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Istanbul, Turkey
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Finish
Santorini, Greece
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Trip Code
ERPIC
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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
15 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Boat, Plane, Ferry, Taxi
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Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (10 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
From £7,385(17 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Feast your eyes on the best of Turkey and Greece's otherworldly sights, from the marble streets of ancient Ephesus to the psychedelic rockscapes of Cappadocia and the legendary caldera of Santorini.
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Get to know the real Turkey during Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class with a local chef, visit to an empowering carpet weaving cooperative, and traditional dinner at a locals home in Cappadocia.
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Understand the dazzling variety of Greek produce during Exclusive Experiences, including a kitron tasting, an afternoon of wine tasting in Santorini and a hands-on cooking class with a local in Naxos.
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Join experienced local leaders as you stroll the ancient streets of Ephesus, explore the legendary ruins of Pergamon and discover the history and charming villages of Paros.
Is this trip right for you?
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Pickpocketing can be an issue in Athens, especially on public transport. But if you keep your valuables concealed and secure while travelling on the metro or bus, you should have no problems.
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Summer temperatures in Greece can reach up to 40°C, so you will need to be able to cope with the heat if you're visiting at this time. Please consider the time of year and your suitability to visiting during that season.
Itinerary
Experience the best of Turkey and Greece
Dive into the magic of the Mediterranean on a 17-day Premium exploration of Turkey and Greece. Discover stunning islands and a sunken city, explore ancient cities, cruise the Bosphorus in a private boat, and marvel at diverse landscapes, from the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia to the glittering Mediterranean Coast. Hop across to the storied city of Athens, explore the charming villages of Paros, uncover ancient riches in Naxos and soak up million-dollar views in Santorini. With knowledgeable local leaders and a group of keen travellers by your side, you’re never far away from an unforgettable moment.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Istanbul
- DAY 2Day 2 • Istanbul
- DAY 3Day 3 • Pergamon - Kusadasi
- DAY 4Day 4 • Ephesus - Kusadasi
- DAY 5Day 5 • Kusadasi
- DAY 6Day 6 • Cappadocia
- DAY 7Day 7 • Cappadocia
- DAY 8Day 8 • Istanbul
- DAY 9Day 9 • Athens
- DAY 10Day 10 • Paros
- DAY 11Day 11 • Paros
- DAY 12Day 12 • Naxos
- DAY 13Day 13 • Naxos
- DAY 14Day 14 • Naxos
- DAY 15Day 15 • Santorini
- DAY 16Day 16 • Santorini
- DAY 17Day 17 • Santorini
Inclusions
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15 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
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Private vehicle, Boat, Plane, Ferry, Taxi
bed Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (10 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
festival Included activities
circleIstanbul - Welcome Dinner
circleIstanbul - Welcome Meeting
circleIstanbul - Blue Mosque Visit
circleIstanbul - Orientation Walk
circleIstanbul - Private Bosphorus Cruise
circlePergamon - Ancient City Visit & Cable Car
circleEphesus - Archaeological site visit
circleSelcuk - Sultanköy Carpet Demonstration & Picnic Lunch
circleSirince - Cooking Class
circleIzmir - Flight to Kayseri
circleCappadocia - Home-cooked lunch
circleCappadocia - Goreme Open Air Museum
circleCappadocia - Panoramic Sights Tour
circleCappadocia - Kaymakli Underground City
circleCappadocia - Pottery demonstration
circleCappadocia - Red Valley Hike
circleIstanbul - Farewell Dinner
circleAthens - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleParos - Highlights of Paros Half Day Island Tour with Local Guide
circleNaxos - Old Town Walk & Portara Guided Tour
circleNaxos - Cooking Class at a Local Farm
circleNaxos - Kaloxylos Olive Oil Press
circleSantorini - Caldera Hike
circleSantorini - Winery visit with tasting and food pairing
circleSantorini - Mythology and Wine experience
museum Optional activities
circleIstanbul - Topkapi Palace Combined Ticket (Topkapi Palace + Hagia Irene + Harem) - TRY2000
circlePamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park - EUR30
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Regular Flight - EUR200
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Deluxe Flight - EUR230
circleAthens - Acropolis Museum - EUR20
circleAthens - National Gallery of Athens - EUR10
circleAthens - Half day trip to Cape Sounio - EUR55
circleAthens - Numismatic Museum - EUR15
circleAthens - National Archaeological Museum - EUR15
circleAthens - Acropolis Archeological site (tickets must be booked online) - EUR30
circleParos - Catamaran Day Trip to Antiparos and Despotiko with Lunch - EUR95
circleParos - Farm Visit Tour and Tastings - EUR45
circleParos - Public Ferry from Paros to Antiparos ( Summer months RTN ticket) - EUR8
circleNaxos - Koufonissia & Rina Cave Cruise - EUR90
circleNaxos - Mykonos and Delos One Day Cruise from Naxos - EUR75
circleNaxos - Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos - EUR35
circleSantorini - Akrotiri Archaeological site - EUR20
circleSantorini - Thira Prehistoric Museum - EUR10
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Saturday May 31, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Saturday Aug 16, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£8,052
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Saturday Sep 06, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£8,206£7,385
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. This trip includes domestic flights. The luggage allowance is 15kg for check in luggage and 8kg for carry on. You can store excess luggage at the start point hotel.
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4. This trip is a combination of two trips. Please review the Itinerary for details of when your fellow travellers and leader will change.
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