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Turkey and Greek Islands with 4-night cruise

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266
12 Days
Izmir
Istanbul
Min Age : 6
Max People : 24
Turkey and Greek Islands with 4-night cruise – This exciting land and cruise tour of Turkey and Greece begins with 8 days of Classic Turkish Highlights, visiting Turkey’s most famous sights: Discover Istanbul where Asia meets Europe, Explore the underground cities of Cappadocia, see rock-hewn churches, learn early Christian history  from our experienced guide, and visit the best-preserved Roman cities of Hierapolis and Ephesus, with the House of Virgin Mary nearby 
Then, embark on an unforgettable ocean cruise to the Greek islands. Wonderful Mykonos, unspoiled Patmos, medieval Rhodes, Minoan Crete and tranquil Santorini.  And this amazing package is affordable with Eskapas now!
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Important Trip Notes:
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This tour is bilingual in English and Spanish languages.
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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. 
Cabins available at the Celestyal Olympia: (Your initial cabin will be either IA or IB)
Interiors: IA, IB, IC 
Exteriors: XA, XB, XC 
Suites: Junior Suite (SJ),  (very limited and reserved at least 6 months ago) 
All staterooms are equipped with: shower, WC, air conditioning, radio, TV, hair dryer, safety deposit box, All Suites have refrigerated mini bar.  
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Tour Details

Departure & Return Location

Istanbul to Izmir

Pick-up and Drop off Time

Flexible

Price Includes

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  • Accommodation: 7-Night 4-star hotel accommodation and 4 night  IA category(internal private cabin) Celestyal Cruise accommodation
    • Istanbul (2 nights) Eresin Hotel Topkapi or similar
    • Ankara (1 night) Grand Mercure or similar
    • Cappadocia (2 nights) Perissia or similar
    • Pamukkale (1 night) Hierapark or similar
    • İzmir (1 night) DoubleTree Hilton or similar
    • Celestyal Cruise (IA Cabin – please consult us for external cabins during your booking) 4 nights
    Guide: Bilingual English and Spanish-speaking local tour guides at each site
    Meals: 11 breakfasts + 6 lunches + 9 dinners (Beverage package during cruise meals)
    Transport: All transfers and transportation per itinerary
    Other included: 
    • Entrance fees mentioned in the program, 
    • Tips for Guides / drivers / porterage & stay over taxes (55USD PP)
    • Port Taxes & Cruise Gratuities are included (205USD PP)

Price Excludes

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  • Outbound international flights
  • Personal expenses

Cancellation Terms

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  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 75% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 61 days or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 20% if booking is cancelled 90 days or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 91 days or less before the event
Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey and Greek Islands with 4-night cruise

Meeting at the airport with a sign of your name and transfer to your hotel in city center
Overnight: Istanbul Meals: N/A

Day 2Istanbul

 
Breakfast and free day to explore on your own. Overnight.
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Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast

Day 3Istanbul - Ankara

Visit of the historic city; We will start by visiting Hagia Sophia. We will continue visiting the ancient Hippodrome that dates back to the Byzantine era when it was the center of civil activity in the country. Blue Mosque which was built in 1609 during the Ahmet Sultanate who wanted to surpass Hagia Sophia with its mosque and built it with 6 minarets. Continue to Asia and travel to the capital of Turkey, Ankara.
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Overnight: Ankara Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 4Ankara - Cappadocia

Breakfast. We will visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and make a stop at the Ataturk Mausoleum. In the afternoon, transfer to the Cappadocia region, also known as “land of beautiful horses”. Along the way, stop at Salt Lake, the largest lake in Central Anatolia. Upon arrival in the Cappadocia region, visit an underground city and attend the Whirling Dervishes ritual founded by Mevlana, a famous Islamic mystic. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 5Cappadocia

 
Breakfast. Full-day tour of Cappadocia. In the morning we will visit the Goreme Valley and the Goreme Open Air Museum, considered as a National Park by UNESCO. Lunch. Continue to Uchisar, which stands on top of a promontory. Visit of the Pasabag and Avcilar Valleys. Visit to craft centers, carpets… Return to the hotel.
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Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 6Cappadocia-Pamukkale

 
Breakfast and early departure. Along the way, visit a Seljuk caravanserai on the legendary Silk Road, which served as a stopping place for trade, pilgrimage or military caravans. We will continue to Pamukkale.
Overnight: Pamukkale Meals: Breakfast – Dinner

Day 7Pamukkale-Ephesus-Izmır or Kusadasi

Travertine terraces of Pamukkale is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
 
Visit of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) with petrified waterfalls and Hierapolis. Trip to Selcuk. Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where according to belief, she spent her last days. Continue to the ancient city of Ephesus and visit the Library of Celsus, the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the Temple of Domitian, the theater and other ruins. Visit to a fur factory. Dinner and overnight in Izmir or Kusadasi.
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Overnight: İzmir or Kuşadasi Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
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Day 8 Izmir or Kusadasi - Patmos

 
After breakfast , transfer to Kusadasi port for embarkation Sail to Patmos to discover the tiny Greek island, where St. John the Divine wrote Revelation. The 11th-century monastery with its valuable manuscript collection is well worth a visit.
Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 9Rhodes

 
Dock in Rhodes, largest of the Dodecanese Islands and site of the legendary Colossus of Rhodes, a 105-foot statue destroyed by an earthquake in 224 BC. Explore the sites in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Another possibility: join an optional excursion to Lindos and the Citadel of the Knights. If sightseeing is not your preference, Rhodes’ sun-drenched beaches and vibrant shopping districts are within easy walking distance of the port. Depart from Rhodes around dinner time.
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Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 10Crete - Santorini

Spend the morning in Heraklion on the island of Crete. A few miles away is Knossos, the hub of the 3000-BC Minoan civilization; an optional excursion can be booked. Next port of call (weather permitting) is Santorini, the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” The optional shore excursion here takes you up to the cliff-top village of Oia for one of the world’s most breathtaking panoramas.
Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 11Athens - Mykonos

 
After breakfast you will join half day Athens City and Acropolis excursion (included). Afternoon you will sail for Mykonos. Arrive in the evening in Mykonos, a granite island and the most typical of the Cyclades. Its white and blue houses, windmills, and chapels seem to make the island’s light even more translucent. Spend some time visiting a taverna or just wandering around the town, enjoying its timeless beauty
Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 12Kusadasi - Izmir Departure

After breakfast you will disembark to Kusadasi port around 08:00 AM and you will be transferred to Izmir International for your onward flight (can be extended to Istanbul. Please consult us during your booking). End of our services

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