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Classical Greece and Istanbul - 14D/13N
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Classical Greece and Istanbul - 14D/13N

Athens 3N, Nafplio 1N, Patras 1N, Galaxidi 1N, Volos 1N, Thessaloniki 2N, Xanthi 1N, Istanbul 3N

At this trip we will attempt a connection between two civilizations, two different cultures that are so different, but also so similar. We will learn the ancient history of Greece, we will visit the cradle of civilization the Acropolis and some of the most characteristic monuments of the ancient world, such as Olympia, the place where the Olympic Games were born, the oracle of Delphi and the sanctuaries in the Nafplio area. We will visit the second largest city Thessaloniki and then with a visit to Xanthi we will connect Greece with Ottoman civilization. Istanbul and the shores of the Bosporus, once Constantinople for the Greeks, is the big city where we will end our trip.
Day 1: Arrival at Athens
Day 2: Athens City Tour: Akropolis & Syntagma
Day 3: Excursion to the Temple of Poseidon
Day 4: Road to Nafplio: Corinth Canal, Mycenae & City Walk
Day 5: Through Peloponnese: Dimitsana & Olympia, Overnight in Patras
Day 6: Road Trip: Rio-Antirio Bridge, Nafpaktos & Galaxidi
Day 7: Delphi Sightseeing & Arrival in Volos
Day 8: Meteora Monasteries & Arrival in Thessaloniki
Day 9: Thessaloniki City Tour: Landmarks and Museum
Day 10: From Thessaloniki to Xanthi via Kavala
Day 11: Arrival in Istanbul: Byzantine & Ottoman Splendor
Day 12: Istanbul City Tour: Hagia Sophia, Patriarchate & Dolmabahçe Palace
Day 13: Day Cruise to the Princes' Islands
Day 14: Departure from Istanbul

Inclusions

Hotel, Breakfast, Transport :
-Privately owned, luxury buses, 2025 and 2026 models, with highly experienced drivers.
-Discover the ancient wonders of Athens, exploring the iconic Acropolis, Panathenaic Stadium, Syntagma Square, and the lively Monastiraki district.
-Enjoy a scenic excursion to Cape Sounion, visiting the dramatic Temple of Poseidon overlooking the sparkling Aegean Sea.
-Journey through legendary Greek history, visiting the Corinth Canal, the ancient kingdom of Mycenae, and the romantic seaside town of Nafplio with a boat ride to Bourtzi Fortress.
-Explore the spiritual and cultural heart of Greece, including Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and the mystical sanctuary of Delphi.
-Experience the breathtaking beauty of Meteora and Thessaloniki, from the UNESCO-listed cliff-top monasteries to the vibrant city known for the White Tower and rich Macedonian heritage.

Exclusions

-City tax payable directly at hotel. (€6–€10 per person per night for 3–4 hotels)
-Tips for the driver, tour manager, and local tour guide are to be paid separately.
-Any increase in airfare, visa fees, airport taxes, fuel surcharges, government levies, or newly introduced taxes post-booking.
-Charges for airline seat upgrades, hotel room upgrades, or flight deviation requests.
-Fluctuations in the foreign exchange rate leading to a rise in land arrangement costs prior to departure.
-Pre- or post-tour hotel accommodation and services not included in the itinerary.
-Additional expenses due to route changes, airline amendments, date changes, or accommodation modifications arising from unforeseen or force majeure circumstances.
-Porterage, laundry, telephone calls, personal shopping, alcoholic beverages, and meals or snacks not specified in the group menu.
-Expenses arising from personal illness, medical emergencies, hospitalization, or accidents during the tour.
-Charges for optional activities, excursions, or services not mentioned in the itinerary.
-For direct joiners, airport transfers are not included and must be arranged independently for arrival and departure.
-No refund will be provided for unused services, missed sightseeing, or any activities not availed during the tour.