Wonders of Turkey & Greece

Combine the very best of Turkey and Greece on a 16 day adventure

Explore the Ottoman and Byzantine sites of Istanbul and delve into the scenery and rich historic legacy of the country. Marvel at Turkey's beautiful coastline, and treasured icons, and experience legendary Turkish hospitality. See the ancient city of Ephesus, where you can see some of Turkey's finest ancient ruins. On this epic Greece tour package, explore the landmarks of archaeological sites of ancient Athens, including the temples of the Acropolis. Relax and gaze upon the pristine white-sand beaches of the beautiful islands of Mykonos and Santorini

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16 Days from $4999/person CAD

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Guided

Island Hopping

Premium

Romantic

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Primary Location

Turkey & Greece, Europe

Departures

2023 departures: April 6, 27, May 11, 25, June 8, 29, July 13, 27, August 17, 31, September 14, 28 & October 12, 26

Included:

First Class hotels with private facilities
Meals are indicated on itineraries by B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner
Licensed guides throughout Turkey
Private air-conditioned transportation
Luggage handling
Local taxes and service charges
Arrival/departure transfers: only on arrival and departure days (arrivals to Istanbul Airport)
Hydrofoil ticket fromö Santorini to Mykonos and Mykonos to Piraeus
Athens city tour
Topkapi Palace and St. Sophia Basilica
Grand Bazaar, the world’s largest and oldest covered market
Anzac Cove at Gallipoli
Ancient city of Troy
Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary
Famous Greek Islands: Rhodes, Santorini and Mykonos
Acropolis with its breathtaking view of Athens
Parthenon in Athens
Lunch with locals

Not Included:

Flight from Rhodes to Santorini
Pre or post-stay transfers are not included
International or domestic airfare
Gratuities to guides and drivers
Travel insurance
Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included

Pricing Details

From price is CAD per person, based on double occupancy, and for travel in low season
The final price will vary and is also based on the month of travel
Prices are subject to change
Fully-Escorted Tour with a maximum of 34 passengers and an average of 25 to 30 passengers
Children less than five years of age and unaccompanied minors under the age of 18 cannot be accepted on these tours

Optional Extras:

Due to a variety of airlines, flight rates are subject to change regularly according to demand throughout the year. Please consult us to get up-to-date flight rates from Rhodes to Santorini
Pre and Post Accommodation
All optional excursions per the itinerary are subject to change and are based on availability
Optional excursions can be booked with the Tour Escort

Travel Privately

You can request to book this tour privately, travelling only with people you know.

Itinerary

DAY 1: WELCOME TO ISTANBUL

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. A welcome briefing will be held.

Accommodation at the Conrad, Istanbul, or similar

DAY 2: ISTANBUL

Enjoy a full-day tour including a visit to the Topkapi Palace Museum, the residence of the Ottoman Sultans between 1453–1852 (excluding the 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. Next see St. Sophia, a church built in the 6th-century Byzantine capital, converted to a mosque by the Ottomans, and now a museum and one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders.

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. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Conrad, Istanbul, or similar

DAY 3: GALLIPOLI > DARDANELLES > CANAKKALE

In the morning, drive to Tekirdağ city and visit Barbare Vineyard. We’ll be informed about winemaking, tour the vineyard and taste some wines. Then depart for Gallipoli, the site of many battles during WWI. Visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, and Chunuk Bair, then overnight near Gallipoli. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Hotel Kolin, Canakkale, or similar

DAY 4: TROY > PERGAMUM > IZMIR

Cross the Dardanelles to Canakkale and visit Troy with its famous wooden horse, best known for being the setting of the Trojan War and many cities built on top of each other. Before arriving in Asclepion, enjoy lunch with locals in a traditional local village. Then continue to Pergamum to visit the ancient Medical Center in Asclepion and continue to İzmir overnight. Meals: B, L

Accommodation at the Swissotel Grand Efes, İzmir, or similar

DAY 5: EPHESUS & ST. MARY’S HOUSE > IZMIR

Tour the famous ruins of Ephesus, an important cultural center of the ancient world, and explore 2,000-year-old marble streets, a theater, the Library of Celsius, a gymnasium, and Hadrian’s Temple. Take a short drive to see St. Mary’s stone cottage where it is believed Virgin Mary spent her last years accompanied by St. John. Continue to a regional rug production center to have a firsthand experience of this unique art form. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Swissotel Grand Efes, İzmir, or similar

DAY 6: IZMIR > BODRUM

After breakfast drive to Bodrum to visit the castle of St.Peter and the renowned Underwater Museum that was awarded the best Underwater Museum in the World in the 2000s. Overnight in Bodrum. Meals: B

Accommodation at Ramada Resort, Bodrum, or similar

DAY 7: BODRUM > MARMARIS

After breakfast, depart for Marmaris. Overnight in Marmaris. Meals: B, D

Accommodation at the Elite World Hotel, Marmaris, or similar

DAY 8: MARMARIS > RHODES

Morning transfer to the port for hydrofoil trip to Rhodes, Greece. Arrive and transfer to hotel for overnight. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Mediterranean Hotel, Rhodes, or similar

DAY 9: RHODES

A day of leisure; you may visit Old Rhodes or take an optional tour to Lindos. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Mediterranean Hotel, Rhodes, or similar

DAY 10: RHODES > SANTORINI

Transfer to the airport for a flight to Santorini (not included). Arrival and transfer to your hotel overnight. Meals: B

Accommodation at the El Greco Hotel & Resort, Santorini, or similar

DAY 11: SANTORINI

A 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. Meals: B

Accommodation at the El Greco Hotel & Resort, Santorini, or similar

DAY 12: SANTORINI > MYKONOS

Transfer to the pier for a hydrofoil or ferry ride to Mykonos. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the nightlife of Mykonos. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Petasos Beach Hotel, Mykonos, or similar

DAY 13: MYKONOS

Explore the many beaches of Mykonos and absorb the ambiance of this Cycladic Island during this day at leisure. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Petasos Beach Hotel, Mykonos, or similar

DAY 14: MYKONOS > ATHENS

Morning is free. Board a ferry to Athens. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an Optional: dinner with folklore dancing or visit the quaint Plaka area. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Electra Palace, Athens, or similar

DAY 15: ATHENS

Tour 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. Meals: B

Accommodation at the Electra Palace, Athens, or similar

DAY 16: ATHENS DEPARTURE

Today a representative escorts you to the airport for the flight home. Meals: B