Pacific Coast

Day 1 — Istanbul - New York

Meet at Istanbul Atatürk Airport at 04:30. Following passport control, check-in, and customs procedures, departure at 07:25 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 003 for New York, America's most important city. Arrival in New York at 11:20 after an approximate 10-hour flight. Greeting by our guide awaiting you at the airport, and before transferring to our hotel in our private vehicle, we will undertake a panoramic tour introducing the Manhattan District. During this tour, the United Nations Headquarters, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, the World Trade Center, and Times Square are among the sights we will see. Transfer to our hotel after the tour and, following room allocation, free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 2 — New York

Breakfast included

Meet with our guide in the lobby in the morning and depart from the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we will spend our day exploring New York's most important landmarks. During this tour by subway, we will first arrive at this magnificent structure to ascend the Empire State Building, one of the tallest buildings in the world. Taking its high-speed lifts, we will take in a magnificent view of New York from the climate-controlled observation deck located on the 86th floor at a height of 320 metres. Afterwards, we will embark on a magnificent 1-hour boat tour. Departing from the Hudson River between New York and New Jersey, we will have the chance to see all the iconic landmarks of New York. The Brooklyn Bridge, the World Trade Center, Liberty Island featuring the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island, which served as an immigration inspection station between 1892-1954, are among the sights to be seen. After the tour, return to Manhattan Island and transfer to our hotel. Free time for shopping and exploring the surroundings. Overnight stay at our hotel.

Day 3 — New York - Las Vegas

Breakfast included

Following breakfast, we transfer to New York Airport. After check-in and flight procedures, we take a domestic US flight lasting approximately 5,5 hours to arrive in Las Vegas, the city of the night, home to the world's largest hotels and the premier tourist destination in the state of Nevada. After meeting your guide at the airport, please note that room check-in will not be available before 16:00. Guests who wish may join the optional Las Vegas Combination Tour organised by our guide. Following our tour along the Las Vegas Strip, home to grand hotel developments with magnificent architecture inspired by diverse global destinations, we head to the Mall. After a shopping break here, our next stop is The Sphere. We will have the opportunity to see The Sphere up close, which was recently completed and quickly gained worldwide renown. Following free time here, we head to central Las Vegas. In this bustling area known as Downtown, we visit the remarkable Fremont Street Experience. On this covered pedestrian street, which hosts concerts and various events, free time is provided for those who wish to ride the zip-line, dine or shop. Following our free time, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.

Day 4 — Las Vegas

Breakfast included

After breakfast in the morning, our guests may join the Grand Canyon tour arranged by their guide. We set out from Las Vegas in the morning by private vehicle towards the Grand Canyon, located in the State of Arizona. Following a journey of approximately 2 hours, we arrive at the Grand Canyon. Upon our arrival, the staff coordinating the helicopters escort us to the aircraft. You will be captivated by the magnificent canyon scenery as the 5-6 person helicopters descend towards the Colorado River at the very bottom of the canyon. We then take a boat tour on the river with the boats waiting for us below. Afterwards, as the helicopters carry us back up, we once again bear witness to spectacular vistas. On the return, we board the touring buses that will take us around the area. At the final stop, Eagle Point, we have the opportunity to take breathtaking photographs of the canyon right beside an 800-metre precipice. Here, we also have the chance to photograph the dwellings of the Hualapai Native Americans. Boarding the bus again, we head to Guano Point. Whilst enjoying the meal prepared by the Hualapai Native Americans, we take in yet another magnificent panoramic view. After the meal, we return to the terminal, board our vehicle, and set off back towards Las Vegas. We warmly recommend that you do not miss this tour, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World and meet the Hualapai Native Americans, the custodians of this magnificent canyon. Note: Guests wishing to add an extra dimension to their Grand Canyon experience may join the helicopter tour, provided they notify their guide at least 3 days in advance. The price is $375 per person.

Day 5 — Las Vegas - Los Angeles

Breakfast included

After breakfast in the morning, departing from our hotel, we will set out towards Los Angeles, known as America's City of Angels and its 2nd largest city. Upon our arrival, we will first embark on an introductory tour of this beautiful city. Our first stop is Hollywood Boulevard, which you will recognise from films. Here, the Kodak Theatre (now named "Dolby Theater"), where the Academy Awards ceremonies are held, the Chinese Theatre, home to red-carpet movie premieres, the handprints and footprints of film and music icons, and the Walk of Fame are among the sights we will see. You will also have the opportunity to photograph the city's iconic Hollywood Sign written in giant letters from this area. Afterwards, passing from the famous Sunset Strip to Santa Monica Boulevard, we arrive in Beverly Hills. Here we will see the famous symbol of Beverly Hills. Then, we take a short stroll along world-famous Rodeo Drive, home to some of the world's most luxurious boutiques and the setting for the film "Pretty Woman", and see the "Beverly Wilshire Hotel", which served as the residence for stars such as Elvis Presley and John Lennon for years. Leaving Rodeo Drive, we head to Downtown, known as the heart of Los Angeles. Sights here include Olvera Street, the skyscrapers shaping the Los Angeles skyline, and the historic districts established when the city was first founded. At the conclusion of the tour, transfer to our hotel, room allocation, and an opportunity to rest. Your guide will provide recommendations for dinner. Overnight stay at our hotel.

Day 6 — Los Angeles

Breakfast included

We depart from the hotel in the morning. Today's programme will be the Coastal Cities tour. On this programme, we will see the famous Queen Mary ship and the circuit where Formula 1 races are held (Grand Prix of Long Beach) at Long Beach, America's second busiest port. Heading south along the Pacific Ocean coast, Newport Beach, Seal Beach, Huntington Beach, and Laguna Beach are among the other sights to be visited. We head to Santa Monica for dinner. In sparkling Santa Monica, filled with street performers' shows, you can unwind with a drink at the stylish cafes and enjoy your dinner at one of the restaurants in this beautiful spot. Overnight in Los Angeles. NOTE: In today's programme, if requested and should a majority be reached, there will be the opportunity to substitute this with "Universal Studios". You can experience "Universal Studios Hollywood", one of the most technologically advanced theme parks in the world and the actual filming location of Hollywood movies. The entrance fee for Universal Studios is not included in the tour price and is to be paid on site by our guests.

Day 7 — Los Angeles

Breakfast included

On our third day in Los Angeles, we will embark on one of the finest tours we will take in the USA. In San Diego, voted America’s finest city for years, our first stop is La Jolla. In La Jolla, famous for its seal beach and scenic coastlines, you will admire the harmony of nature and luxurious homes, taking plenty of photographs. Leaving La Jolla, we head to our 2nd stop, Old Town. In Old Town, the birthplace of California, an atmosphere awaits where you will feel as if you are truly in Mexico. Departing from Old Town, our visits will include Seaport Village, the aircraft carrier Midway, the famous KISS statue, and Coronado Island, home to the US Naval Base and the historic Hotel del Coronado, which is America's largest wooden structure and where the film "Some Like It Hot" was shot. After the tour, return to the hotel and overnight stay in Los Angeles. Note: The aircraft carrier Midway will only be viewed from the outside.

Day 8 — Los Angeles - Solvang

Breakfast included

Morning check-out from the hotel. After having breakfast en route, we proceed to our first stop, Santa Barbara. Following a brief panoramic tour here, we will have short free time for taking photographs and exploring the area. Upon leaving Santa Barbara, after an approximately 45-minute mountain drive, we arrive at the Danish-founded town of Solvang in the Santa Ynez Valley. Here, you will see numerous cheese shops and bakeries, and will also have the chance to sample the wines of the Santa Ynez Valley. Following the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel.

Day 9 — Solvang - San Francisco

Breakfast included

Following breakfast in the morning, we set out. "Today's journey will take approximately 10 hours and will be made along “California State Route 1”, one of the world's most sought-after scenic routes, featured in numerous films and songs." Continuing along the Pacific Coast Highway, Highway 1—renowned as the most delightful and scenic drive along the entire West Coast of America—we take a lunch break in the Morro Bay “Morro Rock” area, followed by San Simeon Beach where hundreds of elephant seals bask in the sun; we then arrive in “Carmel”, one of California’s must-see coastal towns situated along the Pacific Ocean south of San Francisco, favoured as a holiday getaway by many celebrities including George Clooney and Paul Newman. Next, we arrive in Monterey via the Pacific Grove coastal road and have dinner independently at one of the numerous seafood restaurants on Monterey’s Fisherman's Wharf. Afterwards, continuing our journey, we arrive in San Francisco approximately 2 hours later, check in to our hotel, and spend the night. Overnight stay at our hotel. "Today's journey will take approximately 11 hours and will be made along “California State Route 1”, one of the world's most sought-after scenic routes, featured in numerous films and songs."

Day 10 — San Francisco

Breakfast included

In the morning, we will embark on a half-day panoramic city tour introducing this beautiful city. During this tour, the Civic Center, Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Chinatown are among the sights we will see. Following the city tour, we will undertake the Sausalito and Alcatraz by Boat tour. On this tour, we will cross the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, a charming town located approximately 30 minutes from San Francisco. While strolling along the promenade, you will see picturesque houses. Then, returning to San Francisco by boat, you will have the opportunity to photograph Alcatraz, once known as the world's only inescapable prison. At the same time, you will witness magnificent views of San Francisco. At the end of the tour, before returning to "Union Square" via the Cable Car (red trams)—so familiar from films of famous San Francisco streets—we will alight in Chinatown to explore this district on foot. Our walking tour will conclude at "Union Square" at the far end of Chinatown. Your guide will provide recommendations for dinner. After dinner, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.

Day 11 — San Francisco - Istanbul

Breakfast included

After breakfast in the morning, we prepare for departure from the hotel. Then, transfer to San Francisco International Airport and departure for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 080 at 18:10. Overnight on board the aircraft.

Day 12 — Istanbul

Breakfast included

Arrival in Istanbul at 17: 15 local time and the end of our tour.

Included services

• Economy class flight ticket between Istanbul – New York / San Francisco – Istanbul
• Accommodation in 4* hotels
• Breakfasts to be taken at hotels or out (some will be taken at Traditional American Breakfast diners, some at the hotel, and some at cafés such as Starbucks)
• Resort fees and city visitor fees
• Grand Canyon Tour in Las Vegas (Helicopter Not Included)
• Las Vegas Combination Tour in Las Vegas
• Premium Outlet Tour in Las Vegas
• Los Angeles City Tour
• San Diego Tour in Los Angeles
• Santa Monica Tour in Los Angeles
• Coastal Towns Tour in Los Angeles
• Economy Class Flight Ticket between New York – Las Vegas
• New York Landmarks tour
• Half-day city tour in New York
• Sausalito – Alcatraz from the Boat – Fisherman’s Wharf – Cable Car – Union Square tour in San Francisco
• Half-Day City Tour in San Francisco
• All stated transfers
• Big Sur Tour between Los Angeles and San Francisco
• Solvang Tour

Not included

• US domestic baggage fees (varying between 40 USD and 85 USD per bag with a weight limit of 23 kg. An extra fee is charged for each piece of luggage exceeding the weight limit. On some flights, domestic airlines also charge baggage fees for cabin luggage that does not fit under the seat.)
• Tours indicated as optional
• Personal expenses
• Lunches and dinners
• International departure tax (Can be paid at designated banks or at the tax office desk at the airport)