Flavours of Turkey and Greece -I-
Flavours of Turkey and Greece -I-
$2175
Tour Overview
Flavours of Turkey and Greece is a ten-day program for history lovers. Starting from Iconic city Istanbul to south by following Aegean Cost: Gallipoli, Troy, Bergama, Kusadasi, Ephesus and Athens, the capital of modern GreeceEnjoy your fantastic trip. In this tour international flight between Turkey and Greece is included too. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul Arrival
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Istanbul Yiğitalp 4**** or similar
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel 4**** and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore.
Overnight: Istanbul Yiğitalp 4**** or similar Meals: N/A
Day 2 : Istanbul Classics
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you will enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar. (Topkapı Palace is closed on Thusday and Hagia Sophia on Mondays we will replace it with Cistern Basilica )
Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Day 3 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Walk along the Golden Horn, the estuary that divides the European part of Istanbul. Free time in the Egyptian Bazaar, a lively market full of aromas and bustle, whose streets give off all the flavor of the East. Then boat trip along the Bosphorus, which connects the Black Sea with the Marmara Sea. During the crossing you will be able to admire the beautiful European and Asian shores of Istanbul with its palaces, fortresses, beautiful wooden residences.
(**This excursion finishes in Taksim Square and Sultanahmet Square; no transfer back to hotels**)
Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight. Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 : Istanbul - Gallipoli Battlefields - Çanakkale
Location: Çanakkale
Accommodation Name: Çanakkale - 4**** Büyük Truva, Artur or Akol
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early pick-up from your hotel and breakfast on road. One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, is the objective of our day. We will visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels. Crossing the Dardanelles by ferry-boat and photo-stop at the wooden Trojan Horse used in the movie Troy
Overnight Çanakkale - 4**** Büyük Truva, Artur or Akol - Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 : Çanakkale - Troy- Bergama - Kuşadası
Location: Çanakkale
Accommodation Name: Carina, Hilton Double Tree or similar charming 4**** hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, step back in time as we visit Troy Antique City , home of the famous Trojan Horse and then tour the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum's Acropolis which has impressive temples and library made Pergamum a renowned cultural and political centre in its time.Continuation to Kuşadası.
Overnight Carina, Hilton Double Tree or similar charming 4**** hotel- Meals: Breakfast , lunch and dinner
Day 6 : Kuşadası - Ephesus - Izmir - Athens
Location: Ephesus
Accommodation Name: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Visiting Ephesus should be on every traveller’s itinerary because a walk through Ephesus is an incredible journey and a glimpse into life centuries ago. After more than 150 years of excavation, the city’s reclaimed and restored structures have made Ephesus Europe's most complete ancient city. a walk through Ephesus is an incredible journey and a glimpse into life centuries ago.You will visit ancient Agoras, Temples, Streets and Houses in almost perfect conditions. You will find one of the most grandiose surviving Roman theaters.
The Famous Celsius LibraryThe Temple of Artemis in Selçuk city which was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
At the end of the day transfer to Izmir International airport for a flight to Athens. Upon arrival to Athens airport meet and greet with our assistant to transfer you to your hotel in the city center area with minibus or taxi. Rest of the day is free.
Overnight Athens Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7 : Athens City Tour
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast
Detailed Itinerary:
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first Olympic Games of the modern era, where we will make a short stop. As we continue our trip, we will pass by the Prime Minister's residence (ex Royal Palace), guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy of Athens, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). One cannot take a tour of Athens without visiting the Acropolis, one of the world's most prominent sites and a symbol for democracy in the Western world! It is there that you will explore architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles. From the Propylaea, to the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and of course the Parthenon, a place where 'there is harmony between material and spirit', a the monument that 'restores order in the mind', as ancient Greeks used to say. Your last stop will be the modern Acropolis Museum, with nearly 4,000 exhibits of Hellenism housed inside.
Departure approximately at 08:45 - Return approximately at 13:30
Day 8 : Saronic Islands Cruise
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Pick up at 07.30 a.m. Transfer by motor coach from Athens center to Piraeus Port to embark on the cruise ship in order to start the full day cruise to the 3 beautiful Islands of Hydra-Poros-Aegina, which are nearby Athens (lunch on board is included). Return to Piraeus port at 7.15 p.m. and transfer back to your hotel in Athens.
Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast, Lunch on board
The cruise itinerary can be cancelled due to bad weather. In this case we will organize another land excursion.
Detailed Itinerary
Departure is at approximately 08.00 a.m. heading to the three beautiful islands of the Saronic Gulf. After departure, our guide and the hostesses will ask you to assemble in one of the main lounges of the ship to get acquainted and give you all the information concerning the ship, the program of the cruise and the islands. The order of the island visits may be changed with no prior notice.
Day 9 : Athens Departure
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will be met by our assistant at your hotel and transferred to the airport by our minibus or taxi driver for your departure flight.
Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
6 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfasts in Turkey and 3 nights in a 3-star hotel with breakfasts in Athens.
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Flights
Turkey to Greece international flight is included with a baggage allowance of 15 kg plus 8 kg cabin bag per person.
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Guide
An English speaking guide during visits.
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Meals
9 breakfasts and 6 lunches are included.
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Transport
All transfers per itinerary both in Turkey and Greece.
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Other
Entrance fees to the museum in Turkey and in Greece which are mentioned in the program, and local taxes in Turkey.
What's Not Included
- Before / After Flights
- Personal expenses
- Stayover city tax forAthens (*) to be paid directly to the hotels.
- Tips for the guides.
(*) ACCORDING TO THE NEW GREEK LAW
Instead of the hotel tax, Greece will apply a new climate crisis resilience tax in addition to the accommodation fee in hotels, per room and per night, with direct payment by the customer. The tax will be as follows, according to the category:
- From March 1 to October 31: 5*: 15.00 euros / 4*: 10.00 euros / 3*: 5.00 euros per room, per night.
Please Note
This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.
On the other hand It is always advisable that you get a photocopy taken of your passport’s information page, prior to your travel, for security reasons. This is particularly useful if the trip is international, and the person is far away from their home country. A photocopy of your passport makes passport renewal an easier process, especially in a situation where the passport was damaged, lost or stolen.
Mode of Transport
All transfers per itinerary are included, with an international flight from Turkey to Greece. Enjoy a boat trip along the Bosphorus in Istanbul and a full-day cruise to the Saronic Islands from Athens. Transfers to and from airports and ports are provided.
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfasts in Turkey, including stays at Yigitalp in Istanbul, Buyuk Truva in Gallipoli, and Neopol in Kusadasi. In Athens, relax for 3 nights in a 3-star tourist class hotel, such as Hotel Central or Hermes, with breakfast included.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 6 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfasts in Turkey, and 3 nights in a tourist class 3-star hotel with breakfasts in Athens.
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Are flights between Turkey and Greece included in the tour?
Yes, the international flight from Turkey to Greece is included in the tour package.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide will be present during the visits.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 9 breakfasts and 6 lunches.
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Are entrance fees to museums included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees to the museums in Turkey and Greece mentioned in the program are included.
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What happens if the Saronic Islands cruise is canceled due to bad weather?
If the cruise is canceled due to bad weather, an alternative land excursion will be organized.
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Is there a weight allowance for the included flight from Turkey to Greece?
Yes, the allowance is 15 kg for checked luggage and 8 kg for a cabin bag per person.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Flavours of Turkey and Greece -I-
9 Days Starting in Istanbul and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Istanbul, Çanakkale, Ephesus, Athens
Tour operator:
Tour code:
209240
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians