Visit
Greece and Turkey via Athens, Delphi, Gallipoli and Istanbul. Discover the
natural beauty and ancient wonders of the Mediterranean on this exciting tour.
Duration: 17 days
Start/Finish City: Turkey to Athens
Service Level: Premium
Physical Grading: 2
Travel Style: Comfort
Trip Type: Small Group
Itinerary
Begin your glorious adventure to Turkey and
Greece!
Hotel infoUpon arrival you will be met and transferred
to your hotel. Welcome briefing will be held.
Hotel info (1 nights)
Enjoy a full day tour including a visit to Topkapi Palace
Museum, residence of the Ottoman Sultans between 1453–1852 (excluding harem).
Visit the Hippodrome, which was once the center of life where chariot racing
and other public events took place. Tour the Blue Mosque built between 1609 and
1616, famous for its blue ceramic tiles. Your last stop will be the famous
Grand Bazaar, the world’s largest and oldest covered market with over 60
streets. Join an optional dinner with belly dancing entertainment. [B]
Hotel infoIn the morning depart for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove,
Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, then across the Dardanelles to Canakkale
for the night. [B]
Hotel infoToday we visit Troy with its famous wooden horse, tour
ancient Medical Center Asclepion in Pergamum, and continue on to Kusadasi for
the night. [B,]
Hotel infoTour the famous ruins of Ephesus and St. Mary’s
cottage. In the afternoon take an
optional tour of Sardis or Sirince. [B,]
Hotel info (1 nights)
Drive through fertile valleys to Pamukkale, home of the
famous white lime cascades, visit Hierapolis, and enjoy the thermal pools of
your hotel. [B,]
Hotel infoThis morning we head south, to the resort city of
Marmaris. The afternoon is free for you
to enjoy at leisure. [B,]
Hotel info (1 nights)
This morning transfer to the port for hydrofoil trip to
Rhodes, Greece. Arrive and transfer to hotel for overnight. [B]
Hotel infoSpend the day at leisure.
Perhaps you can visit Old Rhodes or take an optional tour to Lindos. [B]
Hotel infoTransfer to the airport for a flight to Santorini.
Arrival and transfer to your hotel for overnight. [B]
Hotel infoA free day to visit one of the many villages of
Santorini, perched on top of the volcano, or enjoy a sun-soaked afternoon on the beach. [B]
Hotel infoTransfer to the pier for a hydrofoil or ferry ride to
Mykonos. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the nightlife of Mykonos.
[B]
Hotel infoExplore the many beaches of Mykonos and absorb the
ambiance of this Cycladic Island during this day at leisure. [B]
Hotel infoMorning is free. Board on a ferry to Athens. Arrive and
transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an Optional: dinner with folklore dancing or
visit the quaint Plaka area. [B]
Hotel infoTour Athens’ famed Acropolis with its breathtaking view
and renowned Parthenon, followed by a visit to the Acropolis Museum. On your
own, explore the Plaka with its open-air taverns and traditional shops. [B]
Hotel infoTransfer to the airport for your flight home with a heart
full of memories! [B]