Istanbul to Athens - 14 days

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14 daysDuration

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28 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Istanbul, Turkey

Ends

Athens, Greece

Highlights

Istanbul - Marvel at the Old City, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Underground Cistern and Topkapi Palace

Gallipoli Peninsula - Explore ANZAC Cove and pay your respects at Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, trenches, and battlefields

Troy - Turn back time and examine the Trojan horse replica, ancient ruins and the Aegean Coast

Pergamum and Ephesus - Examine more historic Roman ruins and let your historical imagination run wild

Pamukkale - Admire the hot springs and take a dip in the famous thermal pools, then visit the Roman spa town of Hierapolis

Rhodes - Visit the largest of the Dodecanese Islands and admire medieval architecture like the Venetian Castle

Santorini - Take in the blue and white villages that make up this beautiful volcanic island in the Cyclades

Mykonos - Spend 2 days exploring the churches, beaches and nightlife on this picturesque Cyclades Island

Athens - Get to know the capital of Greece as you explore independently - we strongly recommend you visit the famous Acropolis!

Rhodes - Visit the largest of the Dodecanese Islands and admire medieval architecture like the Venetian Castle

Santorini - Take in the blue and white villages that make up this beautiful volcanic island in the Cyclades

Mykonos - Spend 2 days exploring the churches, beaches and nightlife on this picturesque Cyclades Island

Athens - Get to know the capital of Greece as you explore independently - we strongly recommend you visit the famous Acropolis!

Itinerary

From the minarets of Istanbul to the classical monuments of Athens, the "Istanbul to Athens - 14 days" tour is your gateway to the wonders of Turkey and Greece. This easy group journey, ideal for discerning travelers, weaves through the Gallipoli Peninsula, the mythic allure of Mykonos and Rhodes, and on to Athens’ iconic Acropolis. Dive into archaeological marvels, discover natural wonders, and enjoy the jewels of the Greek Islands—including Santorini’s famed sunsets. The unique highlight of this tour package is its seamless transcontinental route, offering a comprehensive, expertly guided experience across two ancient civilizations.

day 1 - Istanbul

Saturday. Welcome to Turkey, after arriving into Istanbul a transfer will be provided to our hotel. Istanbul is easy to get around on foot and there are plenty of restaurants and cafes dotted about the city. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore the city at your own pace.

OverNight:Istanbul

day 2 - The Old City

We explore the incredible old city of Istanbul today, steeped in fascinating history and from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled from. We’ll visit the stunning Blue Mosque, famed for its blue Iznik tiles. Continue to the Hippodrome, view the exterior of the Hagia Sophia (constructed as a Basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian), and Topkapi Palace.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Istanbul

day 3 - Gallipoli

Istanbul – Gallipoli. Departing Istanbul today we make our way to ANZAC Cove and the many memorials dotted across the WW1 battlefields. Our guided tour takes in sights including ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Bair Memorial and cemetery, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years. These trenches were only around 3 feet deep and provided vital cover for the Australian and New Zealand troops fighting the enemy.

We continue across the Dardenelles by ferry this afternoon before we reach our hotel.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Canakkale

day 4 - Troy and Kusadasi/Izmir

Gallipoli - Kusadasi/Izmir. Step back in time as we visit the legendary Roman ruins of Troy and Pergamum. We enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city of Troy, which dates back to 3000BC. We see the replica Trojan horse before we explore the ruins of Pergamum with it’s impressive temples, library and medical facilities. Visit a local carpet emporium en route to either Kusadasi or Izmir and understand how Turkey produces some of the finest carpets in the world.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Kusadasi or Izmir

day 5 - Ancient Ephesus

Today we explore ancient Ephesus, considered to be the best preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean. Highlighting the sophistication of Roman urban life, Ephesus boasts incredible excavated ruins including a Great Theatre, Curetes Way, the Temple of Serapis and the Library of Celsus. With a population numbering nearly 250,000 people it became the capital of Asia Minor and gained much of it's prosperity from commerce and pilgrims visiting the Temple of Artemis. We have time to explore the marble ruins and you may wish to stop by the ancient public toilets and public brothel amongst other points of interest.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Kusadasi or Izmir

day 6 - Pamukkale Terraces

Kusadasi/Izmir - Pammukale - Marmaris. Our drive today sees us meander through sweeping plains and cotton farms until we arrive at the ruins of Roman Hieropolis and the hot springs of Pamukkale. Pamukkale was formed when warm, calcium rich mineral water cascaded over the cliff edge, cooling and depositing in the process. Admire this surreal landscape created by frequent earthquakes. Marvel at the crystalline marble, quartzites and stalagtites, which shimmer in the sunlight. There will be time to paddle our feet as we walk the terraces or opt for a dip in the thermal baths before visiting a leather fashion house.

We continue to the ruined spa town of Hierapolis before we continue to Marmaris for our overnight spot.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Marmaris

day 7 - Rhodes

After breakfast, we transfer to Marmaris Port for a ferry to the Greek island of Rhodes, the largest of the Dodecanese group. Spend the rest of the day at leisure - perhaps visit Rhodes City and see the walls of a very well preserved Venetian castle. Built by the Knights of Saint John, it is one of the finest examples of medieval architecture.

This tour is semi independent in style from days 7 - 14, so from once you arrive in Rhodes until you depart from Athens you will not be escorted by a tour guide.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Rhodes

days 8-9 - Stunning Santorini

Rhodes - Santorini. This morning you'll transfer to the airport for a flight (via Athens) to Santorini. Spend the next two days at leisure on this beautiful island. Santorini, located in the Cyclades island group, is a dramatically striking volcanic island and is the only inhabited Caldera (volcano cauldron) in the world, with towns and villages perched on top of the massive cliffs of the caldera and beautiful black and red beaches. Renowned for it's beautiful sunsets and stunning blue and white villages, Santorini is a feast for the eyes. Santorinis infamous villages of Fira and Oia are a must visit, perched on the edge of the caldera and offering amazing views over the Aegean and the volcano.

Meals:2 Breakfast

OverNight:Santorini (2)

days 10-11 - Cosmopolitan Mykonos

Santorini - Mykonos. On day 10 you'll be transferred to the pier to catch the ferry to Mykonos. Enjoy the beautiful views from your ferry as you make your way through the turqoise waters of the Aegean sea. Upon arrival you'll have a transfer to take you to your hotel where you'll spend the next two days at leisure. Mykonos island is famous for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and exciting nightlife. The picturesque Cycladic capital is full of whitewashed houses and blue domed churches and the island boasts magnificent sandy beaches.

Meals:2 Breakfast

OverNight:Mykonos (2)

day 12 - Ancient Athens

Mykonos - Athens. Today you take the ferry to Athens, upon arrival we transfer to the hotel. Athens is the capital of Greece and took its name from the ancient goddess Athena. It is thought to have at least a 3000 year old recorded history which makes it one of the oldest cities in Europe.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Athens

day 13 - The Acropolis

Athens. We are free to independently explore the ancient capital today. Visit the legendary Acropolis and discover the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erectheion and of course the spectacular and iconic Parthenon. Other sights of interest include Constitution Square, Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896. You can also see Evzones (ceremonial guards) in their distinctive uniforms at the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier and the Presidential Palace.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Athens

day 14 - Athens

Friday - Athens. After breakfast, included transfer to Athens Airport for your onward journey.

Meals:1 Breakfast

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13 nights 4 star and special class hotels

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Breakfast daily and 4 hotel dinners

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One arrival transfer on day 1 and one departure transfer on day 14 included per bookingAll relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles (days 1-6)

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Escorted by an English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide (days 1-6)Please Note: This tour is semi independent days 7 - 14 (you will not be escorted by a tour guide)

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Guided sightseeing - Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ruins of Ephesus, Pergamum, Pamukkale and Roman HierapolisRhodes to Santorini - One way economy flightMarmaris to Rhodes and Santorini - Athens ferry tickets.

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