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Tour Summary :
The tour begins in Istanbul, where we will see the most important sites of Constantinople's former glory. We will learn about the battles fought in Turkey by visiting Gallipoli, Dardanelles and Canakkale, before exploring Troy and Pergamum and the relics left over from the Trojan War. We will travel to Kusadasi, situated on Turkey's Aegean coast, from where we will visit the ancient city of Ephesus. We will then embark on a three day cruise of the Greek islands, during which we will visit Rhodes, Santorini and Crete; islands rich in culture and history. Our last port of call is Athens, home to the world renowned Acropolis. The Tour concludes in Athens.
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Day 1 Thursday: Istanbul - Arrive
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Welcome briefing. Overnight in Istanbul. |
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Day 2 Friday : Istanbul
Full day tour of Istanbul including the Topkapi Palace, the official and primary residence in the city of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years (excluding harem) and the Hippodrome, from the days of Constantinople's glory as an imperial capital. We will also visit the largest mosque in Turkey—the stunning Blue Mosque. Continue to St. Sophia and the colorful Grand Bazaar. Overnight in Istanbul.
Optional: Dinner with belly dancing entertainment. (B). |
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Day 3 Saturday : GGallipoli / Dardanelles / Canakkale
This morning depart for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, named after the acronym from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) in World War I. Continue to the Lone Pine Cemetery, which is the location of one of the five memorials on the Gallipoli Peninsula commemorating servicemen killed in the campaign from the former British Empire with no known grave. We will then cross the Dardanelles to Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale. (B, D). |
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Day 4 Sunday : Troy / Pergamum / Kusadasi
Today visit Troy, famous for its wooden horse, and learn about its pivotal role during the Trojan War. We then continue to the ancient Greek city of Pergamum, filled with relics and ruins of the past. Finally we continue on to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B, D) |
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Day 5 Monday : Ephesus & St. Mary's House / Kusadasi
Today you will tour Ephesus, one of the most magnificent excavations in the world. Visit the Odeon (concert hall), the Fountain of Trajan and the steam-heat Baths of Scolastika. Continue to the majestic Temple of Hadrian, Latrines (public toilets) and the marble Library of Celsus, built to hold 12,000 scrolls. Also enjoy the Great Theatre, the largest one in antiquity with a capacity of 24,000 seats where St. Paul preached. Walk along the Arcadian Way, the same path that Mark Antony and Cleopatra once rode in procession. Afterwards visit the humble chapel on the site of the little house where the Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her last days. Despite many controversies, the Vatican has officially sanctioned the site for pilgrimage. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Afternoon Optional: tour of Sardis or Sirince. (B,D). |
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Day 6 Tuesday: Kusadasi / Greek Island Cruise
After breakfast we transfer to the pier and board a cruise ship – our home for the next 3 days – ready to explore the Greek Islands. Overnight on board the cruise ship. (B, D) |
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Day 7 Wednesday : Cruise – Rhodes
This morning we arrive in Rhodes, the island of Roses, where you have a full day to explore at your leisure. You may choose to join an optional sightseeing tour to get to know this beautiful island, or simply take a taxi to one of many nearby beaches for a swim in the crystal clear Aegean waters. Overnight on board the cruise ship. (B, L, D) |
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Day 8 Thursday - Cruise – Santorini, Heraklion
Today we sail into the harbor of the small but magical island of Santorini, where you are free to explore the land of the fabled Atlantis. We will also visit the historical town of Heraklion on the island of Crete, where you may discover the town on your own or join an Optional excursion to the Palace of Knossos. Overnight on board the cruise ship. (B, L, D) |
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Day 9 Friday: Athens
After disembarking from the cruise today we will transfer to our Athens hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this vibrant, historical city at your leisure. Overnight in Athens. (B) |
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Day 10 Saturday : Athens
This morning you will be taken on a guided tour of the Acropolis, the historical site that dominates the city skyline and offers impressive views. You will visit the iconic Parthenon and the Acropolis Museum as part of this tour. This afternoon you are free to explore at your leisure. Overnight in Athens. (B) |
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Day 11 Sunday: Athens – Return
Today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home. (B) |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:> |
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Accommodation . |
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Meals are indicated on itineraries by (B) breakfast,(L) lunch, (D) dinner. |
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Licensed guides throughout the tours |
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Private air-condition transportation. |
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Luggage handling. |
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Local taxes and service charges |
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Arrival and departure transfers at the beginning and on the last day of tour |
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Items of a personal nature |
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Optional tours |
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Customary tips for guides and drivers |
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Travel Insurance |
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Items not mentioned as being included |
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Visa fees |
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Port taxes on the cruise & Turkey embarkation fee (approximately $166 pp) |
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| Tour Style |
(Small Group Tour) |
| Tour Length |
10 Nights/ 11 Days. |
| Starts on |
Istanbul (Thur) |
| Ends On |
Athens (Sun) |
| Visit |
Istanbul - Canakkale - Kusadasi - Ephesus – Greek islands Cruise - Rhodes - Cruise – Santorini, Heraklion - Athens |
| Prices |
Starting At USD 1,819* Only. |
| Dates |
Check Dates below. |
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Places
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No. of Nights |
Hotels |
| Istanbul |
02 Nights |
Crowne Plaza Harbiye / Crowne Plaza Old City |
| Canakkale |
01 Night |
Kolin Hotel |
| Kusadasi |
02 Nights |
Charisma Hotel |
| Cruise |
03 Night |
Cruise Line Louis – Standard inside Cabin |
| Athens |
02 Nights |
Herodion Hotel |
| Please note: (If the above mentioned hotels are not available we will provide similar alternate). |
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| Departure dates (2012) |
P/P in double |
Single Sup |
| Mar 15, 22 |
$1819 |
$1135 |
| Apr 05, 12, 19, 26 |
$2019 |
$1235 |
| Oct 18, 25 |
1933 |
877 |
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| Jun 02, 09, 16, 23 |
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| May 03, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
$2079 |
$1255 |
| Jun 07, 14, 21, 28 |
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| Aug 30 |
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| Sep 06, 13 |
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| Jul 12, 19, 26 |
$2049 |
$1269 |
| Aug 02, 09, 16, 23 |
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| Sep 20, 27 |
$2121 |
$1275 |
| Oct 04, 11 |
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| Note: Supplementary cost for Superior 0utside Cabin Category B per person in Double is approx. US $ 99 |
| * Prices are in USD-Based on per person on a twin sharing basis. |
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