Explore Istanbul and western Turkey’s ancient treasures before flying to Abu Dhabi for a 4‑night Arabian Gulf cruise visiting Doha, Ras Al Khaimah, and Khasab.
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Explore Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace.
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Reflect at Gallipoli’s Anzac Cemetery, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair.
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Explore ancient Troy and its symbolic wooden Trojan Horse.
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Walk Ephesus’ marble streets and visit St. John’s Basilica.
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Witness Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces and ancient Hierapolis.
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Visit Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and its marble domes.
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Stroll Doha’s Souq Waqif, browsing spices, perfumes, and traditional clothing.
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Sail Khasab’s fjord-like inlets on a traditional Arabian dhow.
Stay at Movenpick Hotel Istanbul Bosphorus; DoubleTree by Hilton Canakkale (Troy area); Charisma De Luxe Hotel Kusadasi; Adempira Termal & Spa (Pamukkale); Movenpick Bursa Hotel and Thermal Spa; The Artisan Istanbul MGallery; and Abu Dhabi’s Bab Al Qasr Hotel, plus an outside cabin (category XA) aboard Celestyal Discovery.