Dubai, Turkey & Maldives in 12 days - Emirate City, Istanbul & Atoll Paradise - LUXURY

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Explore glittering Dubai and take a 4x4 desert safari to spend an evening in the desert before jetting off to the bustling melting-pot of Istanbul, a city of immense history, wonderful culture, and delicious cuisine. Then head to the Indian Ocean to fulfill all your fantasies of white-sand beaches and turquoise shores in the paradise atolls of the Maldives as...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Dubai
    • Malé
    • Istanbul

What's this trip about?

    Explore glittering Dubai and take a 4x4 desert safari to spend an evening in the desert before jetting off to the bustling melting-pot of Istanbul, a city of immense history, wonderful culture, and delicious cuisine. Then head to the Indian Ocean to fulfill all your fantasies of white-sand beaches and turquoise shores in the paradise atolls of the Maldives as you enjoy an All-Inclusive getaway.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityDubai
End CityDubai

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Asia
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Turkey
  • Maldives

Attractions

  • Dubai
  • Istanbul

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Dubai, Dubai - Istanbul, Istanbul - Malé, Malé - US.
    • 10 nights accommodation in Luxury category hotels.
    • 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner in Dubai, 3 breakfasts in Turkey and All-Inclusive in the Maldives. *
    • Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle in Dubai and Turkey.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide. **
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Speedboat transfers in the Maldives.
    • Deluxe Overwater Villa in the Maldives
    • 4x4 desert excursion with dinner in Dubai.

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Itinerary

Day 1: US - Night on board

Arrive at your US departure airport ready to check-in for a flight* to the luxurious city of Dubai. Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Day 2: Dubai

Arrive in Dubai and transfer to the hotel.* The remainder of the day is free to discover this modern Emirati metropolis at your leisure. We recommend visiting the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world and a symbol of the city of 828 meters and 160 floors. Si...

Day 3: Dubai

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the morning at your leisure, exploring the old town or sunning yourself on Dubai's idyllic beaches. We recommend an optional excursion to explore the older parts of the city.* At dusk, take an exciting 4x4 excursion to the desert. Pass th...

Day 4: Dubai

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at your leisure, enjoying a shopping spree in Dubai's fabulous malls or relaxing at your leisure on the beach. We recommend an optional tour of the city's modern attractions.* Overnight stay in Dubai. * Optional Half-Day Modern D...

Day 5: Dubai - Istanbul

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the day exploring the city at your leisure. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Istanbul. Arrive in the bustling melting-pot of Istanbul, once the capital of Turkey and a city of immense history, wonderf...

Day 6: Istanbul

Breakfast at the hotel. Take a day to explore Istanbul at your own pace. Discover its labyrinthine bazaars, colourful city life and eclectic architecture. To make sure you see all the top sights, we recommend an optional full-day city tour!* Overnight stay in Istanbul...

Day 7: Istanbul

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a boat trip on the Bosphorus Channel, which runs through the heart of the city, marking the border between Europe and Asia. Appreciate captivating views of the old palaces of the Sultans and traditional riverside houses as yo...

Day 8: Istanbul - Night on board

Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to leave Turkey behind as you head to the earthly paradise of the Maldives! At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Malé. Night on board.

Day 9: Maldives

Touch down in Malé, the capital of the Maldives. From here, take an exciting speedboat transfer to your resort, situated on an island in the pristine Indian Ocean. Arrive, get settled in, and begin your All-inclusive stay. Overnight stay in the Maldives.

Day 10: Maldives

All-inclusive. Enjoy a day at your leisure in the Maldives, soaking up the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean from the comforts of a white-sand beach or exploring the abundant sea life on a snorkeling excursion. The facilities at the resort are there to make your ...

Day 11: Maldives

All-inclusive. Enjoy the day at your leisure. We recommend a diving excursion, whether you're a first-timer or already accustomed to the underwater world. The Maldives is considered one of the world's best diving destinations as the waters surrounding its atolls are i...

Day 12: Maldives

All-inclusive. Enjoy your final day in the Maldives at your leisure. Make the most of your last moments in paradise by exploring the island and finding the most perfect stretch of beach in which to contemplate the picture-perfect ocean views. Arrange a romantic meal or enjoy the resort entertainment to bring a memorable close to your idyllic escape. Overnight stay in the Maldives.

Day 13: Maldives - Night on board

Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to bid farewell to the paradise shores of the Maldives. At the indicated time, take a speedboat transfer to Malé to catch a flight back to the US. Night on board.

Day 14: US

Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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Price per day$508
Last Updated: 5/3/2024

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Accommodation

10 nights accommodation in Luxury category hotels.,

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Meals Included
3 breakfasts and 1 dinner in Dubai, 3 breakfasts in Turkey and All-Inclusive in the Maldives. *
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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