Greece & Turkey Essentials

Transfer from your hotel in Athens to Piraeus port for your ferry passage to Mykonos or Paros. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Afternoon free to relax at one of the beautiful beaches. (B)

Free day to explore the picturesque town of Mykonos. Stroll through the narrow, cobbled streets with the white-washed buildings and small boutique shops or admire the stunning views while enjoying a cocktail at little Venice, known as one of the most romantic places on the island. If visiting Paros, a trip to nearby island of Antiparos is recommended. (B)

Transfer from your hotel to the port for a high speed ferry or hydrofoil to Santorini. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Take the time to relax and enjoy the amazing Aegean sunset – an unforgettable experience – and one of the most photographed sunsets in the world. Optional sunset cruise - Take in views of Santorini’s best spots or swim in the crystal blue waters before returning to Ammoudi to view the spectacular sunsets. While on board you’ll be served a barbeque meal and drinks. (B)

Day at leisure. An optional day tour of the volcano is recommended - enjoy a relaxing cruise and then view the hot springs and Thirisia island; take the time to swim and have a mud bath after your walk to the volcano. (B)

Take advantage of a free day to explore this beautiful island. Wander through the white, cobbled streets of Fira and experience old-world charm blended with modern day comfort. Visit Gold Street and walk a short section of the famous Santorini donkey roads, which were frequently used by the locals to carry their goods. Visit Oia village or catch a local bus and spend a day on one of the island’s famous black sand beaches. In the afternoon take an optional sunset cruise and witness to the famous sunsets from the boat while enjoying the Greek menu with unlimited drinks. (B)

Transfer from hotel to the airport for flight to Rhodes (direct or via Athens). Upon arrival in Rhodes, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure in Rhodes. (B

Enjoy a free day today. You may like to take an optional day tour to Symi or book an island tour. Take the time to explore the old walled city or relax on one of many sandy beaches of the island. The most famous part of the island not to be missed is the old town with medieval castle of the Knight of St John - Crusaders castle. (B)

Transfer to the port for ferry crossing to Marmaris in Turkey. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Pamukkale to start your tour coach tour. Free time to try the healing baths at the thermal pools of the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale Adem Pira Hotel (B, D)

Today visit Pamukkale - white terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water as well as ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis. After lunch break drive to Selcuk to visit remains of the Temple of Artemis ‘one of the seven wonders of the ancient world’ then overnight at Kaya Prestige. (B, D)

Tour of the famous ruins of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus and the Temple of Hadrian. Continue on to the House of the Virgin Mary, rumoured to have been the location where Mary spent the last years of her life. Afternoon tour of the traditional village of Sirince. Return to hotel for overnight. (B, D)

Visit the ancient medical centre of Asklepion in Pergamum. Take part in the unique experience of visiting traditional a Turkish village and having lunch with the locals. Continue to Troy with its famous wooden horse, then to to Canakkale for overnight at Kolin Hotel  (B, L, D)

Depart for Gallipoli to visit Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery. Then cross the Dardanelles and drive to Istanbul for overnight at Kent hotel in the old town. (B)

Today enjoy a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, including the Topkapi Palace, Roman Hippodrome,  Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Spice Market. Optional Bosphorus cruise. Overnight at Kent hotel (B) 

After breakfast, transfer to Ataturk airport at 9 am or 1 pm. (B)