Coast to Coast America

Meeting at Istanbul Airport at 22:30 on the evening prior to the tour departure date. After passport control, check-in and customs procedures, departure to Miami, one of the most famous coastal cities in the United States, with Turkish Airlines flight TK157 at 00:40. Arrival in Miami at 06:00 after an approximately 12-hour flight. Meeting with your guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel. As hotel rooms will not be available before 16:00, guests may join the optional Miami & Star Island Tour, organized by the guide, in order to explore the city with a professional guide and make the most of their time. We first proceed to Miami Beach for a morning walk. Depending on preference, a short break for breakfast or coffee will be given before starting our city tour by coach. During the tour, we will see Miami Beach, Lincoln Road, the Versace Mansion (one of Miami Beach’s iconic landmarks), the luxury residential districts, Little Havana (home to Cuban immigrants), the Wynwood district, once a derelict area and now transformed into a massive open-air art gallery by world-famous street artists, Coconut Grove, the former Pan American Airways seaplane terminal (now City Hall), and the marina with a photo stop. We then continue to Coral Gables, known for its beautiful residences, the famous Coral Gables Venetian Pool (formerly a coral quarry), and the historic Biltmore Hotel. Lunch break at Bayside Marketplace. In the afternoon, we board our boat for the Star Island Tour, visiting the most exclusive residential islands of Miami, where you will see the homes of world-famous celebrities such as Gloria Estefan, Julio Iglesias, Madonna, Frank Sinatra, and many others. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Room allocation and free time. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, free time for shopping, relaxation, swimming, and exploring the surroundings. Guests who wish may join the optional Florida Keys & Key West Tour. On this full-day tour, we depart Miami early in the morning by private vehicle and travel to Key West, the southernmost town on the east coast of the United States. During the scenic journey, with the Atlantic Ocean on our left and the Gulf of Mexico on our right, we pass numerous islands known as the Florida Keys and cross long bridges offering spectacular ocean views and photo opportunities. Various surprises will be offered along the way. Upon arrival in Key West, we enjoy a short panoramic city tour, including Southernmost Point, the home of famous writer Ernest Hemingway, the winter residence of former President Harry S. Truman, and Duval Street with its many bars and restaurants overlooking the marina. In the evening, we head to Islamorada to watch the sunset accompanied by torches and live music. After this unforgettable experience, return to the hotel. Overnight stay. Note: During winter months, sunset may take place in Key West due to earlier sunset times.

After breakfast, transfer to Miami Airport for our domestic flight to Washington DC, the capital of the United States. Upon arrival, meeting with the vehicle waiting for us and transfer to the hotel. Here, we join the group arriving from Istanbul. As hotel rooms will not be available before 16:00, guests who wish may join the optional Washington DC Introductory Tour, organized by the guide, to explore the city efficiently. This tour lasts two days and offers a comprehensive overview of Washington DC. Our first stop is the Pentagon. Although entry is not permitted, we visit a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense, where we can see which wing was struck during the September 11 attacks. Our next stop is the Korean War Veterans Memorial, an important site also significant to Turkish history. We then continue to Arlington National Cemetery. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Free time for guests not participating in the tour. With participating guests, we begin exploring this magnificent city, rich in architecture, history, and culture, and serving as the federal capital of the United States. Washington DC, with its special status, is located along the Potomac River between Virginia and Maryland and hosts numerous government institutions. Places to be visited include the U.S. Capitol (home to the Senate and House of Representatives), the Library of Congress (the largest library in the world), Union Station, and the National Mall. We will see iconic symbols of Washington DC and the United States, including the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, perfectly aligned to offer views of three major landmarks simultaneously. Along the National Mall, we also see memorials dedicated to American soldiers who died or served in wars. Next stops include the World War II Memorial, symbolizing victory on land, sea, and air, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. We then visit the White House, the official residence of the U.S. President, where we will observe protestors and security measures. Before returning to the hotel, we visit M Street and Georgetown University. Along this vibrant avenue, guests can experience local life, enjoy shops, cafés, and restaurants, and see one of America’s most prestigious universities. Free time upon return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Early morning departure from the hotel and travel to New York. Arrival around noon and transfer to the hotel, where we join the group arriving from Turkey. As rooms will not be available before 16:00, guests may join the optional New York Introductory Tour, which lasts two days and provides an in-depth exploration of the city. Day One:We begin on Manhattan Island, the most important and popular area of New York City. Visits include Central Park, luxury residential buildings, Museum Mile, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Columbus Circle, Trump Hotel, The Plaza Hotel, the iconic Apple Store, Trump Tower, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, the New York Public Library, Flatiron Building, Madison Square Park, Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village, and New York University. Continuing through SoHo, we reach the Civic Center and Financial District, passing Wall Street and the World Trade Center area. Following the Hudson River, we return to the city center to see Times Square, where LED screens illuminate the night like daylight. After the tour, return to the hotel, room allocation, a short rest, and then a walk or metro ride to Central Park for a pleasant stroll, followed by a short stop at the Apple Store. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Free time for guests not participating in the tour. With participating guests, we enjoy the New York Icons Tour. We travel by metro to Battery Park, located at the southern tip of Manhattan. After completing ticket and entry procedures, we take a ferry to Liberty Island. During the ferry ride, enjoy magnificent views of Manhattan and photograph the Statue of Liberty. Upon arrival, we tour the island, listen to the story of the statue and immigrants, and enjoy free time to visit the museum or have coffee.(The program may be modified according to weather conditions and ferry availability.) Returning to Battery Park, we walk through the Financial District, seeing Wall Street, the Charging Bull statue, the Stock Exchange Building, the 9/11 Memorial, the Freedom Tower, and the Oculus structure. We then take the metro to DUMBO to photograph the Brooklyn Bridge and continue to the Empire State Building. Guests may optionally visit the observation deck (approx. USD 52-65). Depending on availability, the guide may suggest One Vanderbilt. Free time for shopping, dinner, and coffee. Overnight stay.

Free time in the morning. Guests who wish may join the optional Hidden Legends of New York Tour. The tour begins at dawn in Chinatown, continues to Little Italy, SoHo, West Village (including Carrie Bradshaw’s house), Chelsea Market, High Line, Hudson Yards (Vessel), Bryant Park, and concludes at the magnificent Grand Central Terminal, famous for its celestial ceiling and cinematic history. Return to the hotel and overnight stay.

Transfer to New York Airport and domestic flight to Los Angeles (approx. 5.5 hours). Upon arrival, meeting with our private vehicle and transfer to the hotel. As rooms will be available after 15:00, guests may relax in the lobby or join the optional Los Angeles & Santa Monica Tour. Visits include Hollywood Boulevard, Dolby Theatre, Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, views of the Hollywood Sign, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Downtown Los Angeles, and Olvera Street. Optional evening visit to Santa Monica. Overnight stay.

Free time in the morning. Optional San Diego Tour, including La Jolla, Old Town, Seaport Village, USS Midway (exterior visit), Unconditional Surrender Statue, and Coronado Island. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.Note: USS Midway visit is exterior only.

Free time in the morning. Optional Universal Studios Tour, visiting film studios and theme park attractions. Free time after the tour. Overnight stay.

Departure from the hotel to Las Vegas, Nevada. En route, if there is sufficient participation, visit Calico Ghost Town. After an approximately 4.5-hour journey, arrival and transfer to the hotel. Rooms available after 16:00. Optional Las Vegas Combination Tour, including the Las Vegas Strip, shopping malls, The Sphere, and Fremont Street Experience. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Free time. Optional Grand Canyon Tour, visiting Eagle Point and Guano Point, with breathtaking views and encounters with the Hualapai Native Americans. Optional Helicopter Tour - USD 350: descent to the Colorado River and boat ride. In the evening, walk along the Las Vegas Strip and optional attendance at world-famous shows. Overnight stay.Note: During summer, the tour starts earlier due to high temperatures.

Transfer to Las Vegas Airport and domestic flight to San Francisco. Meeting with the guide and transfer to the hotel. Rooms available after 15:00. Optional San Francisco Introductory Tour, including Civic Center, Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Twin Peaks, Haight-Ashbury, Palace of Fine Arts, and Lombard Street. Overnight stay.

Free time. Optional Muir Woods National Park & San Francisco Premium Outlets Tour. Return to the hotel and overnight stay.

Check-out in the morning and free time until flight departure. Optional Sausalito - Alcatraz (by boat) - Fisherman’s Wharf - Cable Car - Union Square Tour. Transfer to San Francisco Airport and departure to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK080 at 18:45. Overnight on board.

Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 18:15 local time. End of the tour. Daily programs may be modified in day and time, while maintaining the same content, according to the guide’s recommendation and operational convenience. Services Included Services Not Included