Best of Turkey and Greece Tour

Best of Turkey and Greece Tour

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Best of Turkey and Greece Tour

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

Visiting: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Laodicea, Ephesus, Athens, Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora

Tour operator:

Fez Travel

Tour code:

BOTG

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 20

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

8-99

Tour operated in:

English
From: $3394

NB: Prices correct on 12-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey and Greece with the "Best of Turkey and Greece Tour." This cultural and historical adventure begins in the vibrant city of Istanbul, where you'll explore iconic sites like the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the bustling Hippodrome. Cruise the Bosphorus before flying to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, visiting the Goreme Open Air Museum and the underground city of Kaymakli. Continue to the ancient wonders of Pamukkale, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis. In Greece, discover Athens' rich heritage with visits to the Acropolis and Parthenon, and explore the ancient sites of Mycenae, Olympia, and Delphi. Conclude your journey with the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. With professional guides, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transportation, this tour offers an immersive experience of two captivating countries.

Highlights

  • Istanbul - Old City - UNESCO Heritage site

  • Goreme - Open Air Museum (Dark Church)

  • Cappadocia - Kaymakli - Underground City

  • Pamukkale - Calcium Travertines - UNESCO Heritage site

  • Ephesus - UNESCO Heritage site

  • Athens - Acropolis - UNESCO Heritage site

  • Meteora - Hilltop Monasteries - UNESCO Heritage site

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Istanbul

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Location: Istanbul

Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)

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

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Location: Istanbul

Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)

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

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Location: Istanbul

Accommodation Name: Gamirasu Hotel (Boutique Cave)

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

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Location: Cappadocia

Accommodation Name: Gamirasu Hotel (Boutique Cave)

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

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Location: Konya

Accommodation Name: Spark Hotel Konya (4 star)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Leaving Cappadocia we head south, towards Konya, along the ancient Silk Road, visiting Sultanhani Caravansary, just as the ancient traders did. Once in Konya we tour the Mevlana Museum, the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi and Alaeddin Mosque.

Day 6 : Pamukkale, Hierapolis

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Location: Pamukkale

Accommodation Name: Adem Pira Hotel (4 star)

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

Accommodation Name: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)

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

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Location: Ephesus

Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o (4 star)

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

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o (4 star)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you are free to explore Athens at your own pace.

Day 10 : Athens

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Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o (4 star)

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: Nafplion

Accommodation Name: Hotel Europa (4 star)

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

Accommodation Name: Amalia Hotel Delphi (4 star)

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

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Location: Delphi

Accommodation Name: Grand Meteora Hotel (4 star)

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

Accommodation Name: Athenaeum Grand Hotel / The Golden Age o (4 star)

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

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Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends.

What's Included

  • 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.

  • Transportation

    Transportation is provided in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.

  • Tips

    Tips are included except for the driver and guide.

  • Bosphorus Cruise

    Enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise as part of the tour.

  • Domestic flight and transfers

    Domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia and transfers are included.

  • Entrance fees

    Entrance fees to various sites are included in the tour.

What's Not Included

  • Optional activities

    Suggested optional activities are not included in the tour.

  • Tips for Driver and Guide

    Tips for the driver and guide are not included.

  • International flight and transfers

    International flight between Izmir and Athens and transfers are not included.

  • Greece Hotel Residence Tax

    Greece Hotel Residence Tax is not included; see tour notes for more details.

  • 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

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.

  • Is there a guided tour included in the package?

    Yes, a professional English-speaking tour guide is provided for the duration of the tour.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?

    Yes, entrance fees are included in the tour package.

  • Is there a cruise included in the tour itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes a Bosphorus Cruise.

  • Are flights between destinations included in the tour?

    The tour includes a domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia and transfers. However, the international flight between Izmir and Athens and transfers is not included.

  • What meals are provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 14 breakfasts and 8 dinners.

  • What is the accommodation like during the tour?

    The tour includes stays at various 4-star hotels and boutique accommodations, such as the Port Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul and the Gamirasu Hotel in Cappadocia.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    No, compulsory travel insurance is not included in the tour package.

  • 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.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Fez Travel has been in operation since 1997.

  • 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.

Reviews of this operator

Ania Afz (Google Reviewer)  

Fez Magic Carpet Travel with...

08-Aug-2024

Fez Magic Carpet Travel with Mr. Goku Pamir was an amazing experience. He was professional, knowledgeable and understanding. Our group was able to add some places, thanks to him arranging it for us and adding a boat and House of Mother Mary for us. We even saw mulana Rumi's place and learned about Sufi dance , which is the best. He surprised our group with 4D theatre at the library of Celsius and showed us original Carpet, Silk, and Leather makers. Overall, it was a wonderful experience because he stopped at the best food places for breaks frequently and even gave us a small keychain as a reminder gift or souvenir besides the gifts Fez gives us. Fez travels offers wifi and charging ports in their bus which is a life saver. Hotels and places visited were all beautiful and I recommend visiting Turkeye with Mr. Goksu Pamir. Thanks.

shahid siddiqui (Google Reviewer)  

I gathered wonderful memories of...

15-Jul-2023

I gathered wonderful memories of Turkey. Fez Travel Turkey with an intelligent, knowledgeable guide Göksu Parmir made this possible. Excellent transport, Excellent places of stay, excellent selection of Restaurants starting from Istanbul to Cappidocia with a perfect humble driver Mr Saifi. Guide plays a very important role. Guide Göksu had a wonderful Knowledge of place and it's history.

Jan Runnalls (Google Reviewer)  

Did a 13 day tour...

19-Oct-2024

Did a 13 day tour of Turkey with 3 days onboard a Gulet in October 2024. What an amazing experience ! Our guide Fa was amazing ! I don’t think I’ve ever met a guide to beat him !! He was so knowledgeable, so friendly, and so helpful ! He organised so many little extras. He found a laundry for us, helped buy stamps and post postcards, organised a trip to a pharmacy and then read the medicine boxes for us. He organised a WhatsApp group so we could share photos and information. Our driver Han supported all these extra trips and activities including the pharmacies !! Brilliant !! Highly recommend Fez Travel and I hope you are lucky enough to have Fa and Han for your tour !!

Theresa Martinovich (Google Reviewer)  

Just completed the Magic Carpet...

09-Sep-2023

Just completed the Magic Carpet Tour of 11 days with Fez. The accomodation, food and driver were excellent. Our guide Tamer was like a walking encyclopedia of knowkedge and was extremely kind and caring to all members of the group, responding to our every whim and wish. The accomodation far, far exceeded our expectations. We loved every minute.

Al Reid (Google Reviewer)  

Our guide Can was brilliant....

14-Sep-2024

Our guide Can was brilliant. Very well organised. He was Turkish so knew so much information and tips. We were always in the right place at the right time and avoided crowds all the time. Our driver Cengiz was also fantastic, very safe and careful.

Amrita V (Google Reviewer)  

I did a Turkey Highlights...

09-Jan-2023

I did a Turkey Highlights 10 day tour in Sept 2021. It was absolutely amazing. Our tour guide— Chagmn. He was extremely knowledgeable and well-read. Fez travel organized everything extremely well and food was simply amazing. It was a great experience to learn the history and see it alive in Turkey. Highly recommend the tour to everyone. Here are a few photos of the highlights of the trip. Must do things include: Epephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Hagia Sophia

Michael Oon (Google Reviewer)  

Fez Travel has organised for...

05-May-2018

Fez Travel has organised for us one of the best tours that we had. Together with our guide – Serdar Ozkan, we travelled some 3,300km around Turkey following the itinerary. As a private group, we could alter the programme. Serdar could feel the mood of the group and altered the schedule appropriately but more importantly, took us to where the best food available. This arrangement together with the excellent driving of the long distances, the suitable accommodation and interesting sites made this trip of a life time. One aim was to see the Tulips in Istanbul. The date of 13th April was suggested. Had we arrived earlier, the tulips would not have been in bloom. When we returned to Istanbul on the 20th, the tulips had withered. This is an example of their recommendations. For us, what was promised was delivered with a smile. Thank you Fez Travel.

Laurel Siokos (Google Reviewer)  

Recently we completed a 17...

22-May-2024

Recently we completed a 17 day tour with Fez and then a separate private tour Fez organised and personalised to our needs. We found the whole experience smooth and professionally planned. We had wonderful guides beginning with Fatih Carsi, who we found to be extremely knowledgeable, with deep insight on the significance and history of each site visited. We travelled in a small group which made our experience all that more personal. As we were doing an extended tour we left our group and travelled on with Zeynup, who also was extremely knowledgeable,warm and engaging.Our driver Metin was kind and personable. Zeynup went to great lengths and was very patient assisting us with a difficult hotel management and staff in a particular location. The next leg of our journey we were shown around by another wonderful guide Fatma, a bright and enthusiastic local, who proudly showcased Cappadocia to us. We met with Birhat in Van ,another local guide who was easy to connect with on a personal level and between him and Sal, our entertaining driver we experienced a beautiful region of Turkey together. Nothing was too much trouble, from frequent photo stops to impromptu roadside snowball fights.Lots of fun was had along the way. Halil and Hakan, our driver took over for the next stage of our experience. This team were consumate professionals and a pleasure to spend time with. Halil was not only informative but was an exceptional communicator on many levels. We will remain friends with Halil and do our best to connect again in person on our next adventure. Last but definitely not least was Korkut, Mr. Go the Extra Mile. Korkut made the closing stage of our Fez Turkish tour unforgettable,going well beyond the call of duty making sure we will never forget the sights we saw our our amazing adventure in this wonderful country. Truly the world largest open air museum ,but more than that people who will forever remain Our Heart.

Dee Carty (Google Reviewer)  

We took Colours of Tyrkey...

22-Dec-2023

We took Colours of Tyrkey tour in May22. There was no problem contacting Canan Kararrsian prior to the tour but we had no feedback or response to the long email we sent outlining our difficulties and grievances. There were problems every step of the way. The letter we sent is too long to attach here but issues like being called at 4am for an internal flight arriving 4 hrs before departure. No luggage allowance booked. Coach with only 2 of us on board constantly under repair for days and eventually broke down on the way to the airport...............and so on. We would not have felt so aggrieved if we had a response to our complaint. We are seasoned travellers and are tolerant of hic- ups. We have never made a complaint before. Booking my current trip has prompted my review.

Jane S (Google Reviewer)  

I wouldn’t recommend this company....

09-Oct-2024

I wouldn’t recommend this company. The tour guide was poor at explaining sites, he also was aggressive with some of the people on the tour. Scam company - if you didn’t pay for the hidden extras then you’d have a tour of being driven around to pushy sales companies to try and get you to buy things. Food places were gross at times, often gas stations (there were other options around too) but clearly commission based. Don’t use this company

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  • Low Deposit

    Fez Travel requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of fez travel charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.