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Athens, Greek Islands & Turkey - 14 days

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Tour Overview

SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: Explore the best of Greece and Turkey on this 14-day journey from Athens to Istanbul, blending ancient wonders, island beauty and cultural treasures. Begin with Athens’ iconic Acropolis before cruising to Mykonos, Patmos, Crete and Santorini, where whitewashed villages meet shimmering seas. Then fly to Ankara and continue through Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, the travertine terraces of Pamukkale, and the ruins of Ephesus and Troy. Pay tribute at Gallipoli before ending in vibrant Istanbul, exploring Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.

Start

Athens

End

Istanbul

Destination

Istanbul

Days

14

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 6 - Max 24

Min Age

6

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Trip Code: ATISTU

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Athens – Explore the Acropolis and marvel at ancient landmarks like the Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum

  • Mykonos – Wander through the iconic Old Town with its whitewashed alleys and waterfront windmills

  • Santorini – Admire the caldera views and white-and-blue architecture of Fira and Oia

  • Istanbul – Step inside Topkapi Palace and uncover the grandeur of Ottoman history

  • Cappadocia – Discover the Göreme Open-Air Museum and its rock-cut churches

  • Pergamon – Explore the ruins of the Asclepion, one of the ancient world’s earliest healing centres

  • Ephesus – Walk through ancient Roman streets and visit the Library of Celsus and Temple of Hadrian

  • Gallipoli – Reflect at ANZAC Cove and visit key WWI memorials and battlefield sites

  • Pamukkale – Stroll along the striking white travertine terraces of the Cotton Castle

  • Troy – Uncover the ruins of the legendary city from Homer’s Iliad

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

11 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 8 dinners
10 nights in 3-5 star hotels
3 nights on an ocean cruise in inside cabins
Services of English-speaking tour guides for included sightseeing - please note that depending on the make-up of the group, guiding may be bilingual, in another language as well as English
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 & departure airport transfer on day 14
Transportation in air-conditioned bus or minivan, plane & cruise ship
Port Taxes and Cruise gratuities
Entrance fees to the museums as per itinerary

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Climate Crisis Resilience Tax (Instead of a hotel tax, Greece charges this tax to travellers staying in hotels. Designed to fund disaster relief and climate resilience efforts, the tax is charged per room, per night and varies based on accommodation type and star rating)
Optional activities & Optional fast ferries

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration14 days
StartAthens
EndIstanbul
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group24 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $8,915
Was $7,132
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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