – THANH HA VILLAGE – TRA QUE VILLAGE (B,L).

DAY 5: HOI AN – DANANG AIRPORT (B).

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TOUR 6: SAIGON – MY THO – CU CHI TUNNELS 4 DAYS.

( This trip is designed for traveler who is keen to explore all aspects of the Mekong Delta. Ho Chi Minh City tour to visit History Museum, China Town. Shopping at Ben Thanh market. Visit Cu Chi – A Fabulous Tunnel. Boat trip on Mekong River to visit My Tho with Phoenix Island, Thoi Son Island…)

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY ARRIVAL (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 2: HO CHI MINH – MY THO – HO CHI MINH (B,L).

DAY 3: HO CHI MINH – CU CHI – HO CHI MINH (B,L).

DAY 4: HO CHI MINH DEPARTURE (B).

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TOUR 7: SAIGON – CUCHI TUNNEL – VUNG TAU – MEKONG DELTA 5 DAYS.

Day 01: Ho Chi Minh City Arrival (Welcome dinner).

Day 02: Ho Chi Minh – Cu Chi Tunnels – Vung Tau (B,L).

Day 03: Vung Tau – Ho Chi Minh (B,L)

Day 04: Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta – Ho Chi Minh (B, L)

Day 05: Ho Chi Minh – Departure (B)

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TOUR 8: SAIGON – TAY NINH – CU CHI TUNNEL – MEKONG DELTA – CAN THO 5 DAYS.

( During this trip visitors have chance of exploring the typical feature of Mekong Delta. Saigon city tour to visit War Remnants Museum. Visit Cu Chi Tunnels, Cao Dai Holy See. Mekong Delta trip to explore local people life.  boat trip exploring the vibrant floating market of Cai Rang, Cai Be and Phong Dien floating markets…)

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY ARRIVAL (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 2: HO CHI MINH CITY – TAY NINH – CU CHI (B,L).

DAY 3: HO CHI MINH – MEKONG DELTA – CAN THO (B,L).

DAY 4: CAN THO – HO CHI MINH CITY (B,L).

DAY 5: HO CHI MINH CITY – DEPARTURE (B).

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TOUR 9: EXPLORING THE HIDDEN CHARM OF VIETNAM 7 DAYS.

( Visit Hanoi – The capital of Vietnam: Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, stroll around the 36 streets of the Hanoi old quarter. Enjoy Vietnam Water Puppet Show. Visit Halong – listed as a World Heritage Area of outstanding natural beauty. Boat trip to discover Halong Bay with more than 3,000 limestone islets rising from the clear emerald water. Visit two natural caves-Heaven Grotto & Wooden Cave. Saigon city life with War Remnants Museum and the Reunification Palace. Discover the mystery of Mekong Delta to Visit My Tho, Cu Chi Tunnels…).

DAY 01: HANOI ARRIVAL (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 02: HANOI – HA LONG BAY (B,L).

DAY 03: HA LONG – HANOI (B,L).

DAY 04: HANOI – HCM (B).

DAY 05: HCM – CU CHI (B,L).

DAY 06: HCM – ME KONG DELTA (B,L).

DAY 07: HO CHI MINH CITY – DEPARTURE (B).

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TOUR 10: HIGHLIGHTS OF ANGKOR 4 DAYS.

( Cambodia is more than its temples. The south coast is ringed by tropical islands. The mighty Mekong River cuts across the country presenting great possibilities of wonder. You will visit the Great Sanctuary of Angkor Wat, Rolous group and eastern Angkor monuments including Prasat Kravan (Cardamon sanctuary), Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang (Royal Bath), Ta Prohm (Jungle Temple), Takeo. Trip also includes: South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun…)

DAY 01: ARRIVAL SIEM REAP (WELCOME DINNER).

DAY 02: SIEM REAP TOUR (B,L).

DAY 03: SIEM REAP TOUR (B,L).

DAY 04: SIEM REAP DEPARTURE (B,L).

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TOUR 11: CAMBODIA SOFT TOUR 6 DAYS.

( Nothing can prepare you for when you first see Angkor Wat, said to be the world’s largest single religious monument. It is a massive square structure covering 500 acres, and as you get closer, it only gets bigger. Explore the exciting and bustling life of Phnom Penh, visit Silver Pagoda, Royal Palaces. Visit the Great Sanctuary of Angkor Wat, South Gate of Angkor Thom, and enjoy boat trip on Tonle Sap Great Lake…)

Day 01: PHNOM PENH – Arrival (D).

Day 02: PHNOM PENH CITY TOURS (B,L).

Day 03: PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP (B,D).

Day 04: SIEM REAP TOURS (B,L).

Day 05: SIEM REAP TOURS (B,L).

Day 06: SIEM REAP TOURS – Departure (B).

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TOUR 12: LAOS REVEALED TOUR 4 DAYS.

(This guide tour takes the visitor to the major historical sights of the World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang, include Wat Xiengthong, Wat Aham, Wat Mai, Wat Sene, Royal Palace before exploring scenic spots in the surrounding countryside as Pak Ou Caves. Visit Vientiene, oldest Wat Sisaket, royal temple of Wat Prakeo,  That Luang Stupa…)

DAY 01: VIENTIANE ARRIVAL.

DAY 02: VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG.

DAY 03: LUANG PRABANG – PAK OU.

DAY 04: LUANG PRABANG DEPATURE.