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Highlights of Turkey & the Greek Islands
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Start
Istanbul, Turkey
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Finish
Santorini, Greece
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Trip Code
ERSZC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
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Transport
Private Bus, Public Bus, Overnight Train, Plane, Ferry
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Accommodation
Hotel (13 nights), Overnight Train (1 night)
From £3,445(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Discover the incredible ancient and modern history of Turkey as you explore thousands of years of history hidden within the remarkable ruins of Ephesus and discover Gallipoli on a guided tour that will teach you about the significant events that took place in this area.
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Taste local fruit wines in one of the best-preserved Greek Ottoman villages in the country. Get to know the friendly locals with a home-made lunch at a local family in Cappadocia.
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Travel and stay a little differently – and come home with memories to last a lifetime – from taking local buses and trains, to staying in one of the cave hotels that Cappadocia is famed for.
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Get a birds-eye view of Cappadocia’s caves, fairy chimneys and honeycomb terrain with an optional balloon ride over this other-worldly landscape.
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Uncover thousands of years of civilisation in Athens with a visit to the world-famous Acropolis and the ancient Agora.
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Wander through the charming villages of Syros. When night falls, indulge in delicious seafood dinners in traditional tavernas as Rembetika music floats around you.
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With its boutique culture, gorgeous beaches and thumping nightlife, the chic isle of Mykonos invites you to embrace your hedonistic side.
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The sight of a Santorini sunset can turn even the most hardened of souls into a romantic. Walk along the volcanic rim of the island from Thira to Oia, passing through picturesque white villages that cling to plunging cliffs.
Is this trip right for you?
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You will need to carry your bags on and off local trams and trains and ferries during this trip. Some of the Greek Islands are very hilly and mountainous, which means lots and lots of steps are an inherent feature of the landscape. You will have to be able to easily lift your luggage and carry it up and down stairs and inclines. Also, stone streets become very slippery when wet.
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There is an overnight train on this trip, the train is twin share with comfortable beds and all linen is supplied.
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Transport in Greece is by way of large ferries that transport hundreds of people, along with cars and trucks. There are no reserved seats and passengers are free to walk around the ferry freely. Luggage is stored in a designated area on the car deck and is not accessible while the ferry is moving.
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Summer temperatures in Turkey and Greece can reach up to 40°C, which can be uncomfortable for those not used to the heat. On the other hand, early in the season (April) many businesses may still be closed and the weather is unpredictable, however you may have some of the major sights almost to yourself. Please consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
Itinerary
Experience the history, traditions, flavours and beaches of Turkey and Greece on this well-balance tour
If you’re looking for world-famous ruins, postcard-perfect beaches, epic history and a healthy dose of mouth-watering cuisine, a Greek holiday is probably high on your list, but did you know all of these treasures can be found in Turkey too? You’d be missing out if you visited one and not the other, so we created the perfect two-week adventure for you. Glimpse Turkey and Greece’s glorious past on visits to Ephesus and the island of Delos. Compare Turkey’s version of beach life with that found on the Greek Islands. And debate which country serves up the tastiest cuisine. Balancing traditional towns with tourist hotspots, unique cultural experiences with bucket-list items, and free time with planned excursion, this trip to Turkey and Greece has all the makings of an unforgettable adventure.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Istanbul
- DAY 2Day 2 • Canakkale
- DAY 3Day 3 • Selcuk
- DAY 4Day 4 • Ephesus/Overnight Train
- DAY 5Day 5 • Konya / Cappadocia
- DAY 6Day 6 • Cappadocia
- DAY 7Day 7 • Cappadocia to Istanbul
- DAY 8Day 8 • Athens
- DAY 9Day 9 • Syros
- DAY 10Day 10 • Syros
- DAY 11Day 11 • Mykonos
- DAY 12Day 12 • Delos / Mykonos
- DAY 13Day 13 • Santorini
- DAY 14Day 14 • Santorini
- DAY 15Day 15 • Santorini
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Private Bus, Public Bus, Overnight Train, Plane, Ferry
bed Accommodation
Hotel (13 nights), Overnight Train (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleIstanbul - Old City Walking Tour (Half Day)
circleGallipoli - Fully guided Gallipoli tour & visit to the Commonwealth graveyards
circleSirince - Village visit and fruit wine tasting
circleTroy - Archaeological site visit
circleSelcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
circleEphesus - Archaeological site visit
circleSelcuk - Artemis Temple Visit
circleSelcuk - Gozleme making demonstration and lunch
circleCappadocia - Kaymakli Underground City
circleKonya - Mevlana Museum
circleCappadocia - Valley walk
circleCappadocia - Dinner at Local Family Home
circleSyros - Loukoumia Workshop Visit
circleSyros - Ano Syros Walk
circleSyros - Dinner at remotely located village
circleDelos - Day Trip to the Island of Delos
circleDelos - Archaeological Site
circleSantorini - Caldera Rim Hike to Oia
museum Optional activities
circleIstanbul - Bosphorus Boat Cruise (Public Boat) - TRY200
circleIstanbul - Topkapi Palace Combined Ticket (Topkapi Palace + Hagia Irene + Harem) - TRY2000
circleIstanbul - Galata Tower - EUR30
circleIstanbul - Hagia Sophia - EUR25
circleIstanbul - Archaeology Museum - EUR15
circleIstanbul - Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts - EUR17
circleSelcuk - Basilica of St John - EUR6
circleSelcuk - Ephesus Archaeological Museum - EUR10
circleEphesus - Terrace Houses entry - EUR15
circleGoreme - Whirling dervish performance - EUR30
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Regular Flight - EUR200
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Deluxe Flight - EUR230
circleGoreme - Open Air Museum - EUR20
circleAthens - Acropolis Pass for 5 Sites - EUR30
circleAthens - National Archaeological Museum - EUR15
circleAthens - Day trip to the Saronic Islands - EUR140
circleAthens - Day Trip to Delphi - EUR60
circleAthens - Lycabettus Hill - Free
circleAthens - Numismatic Museum - EUR15
circleAthens - Twilight Athens Urban Adventure - EUR99
circleAthens - Acropolis Museum - EUR30
circleAthens - Half day trip to Cape Sounio - EUR55
circleSyros - Archaeological Sites & Ruins - EUR5
circleSyros - Industrial Museum of Syros - EUR2
circleSyros - Historical tour of Ermoupolis Textile Heritage Museum - EUR20
circleMykonos - Aegean Maritime Museum - EUR4
circleMykonos - House of Lena - EUR2
circleMykonos - Trip to Village of Ano Mera (by public bus) - EUR4
circleMykonos - Paradise Beach (by public bus) - EUR4
circleMykonos - Super Paradise Beach (by public bus) - EUR10
circleMyconos - Cooking Class in Myconian house & farm - EUR150
circleSantorini - Museum of Prehistoric Thira - EUR10
circleSantorini - Volcano & Hot Springs Half Day Trip (by boat) - EUR25
circleSantorini - Beer tasting at local brewery - EUR30
circleSantorini - Wine museum and wine tasting from - EUR25
circleSantorini - Archelogical site of Akrotiri - EUR20
circleSantorini - Sunset Cruise & Dinner - EUR90
circleSantorini - Semi Private Sunset Catamaran cruise & Dinner - EUR160
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Important notes
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1. This trip starts in Istanbul on Day 1 at 1.00pm. This allows time after the joining meeting to explore Istanbul with your Leader.
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2. A single supplement bookable for this trip, excluding Day 4 (Overnight train). Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. There is a 15kg checked and 8kg luggage restriction for the domestic flight in Turkey.
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The international connection between Istanbul and Athens has a 23 kg checked in luggage allowance and 8 kg hand luggage.
Reviews (4)
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Michael
Jun 25, 2024
My trips with intrepid have been exceptional the guides were attentive knowledgeable nothing was too much trouble met some great people and the overall experience was great I would recommend intrepid to anyone who's looking for a great experience
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Suzanne
Nov 05, 2022
This trip was a delight!! Our local guides were smart, kind and patient and knew all the best places to eat. Loved the fast paced energy of the Turkey activities followed by a more leisurely exploration of the Greek Islands. So many special experiences—we were surprised and amazed at every turn!
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Karen
Sep 05, 2022
Having never been to Europe I found the Intrepid tour a great way to travel. The tour guides are so knowledgeable and insure that everything runs smoothly. Very easy way to travel meeting great people and doing and seeing amazing and beautiful places.
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Daniel
Jul 09, 2022
The Turkey and Greek Highlights tour was exceptional! We were led by the best tour leaders/guides (Aynur in Turkey and Aris in Greece) who had the utmost concern for our safety and enjoyment. The itinerary was well planned with a good balance of activities as well as spare time. All at a reasonable price. I cannot recommend this trip enough!