DURATION : 17 Days 16 Nights

Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday,Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday

 AVAILABLE DATES
Every week, Wed to Mon between May and August 31st
(This tour is also customizable according to your dates.)

Cost of the 17-Day Tour

	DELUXE Double occupancy land tour rate per person: $ 6530 Supplement for single hotel accommodations: $ 1650 DELUXE TURKEY GOLDEN QUEST includes transfer from Ataturk airport by chauffeur driven sedan. All luxury hotel and deluxe air-conditioned yacht accommodation. Welcome cocktail. Special room gift. All transfers and all internal transportation by air-conditioned luxury vehicles. Gourmet dining a la Carte in the finest and most fashionable restaurants and fixed menu on the cruise In total 47 meals (16 breakfasts, 15 lunches and 16 dinners) All standard beverages and local premium wines during meals except on the cruise. Professional English speaking guides. Captain and crew on the cruise. Services of a Tour manager. Comprehensive sightseeing including Museum and Palace entrance fees. Bosphorus cruise on private boat. Private home visits when available. Special party entertainment. Representative escort to bars. All gratuities to Guides, Drivers, Hotel staff, Waiters and Porters. Inclusive of V.A.T at 18 %. STANDARD Double occupancy land tour rate per person: $ 3590 Supplement for single hotel accommodations: $ 850 STANDARD TURKEY GOLDEN QUEST includes All 4 star hotel and standard non air-conditioned yacht accommodation. Room gift. All transfers and all internal transportation by air-conditioned vehicles. Dining in traditional restaurants. In total 43 meals (16 breakfasts, 15 lunches and 12 dinners) Limited local beverages available during meals except on cruise. Professional English speaking guides. Captain and crew on the cruise. Services of a Tour manager. Comprehensive sightseeing including Museum and Palace entrance fees. All gratuities to Guides, Drivers, Hotel staff, Waiters and Porters. Inclusive of V.A.T at 18 %.

Excluded

All Beverages after dinner and while at bars and Clubs and during the Cruise.
Hotel incidental charges such as Laundry, Mini bar, Room Service, Communication Charges, etc.
International and own country Domestic airfares, cost of obtaining passports or visas.

This could be the start of a love affair...

ABSOLUTE TURKEY invite you to one of the most intriguing and stimulating places on earth TURKEY

Probably nowhere else has such diversity and allure. From the mythological legends of Ephesus to the vibrant city of Istanbul From the stunning Mediterranean coastline to the almost forbidding but breathtaking landscape of Cappadocia you can be sure of a unique travel experience that will stay with you for ever...

With our attentive service, your travel arrangements, accommodation and meals will be of the highest quality. We select only the finest hotels, and gourmet restaurants, Turkey boasts some of the world's best, and with our recommendations and guidance you will be able to experience more than just a holiday. With our STANDARD TOURS the level of quality is still high. We guarantee superior hotels and restaurants.

Our small groups of guests are accompanied at all times by and experienced representative who will ensure that you are well catered for.

Let the affair begin...

After spending one night in Istanbul you tour begins with a flight to the heart of the country.

Mystically situated right in the middle of Turkey is Cappadocia, a ravaged volcanic landscape with unique geographical features with the towering Fairy Chimneys and sensuously carved valleys. Despite its apparent barrenness, the mineral laden soil is very fertile producing fine wine which you will be able to sample. At Goreme the rock hewn churches are a must see for any visitor. You will explore the miles of tunnels, which for centuries used to house tens of thousands of people. Now erosion has started to reveal these hidden habitats taking on the appearance of giant honeycombs. At Avanos, famous for its pottery, try your hand at creating a work of art at the potter's wheel and in the wildly beautiful Ihlara valley you can take an adventurous journey to visit the vividly painted Byzantine churches carved from the rock

On your return to Istanbul you will stay slap bang in the middle of the city a stones throw from many popular bars and clubs. The city has a vibrant and increasingly unselfconscious scene. Our representatives will escort you to these venues to help you make the most of your evening entertainment.

The city itself is a cacophony of sights, sounds and smells, from the bustling harbor where the aroma of freshly fried fish and spices pervade the air to the tranquil serenity of the Blue Mosque. Here over 6,000 years of history comes to life with every street corner you turn. The skyline is a vivid mix of the ancient and modern, streamlined contemporary skyscrapers compete with majestic edifices and in the warm glow of a sunset when from the minarets the call to pray drifts across the city, the magic is complete. The timeless atmosphere of this ancient city fills your senses. During your stay you will visit all the major places of interest with excursions to The Old City to stroll among the Byzantine and Ottoman antiquities and in addition experience the daily life in the city in the maze of streets and in the Bazaars where you can purchase anything from Beluga caviar to a camel bag! Also check out the exquisite hand made carpets. Included is a luxurious cruise along the Bosphorus, an opportunity to see the city in all its glory from the calm waters of this historic seaway. And of course, no visit would be complete without a traditional Turkish bath, lie back and relax as you enjoy this ancient therapy. If its food you're in to then you will be able to experience some of the best Turkish cuisine Istanbul has to offer. Due to many cultural influences, there is a myriad of tantalizing menus to choose from, each one mouth-wateringly tempting. The nightlife is a huge mix of styles, that continues till the early hours. The streets fill with crowds of the young and trendy, rich and famous and the simply drop dead gorgeous. With many vibrant and up market clubs and bars to choose from and with our representatives on hand to show you the most fashionable and happening venues to enjoy, you can be sure that you will see Istanbul from the inside. Then your tour continues to the south of the country.

Nowhere in the world is like the Turkish Mediterranean coast where you can experience a breathtaking scenic journey by sea while absorbing the country's long and eventful history. In the languid comfort of a Gulet, relax the day away as you swim among the ancient ruins which tumble into the sea, snorkel in the clear blue waters or simply pull on a pair of your favorite Speedos and sunbathe as you watch the scenic splendor slowly drift by. During this journey you will anchor at many delightful towns and villages such as Oludeniz with its stunning beach where you can para glide from the immense sea cliffs or take part in the numerous water sports facilities. You are free to explore many historical attractions and check out the local foods and handicrafts. Your days at sea will be spent on a large Gulet, the design based on ancient Turkish trading vessels that transported amphorae of oil and wine throughout the Mediterranean. These vessels are well appointed with twin cabins, kitchen and a small bar What could be better than sitting on deck with a glass off wine, a traditional freshly prepared meal and a Mediterranean sunset. Finally disembarking and travelling to the up market town of Bodrum with its sophisticated nightlife and atmosphere, which again our representatives will help, you make the most of. A visit to an exclusive resort where you can experience a slice of hedonistic high life with the jet set tops off an adventure combining tranquil relaxation with the excitement of the Mediterranean holiday scene.

CAPPADOCIA
Cavus Inn region, Avanos, Uchisar, Goreme, The geological Fairy Chimneys, Kaymakli, Goreme, Derinkuyu, Visit to Turkish Winery with Wine Tasting, Pottery Making, Optional Balloon Tour, Ihlara Valley.

ISTANBUL
Topkapi Palace, The Roman Hippodrome, The Blue Mosque, St. Sophia basilica, The Underground Roman Cistern, Istanbul Archeological Museum, The Grand Bazaar, The Egyptian Spice Bazaar, Cagalolu Hamam-Turkish bath, Galata Tower, The Cloister of the Whirling Dervishes in Tunel, The historical District of Pera, The Waterfront Dolmabahce Palace, The Bosphorus Tour by Private Yacht.

BLUE CRUISE
Gocek, Cleopatra's Island, Batikhamam Sunken Baths, Oludeniz, Gemiler Island Archeological Sites, Kalkan Village, Ancient Lycian Cities of Xanthos, Letoon and Patara, Fethiye, Kalekoy Fortress Village, The Natural Paradise of Butterfly Valley, Golkoy Private Elite Resort, Turkbuku Jet Set Village, Historical Ephesus, Izmir.