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Start
Istanbul, Turkey
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Finish
Santorini, Greece
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Trip Code
ERPMC
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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
21 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Boat, Plane, Ferry, Taxi
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Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (17 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
From £7,172(23 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 Cotton Castle of Pamukkale to the psychedelic rockscapes of Cappadocia and the legendary caldera of Santorini.
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Indulge in iconic Feature Stays in a dreamlike cave hotel in Cappadocia and a whitewashed hotel with spectacular views in Santorini.
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Get to know the real Turkey during Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class with a celebrated chef in Selcuk, a visit to an empowering carpet weaving cooperative, and a traditional dinner at a local home in Cappadocia.
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Understand the dazzling variety of Greek produce during Exclusive Experiences, including a kitron tasting at a local distillery, 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, uncover the secrets of Sagalassos, explore the legendary ruins of Troy and discover the history and charming villages of Paros.
Is this trip right for you?
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There are a couple of long drives on this trip, in particular on Day 6. These journeys are by private vehicle and although they may be a little tiring, they're a great chance to sit back and enjoy the passing scenery and chat to your fellow travellers.
Itinerary
Turkish delights and Grecian grandeur – all in one
Dive into the magic of the Mediterranean on a 23-day Premium adventure through Turkey and Greece. Discover stunning islands and a sunken city, enjoy guided tours of Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Antalya and more, 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 • Gallipoli - Canakkale
- DAY 3Day 3 • Troy - Selçuk
- DAY 4Day 4 • Ephesus - Sirince - Selçuk
- DAY 5Day 5 • Pamukkale
- DAY 6Day 6 • Kas
- DAY 7Day 7 • Kas
- DAY 8Day 8 • Phaselis - Antalya
- DAY 9Day 9 • Antalya
- DAY 10Day 10 • Konya
- DAY 11Day 11 • Cappadocia
- DAY 12Day 12 • Cappadocia
- DAY 13Day 13 • Cappadocia
- DAY 14Day 14 • Istanbul
- DAY 15Day 15 • Athens
- DAY 16Day 16 • Paros
- DAY 17Day 17 • Paros
- DAY 18Day 18 • Naxos
- DAY 19Day 19 • Naxos
- DAY 20Day 20 • Naxos
- DAY 21Day 21 • Santorini
- DAY 22Day 22 • Santorini
- DAY 23Day 23 • Santorini
Inclusions
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21 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
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Private vehicle, Boat, Plane, Ferry, Taxi
bed Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (17 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
festival Included activities
circleIstanbul - City Tour
circleIstanbul - Blue Mosque Visit
circleIstanbul - Welcome Dinner
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleGallipoli - Anzac Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair
circleTroy - Archaeological site visit
circleSelcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
circleEphesus - Archaeological site visit
circleSirince - Village visit and fruit wine tasting
circleSelcuk - Cooking class
circlePamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park
circleKas - Leader-led orientation walk
circleKas - Sailing trip with seafood lunch
circleAntalya - Leader-led orientation walk
circleAntalya - Phaselis Ancient City
circleAntalya - Antalya Museum
circleKonya - Mevlana Museum
circleCappadocia - Leader-led orientation walk
circleCappadocia - Sunset drinks
circleCappadocia - Valley walk
circleCappadocia - Goreme Open Air Museum
circleCappadocia - Carpet weaving co-op
circleCappadocia - Pottery demonstration
circleCappadocia - Ozkonak Underground City
circleCappadocia - Kizilcukur Valley
circleCappadocia - Home-cooked dinner
circleAthens - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
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
circleIstanbul - Hagia Sophia - EUR25
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
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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Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Monday Jun 30, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£9,323
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Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£9,191£7,352
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Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£8,965
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Sunday Aug 10, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£8,965£7,172
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Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£9,235£7,388
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Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£9,455£7,564
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Sunday Aug 31, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£9,565£7,652
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Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£11,308£10,743
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Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Monday Oct 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£10,802£10,262
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Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£10,566£10,037
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Sunday Apr 26, 2026
Monday May 18, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
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Sunday May 03, 2026
Monday May 25, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£9,592
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Sunday May 10, 2026
Monday Jun 01, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£9,592
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Sunday Jun 07, 2026
Monday Jun 29, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£9,680
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Sunday Jun 14, 2026
Monday Jul 06, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£9,680
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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 starts at 1pm on Day 1 in Istanbul. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore the city with your leader.
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5. 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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