Highlights of Türkiye & Greece
Istanbul | Ephesus | Athens | Santorini | Mykonos (13 Days)
For those who want to capture the essence of both of these Mediterranean neighbors in one trip, this moderate-paced itinerary covers the most-visited cities and major landmarks of both countries.
Highlights
- Experience the energetic city of Istanbul, a bridge between continents
- Tour the Sultanahmet district, the keeper of Istanbul’s ancient landmarks
- Enjoy a ferry cruise on the Bosphorus waterway
- Step back in time on the streets of ancient Ephesus
- Visit the Athens Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum with a local guide
- Admire views of Santorini from a boat and swim in the caldera
- Discover the sacred ancient ruins on Delos island
- Relax and enjoy free time in famous Cycladic towns and beaches
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Brief Itinerary
Day |
Highlights |
Overnight |
Day 1 |
Arrive in Istanbul and private transfer to your hotel in the Old City. |
Istanbul |
Day 2 |
Full-day private tour including the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum, Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar. |
Istanbul |
Day 3 |
Full-day private tour including Topkapi Palace, Spice Market, and a Bosphorus boat ride. |
Istanbul |
Day 4 |
Flight to Izmir and private transfer to your hotel in the area nearby Ephesus. |
Ephesus |
Day 5 |
Full-day private excursion: Ephesus and Terrace Houses, Sultanköy, and Ephesus Archaeology Museum. |
Ephesus |
Day 6 |
Fly from Izmir to Athens and private transfer to your hotel. |
Athens |
Day 7 |
Half-day tour of Athens and the Acropolis with a local guide. |
Athens |
Day 8 |
Flight to Santorini and private transfer to your hotel. |
Santorini |
Day 9 |
Catamaran cruise on Santorini’s caldera. |
Santorini |
Day 10 |
Day at leisure on the island of Santorini. |
Santorini |
Day 11 |
Ferry to Mykonos and private transfer to your hotel. |
Mykonos |
Day 12 |
Day trip to the island and archaeological site of Delos. |
Mykonos |
Day 13 |
Day at leisure on the island of Mykonos. |
Mykonos |
Day 14 |
Transfer to the airport for departure. |
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