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Glories of Greece and Turkey
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Experience the ancient glories of these extraordinary empires with an island-hopping journey through their rich history and culture. You’ll get a chance to explore some of the most historically relevant cities in the world, wander through the ancient ruins of Ephesus, and enjoy the sun-soaked beaches and nightlife of nearby islands. In between your cultural adventures, visit one of the best underwater museums in the world, learn how to create traditional rugs, and enjoy dinners featuring belly- and folk-dancing entertainment.
MULTI-COUNTRY VACATION - Departs Thursdays - 16- day/15-night combo package of Turkey escorted tour visiting Istanbul, Gallipoli, Canakkale, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus, Izmir, Bodrum and Marmaris; and stays on the Greek islands of Rhodes, Santorini, Mykonos and Athens. Includes accommodation at superior first class & deluxe hotels with breakfast daily, additional meals as outlined in the itinerary, arrival & departure transfers, touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach, and guided sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary.
Includes
- Accommodations as per itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary; breakfast (B), lunch (L), dinner (D)
- Sightseeing: per itinerary
- Ferry or hydrofoil tickets of your choice
- Travel funds escrow protection program
- Domestic flights; please inquire with your Keytours travel consultant
Excludes
- Items of a personal nature
- All other items not mentioned as included
Itinerary
Day
1
Istanbul - Arrival
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: W Istanbul or similar accommodations
You will be greeted upon arrival and escorted to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure before a welcome briefing by your tour director. (Your arrival transfer is included only if you arrive on the actual day the tour commences. For customers arriving earlier an individual transfer can be organized at an additional cost.)
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2
Istanbul
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: W Istanbul or similar accommodations
Enjoy a full-day tour of Istanbul including the Topkapi Palace (excluding harem), the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, St. Sophia (closed on Mondays), and the Grand Bazaar. Consider an optional dinner with belly-dancing entertainment. (B)
Day
3
Gallipoli - Dardanelles - Canakkale
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Kolin Hotel or similar accommodations
En route to Gallipoli, visit Anzac Cove, the Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair. Cross the Dardanelles to Canakkale. (B,D)
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4
Troy - Pergamum - Izmir
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Swissotel Grand Efes or similar accommodations
Visit Troy’s legendary walls this morning before you continue your trip to Pergamum for a visit to the ancient medical center of Asklepion. Enjoy lunch with the locals at a traditional village. Arrive in Izmir in the evening. (B,L)
Day
5
Ephesus & Virgin Mary's House - Izmir
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Swissotel Grand Efes or similar accommodations
Today tour the ruins of Ephesus and explore the 2,000 year old marble streets, a theater, the Library of Celsius, and Hadrian's Temple. Take a short drive to see the Virgin Mary's cottage. Continue to a regional rug production center to have firsthand experience of this unique art form. (B,D)
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6
Izmir – Bodrum
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Doria Hotel or similar accommodations
After breakfast, drive to Bodrum to visit the castle of St. Peter and the reowned Underground Museum that was awarded the best Underwater Museum of the World in 2000s. (B,D)
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7
Bodrum – Marmaris
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Elite World Hotel Marmaris or similar accommodations
After breakfast, depart for Marmaris. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore until dinner.(B,D)
Day
8
Marmaris - Rhodes
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Mediterranean Hotel or similar accommodations
After breakfast you will be transferred to the pier for the hydrofoil trip to Rhodes. Upon your arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. (B)
Day
9
Rhodes
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Mediterranean Hotel or similar accommodations
A day at leisure. Consider taking an optional tour to Lindos. (B)
Day
10
Rhodes - Santorini
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: El Greco or similar accommodations
You will be transferred to the airport for flights to Santorini via Athens. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel in Santorini. (B)
Day
11
Santorini
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: El Greco or similar accommodations
Today is a free day to visit the villages of Santorini or enjoy a sun-soaked afternoon on the beach. (B)
Day
12
Santorini - Mykonos
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Petasos Beach or similar accommodations
You will be transferred to the pier for a hydrofoil ride to Mykonos. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the nightlife of Mykonos. (B)
Day
13
Mykonos
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Petasos Beach or similar accommodations
Leisurely explore the beaches of Mykonos, absorbing this Cycladic Island's ambience. (B)
Day
14
Mykonos - Athens
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Electra Palace or similar accommodations
The morning is free. Later, you will be transferred to the airport to board an afternoon flight to Athens. Uopn arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy an optional dinner with folk dancing or visit the quaint Plaka area. (B)
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15
Athens
Deluxe and Boutique Hotels: Electra Palace or similar accommodations
Tour Athens’ famed Acropolis with its breathtaking view and renowned Parthenon. Afternoon is at your leisure. Explore Plaka's open-air taverns and traditional shops on your own. (B)
Day
16
Athens - Return
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home. (Your departure transfer is included only if you depart on the actual day the tour concludes. For customers departing later an individual transfer can be organized at an additional cost.) (B)
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