Best of Turkey and Greece Tour
Best of Turkey and Greece Tour
$3191
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey and Greece with the "Best of Turkey and Greece Tour." This cultural adventure begins in Istanbul, where you'll explore iconic sites like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. Cruise the Bosphorus before flying to Cappadocia to discover its unique landscapes and underground cities. Continue to Pamukkale's stunning travertines and the ancient city of Ephesus. Cross into Greece, where Athens awaits with its historic Acropolis and vibrant city life. Travel through the Corinth Canal to Mycenae and Nafplion, then visit the birthplace of the Olympics in Olympia. Conclude your journey with the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and seamless travel, with expert guides enhancing your experience at every step. This tour promises a rich tapestry of history, culture, and stunning landscapes. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel
Welcome to Istanbul. You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore Istanbul.
Day 2 : Istanbul Old City
Location: Istanbul, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, Hagia Irene, Istanbul, Blue Mosque, Istanbul, St Sophia Museum, Istanbul, Hippodrome, Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour the exotic city that spans both Europe and Asia visiting the Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) , Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum and the Hippodrome.
Day 3 : Istanbul Bosphorous Cruise
Location: Istanbul, Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Gamirasu Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with a 1 hour Bosphorus cruise by public ferry where your guide will explain the historical sites along the way. This afternoon there is a flight to Cappadocia, upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free time to explore.
Day 4 : Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Location: Cappadocia, Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, Fairy Chimneys, Underground City
Accommodation Name: Gamirasu Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city. Photo opportunities are everywhere so have your cameras ready! Tonight, don't miss the optional Turkish folklore evening featuring folklore and belly dancers... a night you won't forget!
Day 5 : Sultanhani Caravansary, Konya
Location: Konya, Mevlana Museum, Konya, Çatalhöyük Museum
Accommodation Name: Spark Hotel Konya
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We will visit the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi, the great 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet, whose teachings continue to inspire people worldwide. Inside the Mevlana Museum, we will explore his beautifully adorned tomb, ancient manuscripts, and exhibits on the Whirling Dervishes and their spiritual traditions.Continuing our journey along the legendary Silk Road, we will visit the Çatalhöyük Museum, which brings to life the fascinating history of one of the world’s oldest and most advanced Neolithic settlements.
Day 6 : Pamukkale, Hierapolis
Location: Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Temple of Apollo, Necropolis
Accommodation Name: Adem Pira Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we head for Pamukkale and it's calcium travertines. Visit the ruins of Hierapolis, the Temple of Apollo, Necropolis, and stroll over the magnificent white calcium terraces of Pamukkale.
Day 7 : Laodicea, Kusadasi
Location: Laodicea, Kusadasi
Accommodation Name: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we will explore Laodicea ancient city which was the chief city of the Lycus River Valley region. The full name of the city was Laodicea ad Lyceum (Laodicea on the Lycus). The city was originally known as Diospolis ("the City of Zeus"). The Greek deity considered to be the greatest of the Olympian gods. This afternoon we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods.
Day 8 : Ephesus, Athens
Location: Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Izmir, Athens
Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o
Meals Included: Breakfast
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand what determines their value. After the Ephesus tour, you will drive to Izmir Airport for a flight to Athens. On arrival in Athens, our transfer will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to your hotel.
Day 9 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you are free to explore Athens at your own pace.
Day 10 : Athens
Location: Athens
Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o
Meals Included: Breakfast
Athens city tour starts from the Panathenaic Stadium, where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896. Continue and pass by the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian's Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit, the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally "the harmony between material and spirit", the monument that "puts order in the mind", the Parthenon.
Day 11 : Athens, Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Nafplion
Location: Athens, Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Nafplion
Accommodation Name: Hotel Europa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You depart early in the morning and cross the Corinth Canal. Next stop will be a visit at the famous Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the home of Mythical Agamemnon, the Cyclopean walls, the Lions gate and the royal tombs. Depart for Nafplion, the first capital of Greece in Argolis, the picturesque town nestling at the foot of a cliff crowned by the mighty ramparts of the Palamidi Fortress.
Day 12 : Olympia, Delphi
Location: Olympia, Delphi
Accommodation Name: Amalia Hotel Delphi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Early departure for Olympia, the birth place of the Olympic Games. Visit the archeological site of Ancient Olympia, Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus, the Ancient Stadium and the Archaeological Museum, with the impressive statue of Hermes of Praxiteles. In the afternoon the journey continues to the north, over the Rio-Antirio Bridge, and to Delphi.
Day 13 : Delphi, Kalambaka
Location: Delphi, Kalambaka
Accommodation Name: Grand Meteora Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit at Delphi, a place that was once characterized as the center of the ancient world. You can see the well preserved remains of Temple Apollo, the Castalian Spring and Temple of Athena, the Oracle of Delphi. Afterwards, you will proceed to the small picturesque city of Kalambaka, passing through beautiful villages and cities of Central Greece, all built according to the traditional local architecture.
Day 14 : Meteora, Athens
Location: Meteora, Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae, Athens
Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we will visit Meteora. Meteora has unique rock formations, rising high, stand ageless Christian Monasteries among striking scenery, perched on top of huge rocks which seem to be suspended in mid-air. It is truly fascinating to visit the interior part of them, but also enjoy the amazing views. Return to Athens via Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae with a short stop to see across the road Leonida's Monument. Arrival in Athens early in the evening.
Day 15 : Athens
Location: Athens
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends.
What's Included
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Meals
14 breakfasts, 0lunches, 8dinners -
Professional English-speaking tour guide
A professional English-speaking tour guide will accompany you for the duration of the tour.
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Transportation
Transportation is provided in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
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Tips
Tips are included except for the driver and guide.
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Bosphorus Cruise
Enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise as part of the tour.
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Domestic flight and transfers
Domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia and transfers are included.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees to various sites are included in the tour.
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Transport Description
Travel in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle with domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia, and an international flight from Izmir to Athens, ensuring a comfortable and seamless journey across Turkey and Greece.
What's Not Included
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Optional activities
Suggested optional activities are not included in the tour.
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Tips for Driver and Guide
Tips for the driver and guide are not included.
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International flight and transfers
International flight between Izmir and Athens and transfers are not included.
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Greece Hotel Residence Tax
Greece Hotel Residence Tax is not included.
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Compulsory Travel Insurance
Compulsory travel insurance is not included in the tour.
Meals
14 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 8 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle with domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia, and an international flight from Izmir to Athens, ensuring a comfortable and seamless journey across Turkey and Greece.
Accommodation
Stay in a variety of accommodations including the Port Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul, Gamirasu Hotel in Cappadocia, and Athenaeum Grand Hotel in Athens, all offering comfort and style with boutique and 4-star options throughout the tour.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle. There are also domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia, and an international flight from Izmir to Athens.
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Are entrance fees to the sites included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees to various sites are included in the tour.
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Is there a professional guide available during the tour?
Yes, a professional English-speaking tour guide will accompany you for the duration of the tour.
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What kind of accommodations can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in a variety of accommodations including the Port Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul, Gamirasu Hotel in Cappadocia, and Athenaeum Grand Hotel in Athens, offering comfort and style with boutique and 4-star options throughout the tour.
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Is the Bosphorus Cruise included in the tour?
Yes, a Bosphorus Cruise is included as part of the tour.
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Are tips included in the tour package?
Tips are included except for the driver and guide.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 14 breakfasts and 8 dinners.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, compulsory travel insurance is not included in the tour.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for our latest Covid-19 policies, however, we adhere to recommended health & safety guidelines on all our tours.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Fez Travel has been in operation since 1997.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please contact us as soon as possible and we will be able to let you know what is possible and any associated price changes.
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Low Deposit
Fez Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 43 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of fez travel charges.
Up to 43 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 13 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Best of Turkey and Greece Tour
15 Days Starting in Istanbul, Turkey and ending in Athens, Greece
Visiting: Istanbul, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, Hagia Irene, Istanbul, Blue Mosque, Istanbul, St Sophia Museum, Istanbul, Hippodrome, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, Fairy Chimneys, Underground City, Konya, Mevlana Museum, Konya, Çatalhöyük Museum, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Temple of Apollo, Necropolis, Laodicea, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Izmir, Athens, Corinth Canal, Mycenae, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Kalambaka, Meteora, Trikala, Lamia, Thermopylae ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BOTG
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
8-99
