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Glories of Turkey & Greece - 16 Days / 15 Nights
There can be few countries in the world that are so steeped in history as Turkey and Greece, and on this 16-day tour, you have the chance to discover the rich legacies of the past in this beautiful part of the world. Not only does Turkey offer stunning antiquities such as Troy, Pergamum and Ephesus along with the fascinating remnants of two great Empires, the Byzantine and the Ottoman, it will also dazzle you with spectacular scenery of mountains, fertile countryside, and coastal regions along the Aegean and the Mediterranean. From the exotic riches of Istanbul to carefree seaside resorts, Turkey never fails to impress its visitors. To add depth to this journey, your stay, first in the lovely Greek islands of Rhodes, Mykanos and Santorini and then in iconic Athens, gives you a taste of its lively culture, its delightful people as well as its ancient heritage that formed the basis of Western culture. This is a journey for the ages. |
Departures
Departure Dates:
Apr. 7, 14, 28; May. 5, 12, 19, 26; Jun. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug. 4, 11,18, 25; Sep. 1,8,15, 22, 29; Oct. 6,13, 20, 27; 2016
Itinerary
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Day 1 Thu: Istanbul – Arrival
Arrival and transfer to hotel. Welcome briefing. Overnight at Radisson Blu Sisli Hotel or similar (2 nights)
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Hotel, Sisli
Day 2 Fri: Istanbul
Full day tour to include: Topkapi Palace (excluding harem), Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, St. Sophia and the Grand Covered Bazaar. Optional: Dinner with belly dancing entertainment.
Included Meals: B
Day 3 Sat: Gallipoli – Dardanelles – Canakkale
Morning departure for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, then across the Dardanelles to Canakkale for overnight at Kolin Hotel or similar.
Accommodation: Kolin Hotel
Included Meals: BD
Day 4 Sun: Troy – Pergamum – Izmir
Today we visit Troy with its famous wooden horse. Before arriving into 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 Izmir for overnight at Swiss Hotel or similar (2 nights)
Accommodation: Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
Included Meals: BLD
Day 5 Mon: Ephesus & St. Mary’s House – Izmir
Tour the famous ruins of Ephesus and St. Mary’s cottage. Optional: Dinner at local restaurant.
Included Meals: B
Day 6 Tue: Izmir – Pamukkale
Drive through fertile valleys to Pamukkale (white lime cascades) visit Hierapolis and enjoy the thermal pools of our hotel. Overnight at Colossae Thermal Hotel or similar.
Accommodation: Thermal Colossae
Included Meals: BD
Day 7 Wed: Hierapolis – Marmaris
Morning transfer to south, to the resort city of Marmaris, afternoon is free. Overnight at Anemon Hotel, Marmaris or similar.
Accommodation: Anemon Marmaris Hotel
Included Meals: BD
Day 8 Thu: Marmaris – Rhodes
Morning transfer to port for hydrofoil trip to Rhodes, Greece. Arrive and transfer to hotel for overnight at Mediterranean Hotel, Rhodes or similar.
Accommodation: Hotel Mediterranean
Included Meals: B
Day 9 Fri: Rhodes
A day of leisure; you may visit Old Rhodes or take an optional tour to Lindos.
Included Meals: B
Day 10 Sat: Rhodes – Santorini
Transfer to the airport for a flight to Santorini. Arrival and transfer to your hotel for overnight at El Greco, Santorini or similar (2 nights).
Accommodation: El Greco
Included Meals: B
Day 11 Sun: 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.
Included Meals: B
Day 12 Mon: 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. Overnight at Petasos Beach Hotel, Mykonos or similar (2 nights)
Accommodation: Petasos Beach
Included Meals: B
Day 13 Tue: Mykonos
Explore the many beaches of Mykonos and absorb the ambiance of this Cycladic Island during this day at leisure.
Included Meals: B
Day 14 Wed: Mykonos – Athens
Morning 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. Overnight at Herodion Hotel, Athens or similar (2 nights)
Accommodation: Herodion Hotel
Included Meals: B
Day 15 Thu: 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.
Included Meals: B
Day 16 Fri: Athens – Return
A representative escorts you to the airport for the flight home.
Included Meals: B
Dates & Pricing
| Start in Istanbul on: | Per Person Sharing Twin (from) |
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Departures
Departure Dates:
Apr. 7, 14, 28; May. 5, 12, 19, 26; Jun. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug. 4, 11,18, 25; Sep. 1,8,15, 22, 29; Oct. 6,13, 20, 27; 2016
Accommodations
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sisli |
Herodion Hotel |
Hotel Mediterranean |
El Greco |
Petasos Beach |
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir |
Kolin Hotel |
Thermal Colossae |
Anemon Marmaris Hotel |
Included- Meet and greet on arrival |
Not Included- Flight from Rhodes to Santorini |
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