Arrival airport transfer on day 1 & departure airport transfer on day 16Relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
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Services of licensed guides throughout Turkey2 Hydrofoil tickets from Santorini to Mykonos
& Mykonos to Piraeus port, AthensAthens & Istanbul City ToursLocal taxes and service chargesLuggage handling
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Experience a 16 day tour from Istanbul to Athens, blending iconic cities, ancient sites and idyllic islands. Begin in Istanbul with its grand mosques and bustling bazaars before travelling through historic landmarks and classical ruins in western Turkey. Pause at the gleaming terraces of Pamukkale and the turquoise coast of Marmaris, then cross the Aegean to Greece. Wander the medieval streets of Rhodes, admire the dramatic cliffs of Santorini and embrace the vibrant spirit of Mykonos, before finishing in Athens among its timeless classical treasures.
day 1Arrival in Istanbul
Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check in. In the evening, we gather for a welcome briefing and orientation, giving you the chance to meet your fellow travellers.
OverNight
Istanbul
day 2Exploring Istanbul
day 3Journey to Canakkale
day 4Canakkale to Izmir
day 5Izmir at Leisure
day 6Izmir to Pamukkale
day 7Pamukkale to Marmaris
day 8Hydrofoil Trip to Rhodes, Greece
day 9Rhodes at Leisure
day 10Flight to Santorini
day 11Santorini at Leisure
day 12Hydrofoil Trip to Mykonos
day 13Mykonos at Leisure
day 14Mykonos at Leisure & Ferry to Athens
day 15Exploring Athens
day 16Departure from Athens
16 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
22 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Istanbul, Turkey
Athens, Greece
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