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info@quintessentiallytravel.com OVERVIEW Arrive in Istanbul for a quick overnight stay at the highly luxurious Four Seasons. A morning heritage tour of the city exposes some of the hidden gems paramount to Istanbul s heritage before heading to Marmaris for a four day stay in the newly established D-Hotel Maris. Fully relax and unwind in this spectacular resort before climbing aboard a privately chartered yacht to explore the coastline for 5 days. Enjoy life at sea with the use of jet skis and water skis as well as a personal on-board chef. Return to land and enjoy a few nights in the Amanruya Bodrum steeped in history try to find your own small piece of this. Finish the trip back in Istanbul and pick up all those traditional Turkish flavours from the enormous Bazaars. DAY 1 Istanbul - 1 night at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at The Bosphorous Arrive in Istanbul and immediately receive 5-star service with assistance during duty-free shopping. Spend the night at the Four Seasons Istanbul and enjoy the sea front and city views whilst dining on the finest of Turkish cuisine. DAYS 2 Marmaris - 1 night at D Hotel Maris Get to grips with the intense cultural heritage of Istanbul with a visit to the Hippodrome remnants before admiring The Blue Mosque and strolling to St. Sophie one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Indulge in Ottoman cuisine from inside the Topkapi Palace courtyard. Once re-energised walk around the palace and discover the awe-inspiring jewellery collection before catching a flight to Dalaman Airport. DAYS 3-5 Marmaris - 3 nights at D Hotel Maris
Enjoy this newly built hotel in peace. Surrounded by alpine forest adorned mountains and a number of private beaches, the D-Hotel Maris is the perfect destination for a holiday within a holiday. Watch the sunset each night from the privacy of your own balcony with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. Have a vigorous workout in the gym before recovering in the authentic Turkish bath. DAYS 6-11 5 nights aboard private yacht Take to the sea on a private luxury yacht and enjoy the best sightseeing tour designed to thrill the senses of the most discriminating traveller. Have a go at spear fishing and provide the on board chef with the evenings menu to enjoy on deck. For the more active, jet around the ocean on jet-skis, water-skis and high speed ring donuts. The floating sun beds are the most relaxing way to spend the afternoon in the sun. DAYS 12-15 Bodrum - 4 nights at Amanruya Back on dry land spend the following three days enjoying both the classical and natural beauty of the Aegean region of Turkey. Discover and investigate the fabled coastline at your own leisure, the area is brimming with artefacts and designs. The ancient pine forests and scalloped bays surround the peaceful Amanruya with its meandering path taking you to the private secluded beach. DAYS 16-17 On your final day you will have an early flight back to Istanbul. We suggest visiting Basilica Cistern complete with 336 columns before stopping at the tranquil garden of the sacred spring Ayazma Blachenae. Indulge in lunch at the famous seafood restaurant Balikci Sabahattin with the tables spilling out into the street to really bask in the atmosphere. With renewed energy, pick up all you need from the Grand Bazaar, with over 400 shops you will not leave empty handed. QT INSIDER Arrive in Istanbul for a quick overnight stay at the highly luxurious Four Seasons. A morning heritage tour of the city exposes some of the hidden gems
paramount to Istanbul s heritage before heading to Marmaris for a four day stay in the newly established D-Hotel Maris. Fully relax and unwind in this spectacular resort before climbing aboard a privately chartered yacht to explore the coastline for 5 days. Enjoy life at sea with the use of jet skis and water skis as well as a personal on-board chef. Return to land and enjoy a few nights in the Amanruya Bodrum steeped in history try to find your own small piece of this. Finish the trip back in Istanbul and pick up all those traditional Turkish flavours from the enormous Bazaars. 17 days / 16 nights from GBP 25380.00 / based on 2 people BEST TIME TO TRAVEL January February March April May June July August September October November December LOCATION