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A wonderful combination of group travel in Turkey and independent touring across the Greek Islands. Visiting two countries of infinite cultural heritage, this truly is a magnificent travel experience. On this journey of discovery the hospitality of the people will delight you, the beauty of the land will enchant you and the history of its ancestors will captivate you.The Greek part of this tour can be customised to suit your personal requirements. Extend your stay on Rhodes, Santorini or Mykonos to fully appreciate these beautiful islands. |
14 days/13 nights - Istanbul to Athens. First ClassFrom NZ $3285
Part One: The first portion of the Turkey Greece Highlights programme is an escorted coach tour.
Day 01 Fri : Istanbul
Upon your arrival, you will be met by our representative before transfer to your Hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure .
Day 02 Sat : Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, a guided tour to Topkapi Palace , St. Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar will commence. The day ends with an overnight stay in Istanbul. Optional dinner with a Turkish show is available tonight . (B)
Day 3 Sun: Canakkale
After breakfast at the hotel , drive to Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove , Nek , Chanuk Bair, Lone Pine and 57.th regiment memorial and the war museum , cross the Dardanelles .Overnight stay in Canakkale.(BD)
Day 4 Mon: Troy – Pergamum Kusadasi
After breakfast at the hotel drive to legendary to Troy ; the site where the legendary Trojan War took place. , crossing the legendary mountain Ida arrival to Pergamum visit Acropolis and Overnight stay in Kusadasi (B,D)
Day 5 Tue : Ephesus- Kusadasi
After Breakfast a short drive to visit Ephesus and Mother Mary house, we will have the opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets , tiles . Return to Kusadasi for overnight stay.(B,D)
Day 6 Wed : Hierapolis –Pamukkale
After Breakfast drive through the meander plain and cotton farms,, arrive to Pamukkale , time to enjoy the beauty Of lime cascade andvisit ancient Hierapolis , return to your hotel with hot spring pool. (B,D)
Day 7 Thu : Pamukkale – Rhodes.
After Breakfast transfer to Marmaris for the ferry to Rhodos where you will stay for 1 night. (B)
PART TWO
After a relaxing night at your Pamukkale hotel with hot spring pools embark on the Greek part of your own personal "Odyssey". Ancient Kingdoms Holidays offer you the Greek Islands in all their glory? This portion of the programme is not part of an escorted programme. It consists of meet and assistance on each island, accommodation and transfers.
Day 8 Fri : Rhodes - Santorini
A day at leisure; you may visit Old Rhodes. In the evening you Will be transferred to the port for the 17.00 pm ferry to Santorini, Appr Arrival is at 12.30 am and transfer to your hotel . (B)
Day 9 Sat : Santorini
Santorini offers spectacular scenery and breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea. Opportunity to visit one of the many villages perched on the ‘caldera’: edge of the volcano crater. Day at leisure in Santorini and overnight stay . (B)
Day 10 Sun : Santorini - Mykonos
Transfer to the pier for a hydrofoil or ferry ride to Mykonos. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure (B)
Day 11 Mon : Mykonos
A relax day on the beach of Mykonos and experience atmosphere of the Cycladic Island during this day at leisure. (B)
Day 12 Tue : Mykonos – Athens
After Breakfast take a ferry to Athens . Arrive and transfer to your hotel. (B)
Day 13 Wed : Athens
Day at leisure (B)
Day 14 Thu : Athens - Return
You will be transferred to the airport for the flight home. (B)
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TOUR INCLUSIONS - Part One
First Class hotels with private facilities * All transfers * Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle * Breakfasts, 5 Dinners * Sightseeing with professional English speaking guides, including entrance fees * Air conditioned transport * Turkey Travel Notes – issued by Innovative Travel
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TOUR INCLUSIONS - Part Two
All transfers * First class hotels with private facilities * Breakfasts * Athens city tour with guide & entrance fees * Ferries or Hydrofoils - Marmaris/Rhodes and Santorini/Mykonos/Piraeus * Greece Travel Notes – issued by Innovative Travel
# Note: If direct ferry Rhodes / Santorini is not operating, you will fly Rhodes/Athens/Santorini. Additional cost will apply.
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