Summer Vacation Grand USA Tour 8N/9D

Day 1: SAN FRANCISCO

Meeting at Istanbul New Airport International Terminal at 04:15 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter. After check-in and passport procedures, we depart for San Francisco on flight TK289 at 07:20. After an approximately 13-hour 30-minute flight, we arrive at 10:45 local time.

We begin our city tour by visiting Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. Then we take a boat to the world-famous Alcatraz Prison, located on a small island in San Francisco Bay. Known historically as “a prison from which escape was almost impossible,” this landmark is one of America’s most striking symbols. Our guide will provide information on the prison’s history and legendary escape stories.

Next, we visit one of the liveliest spots along the waterfront, where you can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, watch street performers, and see the famous sea lions.

We stop briefly at Lombard Street, known as the “most crooked street in the world,” for photos. Its colorful flowers and unique scenery make it unforgettable.

We continue to Chinatown, one of the most vibrant representations of Asian culture in America. With its narrow streets adorned with colorful lanterns, traditional Chinese architecture, and unique shops, this area highlights the city’s cultural diversity.

Next, we move to Union Square, the heart of shopping and city life.

At the end of the day, we visit the Golden Gate Bridge viewpoint to capture photos of this iconic landmark. After dinner, we transfer to our hotel in San Francisco and check-in.

Day 2: SAN FRANCISCO

After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day by exploring San Francisco’s stunning views. First, we head to Twin Peaks, one of the best vantage points to capture panoramic views of the city and bay.

Next, we take a short walk in Golden Gate Park, enjoying the park’s natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.

We then stroll along Market Street, the city center’s vibrant main artery, observing San Francisco’s lively street life, important buildings, and squares.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in San Francisco to rest.

Day 3: LOS ANGELES

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Monterey. We take a scenic drive along the famous 17-Mile Drive, stopping for photos at landmarks such as Lone Cypress Tree, Spanish Bay, and Bird Rock.

In the afternoon, we visit Solvang, a charming Danish-style town, where we explore colorful buildings, traditional bakeries, and boutique shops.

By evening, we arrive in Los Angeles, have dinner, check-in at our hotel, and rest.

Day 4: LOS ANGELES

After breakfast, we start the day with a visit to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where you can see famous stars’ names and experience Hollywood’s unique atmosphere.

Next, we stop at Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, some of the world’s most luxurious shopping areas, for photos and to admire the city’s elegant and glamorous side.

We then continue to Santa Monica and Venice Beach, where you can enjoy a seaside walk, palm trees, and the lively beach atmosphere.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in Los Angeles.

Day 5: LOS ANGELES

After breakfast, we head to Coronado Island, enjoying the island’s unique coastal views and historic buildings.

We continue to Balboa Park, one of San Diego’s cultural and green areas, taking a short walk to explore its museums and natural beauty.

Next, we visit Old Town, experiencing traditional buildings, boutique shops, and historic squares.

We also tour the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier, a symbol of the U.S. Navy, to learn about historical and military experiences firsthand.

We return to Los Angeles, have dinner, check-in at our hotel, and rest.

Day 6: LOS ANGELES → WASHINGTON D.C.

After breakfast, we fly from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. Upon arrival, there is a short rest period to recover from travel.

In the evening, we begin a night tour of the capital’s iconic landmarks. First, we visit the Lincoln Memorial, followed by Washington Monument, stopping for photos and enjoying the illuminated city views. This unforgettable tour allows us to experience Washington D.C.’s historical and majestic atmosphere at night.

After the tour, we return to our hotel in Washington D.C. to rest.

Day 7: WASHINGTON D.C. → NEW YORK

After breakfast, we start the day by photographing the exterior of the White House. Next, we visit Capitol Hill, exploring the historical and architectural significance of America’s legislative center.

On the way, we stop at Christiana Mall for shopping and free time, enjoying duty-free shopping.

By the end of the day, we arrive in New York and visit the bustling and vibrant Times Square in the evening. After dinner, we check-in at our hotel in New York and rest.

Day 8: NEW YORK

After breakfast, we begin exploring New York’s iconic areas. First, we take a short walk in Central Park, enjoying the park’s peaceful atmosphere.

We then walk along the world-famous 5th Avenue, observing shopping and the heart of city life.

Next, we visit Summit One Vanderbilt – Top of The Roof, capturing breathtaking views of the New York skyline from above the skyscrapers.

We cross the Brooklyn Bridge and explore the DUMBO district, enjoying panoramic views from the bridge.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in New York to rest.

Day 9: NEW YORK

After breakfast, we continue exploring New York. We revisit Central Park for a relaxing walk, then walk along 5th Avenue to experience the city’s vibrant life.

We visit Summit One Vanderbilt – Top of The Roof again for breathtaking skyline photos and explore the Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO district.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in New York.

Day 10: NEW YORK → ISTANBUL

After completing luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK12 at 00:25. After an approximately 9-hour 50-minute flight, we arrive in Istanbul at 17:15 local time.

Day 2: SAN FRANCISCO

After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day by exploring San Francisco’s stunning views. First, we head to Twin Peaks, one of the best vantage points to capture panoramic views of the city and bay.

Next, we take a short walk in Golden Gate Park, enjoying the park’s natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.

We then stroll along Market Street, the city center’s vibrant main artery, observing San Francisco’s lively street life, important buildings, and squares.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in San Francisco to rest.

Day 3: LOS ANGELES

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Monterey. We take a scenic drive along the famous 17-Mile Drive, stopping for photos at landmarks such as Lone Cypress Tree, Spanish Bay, and Bird Rock.

In the afternoon, we visit Solvang, a charming Danish-style town, where we explore colorful buildings, traditional bakeries, and boutique shops.

By evening, we arrive in Los Angeles, have dinner, check-in at our hotel, and rest.

Day 4: LOS ANGELES

After breakfast, we start the day with a visit to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where you can see famous stars’ names and experience Hollywood’s unique atmosphere.

Next, we stop at Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, some of the world’s most luxurious shopping areas, for photos and to admire the city’s elegant and glamorous side.

We then continue to Santa Monica and Venice Beach, where you can enjoy a seaside walk, palm trees, and the lively beach atmosphere.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in Los Angeles.

Day 5: LOS ANGELES

After breakfast, we head to Coronado Island, enjoying the island’s unique coastal views and historic buildings.

We continue to Balboa Park, one of San Diego’s cultural and green areas, taking a short walk to explore its museums and natural beauty.

Next, we visit Old Town, experiencing traditional buildings, boutique shops, and historic squares.

We also tour the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier, a symbol of the U.S. Navy, to learn about historical and military experiences firsthand.

We return to Los Angeles, have dinner, check-in at our hotel, and rest.

Day 6: LOS ANGELES → WASHINGTON D.C.

After breakfast, we fly from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. Upon arrival, there is a short rest period to recover from travel.

In the evening, we begin a night tour of the capital’s iconic landmarks. First, we visit the Lincoln Memorial, followed by Washington Monument, stopping for photos and enjoying the illuminated city views. This unforgettable tour allows us to experience Washington D.C.’s historical and majestic atmosphere at night.

After the tour, we return to our hotel in Washington D.C. to rest.

Day 7: WASHINGTON D.C. → NEW YORK

After breakfast, we start the day by photographing the exterior of the White House. Next, we visit Capitol Hill, exploring the historical and architectural significance of America’s legislative center.

On the way, we stop at Christiana Mall for shopping and free time, enjoying duty-free shopping.

By the end of the day, we arrive in New York and visit the bustling and vibrant Times Square in the evening. After dinner, we check-in at our hotel in New York and rest.

Day 8: NEW YORK

After breakfast, we begin exploring New York’s iconic areas. First, we take a short walk in Central Park, enjoying the park’s peaceful atmosphere.

We then walk along the world-famous 5th Avenue, observing shopping and the heart of city life.

Next, we visit Summit One Vanderbilt – Top of The Roof, capturing breathtaking views of the New York skyline from above the skyscrapers.

We cross the Brooklyn Bridge and explore the DUMBO district, enjoying panoramic views from the bridge.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in New York to rest.

Day 9: NEW YORK

After breakfast, we continue exploring New York. We revisit Central Park for a relaxing walk, then walk along 5th Avenue to experience the city’s vibrant life.

We visit Summit One Vanderbilt – Top of The Roof again for breathtaking skyline photos and explore the Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO district.

After dinner, we return to our hotel in New York.

Day 10: NEW YORK → ISTANBUL

After completing luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK12 at 00:25. After an approximately 9-hour 50-minute flight, we arrive in Istanbul at 17:15 local time.