Emerald Princess With West Coast America, Mexico & Las Vegas 18.04.2027
EMERALD PRINCESS WEST COAST USA, MEXICO & LAS VEGAS 18.04.2027
DAY 01 ISTANBUL – LOS ANGELES, USA
Meeting at 05:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines International Terminal counter at Istanbul Airport. After check-in and passport procedures, we fly directly on TK 179 to Los Angeles, one of Turkish Airlines' longest routes, departing at 08:00. Arrival at 11:45 local time on the same day. Before transferring to our hotel with our private vehicle, we will conduct a city tour of Los Angeles. Our first stop in the second-largest city in the USA, known as the City of Angels, will be Hollywood Boulevard. After seeing the Walk of Fame and Kodak Theatre (Dolby Theater) that you may remember from movies, we will take photos of the famous Hollywood sign. Afterwards, we will pass through Sunset Boulevard and arrive in the Beverly Hills area. After visiting this stylish district home to many world-famous shops and having hosted numerous films, we will head to the downtown area of the city. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and complete check-in procedures. Tonight, we will stay at our hotel located in the city center.
DAY 02 LOS ANGELES, USA
Today, guests who wish can join the Universal Studios Tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity, which is the heart of the American film industry. During the tour, you will experience how many famous films are made and participate in many fun activities at Universal Studios, considered one of the world's most famous amusement parks. After the Universal Studios tour, we head to the Santa Monica area. Here, you can have your dinner at stylish cafes and restaurants. Tonight, we will stay at our hotel located in the city center.
DAY 03 LOS ANGELES, USA – CRUISE
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we will transfer to the Los Angeles Cruise Port at the scheduled time. Check-in procedures for the ship and settling into our cabins. Our ship will set sail at 15:00 this afternoon.
DAY 04 SANTA BARBARA
This morning, our ship will dock in Santa Barbara, a resort town located north of Los Angeles. After breakfast on board, guests who wish can join the Santa Barbara City Tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity. In our tour, after exploring the historic port area on foot, we will take a 1.5-hour ride on the city's famous nostalgic tram. Among the places to be seen during the tour are the Santa Barbara Courthouse, famous for its Spanish-style architecture, the Spanish Mission Building, and the Funk Zone neighborhood, which hosts many art galleries and restaurants. During free time, you can taste fresh California seafood at popular restaurants in the area and try local wines in tasting rooms along the world-famous Urban Wine Trail. After the tour, we return to the ship.
DAY 05 AT SEA
Our ship will be cruising along the Pacific Coast today. You can enjoy all the ship's activities throughout the day.
DAY 06 SAN FRANCISCO
This morning, our ship will dock in San Francisco, one of the most characteristic cities in the USA. The city, which began developing during the Gold Rush era, now houses approximately 7 million people in the bay area. After breakfast on board, guests who wish can join the San Francisco City Tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity. Our tour will begin early in the morning with a panoramic tour by car. Among the places we will see on this tour are Pier 39, Chinatown, Twin Peaks, Union Square, and the iconic red Golden Gate Bridge. After viewing the resort area of Sausalito and its beautiful houses, we will return to the port by boat. On our return journey by boat, we will also see the world-famous Alcatraz, which has been the subject of many films. Our ship will set anchor before dinner.
DAY 07 AT SEA
Our ship will be cruising along the Pacific Coast today. You can enjoy all the ship's activities throughout the day.
DAY 08 SAN DIEGO
This morning, our ship will dock in San Diego, considered one of the most beautiful cities in America. After breakfast on board, guests who wish can join the San Diego City Tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity. Our first stop on the tour will be La Jolla, famous for its Seal Beach and coastline. You will be able to take many photos of the luxury homes and seals here. Then, we move to Old Town, considered the birthplace of California. Here, you will experience an atmosphere reminiscent of Mexico. After the free time here, a very different experience awaits you. We will visit the Midway Aircraft Carrier, used as a museum. Here, you will get a close look at a real aircraft carrier and many real airplanes and helicopters inside it. After the tour, there is free time in the city center before returning to the ship.
DAY 09 ENSENADA, MEXICO
This morning, our ship will dock at 08:00 in the popular city of Ensenada, located on the Baja peninsula of Mexico. After breakfast on board, guests who wish can join the Ensenada City Tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity. Our first stop here will be the La Bufadora Sea Geysers. At La Bufadora, the largest natural sea geyser in North America, we will see water shooting up to approximately 30 meters high as waves crash and get trapped in a coastal cave. You can shop for local products at the market set up here. Afterwards, we will have free time in the city center. During our free time, you can visit the historic Bar Andaluz, where the famous Margarita cocktail is said to have been invented, and try local Mexican dishes. After the tour, we return to the ship.
DAY 10 LOS ANGELES – LAS VEGAS, USA
After breakfast on board in the morning, we will disembark from the ship. Afterwards, we will transfer to Los Angeles Airport with our waiting vehicle at the port. From there, we will fly to Las Vegas on a local airline around noon. After a one-hour flight, we will arrive at Las Vegas Airport in the afternoon. In Las Vegas, the city of nights, which is the most important tourist center of Nevada state and also hosts some of the world's largest hotels, we will take a panoramic tour including the famous Las Vegas Boulevard and its hotels. We will settle into our hotel and then have an orientation. In the evening, guests who wish can join the Sphere (Globe) tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity. The Sphere is a music and entertainment arena located east of the Las Vegas Strip. With LED screens surrounding the interior of the structure in high resolution and a state-of-the-art sound system, the Sphere, which cost $2.3 billion, is the most expensive entertainment venue built in Las Vegas. During our tour, you will experience a visual feast ranging from underwater to space and deserts, one of the wonders of the world. Overnight at our hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
DAY 11 LAS VEGAS
Today, guests who wish can join the Grand Canyon Tour, organized by our guides as an extra activity. Our tour, which starts early in the morning, takes us to the Grand Canyon, one of the world's most iconic points, via a journey of approximately 2 hours. Upon arrival, officials organizing helicopters will take us to the helicopters. As the 5-6 person helicopters descend towards the Colorado River at the very bottom of the Canyon, you will be mesmerized by the magnificent canyon views. After the photo break we take here, as the helicopters bring us back up, we witness magnificent views again. On the return, we board buses that will tour the surroundings. At our final point, Eagle Point, we have the opportunity to take magnificent photos of the Canyon right next to an 800-meter cliff. Here, we also have the chance to photograph Hualapai Native American tents. From here, we board the bus again and head to Guano Point. While enjoying meals prepared by the Hualapai Native Americans, we witness another magnificent view. After the meal, we set off by car towards Las Vegas. This evening, you can experience the world-famous shows of Las Vegas, walk on the Strip, and watch the shows at the hotels. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 12 LAS VEGAS – LOS ANGELES, USA
In the morning, we will check out of our hotel. Afterwards, we will transfer to Las Vegas Airport with our vehicle. After check-in and passport procedures, we will fly to Los Angeles on a local airline. Upon arrival, we will complete check-in procedures for our Turkish Airlines flight. Afterwards, we will fly to Istanbul Airport on flight TK 10 at 20:10. Overnight on the plane.
DAY 13 ISTANBUL
Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 19:15 local time. End of our tour.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND TERMS
Calculated on the total amount from the day of registration;
CANCELLATION TIME DEDUCTION
90 days prior: 15% per person
89 days ---------- 60 days: 30%
59 days ---------- 30 days: 50%
29 days ---------- 15 days: 70%
14 days ---------- 0 days: 100%
What's Included
- Flights with direct services between Istanbul Airport – Los Angeles – Istanbul Airport via Turkish Airlines scheduled flights
- 7-night, 8-day all-inclusive accommodation on the 5* Emerald Princess cruise ship
- Transfers between Airport – Hotel – Port
- 2-night accommodation in a 4* hotel in Los Angeles
- First Day Panoramic City Tour of Los Angeles
- Port & Airport taxes
- Onboard daytime animations, activities, and evening shows on the cruise ship
- 24-hour room service on the cruise ship (*some services are subject to additional charges)
- International Travel Health Insurance (surcharge applies for passengers over 70 years of age)
- Turkish-speaking guide service (provided when the group consists of 20 or more people)
- Round-trip flights between Los Angeles – Las Vegas via local airlines
- Round-trip transfers between Airport – Hotel
- 2-night accommodation in a 5* hotel in Las Vegas
- Panoramic City Tour of Las Vegas
- Turkish-speaking guide service
Not Included
- Crew service fee (collected on board)
- Additional tours organized by the ship or guide
- Personal expenses such as dry cleaning, beverages, and shopping
- Travel health insurance covering cancellations. (A 100% surcharge applies for ages 70 and above.)
- Exit tax
- Visa fees (An US visa is required for this tour. Visas are obtained through personal application.)
- ALL-INCLUSIVE SHIP CONCEPT!
- Guests who wish can convert their trip to an All-Inclusive concept with the Princess Premier package for a per-person nightly fee. Ask for details of the package which includes internet on board, crew service fees, all-day alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and free meals at themed restaurants!