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Istanbul to Athens Adventure 2027|2028

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From Istanbul to Athens
4.1
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  • Hagia Sophia in Istanbul glowing in warm sunset light, framed by gardens with autumn foliage.
  • Circular marina filled with fishing boats and yachts bordered by white city buildings on a bright day.
  • Colorful hillside town with large ‘KUSADASI’ sign overlooking the Aegean coast.
  • Aerial view of Mykonos whitewashed town, iconic windmills, and turquoise Aegean Sea.
  • Iconic blue-domed churches of Oia perched on Santorini’s caldera cliffs above a shimmering sea.
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hagia Sophia
    • Visit the Grand Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Hagia Sophia
    Grand Bazaar
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Dardanelles - Kepez

    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through the Dardanelles Strait

    Optional Activities

    • Explore World War I memorials at Gallipoli
    • Visit Troy's archaeological ruins
    • Enjoy Kepez's seaside cafés and nearby natural landscapes
    Landmarks
    Dardanelles Strait
    Gallipoli
    Troy
  3. Day 3

    Kusadasi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the ancient city of Ephesus
    • Walk along marble streets lined with columns and temples
    • Visit the Library of Celsus
    • Browse vibrant bazaars
    • Stroll along seaside promenades
    Landmarks
    Ephesus
    Library of Celsus
  4. Day 4

    Patmos

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian
    • Explore the Cave of the Apocalypse
    • Wander narrow cobblestone lanes and whitewashed houses in Chora
    • Discover traditional villages
    • Relax at pristine coves
    • Sample authentic Greek cuisine with freshly caught seafood and local cheeses
    Landmarks
    Monastery of Saint John the Theologian
    Cave of the Apocalypse
    Chora
  5. Day 5

    Delos - Mykonos

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the ruins of Delos
    • Wander among grand mosaics and ancient temples on Delos
    • Lose yourself in maze of narrow lanes in Mykonos
    • Discover chic boutiques in Mykonos
    • Visit waterfront tavernas in Mykonos
    • View iconic windmills in Mykonos
    Landmarks
    Delos
    Mykonos
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Santorini

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Fira for caldera views
    • Explore Oia with blue-domed churches and bougainvillea
    • Relax on volcanic-sand beaches
    • Sample crisp local wines
    Landmarks
    Fira
    Oia
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Milos

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Sarakiniko landscape
    • Visit fishing villages of Klima
    • Visit fishing villages of Pollonia
    • Visit the archaeological museum
    Landmarks
    Sarakiniko
    Klima
    Pollonia
    Venus de Milo
  8. Day 8

    Athens

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Acropolis
    • Explore the Parthenon
    • Discover historic landmarks in Athens
    Landmarks
    Acropolis
    Parthenon

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