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Marvel at Istanbul’s splendid architectural heritage, pay
homage to the Anzacs and veterans of Gallipoli, clamour over the
ruins of ancient Troy, Pergamum and Ephesus, wine and dine in
the resort town of cosmopolitan Kusadasi, then live your Greek
island fantasy. Relax on the green oasis of Samos, encounter the
spectacular volcanic island of Santorini, lounge about the sun
drenched islands of Mykonos and Ios, and explore remains from
the golden age of Greece in Athens.
Day
1 Welcome to Istanbul
Welcome
to Istanbul where you will be transferred to your hotel located
in the heart of the old city, Sultanahmet. The remainder of the
day is yours free to explore. Overnight Istanbul 3*
Day 2 Istanbul old city
Tour the city that spans both Europe and Asiavisiting
the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Underground Cistern and the
Hippodrome. Welcome dinner tonight. Overnight Istanbul 3*.
Dinner.
Day 3 Gallipoli battlefields
Today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli
including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, the
Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the Kaba Tepe Gallipoli Museum.
Overnight Guzelyali 4*. Lunch and Dinner.
Day 4 Troy, Acropolis of Pergamum
Step back in time today as we visit Troy and its famed
Trojan Horse, followed by a tour of the magnificent acropolis of
Pergamum. Its impressive temples, library and medical facilities
made it a renowned cultural and political centre in its time.
Overnight Kusadasi 4*. Dinner.
Day 5 Ephesus, Kusadasi
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of
Ephesus. Walk down Marble Road towards the Celsus Library and
Grand Theatre. We also visit the Leather goods display. Turkey
produces some of the finest leather goods in the world and many
are made here before branding in Italy. Overnight Kusadasi 4*.
Dinner.
Day 6 Kusadasi, Samos
Leaving Turkey, we take a ferry to Samos and depending on ferry
schedules, we may head straight for Mykonos or spend a day
exploring lush-green Samos. Overnight Samos or Mykonos C class.
Day 7 Mykonos, Delos
Spend the day on the beach or take an optional day trip
to the neighboring island of Delos. This Mecca of Ancient Greece
is today an island wide, open-air museum. Overnight Mykonos C
class.
Day 8 Mykonos to Ios
Revitalize with an early morning swim and wander the
charming white-washed narrow alleyways of Mykonos Town.
Afternoon ferry to Ios. Overnight Ios C class.
Day 9 Ios
Sluggishly rise from your island induced sleep and head
for the famed beaches on Ios. Explore the picturesque old chora
or head for the beach. Overnight Ios C class.
Day 10 Ios to Santorini
Get the adrenaline pumping at Mylopotas beach with
optional water sports, before boarding the evening ferry for the
dramatic island of Santorini. Overnight Santorini C class.
Day 11 Santorini optional boat trip
Take an optional boat trip in the world’s biggest
volcanic crater above sea level. Visit the active volcano, swim
in the warm thermal waters and take a therapeutic mud bath.
Overnight Santorini C class.
Day 12 Santorini
Another free day to explore the Island’s capital,
Fira, or the archeological sites of Ancient Thira or Akrotiri.
Overnight Santorini C class.
Day 13 Santorini to Athens
Soak up the sun on the black sand beaches before we
board an afternoon ferry to the mainland. Overnight Athens C
class.
Day 14 Athens old city
After breakfast, we walk to all the sights of Greco-Roman
Athens. Stand in awe at the epic Temple of Zeus. See the first
Olympic Stadium, the Agora and the mother of all ruins, the
Acropolis. Overnight Athens C class.
Day 15 Athens
After breakfast, we say goodbye to those leaving and
continue on to the stunning highlights of mainland Greece.
Tour Includes
• Inbound
airport transfer to your hotel
• Transportation by ferries between the Greek islands and a
fully air-conditioned non-smoking bus in Turkey
• Transfers between ports and hotels in Greece
• Services of an English-speaking professional tour guide in
Turkey and an experienced tour leader in Greece
• Hotel accommodation with breakfast in share basis as per
itinerary
• 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
Tour does not
Include
• Entrance fees
to any sites
• Any visas or port taxes, tips
Please note:
We’ll do our
best to follow the itinerary, but they are subject to change
without notice due to Greek ferry timetables changes. We
recommend booking 2 weeks in advance of the departure date.
Add
On - Meteora
Athens to Athens - 4 days/3 nights.
Choose the "Meteora" add-on and from Athens
spend 4 days visiting the central Greece, a highlight being the
amazing monasteries perched upon rocky outcrops.
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