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11 Nights/12 Days • 5 Cities • 14 Places

Travel to Explore Greece and Turkey

Tour Code: C03
From Athens

Turkey, Greece and Greek islands are filled with endless enthusiasm vacation, 12 days travel to explore Greece and Turkey. Visit Santorini, Delphi, Athens, Istanbul and Cappadocia.

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Highlights

  • Old City Istanbul
  • Acropol of Athens
  • Delphi Ancient Site
  • Cappadocia
  • Santorini
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Travel to Explore Greece and Turkey
11 Nights/12 Days • 5 Cities • 14 Places

Travel to Explore Greece and Turkey

Tour Code: C03
From Athens

Turkey, Greece and Greek islands are filled with endless enthusiasm vacation, 12 days travel to explore Greece and Turkey. Visit Santorini, Delphi, Athens, Istanbul and Cappadocia.

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Itinerary

12 days Turkey and Greece package tour. Turkey and Greece package tour includes historical part of Istanbul, Acropol in Athens, Delphi ancient site, wonderful fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and popular island Santorini.

  • Starting Points: Greece/Athens
  • Day 1 Athens

    First day is your arrival into Athens International Airport, where you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel. Overnight in Athens.

  • Day 2 Athens: Acropol
    Acropol

    08:00 am depart on a half day morning tour of Athens which includes a visit to the Acropolis, its museum and the Parthenon. Also view the House of Parliament, Memorial to the Unknown Soldier, National Library, Evzones in their picturesque uniform, Presidential Palace, the Panatheanic Stadium (where the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896), Temple of the Olympian Zeus and Hadrian`s Arch. The afternoon is free to your own leisure for you to further explore Athens hidden secrets. (Optional afternoon tour to Cape Sounion to visit the Temple of Poseidon.) Overnight in Athens.

  • Day 3 Delphi

    08:00 am depart from Athens driving through the fertile plain of Boeotia, crossing the towns of Thebes connected with the tragedy of King Oedipus, Levadia & Arachova – Arachova is famous for its colorful rugs and beautifully made carpets. As we arrive at Delphi known to be the center of the Ancient world; the “Omphalos” (Navel) of the Earth; whose prestige extended far beyond the boundaries of the Hellenic world. On the slopes of Mt Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. You will also get to visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum containing such masterpieces of ancient Greek sculpture as the bronze Charioteer and the famous athlete Aghias. Return to Athens at 18:30. Overnight in Athens.

  • Day 4 Santorini

    Breakfast, check out and transfer to Piraeus Port for departure by morning ferry to Santorini. On arrival meet for transfer to hotel with rest of day at leisure. Overnight in Santorini. (Flights between Athens and Santorini are also available.)

  • Day 5 Santorini

    Free day at leisure to relax on one of the many different beaches of Santorini (gold, red or black sand) or explore the capital, Fira. Overnight in Santorini.

  • Day 6 Istanbul

    Flight to Istanbul via Athens. Overnight in Istanbul.

  • Day 7 Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi palace, Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet square, Blue mosque
    Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi palace, Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet square, Blue mosque

    08:00 am pick up from the reception and depart for the tour. Visiting, Haghia Sophia , Blue Mosque (Busy on Fridays), Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar (Closed on Sundays and at Feast days) and Topkapi Palace (Closed on Tuesdays). Tour ends around 4:00 pm. Return back to the hotel and overnight in Istanbul.

  • Day 8 Istanbul

    Free day at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

  • Day 9 Cappadocia: Goreme open air Museum, Uchisar, Devrent Valley
    Goreme open air Museum, Uchisar, Devrent Valley

    05:00 am pick up from the reception and transfer to the airport. You will fly into either Kayseri or Nevsehir. Arrival at the airport and depart for the tour. Visiting Devrent Valley, Monk`s valley (Pasabagi) where you will find the world renowned fairy chimneys. After lunch break continue on to the Goreme Open Air Museum where you will visit the numerous rock carved churches and monasteries. Tour will end with a visit to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Transfer back to the hotel around 5:00 pm. Overnight in Cappadocia.

  • Day 10 Cappadocia: Oz Konak underground city, Red Valley
    Oz Konak underground city, Red Valley

    09:30 am, depart from your hotel to visit Red valley, and explore the famous rock cut churches and walk 4 to 5 km through the Gulludere valley. Then visit Çavusvillage. This village is famous for the houses and churches of the Christian clergymen. After lunch drive to the Pigeon valley. In the afternoon visit Kaymakli underground city where early Christians lived in fear and faith. Transfer back to the hotel around 5:00 pm. Overnight in Cappadocia.

  • Day 11 Istanbul

    Pick up from your hotel 2 hours before your departure and transfer to the airport. Flight back to Istanbul (morning or afternoon). Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

  • Day 12 Istanbul

    Pick up 5 hours before your international flight and transfer to the airport. Have a safe trip back home!

  • End Points: Turkey/Istanbul

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Informations

  • What's Included

    • 11 nights hotel accommodation according to your selection as 3, 4 or 5 star.
    • Services of professionally licensed guides on local group tours.
    • Meals as B breakfasts, L lunch.
    • All domestic flights mentioned in the itinerary.
    • One way international flight from Santorini to Istanbul.
    • Transportation in a fully air conditioned, non smoking coaches on local tours and transfers.
    • English speaking guided tours mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Inbound and outbound airport transfers to/from your hotel.
    • All taxes, entrance & museum fees, baggage handling. (unless otherwise stated)

  • What's Excluded

    • Tips (optional).
    • International flights.
    • Visa (if needed).
    • Travel insurance.
    • Harem and Treasure room entrance fees in Topkapi Palace.
    • Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast).
    • Greece Stayover Tax to be paid directly to hotels per room per night: 3* hotels €1.5 / 4* Hotels €3 / 5* Hotels €4

  • Travel Tips

    What to bring: Camera, Hat, Comfortable Footwear, Soft Drinks, Sun Cream, Sun Glasses.

  • Note

    This program may contain some hard walking tracks which are not suitable for senior and disabled people.

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FAQs

  • How to meet my tour guide?

    Your tour guide/staff will be waiting at pick up points such as your hotels’ lobby/main gate, a specific point etc. according to timing which you were given before tour date.

  • Can I state the departure time for my tour?

    Of course! We also operate tours on private basis, so you can customize the departure time, if it is a private service.

  • Can I choose the sights to visit on my own?

    On private tours. You can choose the sights and museums along with all sort of criteria you like by your agent according to content of service.

  • How to buy museum tickets?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • Am I traveling with a group on the tour?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • How about the transportation?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • How do I pay?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • What is the language of group tours?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • What type of restaurants do you use?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • How to pay for my services?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • Am I traveling with a group?

    If the museum tickets are included in your tour, you do not need to buy it as extra. But if the museum ticket/s is/are not included in your tour, still no need to buy tickets in advance, during the tour your tour guide will help you to purchase them. Official tour guides have priority at museum ticket offices.

  • Are any Vaccinations Required For tourist entering Turkey?

    There are no vaccination requirements for any international traveller. The World Health Organization web site, www.who.org, provides vaccination certificate requirements by country, geographic distributions of potential health hazards to travellers.

  • Can We Choose our Hotels?

    Yes, you can. All you have to do is just letting us know what hotels you would like to stay in while your agent creates your itinerary.

  • Do I Have to Pay Full Amount To Book A Package Tours?

    No. You will need to pay %50 of the total amount of your package tour in order to complete your booking. You will be required to pay the rest of the amount 30 days before your arrival day in Turkey.

  • Do I need a Visa To Turkey?

    Citizens of most of countries must have a visa to enter Turkey. U.S. citizens may obtain a visa upon entry into Turkey or in prior to departure from one of the five Turkish Consulates in the United States. Please find your state in the Turkish Consulates Jurisdiction (https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en).

  • How Can I Travel in Turkey?

    By Plane Virtually every major city in Turkey has air service and Turkish Airlines offers nationwide services. Most flights connect through Istanbul or Ankara, both of which have domestic and international terminals. You can check Turkish Airlines.

  • How Should Visitors Dress in Turkey?

    Casual wear is appropriate for most tour excursions. Women wear pants or skirts, but when visiting mosques it is recommended that they cover their heads with a scarf and both sexes should not wear shorts out of respects for religious customs.

  • Is it Safe to Travel in Turkey?

    Turkey is one of the safest countries in the world in which to travel, and its crime rate is low in comparison to many Western European countries. Interpol ranked Turkey as the safest holiday destination in Europe for travelers. Naturally, we recommend.

  • Should I exchange money before I go to Turkey?

    The highly favourable exchange rate makes travel to Turkey extremely affordable. Most banks in the U.S. do not have Turkish Lira. However, Turkish currency is easily obtainable upon arrival in Turkey at any exchange office or bank.

  • What are the departure dates of your tours?

    There is no specific date! You can just pick-up your own dates to depart your package tour! In another word, our tours depart every day all year-round.

  • What is a Turkish bath (Hamam)?

    Communal baths were used in Roman and Byzantine times, but as the name Turkish Bath suggests, they played a significant role in Ottoman culture. At a time when the concept of cleanliness was not yet accepted in Europe.

  • Where can I find information on Festivals, Fairs and other Events in Turkey?

    There are more than 100 festivals in Turkey every year. In addition to the local festivals organized in almost every city of the country, international culture and art festivals are held in major cities including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya.

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