Best of Greece & Turkey
from $3450/per person
A fantastic combination of sun, sea, history and culture of two magnificent countries in this 19 day tour. Begin your tour exploring beautiful Athens, visit the picturesque Mykonos and magical Santorini before you venture to the main sites of the Aegean Coast including Marmaris & Fethiye, and discover the wonders of Istanbul, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Gallipoli and the history of Troy and Ephesus. A complete package of the Aegean and incredible wonders of Turkey.
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Destination(s)
Greece / Turkey
Starts in / Ends in
Athens / Istanbul
Hotel Rating
3 & 4 & 5 Star
Average Tour Group Size
Avr. Group Size
35-40
Why You’ll Love This Tour
- Experience all there is on offer through Turkey, Athens and the Greek Islands 19-day adventure with all breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners included.
- Spend 4 nights indulging in the Mediterranean way of life while exploring the Greek Islands of Mykonos and Santorini.
- Enjoy an extended stay in Istanbul with plenty of free time to explore the lavish bazaars, try local treats and wander the old town in search of the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
- Spend three nights at the seaside town of Fethiye with a boat cruise to swim with Caretta Caretta turtles and the option to paraglide over Turkey’s beautiful coastline.
- Get your cameras ready for visits to post-card perfect locations, including the stunning Cotton Castles of Pamukkale and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.
- Shape your holiday the way you want with optional activities. Whether it be hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, Quad biking in Santorini, River cruising in Istanbul or experiencing a traditional Turkish Bath… There’s something for everyone.
- No night drives; however some long rides are required to cover all these incredible places. You may check other tour options in Turkey for alternative routes including flights. This tour does include an international flight between Athens and Istanbul.
- This tour includes an international flight between Athens and Istanbul to save on transit time.
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The Asklepion is a famed ancient medical center built in honor of Asclepius, the god of healing. It was also the world's first psychiatric hospital.
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You will fall in love with the perfect combination of culture, history and the dynamic contemporary life in one of the oldest cities in the world.
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The exterior features a beautiful cascade of domes and six minarets and blue Iznik tiles adorn the interior giving the building its unofficial but commonly used name.
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A region of exceptional natural and man-made wonders. Take the chance to discover underground cities carved into rock, fairy chimneys and many more...
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The best preserved ancient town in Turkey, Ephesus embarks you on a journey to ancient times while roaming the streets.
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Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, North Beach, Ari Burnu, Hell Spit, Brighton Beach, Shrapnel Valley, Artillery Raod, Quinn's Road and more…
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The Hagia Sophia, among the Seven Wonders of the World, awaits you with all its magnificence. The hundreds of years old structure will fascinate you on sight.
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Greece’s most famous with blue flag beaches, whitewashed streets and vibrant nightlife. You won’t want to leave the ‘The Island of the Winds’!
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Home of the world-famous travertines, the cotton castle. You will witness the unusual and beautiful scenery just near the ancient city of Hierapolis, the ancient cure center.
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This huge canyon is a natural beauty where you can do trekking to reach to breathtaking sceneries and secret waterfalls.
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The most beautiful sunset in the world… This volcanic island has unique scenery with its multi-colored cliffs and beaches. Pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy.
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Home of the Sultans, heart of the Ottoman Empire… Roam through the royal palace of the Ottomans and follow their footsteps to see their most valued treasures.
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The legendary city where you can outline layers of ruins of cities built on top of each other and visit the famous Trojan horse, awaits you.
ITINERARY
1
Day 1: Athens
Welcome to Greece! Meet in the lobby around 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards, join us for an optional group dinner to get to know your new travel mates.
- Accommodation
The President Hotel - 4 Star
- Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
- Optional Activities
Group Dinner
2
Day 2: Athens
Let's start our tour in Greece's capital, Athens, which is one of the world's oldest cities with history spanning back over 3000 years and is considered the birthplace of Western Civilization. Take a step back in time and explore an amazing array of historical and cultural sites in our city tour including: the National Library, the Academy, Constitutional Square and Parliament, The Temple of Zeus, and of course, the iconic Parthenon and Acropolis. The night is free for you to explore more of this incredible city.
- Accommodation
The President Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Athens City Tour
- Entrance Fees
Acropolis - EUR 20
3
Day 3: Athens, Mykonos
Rise and shine, we have an early start to catch the ferry from Athens to Mykonos. In the afternoon, you will meet with your tour leader and your fellow travellers to explore Mykonos town, and its white washed houses.
- Accommodation
Alex Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Orientation Walk in Mykonos Town
- Optional Activities
Group Dinner
4
Day 4: Mykonos
The day is yours to soak up the sunshine, swim in the sea or chew through your memory card taking pics of cute windmills and quaint streets. Or discover the birthplace of Apollo by taking an optional tour to Delos Island. Tonight, hit the bars and restaurants and dance the night away!
- Accommodation
Alex Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Optional Activities
Delos Island Tour - EUR 50
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Day 5: Mykonos, Santorini
Next up: Santorini! After our ferry ride, we will wander through the town of Fira to get our bearings. See why the blue door houses, white church domes make Santorini the iconic postcard town of Greece. Santorini is formed from volcanic activity, and from the caldera witness the most epic sunset and breath-taking views.
- Accommodation
New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Orientation Walk in Santorini
6
Day 6: Santorini
We’ve got a free day today. Relax on the red or black sand beaches, wander the streets and browse through the shops of the main town or take an optional quad biking tour. Explore the island’s volcano and check out an active crater and hot springs in our optional volcano tour. The choices are endless!
- Accommodation
New Haroula Hotel - 3 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Optional Activities
Quad Biking - EUR 35
Volcano Tour - EUR 20
7
Day 7: Santorini, Athens , Istanbul ( By Flight )
Today we will take a ferry from Santorini to Athens and then fly to Istanbul from there. Once we land, keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk sign, as we pick you up from the airport and take you to our Istanbul hotel. It’s a free evening in the magnificent city of Istanbul aka Constantinopolis.
- Accommodation
Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
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Day 8: Istanbul
Meet in the hotel lobby at 6:30pm for an informal meeting with your group and guide. Until then, you can start to explore Istanbul like climbing to the top of the Galata Tower for epic views or splash some cash at the Grand Bazaar. After the meeting, join in an optional group dinner at a local restaurant to get to know your new travel mates.
- Accommodation
Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
- Optional Activities
Group Dinner
9
Day 9: Istanbul
After breakfast, we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We will stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. In the afternoon take an optional cruise down the Bosphorus river and see the epic skyline.
- Accommodation
Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Blue Mosque
Sightseeing of Hagia Sophia
Sightseeing of Topkapi Palace Museum
- Optional Activities
Bosphorus Boat Cruise - EUR 10
- Entrance Fees
Blue Mosque - Free
Hagia Sophia - Free
Topkapi Palace Museum 100 TL
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Day 10: Istanbul, Gallipoli
Today we depart for the shores of Gallipoli. A place of important significance for Aussies and Kiwis, we will visit the beach and cemeteries at ANZAC Cove, before paying our respects at memorial sites Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine.
- Accommodation
Kolin Hotel - 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Anzac Cove
Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery
Sightseeing of Lone Pine
Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair
Sightseeing of War Trenches
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Day 11: Gallipoli, Troy, Kusadası
You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. Spend the afternoon in the the seaside town of Kusadasi.
- Accommodation
Marina Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Troy Ancient City
- Entrance Fees
Troy Ancient City - 50 TL
12
Day 12: Kusadası, Ephesus, Fethiye
After breakfast, our first stop is the spectacular, well preserved ancient city of Ephesus. Ephesus was cited in the book of Revelations, and historians believe the Gospel of John was written here. Famed for the Temple of Artemis which was completed around 550 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In the afternoon we depart for Fethiye where we can explore the buzzing resort town.
- Accommodation
Greenland Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City
- Entrance Fees
Ephesus Ancient City - 100 TL
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Day 13: Fethiye, Saklıkent, Ölüdeniz
After breakfast we make our way to Saklikent, one of the deepest canyons in the world. We will then continue our journey to Oludeniz. Besides its spectacular beaches, glittering waters and breathtaking natural scenery, Oludeniz is also popular for its water sport. Here you can relax on the exquisite beach or join one of the adventure activities including paragliding and microlighting. Late in the afternoon we depart for our overnight stay in Fethiye.
- Accommodation
Greenland Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Saklikent
Sightseeing of Oludeniz
- Optional Activities
Paragliding - EUR 120
- Entrance Fees
Saklıkent - 10 TL
Oludeniz Beach - 7 TL
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Day 14: Fethiye, Dalyan
Our next stop is Dalyan, a small town situated along the south-western coast popular for its natural and unspoiled beauty. We will join a boat trip to visit the most popular mud bath in Turkey, and we then continue to Iztuzu beach, homeland of world famous Caretta Caretta turtles. After a fantastic boat ride we will reach Iztuzu sandbar with fine sand and turquoise sea.
- Accommodation
Greenland Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Dalyan Boat Trip
Mud Bath
Iztuzu Beach
- Optional Activities
Mud Bath
Iztuzu Beach
- Entrance Fees
Mud Bath - 8 TL
Iztuzu Beach - 1 TL
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Day 15: Fethiye, Pamukkale
It's time to get your cameras out, because today is a photographers dream! Today we will visit Pamukkale, or ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. Spend time bathing in its pools, or explore the natural and unusual landscape.
- Accommodation
Hierapark Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Pamukkale White Terraces
- Entrance Fees
Pamukkale White Terraces - 80 TL
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Day 16: Pamukkale, Cappadocia
Today we sit back and relax on the coach, as we head to Cappadocia. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Underground City, a city complete with a church, wells, food stores, and even stables which is all located 60m under the ground. End the day with an optional traditional Hamman (Turkish bath).
- Accommodation
Avrasya Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Derinkuyu Underground City
Sightseeing of Ihlara Valley
- Optional Activities
Turkish Bath Experience - 130 TL
- Entrance Fees
Derinkuyu Underground City - 50 TL
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Day 17: Cappadocia
Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Göreme, and tick off bucket list sights along the way including Göreme Musuem, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar and Cavusin. In the afternoon we will visit local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art. Tonight get your dancing shoes on for our optional Turkish night.
- Accommodation
Avrasya Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Goreme Open Air Museum Visit
Sightseeing of Cavusin
Sightseeing of Pigeon Valley
Sightseeing of Uchisar
- Optional Activities
Turkish Night Show - 160 TL
Hot Air Balooning - 195 EUR
- Entrance Fees
Goreme Open Air Museum - 75 TL
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Day 18: Cappadocia, Ihlara, Istanbul
This morning we visit the dramatically beautiful Ihlara Valley before departing for Istanbul where we arrive late in the evening.
- Accommodation
Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
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Day 19: Istanbul
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, bid you safe travels, and check-out of the hotel (11:00am)
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to
pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with
a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the passenger does not want to
share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to the tour fee. Discounts can
only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made
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All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing
to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to
availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the
passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to
the tour fee. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date,
regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
The tour price covers the following services:
Accommodation
3 & 4 & 5 Star Hotels
Meals
17 breakfasts | 8 dinners
Transportation
Economy class ferry
Flight
International Flight between Athens and Istanbul. Domestic Flight between Cappadocia and Istanbul.
Transfers
Transfers between ports and hotels | Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus
Tour Leader
Services of experienced Travel Talk tour leaders | Services of experienced Travel Talk guide, licenced by the Ministry of Tourism in Turkey
What is not included in the tour price?
- Any flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not stated in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips & gestures
- Visa fees
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary
Hotels are subject to change depending on the group size.
PRESIDENT HOTEL - ATHENS
The President Hotel Athens can be reached by Metro or Bus from Venizelos Airport. Metro closes by midnight, while Bus number X95 is available for 24 hours. The hotel located on Kifisias street, is walking distance away from Ambelokipi station reached by bus number X95. If you arrive by metro the distance from Ambelokipi station to the hotel is 700 meters, 6-8 minutes walking distance to the hotel.
ALEX HOTEL - MYKONOS
This hotel is centrally located in the Mykonos town, close to all restaurants, taverns and bars of Mykonos, also offers an outdoor swimming pool to it’s guests.
NEW HAROULA HOTEL - SANTORINI
New Haroula hotel is located in the centre of Fira, the capital of Santorini. The hotel offers an outdoor pool and free access to Wi-Fi. All air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a fridge, satellite TV and a balcony overlooking the pool or the bougainvillea garden.
LEGACY OTTOMAN HOTEL - ISTANBUL
KOLIN HOTEL - CANAKKALE
The 5-star hotel in Gallipoli is a perfect place to relax and prepare for the upcoming big tour. The large swimming pool and the delicious open buffet add up to the comfortable rooms they offer.
MARINA HOTEL - KUSADASI
This hotel has a seafront location in the Aegean coast, only 250 metres from the beach. The hotel offers an outdoor pool and a terrace with panoramic views of the sea and Kusadasi Marina. The air-conditioned rooms of Marina Hotel Kusadasi include a minibar and an LCD TV with satellite channels.
TURQUOISE HOTEL - FETHIYE
This hotel is located in heart of pine forest where it’s peaceful, calm. And this hotel has a large swimming pool to offer, close to Oludeniz beach.
HIERA PARK DELUXE HOTEL - PAMUKKALE
This hotel offers an absolute relaxation with it’s hot thermal pools & spa center.
AVRASYA HOTEL - CAPPADOCIA
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