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Experience the essence of Turkey & Egypt on our tour & cruise package with MyHoliday2. Small groups max 20 people. Visit Istanbul, ANZAC Cove, Cappadocia, Cairo, Abu Simbel, Pyramids of Giza & much more!

the tour

Experience the essence of Turkey & Egypt on tour with MyHoliday2. Get the most out of these two popular destinations with our small groups with a maximum of only 20 people. Begin your adventure in Istanbul, the home of busy bazaars, breathtaking mosques and rich history. Travel down the coast to explore Gallipoli and ANZAC Cove, the ancient city of Ephesus and Pamukkale a.k.a “Cotton Castle”. End your Turkey leg in the cave city of Cappadocia, marvel at the unusual moon-like landscape and treat yourself to a memorable hot air balloon ride.

Next, you will take an included flight to Cairo, where you will embark on a 4 Night, 5 Star Nile River cruise with Hapi V Nile Cruise ship from Luxor to Aswan.  Hapi V Nile cruise features 65 cabins , swimming pool and bar and a sun deck. Sailing along the Nile, stop to visit unique collections of ancient and modern monuments, covering the High Dam, Temple of Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan. In Luxor, scheduled visits to the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, the Colossi of Memnon, the Karnak Temples Complex and Temple of Luxor are included. Fly back to Cairo to explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx to end your trip.

INCLUSIONS

Our exciting Turkey and Egypt tour includes 11 Nights hotel accommodation in a mix of 4-5 star hotels, plus a 4 Night River Nile cruise on a 5 star ship. Daily breakfast on tour and all meals while on cruise. An international flight between Turkey and Egypt and return flights from Cairo to Luxor while in Egypt. Only a few select dates to choose from in 2024 so book your spot today with a small deposit. See tabs below for a full list of inclusions.

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DAY 1: Arrive Istanbul, TÜRKIYE! (Friday)

Today you will be transferred to the airport in time for your flights to Istanbul, Turkey where the next leg of your journey will begin. Upon arrival at Istanbul, you will be met by a tour representative for your [group] transfer to the hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is at your own leisure.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Ramada by Wyndham Taksilkent, Istanbul

DAY 2: Istanbul City Tour

After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick up from the hotel. Visit the “Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque” Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the “Blue Mosque” because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Outside the Blue Mosque we find the “Hippodrome”. The Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races and entertainment. The Hippodrome comprises of three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. After a short enjoyable lunch break we head to the Grand Spice Bazaar for shopping. After the shopping tour come back to Hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Ramada by Wyndham Taksilkent, Istanbul

DAY 3: ISTANBUL ~ GALLIPOLI TOUR

At around 6.30am we depart for Gallipoli to visit the battle fields. Morning tea break on route to Gallipoli. We arrive at Gallipoli around 12 o’clock and take a lunch break – you will have a chance to eat and relax before we depart for the battle fields. Visit Gabatepe Museum. Start visiting the fields with Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove because these are the places where the war had started. Then Beach Cemetery, Shrapnel Valley and Plugges Plateau. After the tour drive to your hotel. Overnight in Canakkale.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Iris Hotel, Canakkale

DAY 4: TROY TOUR ~ PERGAMON ~ KUSADASI

Depart at 8:30am and drive for 30 minutes to the city of Troy. Visit the famous archeological and mythological site of Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After the Troy tour, we drive 3 hours to Pergamon. Lunch break around 1pm and after lunch head to the magnificent acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political centre at that time. Pergamon is a famous city for its jewellery, stones and silver. So on the way, we will visit a jewellery centre for shopping. Arrival to Kusadasi around 6pm. Overnight in Kusadasi.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Ladies Beach Suite Hotel, Kusadasi

DAY 5: KUSADASI ~ EPHESUS TOUR ~ TURKISH VILLAGE SIRINCE

After breakfast around 9am you will be picked up from the hotel. Enjoy a fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient sites in the world en – route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre. Lunch break around 1pm. After lunch, we will visit a place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet weaving centre. Then onto a traditional Turkish Village Tour. Sirince’s construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all original with their white paint. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey – especially fruit wines. We will visit the vineyards and it is time to learn how to make fruit wine with Turkish wine makers. In the evening you will be tested about your knowledge of making fruit wine. On the way we will visit one of the famous leather production centres of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Overnight in Kusadasi.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Ladies Beach Suite Hotel, Kusadasi

DAY 6: KUSADASI ~ PAMUKKALE TOUR

Pick up from the hotel after breakfast about 9am. We depart for Pamukkale. We will check in at the hotel around 12.00 and have lunch. Afterwards we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Overnight in Pamukkale.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Pam Thermal Hotel, Pamukkale

DAY 7: PAMUKKALE ~ CAPPADOCIA

Today we transfer to Cappadocia by private transfer. Upon arrival you will check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your own leisure.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Dedeli Cave Hotel, Cappadocia

DAY 8: CAPPADOCIA TOUR WITH UNDERGROUND CITY AND GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM

After breakfast between 08:00 am and 09:30 am pick ups from hotel. Final timing one day before will be given you by your tour consultant. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. Than visit to Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to have lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop, to see how to make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley . Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite the resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from man-made. After Love Valley you visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Then you head to a wine shop in Urgup for wine tasting. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Dedeli Cave Hotel, Cappadocia

DAY 9: CAPPADOCIA ~ ISTANBUL

Enjoy a final breakfast in the hotel prior to check out. Transfer back to Istanbul via domestic flight. Transfer to your hotel and spend one last evening before your return flight home tomorrow. NOTE: Depending on the timing of the deomstica flight, you may stay at an airport hotel ready for your flight on DAY 10.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Ramada by Wyndham Taksilkent OR Grand Hamit by Karadayi Hotel, Istanbul

DAY 10: Depart Istanbul ~ Arrive Cairo, Egypt (SUNDAY)

This morning after breakfast and check out, you will be transferred to Istanbul international airport for your flight to Cairo, Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo international airport, you will be met by our tour representative and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your own leisure.

MEALS: None

OVERNIGHT: Barcelo Pyramids, Cairo

DAY 11: Cairo ~ Luxor ~ Embark Cruise ~ Karnak & Luxor Temples

Breakfast at your hotel and check out. You will be transferred to Cairo Airport for a short flights to Luxor. Upon arrival you will be met by our tour representative for a visit to Karnak Temple. Aptly called Ipet-Sut “The Most Select of Places” by the ancient Egyptians, Karnak Temple was the most important temple in Thebes (modern Luxor), in Upper Egypt. This was where the cult of the great god Amun of Thebes was conducted. As such, it was extremely wealthy and its priesthood held great political power. Afterwards, transfer to the Nile cruise ship for embarkation and lunch on board. After lunch we will visit Luxor temple, which is dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. It may have been where many of the pharaohs of Egypt were crowned in reality or conceptually (as in the case of Alexander the Great, who claimed he was crowned at Luxor but may never have traveled south of Memphis, near modern Cairo). Return to cruise for dinner and your first night on board.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

OVERNIGHT: Hapi 5 Nile Cruise

DAY 12: Visit The West Bank

Breakfast on board before your pick up to visit Valley of the Kings. The site for this royal burial ground was selected carefully. Its location on specifically the west side of the Nile is significant as well. Because the sun god set (died) in the western horizon in order to be reborn, rejuvenated, in the eastern horizon, the west thus came to have funerary associations. Ancient Egyptian cemeteries were generally situated on the west bank of the Nile for this reason. Visit The celebrated temple of Hatshepsut (c.1473–1458 BC), the queen who became Pharaoh, is located here, in Deir al-Bahari, on the west bank of Luxor. Made up of three man-made terraces that gradually rise up toward the sheer cliff face, this structure is truly a sight to behold. The site of Deir al-Bahari was sacred to Hathor, the goddess who nursed and reared every king, including their mythological ancestor, the god Horus, in Egypt’s primordial past. Lunch is served back on board while we sail to Esna. Arrival Esna and pass the Lock, then continue sailing to Edfou. Dinner and overnight on board

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Hapi 5 Nile Cruise

DAY 13: Visit Edfou Temple and Kom Ombo Temple

Breakfast on board. Pick-up to visit It is one of the best preserved shrines in Egypt. The temple was built in the Ptolemaic Kingdom between 237 and 57 BC. The inscriptions on its walls provide important information on language, myth and religion during the Hellenistic period in Egypt. In particular, the Temple’s inscribed building texts “provide details [both] of its construction, and also preserve information about the mythical interpretation of this and all other temples as the Island of Creation.” There are also “important scenes and inscriptions of the Sacred Drama which related the age-old conflict between Horus and Seth. Lunch on board during the sailing to Kom Ombo. Arrival Kom Ombo and visit the temple. The building is unique because its ‘double’ design meant that there were courts, halls, sanctuaries and rooms duplicated for two sets of gods. The southern half of the temple was dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek, god of fertility and creator of the world with Hathor and Khonsu. Meanwhile, the northern part of the temple was dedicated to the falcon god Haroeris (“Horus the Elder”), along “with Tasenetnofret (the Good Sister, a special form of Hathor or Tefnet/Tefnut and Panebtawy (Lord of the Two Lands). The temple is atypical because everything is perfectly symmetrical along the main axis. Return to cruise and sailing to Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

OVERNIGHT: Hapi 5 Nile Cruise

DAY 14: Aswan ~ Philae Temple

Breakfast on board before your pick-up to visit High Dam. Visit Philae temple; The temple of Isis was one of the last ancient Egyptian temples to remain active, as it continued to function until the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I (527–565 AD), who ordered the foreclosure of all pagan temples. It is here that a priest of Isis named Esmet-Akhom carved the very last dated hieroglyphic inscription, which dates to the late 4th century AD (394 AD). The temple was converted into a Christian church and many inscriptions were deliberately destroyed. Transfer back to the ship for lunch on board. In the late afternoon you will take a traditional Felucca boat trip overlooking Aswan and see the sunset. Back to cruise for Dinner and your final night on board.

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch Dinner

OVERNIGHT: Hapi 5 Nile Cruise

DAY 15: Aswan ~ Cairo ~ Pyramids & Sphinx & Old Egyptian Museum

After breakfast we check out and transfer to the airport for our morning flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival in Cairo we will proceed to visit the Incredible Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza Plateau. It’s estimated the largest – Khufu (Cheops) was constructed from no less than 2.5 million quarried limestone blocks, weighing around 6 million tonnes. No mean feats, when you consider the pyramids were built without the use of modern equipment. Visit papyrus institute, free time for shopping. Continue your day tour to visit Egyptian Museum where two hours are spent at the richest Museum world wide accompanied by our guide & enjoying his explanation about the history specially the King Tut’s part with the master piece ~ His Golden Mask. In the afternoon we will visit Khan Khalili Market; a famous bazaar and souq in the historic center of Cairo and perfect for some souvenir shopping to end your trip. Transfer to hotel and overnight.

MEALS: Breakfast

OVERNIGHT: Barcelo Pyramids, Cairo

DAY 16: End of Tour ~ Departure

Check out and transfer to Cairo international Airport for final departure with sweet memories of your Egypt and Turkey tour with MyHoliday2.

MEALS: Breakfast

Description

Experience the essence of Turkey & Egypt on tour with MyHoliday2. Get the most out of these two popular destinations with our small groups with a maximum of only 20 people. Begin your adventure in Istanbul, the home of busy bazaars, breathtaking mosques and rich history. Travel down the coast to explore Gallipoli and ANZAC Cove, the ancient city of Ephesus and Pamukkale a.k.a “Cotton Castle”. End your Turkey leg in the cave city of Cappadocia, marvel at the unusual moon-like landscape and treat yourself to a memorable hot air balloon ride.

Next, you will take an included flight to Cairo, where you will embark on a 4 Night, 5 Star Nile River cruise with Hapi V Nile Cruise ship from Luxor to Aswan.  Hapi V Nile cruise features 65 cabins , swimming pool and bar and a sun deck. Sailing along the Nile, stop to visit unique collections of ancient and modern monuments, covering the High Dam, Temple of Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan. In Luxor, scheduled visits to the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, the Colossi of Memnon, the Karnak Temples Complex and Temple of Luxor are included. Fly back to Cairo to explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx to end your trip.

INCLUSIONS

Our exciting Turkey and Egypt tour includes 11 Nights hotel accommodation in a mix of 4-5 star hotels, plus a 4 Night River Nile cruise on a 5 star ship. Daily breakfast on tour and all meals while on cruise. An international flight between Turkey and Egypt and return flights from Cairo to Luxor while in Egypt. Only a few select dates to choose from in 2024 so book your spot today with a small deposit. See tabs below for a full list of inclusions.

INCLUSIONS

 

TURKEY

10 Day guided tour of Turkey

9 nights accommodation

Daily breakfast

Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul

Guided Istanbul city tour

Visit Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia

Get lost shopping in the Grand Bazaar

Gallipoli tour; Brighton Beach, ANZAC Cove etc

Guided Troy Ancient city tour

Explore the Acropolis of Pergamon

Step back in time with a guided tour of Ephesus

Wander around Sirince village and taste local wine

See the calcium terraces of Pamukkale “Cotton Castle”

Guided Cappadocia tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Professional English speaking guides

1x Group airport arrival transfer (booked for when the majority land)

All taxes

International flights from Istanbul to Cairo

 

EGYPT

2 Nights 4 Star hotel accommodation

4 Nights 5 Star Nile cruise

Daily breakfast on tour

Full board on cruise

Visit Pyramids & Sphinx

Entrance to Grand Egyptian Museum

Visit Khan Khalili Market

Private English speaking guides

Cruise sightseeing; Philae temple High Dam, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfou, Luxor temple, Valley of the Kins, Hatchepsut temple.

Domestic flight ticket Cario – Luxor

Domestic flight ticket Luxor – Cairo

1x Group arrival transfer (booked for when the majority land)

1x Group departure transfer (booked for when the majority land)

EXCLUSIONS

 

International Flights from Australia

Turkey & Egypt visa fees

Private airport transfers outside of the group transfer

Optional tours

Shore Excursions

Tipping (expected USD$5-10 per person per day depending on group size)

Porterage at hotels

Travel Insurance

Meals not mentioned in itinerary and all beverages

Personal Expenses

Any other expenses which are not mentioned in inclusions

DEPARTURE DATES

 

DEPARTURE DATES 2024:

May: 3, 17

July: *12, *26

August: 30

September: *12

 

Dates marked with * incur a surcharge of $200 per person

HOTELS

 

4-5 STAR HOTELS:

Istanbul: Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Taksilkent or similar

Canakkale: Iris Hotel & Spa or similar

Kusadasi: Ladies Beach Suite Hotel or similar

Pamukkale: Pam Thermal Hotel or similar

Cappadocia: Dedeli Cave Hotel or similar (Boutique)

Cairo: Barcelo Pyramids or similar

Nile Cruise: Hapi 5 Nile Cruise or similar

 

In the unlikely event that the listed hotels are fully booked, alternative hotels of the same standard will be used

UPGRADES & OPTIONS

 

UPGRADES:

No Hotel upgrades available for this package

 

UPGRADES:

Bosphoros Cruise with dinner & drinks – $180 per person

Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon – $400 per person

Pamukkale Paragliding – $350 per person

Kusadasi Turkish Bath with steam, foam, scrub – $150 per person

Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon – $610 per person

Whirling Dervishes Show – $110 per person

 

EXTRA NIGHTS:

Extend your time in Turkey or Egypt with extra nights pre/post tour:

PRE-TOUR

Istanbul – $250

POST-TOUR

Cairo – $200

Prices are based per room per night and include breakfast. Airport transfers are not included.

 

EXTRA TRANSFER:

If you would like a private transfer to/from the airport the cost will be:

1-3 pax – $170 per way

4-9 pax – $200 per way

Please contact MyHoliday2 to purchase

 

 

 

 

 

 

INFORMATION

 

VALIDITY:

Voucher valid on selected dates until September 2024

Voucher valid for 1 person based on twin share

Bookings must be made at least 60 days prior to departure

 

GROUP SIZE:

Minimum of 8 people

Maximum of 20 people

 

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:

A single supplement surcharge applies to solo travellers

– $1100

 

CHILDREN POLICY:

Children under the age of 2 travel free of charge, expect for airport taxes. Please contact us if you are travelling with a child under 2.

Children aged 2-10 will receive a child discount

  • Contact us for a quote

 

Children aged 11+ require a full priced adult voucher

Child vouchers only apply if in addition to two full paying adults

Maximum room capacity is 2 adults and 2 children (1 in existing bedding, 1 in extra bed)

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

This tour departs with a minimum of 8 people. Should the group not meet minimum numbers you will be required to change travel dates to a guaranteed departure.

Should the departure is cancelled if minimum numbers not met, you can apply for a refund based on the Money Back Guarantee policy, or receive a 100% credit, or date change free of charge.

Travel insurance is recommended. MyHoliday2 takes no responsibility for any travel issues that may arise

This tour requires minimum numbers. If they are not met MyHoliday2 reserve the right to cancel the departure and you will be asked to choose another date.

It is the customers responsibility to obtain the correct visa for their destination and cover all fees associated

It is the customers responsibility to ensure they have a valid passport for travel and must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the period of intended stay.

The operator reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary after purchase

We offer a 7 Day Money Back Guarantee. See Refund policy for details

After 7 days from purchase, travel vouchers/tour packages are non refundable

MyHoliday2 pricing reflects current market rates, so package prices may fluctuate from day to day. This is the nature of the tourism industry, and MyHoliday2 is not obliged to refund you to match any subsequent price reductions after purchase

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