Glories of Turkey and Greece Tour
Overview
A delightfully charming tour where you will experience both sides of the Aegean, the jewel of the region. Sunday DepartureEscorted Experience
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Guaranteed Departures
- Fixed Dates
- Professional Guide Throughout
- Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
- First Class Hotels
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Evening welcome briefing and orientation.
Meal Plan: No Meal
Full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s iconic sites: Hagia Sophia: A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, originally a 6th-century church, later a mosque, and now functioning as a mosque again. - Hippodrome: Once the social and sporting centre of Constantinople. Blue Mosque: Famous for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and grand architecture. Optional entrance ticket: Visit Topkapi Palace Museum, the opulent residence of Ottoman sultans (Harem section excluded). Stroll through the vibrant Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets. Optional: Traditional Turkish dinner with belly dancing show.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Travel to the historic Gallipoli Peninsula, site of the WWI ANZAC campaign. Visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, and Chunuk Bair Memorial. Cross the Dardanelles Strait to Canakkale. Dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner
Explore the ancient city of Troy, famed for the legendary Trojan War and its wooden horse. Enjoy a traditional village lunch with local hosts. Continue to Pergamum, home to the ancient Asklepion, an early centre of medicine and healing. Dinner and overnight in Izmir.
Meal Plan: Breakfast lunch and Dinner
Optional full-day tour: Discover the spectacular ruins of Ephesus—marble streets, the Theatre, Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, and more. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a place of pilgrimage for Christians and Muslims alike. Stop at a regional carpet centre to observe traditional Turkish rug weaving. Dinner and overnight in Izmir.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner
Visit a leather fashion showroom, showcasing Turkish craftsmanship. Continue to Pamukkale, renowned for its white travertine terraces formed by thermal springs. Tour the ancient spa city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner
Morning drive to the coastal town of Marmaris. Picked up on the way and transferred to your hotel in Marmaris. Overnight in Marmaris.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Morning transfer to the port for a hydrofoil trip to Rhodes, Greece. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Full day at leisure. You may explore Old Rhodes or join an optional tour to Lindos.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Santorini. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Full day at leisure. Visit one of the many villages perched atop the volcanic cliffs or relax on the island’s sun-kissed beaches.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Transfer to the pier for a hydrofoil or ferry ride to Mykonos. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife of Mykonos.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Spend the day exploring the beautiful beaches of Mykonos and experiencing the unique Cycladic ambiance of the island.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon, aboard the ferry to Athens. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy an optional dinner with traditional Greek folklore dancing or visit the charming Plaka district.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Enjoy a guided tour of Athens’ iconic Acropolis, including the stunning Parthenon, followed by a visit to the Acropolis Museum. Spend the afternoon at your leisure exploring Plaka, with its cozy taverns and traditional shops.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Our representative will escort you to the airport for your return flight home.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Deluxe or Superior First Class hotels.
- Meals are indicated on itineraries by B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner.
- Licensed guides throughout Turkey.
- Private air-conditioned transportation.
- Small group departure limited to 22 Travelers.
- Luggage handling.
- Local taxes and service charges.
- Arrival/departure transfers: only on arrival and departure days (arrivals to Istanbul Airport). Pre or post stay transfers are not included.
- Hydrofoil ticket from Santorini to Mykonos and Mykonos to Piraeus.
- Athens city tour.
Exclusions
International / Domestic Airfare.
Optional trips.
Other meals, drinks, Customary tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Travel insurance.
Gratuities.
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers.
Travel and medical insurance.
Any items not mentioned as included.
Pre or post stay transfers are not included.
Notes
Hotels Used Or Similar
Deluxe hotels
Istanbul - Burdoch Autograph
Canakkale - Double Tree Hilton
Izmir - Kaya Thermal Hotels
Pamukkale - Adempira Spa & Thermal Hotel
Rhodes - Semiramis City
Santorini - El Greco
Mykonos - San Marco
Athens - Royal Olympic
Included Highlights
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar, world’s largest and oldest covered market
- Anzac Cove at Gallipoli
- Ancient city of Troy
- Optional visit Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary
- Famous Greek Islands: Rhodes, Santorini and Mykonos
- Acropolis with its breathtaking view in Athens
- Parthenon in Athens
- Lunch with locals
Rates for Pre and Post Tour Accommodation Including Transfers available on request.
