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Itinerary is valid from 22nd Apr. 2019
(Highlights - Istanbul Egyptian Spice Bazaar , Bosphorous cruise)
Welcome to Istanbul. We will be transferred to your hotel and at 13:00 we will have a short visit to the Egyptian Spice Bazaar and a cruise along the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorous. Overnight stay at Hotel.
(Highlights - Istanbul Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Turkish and Islamic Arts Musuem and the Hippodrome - Kusadasi)
Today after breakfast, we enjoy a fully guided tour of Istanbul - the only city in the world to span two continents, i.e. Asia & Europe. Istanbul, an iconic city and the most popular tourist destination in Turkey - We visit the Blue Mosque (Also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman mosques in all of Turkey), St. Sophia Museum (famous in particular for its massive dome. It was the world's largest building and an engineering marvel of its time), Turkish and Islamic Arts Musuem and the Hippodrome. This afternoon, we will be transferred to airport for the flight to Izmir and upon arrival transferred to Kusadasi. Overnight stay at Hotel.
(Highlights - Ephesus & site of the Temple of Artemis)
After Breakfast we go to Ephesus. Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. Overnight at Kusadasi
(Highlights - Pamukkale, ancient city of Hierapolis)
After Breakfast This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers. Overnight at Pamukkale.
(Highlights - Silk Route Konya, Sultanhani Caravansary, Mevlana museum)
Today after Breakfast we travel the ancient Silk Road - (was an ancient network of trade routes that connected the East and West). We visit the Sultanhani Caravansary (One of the largest caravanserais in the worldwide) and the Mevlana museum (The Mevlana Museum, is the mausoleum of Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, a Persian Sufi mystic also known as Mevlana or Rumi) in Konya along the way. Tonight, you have an opportunity to see the whirling Dervishes show if you opt for the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening! Overnight in Cappadocia.
(Highlights - Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, underground city)
Today after Breakfast we tour Goreme, (a town in the Cappadocia region of central Turkey. Just east of town is the Goreme Open Air Museum, with cave churches and frescoes from the 10th to 12th centuries) we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city. Overnight at Hotel.
(Highlights - Ankara, Anitkabir, Istanbul)
After an early breakfast we depart for Ankara the nation's capital, after reaching Ankara we visit Anitkabir, Anitkabir is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the leader of the Turkish War of Independence and the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey. We see the three sections, 1. Lions Alley 2. Ceremonial Ground 3. Mausoleum. After this we travel back to Istanbul. Overnight at Istanbul.
(Highlights: Istanbul)
After breakfast we are transferred to the airport for your onward flight & Return home with happy memories of tour & promise to keep in touch with each other.
For Booking Deposit of Rs 10,000 /- Non refundable.
Balance amount by 16th JAN 2019
Cancellation policy: UP to 16th JAN Rs 10,000/-
Between 16th JAN to 30th JAN Rs 14,000/-
After 30th JAN NO REFUND
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What is generally the size of a tour group ?
Generally the number of guest traveling varies depending on the destination. The average group size for tours is between 25 to 32 passengers. However, if a particular tour gets an overwhelming response then the group size may go beyond the aforesaid group size
Who would be my co-travelers ?
Your co-travelers can be any individual, right from a professional C.A or Doctor to a teacher, a teenager, an artist, a politician, businessman, people of any religion, from any region, any language etc. When you return from your dream holiday, we assure you that there will be additions to your friends list.
Will it be possible to extend my stay at a destination ?
You can extend your stay provided you intimate us of such extension at the time of your booking. Additional charges will be applicable. No extensions/alterations can be done when the tour is in progress.
Can I avail just a part of the tour?
It is not advisable to do tours partly as you wont be able to experience your dream destinations completely. We offer you a wide range of products that suit your requirements. Our travel team will guide you on the same.
Is the tour itinerary susceptible to last minute changes, as we need to plan our leaves & make necessary arrangements accordingly?
We do not change the itinerary nor date of the tour, however in case of force majeure events, circumstances force us to change the routing or date of the tour, as the case may be, just for your Convenience.
What does the World tour price include ?
The World tour price generally is inclusive of your travel arrangements, accommodation, all meals, sightseeing, entrance charges, visas, airport taxes, Tour Leader services, etc. For more information on inclusion of tour price kindly refer tour inclusion section on the respective tour itinerary page on our website
Can I avail any early booking benefit ?
Yes, you get an advance booking discount for all tours on paying full registration amount at the time of booking. Discounts are slab wise and are given on first come first serve basis. They are valid for limited seats, limited period, limited tours and vary depending on the tour and region, so book early and save thousands.
What benefits can Repeat Travelers and Senior Citizens expect ?
Orient does have repeat guest and senior citizen discounts and it varies as per the tour. The travel consultant will provide the details when you book the tour.
What are the benefits of group bookings?
Yes, you are eligible for group discount if you book for a group of more than 15 guests on the same day.
What are the modes of travel on tour?
The modes of travel depend upon the tour which you book. Generally, we travel by Flight, Coach, Train, Cruise, Speed boat, Jet Foil, Cable Car, etc as mentioned in the itinerary. For more information refer respective tour itinerary page on.
Are there any night journeys on tour?
For flights we may have night journeys, but we normally avoid night journeys on tour as far as possible.
How hectic is the pace of the tours ?
Most of the tours are medium to fast pace as we cover maximum must see sight-seeings, we have some optional sight-seeings which passengers can choose to skip.
Do we have to walk a lot on tours ?
Generally, we have to walk at sightseeing places, amusement parks and at the airports sometimes for a long distance, however the same will be timely instructed by the Tour Leader.
Do we have to wake up early on tours ?
Unless otherwise specified by the Tour Leader for world tour, we normally follow 6-7-8 schedule i.e wake up at 6 am, breakfast at 7 am and departure at 8 am. However, the schedule may change as per the situation.
Can I upgrade my class of travel or airline?
Yes, you can upgrade your class of travel or airline as per the availability and on an additional cost. Please inform the same at the time of booking.
Can I request for a window seat or seat with more leg space?
Yes, you can request for a window seat or seat with more leg space or an aisle seat at the airport check in counter. It will be provided by airline as per the availability.
Would the airline have provision for a wheelchair?
Yes, airlines have provision but it is limited hence you need to inform us at the time of booking. Few airlines also have certain charges for wheel chair. Wheelchair is subject to availability and at the discretion of the airline.
Can I book my own air tickets and join your tour?
Yes, for all tours you have a facility of joining the tour at the first destination and leaving the tour at the last destination. For such tours, you get a special joining and leaving price. Joining and leaving guest (J/L) is the one who books the escorted group tour without taking the services of visa, insurance and main air travel ticket to reach the first destination of the tour and leaves the tour from the last place of Sightseeing / Restaurant / Hotel / Airport to reach his/ her hometown.
How much baggage is allowed per ticket?
At present for most of the destinations, it is 15 to 20 kg for cargo and 6 to 7 kg for handbag per ticket but it does vary with the airline. For guest traveling to US at present baggage is controlled by Piece Concept. Under the Piece Concept, passengers are permitted per ticket to check two bags with a per-bag weight of up to 23 kg for Economy Class. However for internal flights there is no free baggage allowed, your 1 check in baggage cost is paid by Orient but the second check-in baggage if any has to be paid by guest. Also due to security reasons during internal flight the bags cannot be locked, same will be timely instructed by the Tour Leader on tour. Hand baggage of 7 kg is allowed for both international and internal flights.
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