Day 1 – Istanbul – New York

Meeting at Istanbul Airport at 04:00. Following passport control, check-in and customs procedures, departure to New York, one of the most important cities in the United States, with Turkish Airlines flight TK003 at 06:45. After an approximately 10-hour flight, arrival in New York at 10:45. Upon arrival, meeting with our guide at the airport and transfer to our hotel by private vehicle. As hotel rooms cannot be checked in before 15:00, guests who wish may participate in the optional New York City Introduction Tour organized by our guide. During this two-day tour, you will explore New York extensively.

On the first day;
We begin our tour by arriving at Manhattan Island, the most popular and important area of New York City. We will see Central Park, the most expensive apartment buildings of New York, Museum Mile, the Metropolitan Museum, Columbus Circle, Trump Hotel, The Plaza Hotel, the iconic Apple Store, Trump Tower, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, New York Public Library, Flatiron Building, Madison Square Park, Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village, and New York University. In the later part of the tour, passing through SoHo, we reach the Civic Center and financial district. We will pass through Wall Street, the center of the financial world, and the World Trade Center area. Proceeding along the Hudson River, we return to the city center and see Times Square, where LED billboards turn night into day. At the end of the tour, we return to our hotel. After room allocation, a short rest break is followed by a walk or metro ride to Central Park. After a pleasant walk in the park and a short break at the Apple Store, we return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – New York

Free time for guests not joining the tour. Guests joining the tour will participate in the New York Icons Tour. First, we travel by metro to Battery Park, located at the southern tip of Manhattan, a circular building where historical cannons used for New York’s defense were placed. While seeing the war memorials in the park, we complete ticket and entrance procedures and take a ferry to Liberty Island, home to the Statue of Liberty. During the ferry ride, we take photos of the Statue of Liberty with a magnificent Manhattan view. Upon arrival, we tour the island, listen to the story of the statue and immigrants, and during free time provided by the guide, visit the museum or enjoy coffee. (The program may change depending on weather conditions and ferry queues.) We return to Battery Park by ferry. After seeing the monument where New York’s founding story begins, a pleasant walking route awaits us. We visit the Financial District, Wall Street, the Charging Bull Statue, the Stock Exchange Building, the 9/11 Memorial, the new World Trade Center Tower (Freedom Tower), and the Oculus structure, then travel by metro to the Dumbo area. After taking photos with the Brooklyn Bridge view and listening to its story, we go to the Empire State Building. Guests who wish may go up to view Manhattan from above (tickets approximately USD 52–65). Depending on availability, the guide may direct guests to One Vanderbilt. Afterward, free time for shopping, dinner, and coffee. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 – New York

Free time in the morning. Guests who wish may join the optional “Hidden Legends of New York” tour. The tour begins in the early morning hours in the lively streets of Chinatown. A short walk takes you to Little Italy, where espresso and fresh bread aromas fill the air. During the exploration, you may feel as if you are reliving scenes from The Godfather. We continue with a walk through SoHo, known for its cast-iron buildings and cobblestone streets, where modern luxury meets historical architecture. The day continues at Carrie Bradshaw’s house from Sex and the City and Perry Street in West Village, a perfect photo stop. Lunch at Chelsea Market, formerly the Oreo factory, followed by a walk along the High Line, witnessing the architecture of Manhattan’s West Side and Hudson River views. The adventure continues at Vessel in Hudson Yards. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful moment at Bryant Park. As evening lights illuminate the city, we visit Grand Central Terminal, famous for its celestial ceiling and iconic architecture. Return to the hotel and overnight stay.

Day 4 – New York – Los Angeles

Transfer to New York Airport in the morning. After an approximately 5.5-hour domestic flight, arrival in Los Angeles. Transfer to the hotel by private vehicle. As rooms will be available after 15:00, guests may rest in the lobby or join the optional Los Angeles & Santa Monica Tour. Visit Hollywood Boulevard, Dolby Theater, Chinese Theater, Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign photo stop, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Wilshire Hotel, and Downtown Los Angeles including Olvera Street. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and free time. Optional Santa Monica evening tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 – Los Angeles

Free time in the morning. Optional San Diego Tour. Visit La Jolla, Old Town, Seaport Village, Midway Aircraft Carrier (photo stop only), Unconditional Surrender Statue, Coronado Island, and Hotel Del Coronado. Return to the hotel and overnight stay.
Note: Midway Aircraft Carrier visit is external photo stop only.

Day 6 – Los Angeles

Free time in the morning. Optional Universal Studios Tour. Visit one of the world’s largest theme parks and film studios. After the tour, free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 – Los Angeles – Las Vegas

Departure to Las Vegas. Stop at Calico Ghost Town if group participation allows. After approximately 4.5 hours, arrival in Las Vegas and hotel transfer. Rooms available after 16:00. Optional Las Vegas Combo Tours including Strip, Mall, The Sphere, Downtown, and Fremont Street Experience. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 8 – Las Vegas

Free time in the morning. Optional Grand Canyon Tour. Visit Eagle Point and Guano Point. Optional Helicopter Tour USD 350. Evening Strip walk and optional shows. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 – Las Vegas

Free time. Optional Premium Outlet Tour. Return to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 10 – Las Vegas – Los Angeles – Istanbul

Departure at 11:00 to Los Angeles Airport. Flight to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines TK10 at 18:25.

Day 11 – Istanbul

Arrival in Istanbul at 18:25 local time. End of tour.

INCLUDED SERVICES

• International flights with Turkish Airlines
  • Domestic flight New York – Los Angeles
  • Airport taxes and flight insurance
  • Hotel accommodations as specified
  • Resort fees and city taxes
  • Transfers
  • Turkish-speaking professional guide

EXCLUDED SERVICES

• International departure tax
  • Breakfasts not specified
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional tours
  • Domestic baggage fees

CANCELLATION CONDITIONS

1. If the consumer cancels participation up to 30 days prior to the start of the tour (excluding the departure day), the full amount paid (excluding airline tickets) will be refunded. However, visa service fees for international travel are non-refundable. U.S. domestic flight tickets are non-refundable. For some tours, international and U.S. domestic airline tickets (departure/return from Türkiye) may be issued once the tour departure is confirmed; cancellation penalties will be evaluated according to airline regulations.
2. If the consumer requests cancellation or modification between 29 and 15 days prior to the start of the tour, 50% of the tour price (excluding airline tickets) will be forfeited. U.S. domestic flight tickets are non-refundable. Penalties for international tickets will be evaluated according to airline regulations.
3. If the consumer requests cancellation or modification between 14 and 8 days prior to the start of the tour, 80% of the total tour price will be forfeited.
4. If the consumer requests cancellation or modification 7 days or less prior to the start of the tour, the total tour price will be forfeited and no refund will be made.
5. Amerikaturum reserves the right to partially or fully cancel announced or registered tours up to 20 days prior to departure due to insufficient participation or if deemed necessary. In such cases, the consumer is entitled to a full refund.
6. In the event of contract termination, refunds will be made in the same currency as the original payment, in accordance with the Turkish Commercial Code. If payment was made in TRY, the same TRY amount will be refunded; if paid in USD, the same USD amount will be refunded. Guests who do not wish to be affected by possible increases in the USD exchange rate are advised to make payments in USD.