Descripción
Next departures 2023:
- Complete tour of Greece and Turkey: Starts in Athens and ends in Istanbul. From September 30 to October 17, 2023.Since: 3 895 €
- Tour to Greece: Starts in Athes and ends in Samos. September 30 to October 8, 2023. Since: 2 495 €
- Viaje a Turquía: Starts in Kusadasi and ends in Estambul. October 8 to October 17, 2023. Since: 1 885 €
Important: The program may have changes due to logistical issues due to legislation. After booking the trip we will contact you to offer the most suitable travel or cancellation insurance for the current circumstances.
Itinerary:
- Day 1 – Athens
- Day 2 – Athens
- Day 3 – Athens – Santorini
- Day 4 – Santorini
- Day 5 – Santorini – Mykonos
- Day 6 – Mykonos
- Day 7 – Mykonos – Samos
- Day 8 – Samos
- Day 9 – Kusadasi – Éfeso – Pamukkale
- Day 10 – Pamukkale
- Day 11 – Pamukkale – Capadocia
- Day 12 – Capadocia
- Day 13 – Capadocia – Ankara
- Day 14 – Ankara – Estambul
- Day 15 – Estambul
- Day 16 – Estambul
- Day 17 – Estambul
- Day 18 – Estambul
Meeting Point:
Athens.
*The program may suffer unforeseen changes due to weather conditions, traffic… or the group’s ability to respect the schedule of the activities.
*Dates subject to availability.
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Day 1 – Athens
Our trip to Greece with Unitrips begins. Arrival at Athens airport. Once at the airport departure, the group will be transferred to the hotel where we will have a welcome dinner. Get a good night’s rest as the trip begins!
Did you know that…
– Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world. During its long history, Athens has experienced virtually every possible and imaginable form of government.
– It is the land of the gods of Olympus. In Ancient Greece, the people believed that the world was ruled by the gods who had absolute powers, of which their legends are told.
– The first Olympic Games took place in Athens in 776 BC, gathering a large crowd of onlookers from all over Greece. In addition, the first Olympic Games of the modern era were held in 1896 and took place in Athens.
– On the Acropolis, the site of the temples dedicated to the gods of Olympus. The most significant place, the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, who gave her name to the city. Here are some more curious facts about Greece
Day 2 – Athens
After breakfast, we will take a guided tour of the city. Free time for lunch at Pasalimani. We will visit the Plakka area, a very picturesque place to walk around and get lost among its small streets.
Day 3 – Athens – Santorini
New day, new city. Today we have an included flight to Santorini. Upon arrival we will visit Kamari beach, then check in at the hotel for lunch. We will go to watch the sunset in Oia, one of the best places to see the sunset.
Did you know that…
– The capital of the island of Santorini is Thira or Fira, the main arrival point for tourists. For most of them, it is the most beautiful village in the Aegean.
– Today, Thirassia, a small sister island of Santorini, offers a landscape of reddish volcanic rocks, and you can walk to the heart of the small volcano in the center of the island.
– At sunset it is best to head towards Oia, located in the far north. The views from there will make you understand the fascination that Santorini provokes. A place with a very special atmosphere, where magic prevails.
Day 4 – Santorini
Full day of sightseeing in different parts of the island with free time for lunch. We will have a tour of Santorini with a wine tasting. We will visit the red beach, Perissa, Imerovigli and Thira for sunset. Dinner included at the hotel.
Did you know that…
– The Greek islands are divided into different archipelagos and there are more than 2,000 of them.
– Santorini is an island built in the hollow of a volcano. A wonder of nature, it is crescent-shaped and has cliffs and black sand beaches.
– The main beaches of the island are in the eastern part, around the villages of Kamari and Perissa.
Day 5 – Santorini – Mykonos
After a hearty breakfast, we will board a ferry to Mykonos. Upon arrival we will have lunch included and you will have free time to tour this beautiful town.
Day 6 – Mykonos
Today a guided tour of Mykonos awaits us and in the afternoon you will have free time to do everything you have left to do. Take the opportunity to go shopping.
Day 7 – Mykonos – Samos
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon we board a ferry to travel to Samos with dinner included on board.
Day 8 – Samos
Full day tour of the island of Samos. Afternoon at the beach club.
Day 9- Kusadasi – Ephesus – Pamukkale
We continue our journey to Turkey. Arrival in the town of Kusadasi at 10:00 a.m., continue to Selcuk. We visit Ephesus.
During the tour, we visit the small theater, the marble avenue, the Fountain of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, the Roman Baths, the Library of Celsus, the Great Theater.
We have the visit of the House of the Virgin Mary. Transfer to hotel.
Lunch and dinner included
Day 10 – Pamukkale
We visit the ancient city of Hierapolis and the natural pools formed by lime over thousands of years of Pamukkale. Return to the hotel.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 11 – Pamukkale – Cappadocia.
Breakfast and departure to Cappadocia. Before leaving, we visit a textile factory and store. Continue on the silk road and visit the Caravansarai of Sultanhan.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Day 12 – Cappadocia
Optional: Balloon ride in Cappadocia. We visit the open air museum of Goreme. Continue to the subway city of Saratlı or Ozkonak. Visit to the valley of the fairy chimneys. In Avanos, we pass over the red river Kizilirmak. Visit to a carpet workshop and an onyx and jewelry workshop. Return to the hotel.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
In the evening we continue to the Turkish night show (optional).
Day 13 – Cappadocia – Ankara
Breakfast. Departure to Ankara, visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk. Later, we stop at the Ankara Castle for a coffee and a view of the city.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Day 14 – Ankara – Istanbul.
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to Galata Port for lunch. We visit the best place to contemplate the view of the Golden Horn – Pierre Loti’s Hill.
Breakfast included
Day 15 – Istanbul
Breakfast, visit the Roman Hippodrome to see the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column and the German Fountain. Then, we visit the Blue Mosque. Visit of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace. Lunch. Stop for tea at Seven Hills. Visit to the Basilica Cistern. In the afternoon, we walk about 15 minutes to reach the famous Grand Bazaar. Return to the hotel. Free time at leisure.
Breakfast and lunch included
Day 16 – Istanbul
Visit the Dolmabahçe Palace and the colorful Balat district. Later, we arrive at the Spice Bazaar. Lunch. Continue to the harbor to take our private boat to visit the Bosphorus Strait. Stop at the most famous square in Istanbul, Taksim Square.
Breakfast and lunch included
Day 17 – Istanbul
Breakfast. Optional tour to see another side of Istanbul and the Ortaköy Mosque with the Bosphorus Bridge behind. Then, we pass over the Bosphorus Bridge to reach the Asian side where we will visit various neighborhoods and typical places with wonderful views.
Day 18 – Istanbul
And that’s the end of this tour. We will transfer you to the airport. Or if you want you can continue the adventure… We are going to Egypt! Check out this Trip to Egypt
Includes:
- 18 days and 17 nights
- Flight, Athens – Santorini
- Ferry Santorini – Mykonos
- Ferry Mykonos – Samos
- Flight Ankara – Istanbul
- Transfer airport/accommodation
- Ground transportation
- Accommodation
- 16 breakfasts
- 9 lunches
- 7 dinners
- Wine tasting in Santorini
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Guided tours ESP/ING in Greece
- Group leader
- Assistance throughout the trip
Not included:
- External air tickets
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Services not specified
- Visa or administrative expenses
Optional Activities:
- Balloon flight in Cappadocia
- Santorini Sunset Sailing
- And many more…
Reserve your place with 650€.
And the rest:
– 1st payment of: 2.000 €.
– 2nd payment of: 1.245 €.
Common Questions:
Do you have any doubt? You should read this article to clarify them
Accomodation:
The rooms for this trip to Greece and Turkey are double/twin. The cities where we will sleep may vary depending on the availability of the accommodations, but this does not imply a major change in the course of the program. Unitrips reserves the right to book in nearby cities in case of non-availability.
Participants:
As this is a group trip, it will be carried out only when there is a minimum of 20 participants per trip and a maximum of 45 participants.
Trip organization:
external organization.
Cancellation:
Important: The program may be subject to changes due to logistical issues due to COVID-19 legislation and restrictions.
After booking the trip we will contact you to offer the most suitable travel or cancellation insurance under the current circumstances.
