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Highlights of Turkey Tour |
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Enjoy the breathtaking
vistas of Turkey as only Oba Tours can succeed
it! Join us to experience the beauty and explore the
history of Asia Minor in total security and comfort. Our
elegant Highlights of Turkey tour visits all the
wonderful places from Istanbul to Izmir, and Ankara to
the sunny and chic Antalya… Just join us! |
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Turkish Delight Tour |
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Istanbul, the extraordinary landscapes in
Cappadocia and Antalya, a city like no other
in the world, on our most impressive fully escorted
tour! This is the most exciting Turkish destination
you will ever experience in your life. Impressed! |
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Anatolian Escapade Tour |
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The wonderful ten-day Anatolian Escapade… Journey
to the ruins and myths. Two of the most visited sites in
Asia Minor, Troy and Ephesus, on this
deluxe Turkish tour package. Plus mountains of olive
groves, turquoise waters and unique Turkish people
hospitality await you in this trip. Take it! |
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Taste of Turkey
Tour |
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Visit Topkapi Palace, plus the most exquisite
sights in all of Istanbul on this deluxe,
fully escorted tour with Elkay. A perfect
combination of great museums and ancient sites, covering
all the highlights of western Turkey. Enjoy forever! |
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Magical Turkey
Tour |
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Definitely this is real Turkey at its very best with
Oba Tours and covers the most of the
highlights of Turkey: The enchanting sights of
Istanbul, the magical monuments of
Eastern Black Sea and also a memorable cruising
along the Mediterranean Sea coast. Join
the magical trip! |
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Basilica
Cistern in Istanbul |
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This awesome columned
cavern was the water reservoir for both the Grand Palace
of the Byzantine Empire and for the Ottoman Turks’
Topkapi Palace in Istanbul.
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Blue
Mosque in Istanbul |
This mosque was built in the early 17th
century
for Sultan Ahmet and is probably the most famous
mosque in Turkey. This temple
is distinguished by six slender minarets and its
interior walls covered with
amazing blue Iznik tiles. |
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Boat Cruise
on the Bosphorus |
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This cruise stops at various fishing villages on
the way to the Black Sea in the north. Dividing
European Istanbul from Asian Istanbul, the river
is also a direct artery between the Black Sea
and the Sea of Marmara. |
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Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul |
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Sultan Abdul Mecit commissioned Dolmabahce
Palace on a spot along the Bosphorus in the
19th-century rococo residence style and Ataturk
died in this palace in 1938. Visitors are
admitted in groups and led by the official tour
guides. |
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| Grand Bazaar
in Istanbul |
| The Covered Bazaar was built in the 15th
century. The Grand Bazaar has several gates: the
most popular ones are Nuruosmaniye and Beyazit.
Istanbul’s mysterious bazaar is a labyrinth of
over 4,000 little shops and is everything you
dreamed an oriental market could be. All kinds
of Turkish treats are available in rich
abundance at the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. |
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“Enjoy
Shopping in Istanbul with the Shopping Butler of
Oba Tours Int’l.” |
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Haghia
Eirene Church in Istanbul |
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This sixth-century
church is located within the Court of the Janissaries of
the Topkapi Palace. Now, Church of Saint Irene functions
as a concert hall in Istanbul. |
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Rumeli
Hisari & Anadolu Hisari in Istanbul |
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These
European and Asian Fortresses can be found along the
Bosphorus river, approximately 40 minutes drive from the
old city of Istanbul. Each is famous for its local
specialty – Emirgan for tulips, which bloom in a
hillside park, and Kanlica for yogurt, served in several
waterfront cafes. |
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Spice
Market in Istanbul |
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The Egyptian Bazaar,
also called the Spice Market, is only a fraction of the
size of the Grand Bazaar. Stacked high with bags of
spices, nuts, and dried fruits, this bazaar opened for
business in the 17th century to generate revenue for the
Yeni Camii (the New Valide Mosque) next door in Eminonu.
Outside the Spice Market, there is a wonderful flower
and bird market. |
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Highlights of Turkey Tour |
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Guaranteed Departures All Year Round |
16
Days/15 Nights |
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| Day 1: Istanbul – Arrival |
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You are greeted upon arrival in Istanbul and
escorted to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure before
welcome briefing by Omer Elkay. |
| Day 2: Istanbul |
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A fascinating full day tour includes St. Sophia, Basilica
Cistern, Roman Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and the mysterious Grand
Bazaar. (B) |
| Day 3: Istanbul |
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Explore the Egyptian Spice Market and take the relaxing cruise
along the Bosphorus. Then visit the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace.
Join our optional dinner which includes Turkish belly dancing. (B)
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| Day 4: Istanbul – Canakkale |
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Tour the fabulous Topkapi Palace and drive to Dardanelles. (B,D)
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| Day 5: Canakkale – Izmir |
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Tour the ruins of Homer’s Troy in Dardanelles. Then depart for
Pergamum to visit the Acropolis and Asclepion. (B,D) |
| Day 6: Izmir |
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Enjoy exploring Ephesus, ancient metropolis of Roman Asia Minor
and the House of Virgin Mary. Then drive by the Byzantine fortress
for a view of the Temple of Artemis. (B,D) |
| Day 7: Izmir – Pamukkale |
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Explore the ruins of Thyatira, Sardis, and Philadelphia. (B,D)
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| Day 8: Pamukkale – Antalya |
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Marvel at the natural and historical beauty of Hierapolis. Then
visit the ancient city of Laodicea and Aphrodisias on the way to
Antalya. (B,D) |
| Day 9: Antalya |
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Experience Perge’s ancient ruins and Aspendos Roman theatre,
followed by sightseeing in the old part of Antalya. (B,D) |
| Day 10: Antalya – Konya |
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Cross the Taurus Mountains to reach the Inner Anatolia. Then
enjoy a guided tour of the Whirling Dervishes Museum including the
tomb of Mevlana and Karatay Theological School. Tonight, an optional
tour to the Whirling Dervishes dancing show in this mystic city.
(B,D) |
| Day 11: Konya – Cappadocia |
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Visit Sultanhani caravanserai and the ancient underground city
of Derinkuyu in the volcanic biblical Cappadocia. (B,D) |
| Day 12: Cappadocia |
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From 6th to 12th century rock chapels decorated with Christian
frescoes in Goreme and the moonlike landscapes are yours to explore.
(B,D) |
| Day 13: Cappadocia - Ankara |
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Drive to Ankara, the capital of modern Turkey. Then explore the
Hittite treasures of the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in the
citadel area. Plus drive by the Mausoleum of Ataturk. (B,D) |
| Day 14: Ankara – Bursa |
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Marvel at King Midas’ Mound and discover the ruins of Gordion en
route to Bursa. (B,D) |
| Day 15: Bursa – Istanbul |
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Visit the Green Mosque, the Grand Mosque and the colorful Koza
Han. Plus make time for the great shopping in Bursa. Then cross the
Bosphorus waterway that separates Europe and Asia to get Istanbul.
Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant with your
companions. (B,D) |
| Day 16: Istanbul – Return |
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On the behalf of Oba Tours Int'l., Omer Elkay escorts you to the
airport for the flight home. (B) |
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PRICE
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• Elegant Hotels, such as 5-Star, 4-Star, Historical
or Special Boutique Hotels. |
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• All transfers. |
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• Ground transportation by deluxe motor coach. |
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• Portage for two normal size suitcases except at the
airport. |
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• Sightseeing tours as indicated including entrance
fees. |
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• English speaking tour director. |
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• Meals indicated by the code letters: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner. |
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• Hotel service charges, tips and taxes. |
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• Travel documents kit. |
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PRICE EXCLUDES
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• All airfares. |
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• Airport taxes. |
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• Personal expenses. |
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• Customary tips to drivers and guides, which are made at the
traveler’s discretion. |
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• Optional tours in the package |
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Due
to the seasonal change in pricing, please contact us for
the current individual & group rates. |
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"Oba Tours
offers customized educational & religious packages for
the individuals and groups. For special pricing, please
contact us." |
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| Penelope
Hamlin & Ronald Zarter - El Paso, TX |
| "Omer was a tour guide for us for two trips to
Turkey. The second trip included my 10-month old
granddaughter. He planned and delivered wonderful
experiences. Omer was able to meet our expectations and
then some. His knowledge of the country, its history and
the people is superior. He and our driver, Dogan, took
us to many special out of the way places while still
seeing the “highlights” of Turkey. The accommodations
and food were always excellent. Do visit Turkey with
Omer!" |
| Julia Rogers -
Freelance Tour Manager , U.K |
| "I have worked with Mr Omer Elkay doing tours in
Turkey with groups of British holiday makers. My
experience of him is that he is a thorough guide, always
reliable, very informative and with a good sense of
humour. He has an excellent command of English and is
always smartly presented. Of utmost importance is his
ability to get on well with people from all walks of
life and to do a first class job of caring for his
customers." |
| Leopold G. Koss, M.D /
Professor and Chairman Emeritus, NYC |
| "Omer was my guide in Turkey several years ago. He
guided me through the mainland Turkey and through Asia
Minor in an expert fashion. He was exceptionally
knowledgeable about the places and sites that we visited.
He was a delightful companion whose English skills were
remarkable." |
| Caren & Bud Zisson,
Florida |
| "Omer made our trip to Cappadocia so very special!
He seems to know everybody there, and we were able to
meet people, go places and do things that other guides
cannot offer. He knows Turkish history, politics, and
all the best places to visit, eat and shop. He even gave
us great information and even contacts about other areas
in Turkey that we visited after our week in Cappadocia!
He is the best and most memorable guide that I have ever
had in any country. You can't go wrong with "Omer the
Magnificent"!" |
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Joe Helmkay of Victoria,
British Columbia, Canada |
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"In 2001 my wife, myself and our two friends had the
pleasure of touring Turkey with Omer as our personal
tour guide. Although our tour had an set itinerary, Omer
was extremely flexible allowing us to alter several
stops maximizing our time in places that we wished to
spend a few extra moments. Omer was not only very
knowledgeable about Turkey's history, he was also able
to share an enormous amount of knowledge and insight
about modern day Turkey. Omer gave good advice on how to
honor local customs, he gave excellent advice on how
much we should have to pay for certain souvenirs and he
always made sure that we were having as much fun as
possible. We really got to do and see everything that we
went to Turkey, to do and see; Omer was a big reason why." |
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Vera Schwartzbord and Her
Group of 8 Friends, FBI Travel, Melbourne, Australia. |
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"We are a group of 8 friends, who decided to travel
around Turkey together. We didn't want to rush through
the country and after doing a lot of reading, we decided
that we wanted a personalised tour. All we needed was an
excellent guide, to make it as interesting as possible,
and of course to make it run smoothly. We found Omer
Elkay and all our expectations were met and surpassed.
Omer knows his country well and also knows how to make
travellers feel at ease and have a great trip. All our
group still talk about our time spent together with Omer
and we still say it was our best group holiday ever.
Thanks Omer for being such a great ambassador for your
country and for being the perfect guide." |
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Peter Wardle, Australia
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"I arrived in Cappadocia in January. It was absolutely
beautiful the snow covered the ground. Omer and his
driver met me for lunch and then showed me some of the
region during the afternoon. We spent all of the next
day together savouring the delights of this ancient land.
Omer was fantastic. His knowledge and love of the region
was delightful. I had a great time." |
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Danny Levy, Seven Seas
Fine Art, Los Angeles, CA |
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"There are many ways of visiting a historic country like
Turkey. And then, there is a way of experiencing a
country like Turkey. That is what we got to experience
on our trip to Turkey, thanks to Omer. Getting to see
what most tourists would never have a chance. While
driving through the country we would get to stop by
different markets, shops, restaurants, and historic
homes to visit what seemed like old friends. It seems
like Omer has a friend in every block of each city, that
could show us something interesting, and of course offer
us some tea. His knowledge of the country and its
history was impressive, he had some information about
everything we saw. We all had a great time, thanks so
much to Omer and our wonderful driver." |
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