Turkey and Greek Islands with 4-night cruise
Turkey and Greek Islands with 4-night cruise
$2420
Turkey and Greek Islands with 4-night cruise
10 Days Starting in Ankara, Turkey and ending in Izmir, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Selçuk, Ephesus, İzmir, Kusadasi, Rhodes, Fira, Mikonos, Izmir
Tour operator:
Tour code:
828406
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey and the Greek Islands with this captivating land and cruise tour. Begin your adventure by exploring Turkey's iconic landmarks, including the underground cities of Cappadocia, the rock-cut churches, and the ancient Roman cities of Hierapolis and Ephesus. Discover the House of the Virgin Mary and delve into early Christian history with expert guides. Then, set sail on a 4-night cruise to the enchanting Greek islands, visiting the stunning locales of Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete, and Santorini. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in 4-star hotels and a private cabin on the Celestyal Cruise, with all transfers and meals included. This bilingual tour offers small group experiences in English and Portuguese, ensuring a personalized and enriching travel experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul-Ankara
Location: Istanbul, Ankara
Accommodation Name: Eresin Hotel Topkapi or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Pick up between 12:00-13:00 from your hotels (city centered) Departure to Ankara (450 km) by our deluxe coach passing through the intercontinental bridge in Istanbul. Arrival in the capital of the country. Dinner at the hotel.Overnight: Ankara Meals: DinnerPossibility to book pre-accommodation in Istanbul with day excursions.
Day 2 : Ankara - Cappadocia
Location: Ankara, Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Eresin Hotel Topkapi or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast. We will visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and make a stop at the Ataturk Mausoleum. In the afternoon, transfer to the Cappadocia region, also known as “land of beautiful horses”. Along the way, stop at Salt Lake, the largest lake in Central Anatolia. Upon arrival in the Cappadocia region, visit an underground city and attend the Whirling Dervishes ritual founded by Mevlana, a famous Islamic mystic. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 3 : Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Grand Mercure or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast. Full-day tour of Cappadocia. In the morning we will visit the Goreme Valley and the Goreme Open Air Museum, considered as a National Park by UNESCO. Lunch. Continue to Uchisar, which stands on top of a promontory. Visit of the Pasabag and Avcilar Valleys. Visit to craft centers, carpets... Return to the hotel.Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 4 : Cappadocia-Pamukkale
Location: Cappadocia, Pamukkale
Accommodation Name: Perissia or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast and early departure. Along the way, visit a Seljuk caravanserai on the legendary Silk Road, which served as a stopping place for trade, pilgrimage or military caravans. We will continue to Pamukkale.Overnight: Pamukkale Meals: Breakfast - Dinner
Day 5 : Pamukkale-Ephesus-Izmır Or Kusadasi
Location: Pamukkale, Selçuk, Ephesus, İzmir
Accommodation Name: Perissia or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) with petrified waterfalls and Hierapolis. Trip to Selcuk. Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where according to belief, she spent her last days. Continue to the ancient city of Ephesus and visit the Library of Celsus, the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the Temple of Domitian, the theater and other ruins. Visit to a fur factory. Dinner and overnight in Izmir or Kusadasi.Overnight: İzmir or Kuşadasi Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 6 : Izmir Or Kusadasi - Patmos
Location: Kusadasi
Accommodation Name: Hierapark or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast , transfer to Kusadasi port for embarkation Sail to Patmos to discover the tiny Greek island, where St. John the Divine wrote Revelation. The 11th-century monastery with its valuable manuscript collection is well worth a visit.Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 7 : Rhodes
Location: Rhodes
Accommodation Name: DoubleTree Hilton or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dock in Rhodes, largest of the Dodecanese Islands and site of the legendary Colossus of Rhodes, a 105-foot statue destroyed by an earthquake in 224 BC. Explore the sites in the historic Old City with its ramparts and palaces built by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. Another possibility: join an optional excursion to Lindos and the Citadel of the Knights. If sightseeing is not your preference, Rhodes’ sun-drenched beaches and vibrant shopping districts are within easy walking distance of the port. Depart from Rhodes around dinner time.Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 8 : Crete - Santorini
Location: Fira
Accommodation Name: Celestyal Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the morning in Heraklion on the island of Crete. A few miles away is Knossos, the hub of the 3000-BC Minoan civilization; an optional excursion can be booked. Next port of call (weather permitting) is Santorini, the “Black Pearl of the Aegean.” The optional shore excursion here takes you up to the cliff-top village of Oia for one of the world’s most breathtaking panoramas.Overnight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 9 : Athens - Mykonos
Location: Mikonos
Accommodation Name: Celestyal Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast you will join half day Athens City and Acropolis excursion (included). Afternoon you will sail for Mykonos. Arrive in the evening in Mykonos, a granite island and the most typical of the Cyclades. Its white and blue houses, windmills, and chapels seem to make the island’s light even more translucent. Spend some time visiting a taverna or just wandering around the town, enjoying its timeless beautyOvernight: Onboard Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Day 10 : Kusadasi - Izmir Departure
Location: Kusadasi, Izmir
Accommodation Name: Celestyal Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast you will disembark to Kusadasi port around 08:00 AM and you will be transferred to Izmir International for your onward flight (can be extended to Istanbul. Please consult us during your booking). End of our services
What's Included
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Local Tour Guides
Local tour guides are provided at each site according to your language selection (English, Spanish, or Portuguese).
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Entrance Fees
All entrance fees mentioned in the program are included.
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Transport
All transfers and transportation are included as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless journey through Turkey and the Greek Islands.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Shore Excursions
Shore excursions during the cruise program are not included.
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Optional Tips
Optional tips to the guides and drivers are not included.
Mode of Transport
All transfers and transportation are included as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless journey through Turkey and the Greek Islands.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in 4-star hotels across Turkey, including stays in Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Izmir, followed by 4 nights in an internal private cabin on the Celestyal Cruise.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights in 4-star hotels across Turkey, with stays in Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Izmir. This is followed by 4 nights in an internal private cabin on the Celestyal Cruise.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 9 dinners. A beverage package is included only during cruise meals.
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What languages are the tours conducted in?
The tour is bilingual, conducted in English and either Portuguese or Spanish. English and Portuguese groups are small group tours with a maximum of 17 travelers, while Spanish guided tours accommodate around 35 travelers.
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What is the maximum group size for the English and Portuguese tours?
The maximum group size for the English and Portuguese tours is 17 travelers.
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What are some of the key historical sites visited during the tour?
The tour visits several key historical sites including the underground cities of Cappadocia, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, the Ataturk Mausoleum, the ancient city of Ephesus, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Additionally, the tour includes visits to the Goreme Valley and Open Air Museum, and the Seljuk caravanserai on the Silk Road.
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What is the itinerary for the cruise portion of the tour?
The cruise portion of the tour includes visits to the Greek islands of Patmos, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, and Mykonos. Highlights include exploring the historic Old City of Rhodes, visiting Knossos on Crete, and enjoying the cliff-top views in Santorini.
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Are shore excursions during the cruise included in the tour package?
No, shore excursions during the cruise program are not included in the tour package.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.