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Classical Greece and Turkey with 2-Day Cruise

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11 Days
Istanbul
Athens
Min Age : 6
Max People : 24

Classical Greece and Turkey with 2-Day Cruise

Classical Turkey and Greece with 2-day cruise is the cosmopolitan blend of the most famous destinations of Turkey and Greece mainland with Aegean Coast & Islands, enriched with excellent services.
This 11-day package includes the cosmopolitan air of the capital of Greece, Athens with unique experiences on the most famous Greek islands and romantic gateways, Mykonos, Patmos, and Santorini combining the the elite of the most popular Turkey destinations such as Istanbul  and Cappadocia.
Carefully enriched with unique and personalized services of Eskapas, making the most out of your visit! From the specialist of Mediterranean Region.
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This trip requires Passport ID page copy of each traveler. You can cover your photo on the page with a piece of paper It is required to issue your flight tickets, cruise tickets of ferry tickets.
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Tour Details

Departure & Return Location

Athens to Istanbul

Pick-up and Drop off Time

Flexible

Price Includes

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Accommodation
8-Night accommodation in the following hotels , 2-night Ocean cruise accommodation in Inside Standard cabin  .  Please consult us for deluxe , balcony suits and junior suites during your booking.
Hotels
  • Athens(2 nts)  3*** Hotel Central  or similar
  • Ankara(1 nt) 4**** Hotel Point ou Latanya ou Anadolu Downtown ou Green park ou similar
  • Cappadocia(2 nts) 4**** Hotel Dinler Urgup ou Perissia ou Avrasya ou Dinler Nevsehir ou similar
  • Istanbul(3 nts)  4****  Hotel Yigitalp ou Grand Gulsoy ou similar
Important Notes for Cruise
Cruise itineraries are subject to change or to be cancelled by the shipping company with or without prior notice. The shipping company reserves the right to substitute the cruise vessel with a similar one & also to amend the departure/arrival port at any time with or without prior notice.  Please make sure your identification cards, passports and multiple entry Schengen visas are valid and up to date.
Flights
  • Domestic flight Izmir to Istanbul. (Economy class – Standard allowance 20 kg pp)
  • Domestic Flight Cappadocia to Istanbul (Economy class – Standard allowance 20 kg pp)
 
Guide
English or Spanish-speaking guide  during land tours mentioned in the program
 
Meals
10 Breakfasts – 3 lunches – 5 dinners
Beverage package including non alcoholic beverages during cruise  meals.
This tour offers Vegetarian food option on request. Simply let Eskapas know the food option that you prefer.
 
Transport
Transfers and transport per itinerary are included (one complementary airport pick and drop off transfer per room)
 
Other Included: Entrance fees to the mentioned visits
 

Price Excludes

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  • Before and after flights
  • Mandatory Port Taxes and Gratuities for the Cruise (205USD-to be added during check-out)
  • Meals and drinks other than mentioned.
  • Optional tips to the guide and driver
  • Athens stay-over tax to be paid directly to the hotel
    ACCORDING TO THE NEW GREEK LAW
    Instead of the hotel tax, Greece will apply a new climate crisis resilience tax in addition to the accommodation fee in hotels, per room and per night, with direct payment by the customer. The tax will be as follows, according to the category:
    From March 1 to October 31: 5*: 15.00 euros / 4*: 10.00 euros / 3*: 5.00 euros per room, per night.
Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Athens, Greece

Welcome to Athens, the land of myths and legends, gods and goddesses, philosophers and politicians. Athens is your springboard to an exciting cruise adventure to three continents – Europe, Africa and Asia. In anticipation of your epic journey, spend the day exploring the sights on your own before joining your fellow travelers We will meet and greet you at Athens Int’l Airport and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Athens Meals: Not Available

Day 2Athens

After breakfast we meet you at your hotel or close by, in order to start the morning Half Day Athens Sightseeing Tour. Overnight: Athens Meals: Breakfast
 
Detail:
This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium, home to the first Olympic Games of the modern era, where we will make a short stop. As we continue our trip, we will pass by the Prime Minister’s residence (ex Royal Palace), guarded by the Evzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy of Athens, the University, the National Library and the Constitution Square (Syntagma). One cannot take a tour of Athens without visiting the Acropolis, one of the world’s most prominent sites and a symbol for democracy in the Western world!
Temple of Olympian Zeus

It is there that you will explore architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Pericles. From the Propylaea, to the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and of course the Parthenon, a place where ‘there is harmony between material and spirit’, a the monument that ‘restores order in the mind’, as ancient Greeks used to say. Your last stop will be the modern Acropolis Museum, with nearly 4,000 exhibits of Hellenism housed inside.

Departure approximately at 08:45 – Return approximately at 13:30

Day 3Athens to Mykonos

After breakfast transfer to the port for embarkation. We leave the historic and classical capital of Greece and set sail for our first destination, the beautiful island of Mykonos, also known as the Island of the Winds. Take an evening stroll through the atmospheric Old Town with its immaculate whitewashed houses, winding alleys, lovely little churches and delightful restaurants at the water’s edge. You will undoubtedly recognise the picture postcard white windmills sitting side by side, overlooking the sea.
 
Overnight: Oceanic Cruise Meals: Full board on board (drinks included during meals.)

Day 4Santorini

Our odyssey continues as we spend an evening in Santorini, whose stunning face is instantly recognisable across the world. We’re sure she will take your breath away, with her soaring landscapes, clusters of whitewashed houses in the capital Fira, and of course the iconic blue-domed church at Oia. Don’t forget to try one of the many restaurants jostling for position at the edge of the caldera.
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Overnight: Cruise Ship Meals: Full board on board (soft drinks included during meals.)
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Day 5Kusadasi Disembarkation - Istanbul (Flight)

We arrive in the colorful Turkish beach town of Kusadasi in the morning. We arrive in the colorful Turkish beach town of Kusadasi in the morning. Upon arrival our driver will meet you at the Port with a sign f your name on it and transfer to Izmir Airport for a domestic flight to Istanbul (included) Upon arrival to Istanbul airport meet with our assistant at the airport and transfer to your hotel
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Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast
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Day 6Istanbul – Ankara

Breakfast at the hotel . Departure from the hotel to visit Topkapi Palace ( harem section entrance is also included ) the house of the ottoman sultans . Departure from the hotel to Ankara – the capital of Turkey . Arrival to Ankara in early evening
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Overnight: Ankara Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 7Ankara - Cappadocia

Ankara Anitkabir

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Anatolian Civilizations Museum where you will see the Neolithic & Paleolithic ruins from Urartu, Hatti, Hittite, Phrygia civilizations, then proceed to Mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of Turkish Republic. In the afternoon drive to Cappadocia. En-route visit the Underground city that is one of the biggest underground cities in the region, constructed by the first Christians to protect themselves from the attacks.

In case we use a direct flight  on Day 6 to Cappadocia this day is replaced with a full day in Cappadocia

Overnight at Hotel Dinler 4**** or similar.  Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 8 Cappadocia

Breakfast. Full day visit at Cappadocia . Visit Göreme Open Air Museum – a UNESCO Heritage site, a fantastic region with its cave churches located on the valley. Then proceed to Uchisar Village and then the spectacular fairy chimneys. Visit Derbent Valley with and explore the natural rock formations and get a chance to attend the workshops of carpets and onyx-stones.

Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Optional Tour | HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR

In the early morning departure from your hotel. a chance to live this unique experience, an overlooking to Cappadocia from the sky, see the beauty of the region the rock formations, fairy chimneys, natural formations, lunar landscapes.

Day 9Cappadocia - Istanbul

 

After breakfast, transfer to Cappadocia airport for a domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel and free time at leisure. 

Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast 

Day 10Istanbul

 

Breakfast at the hotel. Classical visit of Istanbul with Bosphorus Cruise in the morning Lunch at local restaurant. After lunch visit Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque), Hippodrome and the famous Hagia Sophia. Free time at Grand Bazaar.

Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast – Lunch

Day 11Istanbul Departure

After breakfast free-time at leisure until your departure time. Transfer to the airport and end of our services. 

Overnight: Not Available Meals: Breakfast 

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Cassius L.

Solo Traveller

The unforgettable moment of the tour was the hot air balloon experience in Cappadocia. It felt like a dream. We took a memorable journey over the valleys at sunrise. I would put the luxurious 3-day cruise through the Greek islands in second place; I had an amazing time there as well. Our guide Mehmet was very knowledgeable, knew the places we visited in great detail, and was an excellent storyteller. I highly recommend this tour to everyone, especially families.

July 3, 2024

Lauren A.

Solo Traveller

,I can’t say enough about how much i enjoyed this trip. The itinerary was thoughtfully put together, allowing time to appreciate each location. The Greek islands were a dream. I’ll especially remember Crete and Mykonos. The good organized days made the trip a true pleasure.

June 19, 2024

Sunny D.

Couple Traveller

For anyone considering this tour, I’d recommend spring or fall when the weather is milder; July and August can be quite warm. Bring comfortable shoes and a light jacket. The hotels were well-chosen, the guides were amazing. Having transfers included kept things easy and enjoyable.

June 4, 2024

Victor M.

Couple Traveller

The mix of history, culture and natural beauty on this tour was exceptional. The guides were experts, sharing fascinating insights, and the comfortable hotels added to the ease of travel. Each destination revealed something unique, making for an unforgettable trip. A big thank you to the team for all their efforts!

May 29, 2024

Stella A.

Solo Traveller

Although the tour had a quick pace, it was well worth it. My highlights were Mykonos and Cappadocia. I loved the tranquil island atmosphere of Mykonos, the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia felt like something out of a fairytale. Each destination offered its own charm.

May 29, 2024
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