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Greece & Turkey: Athens, Greek Islands Cruise & Istanbul

15 days  |  18 days with Cappadocia & Istanbul extension

Group size
15–38 travelers
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3.2 out of 5 stars

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Get a taste of East and West by way of two cultural powerhouses.

The Athenians and the Ottomans. The Spartans and the Seljuks. Over the centuries, Greece and Turkey have indelibly influenced world history and culture. This 15-day tour introduces you to their biggest hits and hidden highlights—from Athens to Istanbul over the Aegean’s blue waves. Cruise from the Greek capital to the Turkish coast via the islands of Mykonos, Santorini, and Rhodes. Spend some time in beautifully preserved Ephesus before finishing with the bookends of the Ottoman Empire: its first and final capitals of Bursa and Istanbul. Want to add more landscapes to all that art and architecture? Cover Cappadocia on this trip’s extension.

Your tour package includes

  • 10 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 3 nights aboard a Greek island cruise ship
  • 13 breakfasts
  • 3 lunches
  • 7 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 wine & food pairing
  • 8 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Directors & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

  • Acropolis
  • Windmills in Mykonos Town
  • Santorini’s Oia village
  • Rhodes’ walled Old Town
  • Urla Peninsula wine tasting
  • Ephesus Archeological Site
  • Pergamon
  • Bursa’s Green Mosque
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Basilica Cistern
  • Topkapı Palace

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Athens today.

Athens

Day 2: Arrival in Athens

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Greece! Land in Athens, Europe’s oldest capital city and “the cradle of Western civilization.” Transfer to your hotel and relax for a while before meeting your Tour Director and fellow travelers at a welcome dinner, served with your choice of beer or wine.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Wyndham Grand Athens

This elegant hotel is located in the Metaxourgeio neighborhood of Athens. Guests enjoy panoramic views of the Acropolis, a fitness center, and a rooftop restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find the Temple of Hephaestus, the National...

MV Gemini

This modern cruise ship sails the Aegean Sea and features spacious cabins, gourmet meals, an outdoor pool, a beauty salon, daily activities, nightly shows, and more.

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Kusadasi

This comfortable hotel is located just outside of the Kusadasi City Center. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, a private beach area, and a fitness center. Nearby, you’ll find the Kusadasi Grand Bazaar, Kusadasi Castle, and a...

Çelik Palas Hotel Convention Center & Thermal Spa

This world-class hotel is located in Bursa. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, fitness center, and sauna. Nearby you’ll find the Ataturk Museum, the Resat Oyal Culture Park, and the Bursa Archaeological Museum.

Grand Hotel Gülsoy

This lavish hotel is located in the center of old Istanbul. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, a Turkish bath, and bicycle rentals. Nearby, you’ll find the Historical Old Bazaar, Sarachane Park, and the Süleymaniye Mosque.

Dinler Hotels - Ürgüp

This contemporary hotel is located in Cappadocia. Guests enjoy indoor and outdoor pools, a Turkish bath, and laundry services. Nearby, you’ll find the Zelve Open Air Museum and the Karanlik Kilise.

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Flights

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