22
DECEMBER
arranged
around a series of courtyards and incredible collection of jewels, china, unique
pieces of Islamic and Ottoman artwork. Lunch will be served in the Palace. Afternoon
visits start with Turkish Islamic Arts Museum again which is a one of a kind full
of samples. Later afternoon we will visit Galata Mevlevihanesi for the Ceremony
of Whirling Dervishes (Show) . Tonight we will have our dinner at a famous fish
dining and show area of the city called Kumkapi with countless courses and tastes
of Turkish cuisine. Overnight at your hotel. (B,L,D)
23 DECEMBER 
Our day starts with famous Mosaic Museum visit
St.Savoir Chora and then we will visit the Spice Bazaar full of dry fruits,
vegetables, flowers, spices, fish, towels in mystical smells of different aromas.
After lunch we will visit another major sample of the mosque Suleymaniye. Late
afternoon is planned for a Leather and Carpet show with soft drinks. After dinner
at your hotel we will participate to a Christmas Mass at a famous church in
Istanbul. Overnight at your hotel.
(B,L,D)
24 DECEMBER
After breakfast we will visit world famous St.
Sophia (Church and Mosque) which was built By Constantine the Great. It is also
know as the Church of the Divine Wisdom designed to impress the strength and
wealth of the Roman Emperors . Continue our visit with Underground Cistern (Yerebatan).
Lunch will be served in the region. Afternoon starts with Archaeological Museum
visit and ends with Grand Bazaar (Major shopping center). Return to the hotel
and preparations for a farewell dinner show of Ottoman Sultans. Turkish Night
will include Belly dancers, folk dances from various regions of Anatolia, and
a selected specialities of rich Turkish Cuisine will be served including local
alcoholic beverages upon your taste. Overnight at your hotel. (B,L,D)
25 DECEMBER
After breakfast transfer to your flight. (B)
Pre-post New Year's Eve or Santa Claus Church Celebrations (Demre - Antalya) options may be applied in addition to our Christmas program please ask.
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Tour
Code
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Tour
Departure Date
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Tour
Ending Date
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SPC0401
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20
DECEMBER
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25
DECEMBER
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Tour
Price Included
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Tour
Price Excluded
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5 Nights
accommodation
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Personal
expenses
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5 * Hotels
or best available superior
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Airfare to
and from Turkey
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All entrance
fees and sightseeing's for the programs
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Hotel service
charges, taxes, tips and portage at the airport
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Professional
tour director throughout the tour
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Customary
tips; tourist hotels in the area, your drivers, guides and escorts
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Daily open-buffet
or continental breakfast
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A/C Coach
transportation
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4 Lunches
and 5 Dinners (3 courses min.)
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All airport
transfers
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V. A .T.
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Tour
Code SPC04
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Hotel
Name
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Category
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Merit Antique
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S
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CHRISTMAS
AT IRRESISTIBLE ISTANBUL
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Rate
PP in Double or Twin Room in USD
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Single
Supplement in USD
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799
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359
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BOARD
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HOTEL
CATEGORY
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BREAKFAST
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B
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MODERATE
CLASS
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M
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LUNCH
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L
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SPECIAL
CLASS
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SC
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DINNER
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D
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FIRST
CLASS
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F
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SUPERIOR
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S
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DELUXE
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D
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CHRISTMAS AT IRRESISTIBLE
ISTANBUL,
20 - 25 DECEMBER
20 DECEMBER
Arrival to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel , dinner and overnight. (D)
21 DECEMBER
Morning departure from your hotel to visit the Dolmabahce Palace which was
built as a second residence to Sultan Abdulmecid mid 19th Century on Bosphorus
with it's gardens and breathtaking views to Bosphorus especially in spring
and summer. Now used as a museum. Than we will drive to the harbour to embark
on a short boat trip to have our lunch at Leander's Tower (Kiz Kulesi). After
lunch we will have a visit
to a concert (Show) of Ottoman Military Band
(Mehter) open
air at