Flavours of Turkey and Greece -II-

Flavours of Turkey and Greece -II-

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Flavours of Turkey and Greece -II-

9 Days Starting in Istanbul, Turkey and ending in Athens, Greece

Visiting: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Izmir, Athens

Tour operator:

ESKAPAS

Tour code:

730148

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

8 - 16

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

6-80

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2090

NB: Prices correct on 13-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey and Greece with the "Flavours of Turkey and Greece -II-" tour. Begin in Istanbul, exploring the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire with visits to Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. Experience the vibrant culture of the city with a stroll through Sogukcesme Street and shopping in the Grand Bazaar. Fly to Cappadocia to marvel at its unique rock formations and the frescoed interiors of Goreme's cave churches. Continue to the ancient city of Ephesus and the enchanting coastal town of Kusadasi. Conclude your adventure in Athens, the cradle of civilization, with a visit to the Acropolis and a delightful cruise to the Saronic Islands. This cultural tour offers a perfect blend of history, nature, and local flavors, with comfortable accommodations and guided excursions included.

Highlights

  • Starting from Istanbul, explore the imperial city with Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia.

  • Fly to Cappadocia to witness unique rock formations and visit the Goreme Open Air Museum.

  • Visit the ancient city of Ephesus and walk along its 2,000-year-old marble streets.

  • Explore Kusadasi, a charming coastal town on Turkey's western coast.

  • Enjoy a boat trip along the Bosphorus, admiring the beautiful European and Asian shores of Istanbul.

  • Discover the frescoed interiors of Goreme's cave churches and the volcanic formations in Cappadocia.

  • Fly to Athens and explore the Acropolis, a symbol of democracy in the Western world.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Istanbul Arrival

Location: Istanbul

Accommodation Name: Istanbul Yigitalp Hotel or similar

Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel  and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore.

Overnight: Istanbul Meals: N/A

Day 2 : Istanbul

Location: Istanbul

Accommodation Name: Istanbul Yigitalp Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, stroll through Sogukcesme Street with typical wooden house which are now landmark buildings of ottoman architecture. Arrive to Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section as well as  terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn.  Photo stop at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd  and explore Saint Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the VIth century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles and continue with the Roman Hippodrome where the char races used to take place. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinth tunnels of the Grand Bazaar.

Meals: Breakfast - Lunch  Overnight. : Istanbul

Day 3 : Istanbul - Cappadocia

Location: Istanbul

Accommodation Name: Dinler Hotel or similar

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**)

In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight (included) to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 : Cappadocia (B-L-D)

Location: Cappadocia

Accommodation Name: Dinler Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region : explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme's cave churches, which date from the 8th century, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the red valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations and a brief photo stop at Uchisar. Dinner and overnight.

(Optional early morning Hotair Balloon Tour : flight to admire the breathtaking moonlike landscape of Cappadocia over the Fairy Chimneys, orchards and vineyards)

Day 5 : Cappadocia / Kusadasi (B)

Location: Kusadasi

Accommodation Name: Neopol Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to airport for your onward flight (included) to Izmir. Upon arrival, continue to Kusadasi and overnight . Overnight: Kuşadası Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 : Kusadasi / Ephesus / Kusadasi (B-L-D)

Location: Ephesus

Accommodation Name: Neopol Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore the antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. In the afternoon, visit the home of the Virgin Mary and a photo stop nearby the Temple of Artemis where only a column remains to indicate where one of the Seven Wonders of the World was. Dinner and overnight.

Day 7 : Kusadasi - Izmir - Athens

Location: Izmir

Accommodation Name: Central Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast free time at leisure until your flight to Athens. Upon arrival to Athens transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 : Athens

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Central Hotel or similar

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast we will meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. 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

Overnight. Athens Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 : Athens Departure

Location: 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: - Meals: Breakfast

Possibility to add Greek Islands extension or Mainland Tour Extension. Please consut us during your booking.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    8 Nights accommodation including 2 nights in Istanbul, 2 nights in Cappadocia, 2 nights in Kusadasi, and 2 nights in Athens.

  • Flights

    Domestic and in-between flights are included, covering routes such as Istanbul to Nevsehir or Kayseri, Kayseri to Izmir, and Izmir to Athens or via Istanbul.

  • Guides

    English speaking guides during visits are included.

  • Meals

    Meals include 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.

  • Transfers

    All transfers as per itinerary are included.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees to the museums and sites mentioned in the program are included.

What's Not Included

  • International Flights

    Before and after flights are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses are not included.

  • Tips

    Customary tips to your drivers, guides, and escorts are not included.

  • Hotel Tax

    Athens stayover hotel tax (2 to 3 € per night per person) is to be paid directly to the hotel.

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

Travel seamlessly with included domestic and in-between flights from Istanbul to Nevsehir or Kayseri, Kayseri to Izmir, and Izmir to Athens or via Istanbul. All transfers as per itinerary are provided, ensuring a smooth journey throughout your tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights of comfortable accommodation, including 2 nights at Istanbul's Yigitalp Hotel or similar 4-star, 2 nights at Cappadocia's Dinler Hotel or similar 4-star with an optional cave hotel upgrade, 2 nights at Kusadasi's Neopol Hotel or similar 4-star, and 2 nights at Athens Central Hotel or similar 3-star.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation in 4-star hotels in Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Kusadasi, and a 3-star hotel in Athens. There is also an option to upgrade to a cave hotel in Cappadocia.

  • Are flights included in the tour package?

    Yes, domestic and in-between flights are included in the tour package. This includes flights from Istanbul to Nevsehir or Kayseri, Kayseri to Izmir, and Izmir to Athens or via Istanbul.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?

    Yes, entrance fees to the museums and sites mentioned in the program are included.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, English-speaking guides are included during the visits.

  • What is the policy on tips and personal expenses?

    Customary tips to drivers, guides, and escorts, as well as personal expenses, are not included in the tour package.

  • Is there any additional tax to be aware of during the stay in Athens?

    Yes, there is an Athens stayover hotel tax that needs to be paid directly to the hotel, which is 2 to 3 Euros per night per person.

  • What should I know about passport requirements for this trip?

    A copy of the passport ID page is required for each traveler to issue flight, cruise, or ferry tickets. It is advisable to have a photocopy of your passport's information page for security reasons.

  • 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".

  • 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.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul

  • 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

  • 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

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes you can.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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