17 Days Greece Mainland, Greek Islands and Turkey Highlights (Tailor Made)

17 Days Greece Mainland, Greek Islands and Turkey Highlights (Tailor Made)

Greece and Turkey , two different countries and yet so alike: common history, same cuisine, very similar music and dances, related habits and hundreds of common..

Day 1: Arrival transfer Athens
Arrival in Athens, transfer to your hotel and free time to recover from travel.
Overnight in Athens.

Day 2: Athens Sightseeing & Acropolis Half Day Morning Tour 
Explore some of Greece’s greatest treasures and the best of modern Athens on this zero-carbon 3.5-hour morning Athens sightseeing tour. With an expert guide, take a coach tour of the major  Athens sites, including the Greek Parliament and Panathenaic Stadium. Then, explore the Acropolis on foot to see the majestic Parthenon and other highlights. after the tour free time in Plaka
Overnight in Athens. (B)

Day 3: On Tour Three Days Classical Tour from Athens: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi 1
After being picked up from your central Athens hotel, depart from our terminal for a three-day journey along the coastal National Highway, stopping briefly at the iconic Corinth Canal. Continue to Epidaurus and visit the Ancient Theatre, world famous for its outstanding acoustics. Next, travel to Argolis, home to Homer’s legendary Golden Mycenae, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major hub of ancient Greek civilization. Dating back to the 2nd century B.C., Mycenae was a powerful military stronghold in southern Greece. Highlights include the Cyclopean Walls, the Lion’s Gate, the Royal Tombs of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, and the Treasury of Atreus, a stunning structure from the 14th century B.C.  In the afternoon depart for Olympia, the birth place of the Olympic Games, through the cites of Tripolis and Megalopolis. 
Overnight stay in Delphi. (B)

Day 4: On Tour Three Days Classical Tour from Athens: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi 2
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel and then meet your guide for a tour of Olympia archaeological site with the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Stadium and the archaeological Museum. Depart via Patras to Rio, cross the Corinthian bay by the famous new bridge to Antirion. Pass by the city of Nafpaktos and from there on, along the coastal road to Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. In the afternoon visit the picturesque mountain village of Arachova.
Overnight stay in Delphi. (B)

Day 5 : On Tour Three Days Classical Tour from Athens: Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Delphi 3
Set off early and visit the archaeological site and the Museum of Delphi. Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world remains one of the most important UNESCO world heritage sites in Europe. Pass by Castalia spring, visit at the archaeological site and view the monument of the Argive Kings, the treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the Polygonal Wall, the monument of Platea and the Temple of Apollo famous for its oracle and Delphi museum, with it's spectacular exhibits include the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, the Naxian Sphinx, the Statue of Antinoos the metopes of the Athenian treasury, the famous bronze Charioteer, and many other artifacts. After enjoying an optional lunch in a traditional restaurant in Delphi, you’ll return back to Athens, arriving in the early evening.
Overnight in Athens  (B)

Day 6: Athens - Santorini
Transfer to Pire Port. 
Ferry from Athens to Santorini 
Overnight Santorini (B)

Day 7: Santorini
Day at leisure or optional tour 
Overnight Santorini (B)

Day 8: Santorini - Mykonos
Ferry from Santorini to Mykonos
Overnight Mykonos (B)

Day 9: Mykonos
Day at leisure or optional tour 
Overnight Mykonos (B)

Day 10: Mykonos - Kusadasi 
By Ferry from Mykonos to Kusadasi via Samos
*Mykonos - Samos ferries are running 2 to 5 days in a week from early May to late September   
**Samos - Kusadasi ferries run every morning from 1st April till end of October.
By Flight from Mykonos to Izmir via Athens
*IMykonos - Izmir Flights (via Athens) are running all year round.  
Upon your arrival in Izmir Airport transfer to your hotel for overnight.  
Overnight Kusadasi (B)

Day 11: Pamukkale Tour - Kusadasi 
In the morning, we depart for Pamukkale, cotton cas-tles and Heirapolis, including magnificently preserved necropolis, the main steet, gates, thermal baths, the Greco Roman theatre and the Basilica of St. Philippe. Swim in a theraputic bath of hot spring mineral waters.
Overnight in Kusadasi (B)

Day 12: Kusadasi - Ephesus Tour - Cappadocia
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of the site of one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the world, the site of Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus with its well preserved colonnaded Arcadian Way, Hadrians Temple, Celsus Library, market and theatre.. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the city and stadium where chariot and horse races were once held. You will also have the chance to experience some Turkish handicrafts and to visit the pilgrimage point claimed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary
After the tour transfer to Izmir Airport
Flight from Izmir to Cappadocia (direct or via Istanbul) 
Upon arrival Airport transfer to your hotel for overnight.
O/N Cappadocia (B)

Day 13: Cappadocia F/D Goreme Region Tour - Cappadocia
05:00-08:00 optional Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride
Visit Devrent Valley, Goreme Panorama, Pasabag Valley, Open Air Museum, Avanos, Uchisar Village
O/N Cappadocia (B)

Day 14: Cappadocia F/D Underground City Region Tour (10:00-16:00) - Cappadocia / Kusadasi
Red Valley, Rose Valley, Cavusin Village, Underground City, Pigeon Valley
Transfer to Kayseri Airport for your Istanbul flight.
Flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
Upon arrival Airport transfer to your hotel for overnight.
O/N Istanbul (B)

Day 15: F/D Istanbul Old City Walking Tour – Istanbul
Visit the most important popular sites of Istanbul in one full day tour.
Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hipodromme, Grand Bazaar
19:30-23:59 Optional Dinner Cruise with Turkish Entertainment
O/N Istanbul (B)

Day 16: H/D Morning Bosphorus Cruise (09:00-13:00) – Istanbul
One of the most beautiful sights in the world, the Bosphorus & Bazaars. This tour includes Bosphorus Cruise by Regular Boat, Spice Market
Free afternoon
O/N Istanbul (B)

Day 17: The end of our service
After breakfast enjoy your breakfast and transfer to Airport
(B)

B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner