This is a suggested independent itinerary that you customize. Please select the best flights, hotels, trains, activities, transportation and number of nights in each destination to fit your needs.
Luxury and Culture...all in one trip! Begin this incredible experience flying into Dubai, filled with stunning structures, world-class shopping and vibrant nightlife. Visit The Emirates Tower, the megatall skyscraper Burj Khalif, and of course The Jumeirah Mosque, the most photographed mosque in all of Dubai. Then comes Istanbul, explore its dazzling Grand Bazaar, which will give you a taste of the real Istanbul experience. This marvelous city will amuse you with its richness in culture, many temples, great shopping and exciting nightlife. Lastly is Cairo, home to breathtaking and world famous pyramids. Visit the capital's medieval markets by Khan El-Khalili, or walk down the Nile promenade. This is a truly unique experience you won't want to miss.
This is a flexible package with daily departures from anywhere in the USA or Canada. Choose your length of stay. Pick your own flights, hotels and activities. Add, remove or reorder cities.
This 9 night sample itinerary includes:
Flight into Dubai and out of Cairo
Hotel for 3 nights in Dubai
Flight from Dubai to Istanbul
Hotel for 3 nights in Istanbul
Flight from Istanbul to Cairo
Hotel for 3 nights in Cairo
Ramadan*: Month of spirituality and purification. Estimated dates for Ramadan for upcoming years: 2021: April 12 to May 11 2022: April 3 to May 1 *Abstinence from eating, drinking, and smoking. Food and entertainment services in hotels and other public places may be affected.
Stylish Dubai is a chic travel destination filled with spectacular sights, a skyline filled with some of the most magnificent buildings in the world and packed with entertainment for the whole family. The city blends Eastern tradition with Western influences mixing old Dubai, the Dubai Creek, and Jumeirah Mosque with out of this world attractions such as The Palms, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountains and Atlantis. This breathtaking city lies on the sparkling blue waters of the Arabian Gulf with the dramatic red dunes of the desert in the background.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, The Palms, Atlantis, Aquaventure, The Desert, The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Fountains, Dubai Aquarium, Jumeirah Mosque, Dubai Creek, Dubai Museum, Bastaki Quarter, Gold Souks and so much more!
3 nights in Istanbul
Istanbul is one of the truly great romantic cities. Istanbul is home to a layering of civilization on civilization, of empire built on empire. A stroll through this historic city will reveal ancient Roman hippodromes, peristyles, and aqueducts, the greatest excesses of the Byzantine Empire and the mystique and power of the Ottoman Empire. In this sprawling, continent-spanning city you can tramp the streets where crusaders and janissaries once marched; admire mosques that are the most sublime architectural expressions of Islamic piety; peer into the sultan's harem; and hunt for bargains in the Kapali Çarsi.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Ayasofya,Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Spice Bazaar, Suleymaniye Camii, St. Savior in Chora, the New Mosque, Galata Tower, Taksim Square, the Hippodrome and so much more!
3 nights in Cairo
The capital city of Egypt, Cairo, straddles Africa and the Middle East and is the 19th largest city in the world, full of ancient Egyptian history, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the 7th wonders of the world – The Pyramids and the Sphinx of Giza. The city has a rich heritage with many ancient sites to be discovered. Take a cruise along the Nile River, head up The Cairo Tower, wander around the many mosques and museums and enjoy the delicious local cuisine and a vibrant nightlife.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
The Great Pyramids of Giza, The Great Sphinx, Coptic Museum, Old Cairo, The Cairo Tower, Al-Azhar Park, The Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Market, Mohamed Ali Mosque and so much more!
Egypt is a fascinating country filled with famed ancient monuments such as the Pyramids and the Sphinx with a history dating back thousands of years. Witness some of the magnificent wildlife living along the Nile including rare birds such as spot squacco herons, hoopoes, and the mighty crocodiles. In the arid desert see Shiatta Gazelles and flamingos, and the vibrant coral reefs of Marsa Alam where mantas and dolphins swim.
Apart from Russia, no other country can stake such a proud claim to bridging `the East and the West` like Turkey, which sits astride two continents. It is called the `Cradle of Civilization`, where there are more Roman archaeological sites than in all of Italy, and more ancient Greek ruins available for viewing by the public than in Greece. The history from the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and finally the modern Turkish nation are all on display here, and the Turkish vacation experience can encompass everything from being in the hustle and bustle of a metropolis, to attending a whirling dervish dance ceremony, to sunning yourself on the country`s beautiful shores, to climbing mountains and skiing at top resorts, to enjoying an iconic hot-air balloon ride over the Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia.
United Arab Emirates
Dubai is one of the seven emirates and the most populous city of the United Arab Emirates. Blending western influence and eastern tradition, it offers a fabulous cosmopolitan lifestyle and it attracts tourists seeking something different like: man-made islands, the world's tallest habitable tower, the world's largest mall, a rotating tower and many other interesting sights. Here, you can experience everything from large state-of-the art leisure and retail malls to sandy beaches, turquoise waters, lush green parks and the tranquility of the desert, all in the same day. Jumeirah Mosque - a fine example of modern Islamic architecture, the fascinating Al Fahidi Fort - housing Dubai Museum; and the archaeological sites located in Al Ghusals, Al Sufooh and Jumeirah. Al Ghusals and Al Sufooh are a must for every visitor.
Stylish Dubai is a chic travel destination filled with spectacular sights, a skyline filled with some of the most magnificent buildings in the world and packed with entertainment for the whole family. The city blends Eastern tradition with Western influences mixing old Dubai, the Dubai Creek, and Jumeirah Mosque with out of this world attractions such as The Palms, Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountains and Atlantis. This breathtaking city lies on the sparkling blue waters of the Arabian Gulf with the dramatic red dunes of the desert in the background.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, The Palms, Atlantis, Aquaventure, The Desert, The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Fountains, Dubai Aquarium, Jumeirah Mosque, Dubai Creek, Dubai Museum, Bastaki Quarter, Gold Souks and so much more!
Istanbul is one of the truly great romantic cities. Istanbul is home to a layering of civilization on civilization, of empire built on empire. A stroll through this historic city will reveal ancient Roman hippodromes, peristyles, and aqueducts, the greatest excesses of the Byzantine Empire and the mystique and power of the Ottoman Empire. In this sprawling, continent-spanning city you can tramp the streets where crusaders and janissaries once marched; admire mosques that are the most sublime architectural expressions of Islamic piety; peer into the sultan's harem; and hunt for bargains in the Kapali Çarsi.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Ayasofya,Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Spice Bazaar, Suleymaniye Camii, St. Savior in Chora, the New Mosque, Galata Tower, Taksim Square, the Hippodrome and so much more!
The capital city of Egypt, Cairo, straddles Africa and the Middle East and is the 19th largest city in the world, full of ancient Egyptian history, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the 7th wonders of the world – The Pyramids and the Sphinx of Giza. The city has a rich heritage with many ancient sites to be discovered. Take a cruise along the Nile River, head up The Cairo Tower, wander around the many mosques and museums and enjoy the delicious local cuisine and a vibrant nightlife.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
The Great Pyramids of Giza, The Great Sphinx, Coptic Museum, Old Cairo, The Cairo Tower, Al-Azhar Park, The Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili Market, Mohamed Ali Mosque and so much more!
* Sample prices displayed include international and domestic airline tickets as per itinerary and ALL airline-related taxes and fuel surcharges and are per person, based on double occupancy, and are dynamic in nature. Prices do not include insurance or delivery charges which are optional and customizable by the traveler. The airfare portion of the itinerary price is based on economy class, midweek departure. Prices do not include fees for carry on or checked baggage which can add additional fees per ticket on a roundtrip flight based on carrier charges. It also does not include any entrance fees or visa fees that may be charged at international airports. Some cities may charge local taxes that can only be collected by hotel at destination.
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