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Turkey & Greece

08 Nights / 09 Days
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(Istanbul - Athens - Mykonos – Santorini)
  • Itinerary
Day 01
Delhi - Istanbul
 

Departures from Delhi, Arrive Istanbul - Ataturk International Airport, meet & greet by our representative and transfer to hotel. Check in hotel & rest of the day will be leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 02
Istanbul (B)
 
Istanbul (B)

After breakfast you will proceed to Istanbul half day city tour. Firstly we visit the magnificent Byzantine church of St Sophia, one of the finest architectural works in the world, this church has been nominated as the 8th wonder of the world by many historians. Then continue to the Blue Mosque, one of the largest mosques in Istanbul. Dating back to the 17th century, this is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul and is also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. We will also visit the Hippodrome, the former centre of sporting and political activities in Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, the Serpentine Column from Delphi and the fountain of Willhelm II. Our final visit of the morning is to the Grand Bazaar, which in addition to its historical importance, is a bazaar that will tempt you with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. During your tour you will also visit a leather or carpet shop.
Free time for Lunch.

After that you will proceed for half day afternoon Bosphorus by Boat. Your tour starts with a visit to the Egyptian Spice Bazaar which is full of the mystical aromas of various spices and colourful shops selling fruit, vegetables, flowers, fish etc. Next we board our boat for a cruise along the Bosphorus, the waterway separating the two continents of Europe and Asia. As we travel, you will have the chance to see the European style palaces of the Ottomans and the palaces of Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi, in striking contrast to some of the modern villas that line the shores.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 03
Istanbul - Athens (B)
 

After breakfast, check out from hotel, transfer to Istanbul airport for a flight to Athens.
Arrival at Athens International Airport. Meet and greet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Check in and afternoon at leisure. For your first night we take you to unforgettable Athens by night orientation tour followed by folklore dance show and dinner. Back to the hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 04
Athens - Mykonos (B)   by Ferry - 5Hrs 45Mins
 

Early in the morning meet our representative at the hotel and be transferred to Piraeus port with a/c coach for sailing to Mykonos. Arrive to Mykonos port and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon you may enjoy a walking in the capital (Chora) of the island, in order to learn and see more things about the lifestyle and the history of Mykonos. Evening free for relaxing, shopping and having fun. Nightlife of the island it will be unforgettable for you.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 05
Mykonos (B)
 
Mykonos (B)

After breakfast, the day is free at your disposal. We suggest you an optional half day tour to DELOS island. The island of Delos is one of the most important mythological, historical and archaeological sites in Greece. The excavations is the island are among the most extensive in the Mediterranean, Delos had a position as a holy sanctuary for a millennium before Olympian Greek Mythology made it the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 06
Mykonos - Santorini (B)   by Ferry - 4hrs
 

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Mykonos port and sailing to Santorini. Arrive at Santorini Island. Santorini is awesome island with magnificent views and places to be. Afternoon is free at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 07
Santorini (B)
 
Santorini (B)

The Day is free at leissure. Our proposal is optional tour with Caldera-Volcano-Hot Springs & Oia sunset cruise with the below itinerary. The bus will pick you up from your village’s meeting point going to Athinios port! The first stop of the excursion is the volcano of Santorini in Nea Kameni Island! There you will have a lifetime experience as you will climb on the top of the volcano, see the active crater and walk on its rims! The second stop is Palia Kameni Island, where you have the opportunity to swim in the hot springs of Caldera created by the volcano’s underwater power! Going to Thirassia Island the boat sails above underwater craters! In Thirassia Island you will have the time to eat in the small traditional taverns, swim in the crystal clear waters and visit the village of Manolas on the top of the cliff! Next and last stop is Oia where you will disembark! At the picturesque port of Oia you can enjoy the view, take great photos and reach the village of Oia by foot using the big broad steps or by donkey which is the traditional way and the trademark of Santorini! Walk around and explore the beautiful village of Oia which is famous for its sunset and its narrow streets. After the sunset, the buses will be waiting for you and you will be dropped off at the starting meeting point!.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 08
Santorini - Athens (B)   by Ferry - 7Hrs 30Mins
 

Breakfast & then transfer to Santorini’s port. Late in the evening arrival at Athens port. Transfer to the hotel. Check in hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Lunch & dinner by your own arrangement.

Day 09
Athens - Delhi (B)
 

Morning breakfast in hotel and free till check out, check out and transfer to airport for final departure to Delhi.

CITY HOTEL NAME HOTEL CATEGORY ROOM TYPE
Istanbul Fors Hotel 3 Star standard room or similar
Athens Best Western Candia 3 Star standard room or similar
Mykonos Paradise Beach Resort 3 Star standard room or similar
Santorini Amaryllis Hotel 3 Star standard room or similar
TENTATIVE FLIGHT DETAILS:
 
FLIGHT NO SECTOR DEPARTURE TIME ARRIVAL TIME
TK 717 DELHI – ISTANBUL 0615 1030
TK 1849 ISTANBUL – ATHENS 1310 1435
TK 1850 ATHENS – ISTANBUL 1530 1700
TK 716 ISTANBUL – DELHI 2020 0435
  • Return economy class airfare on Turkish airways.
  • 02 Nights stay in Istanbul.
  • 02 Nights stay in Athens.
  • 02 Nights stay in Mykonos.
  • 02 Nights stay in Santorini.
  • Daily breakfast.
  • Return airport transfers in Istanbul by private taxi.
  • Half day Bosphorus cruise by Seat in coach basis.
  • Istanbul half day guided city tour by Seat in coach basis.
  • Return airport transfer in Athens by private taxi.
  • Return airport transfer in Mykonos by Seat in coach basis.
  • Return airport transfer in Santorini by Seat in coach basis.
  • Athens by night orientation tour by Seat in coach basis.
  • Economy class ferries from Athens – Mykonos – Santorni - Athens.
  • Single entry visa for Turkey.
  • Single entry visa for Greece.
  • Travel Insurance.
  • GST of 5%.
  • City Tax/Tourist tax (this is to be paid directly at the hotel in EUR).
  • Cost is calculated as per exchange rate 1EUR=77.00INR. Any increase due to fluctuation of exchange rate shall be chargeable at the time of final payment. You may secure the transaction from fluctuation in currency rate by making 100% payment in advance.
  • Any meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary.
  • Any optional tour.
  • Any increase in the air fare, fuel surcharge and taxes charged by the airlines.
  • Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangement which may come into effect prior to departure.
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘what your tour price includes’ box
  • High season surcharge if applicable.
  • Porterage, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, all items of personal nature and food and drinks not forming part of your group menus.
  • On certain departure dates the itinerary may be operated in reverse order. However, all inclusions will remain the same.
  • Cost of overseas travel insurance policy valid for the tour(passengers above 59 years of age will have to pay the actual difference of the insurance premium along with the medical reports)

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