Amazing Turkey and Greece
Cities Covered:
Istanbul
Bursa
Kusadasi
Pamukkale
Konya
Cappadocia
Ankara
Athens
Santorini
Departure Dates
| Departure Date | Price per adult |
| June 2025 | TBC |
Adult: Price per person based on 02/03 adults sharing a room
Single supplement will be an additional $
Price based on minimum 20 -25 passengers travelling together.
*Incase of less than 20, then supplement of USD per passenger will apply*
Special Inclusion
- Free gifts from Global Holidays
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Istanbul
Upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will meet, assist and transfer you to the hotel. Istanbul’s original name is Byzantium then Constantinople. It is a most fascinating city, which actually crosses two continents Europe and Asia. It is a city of amalgamation of bazaars, minarets, mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to every one’s taste, museums, customs and twelve million people. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Dinner (Y)
Day 2: Istanbul City Tour
After breakfast we depart for Istanbul City Tour. We will visit to SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE. It is located across from St. Sophia and it built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. After that, we will see the ANCIENT HIPPODROME, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Visit to HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND MOSQUE: The Hagia Sophia, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply The best of its kind! Hagia Sophia is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. After the lunch, proceed to the ALI PASAZADE which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will find; Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight in Istanbul. Meal:Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Please do not forget to carry headscarf with you for the visit of religious places as Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.
Day 03: Istanbul – Bursa City Tour and Transfer to Kusadası
After breakfast at 08:00 – 08:30 am depart for Bursa, we will first visit the historical Covered Bazaar and Ulucami (Grand) Mosque of Bursa and Silk Bazaar. After tour we will have a lunch break, we then continue with visits to Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum. Visit to Traditional Turkish Delight Factory. After the tour transfer to Kusadasi. Once we reach to Kusadasi time is going to be 19:00- 19:30 and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Meal: Breakfast (Y) Lunch (Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 04: Kusadasi - Ephesus Tour - Turkish Village Sirince
After breakfast start your fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world. In our Ephesus your you will also see the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsius Library, Grand theatre. Lunch break around 13:00pm. After the lunch, we will visit a place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet weaving centre. After that we will do a Turkish Sirince Village Tour. Sirince’s construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all original with their white paints. On the way we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. After your tour we will transfer you back to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 05: Kusadasi – Pamukkale Tour
After breakfast we depart for Pamukkale. Upon arrival to Pamukkale we will visit visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Lunch break in Turkish restaurant. After your tour transfer to hotel and check in. Overnight in Pamukkale.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 06: Pamukkale – Konya – Cappadocia
After Breakfast check out from your hotel and depart to Cappadocia via Konya. Once you reach Konya, visit the imposing green – tiled Mausoleum of Mevlana, the mystic founder of the Sufi sect (Whirling Dervishes). After the Konya Mevlana tour continue to Cappadocia. Once you reach time will be around 18:00 – 19:00 Check in your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 07: Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum
You will be picked up approximately 09:30 We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. After here continue to visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After here we will visit a pottery work shop, to see how to make potteries. you visit another workshop to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like animals. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. After Tour returned back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 08: Cappadocia to Ankara City Tour – Istanbul
We depart at 8:00 am. for Ankara during the trip (4 hours distance). On the way, we will stop at Salt Lake, which it is a natural Salt Lake and the second biggest lake in Turkey. After short a break we continue to drive Ankara. Once we reach visit Ataturk Museum at the Ataturk Mausoleum. (Ataturk is the founder of the modern Turkey). After the tour transfer to Istanbul. This tour will end approximately at 21:00 pm. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 9: Fly to Athens
Welcome to Athens. The birth place of democracy and the heart of the Ancient Greek civilization. Once you clear your immigration and custom, meet & greet your Global Holidays Tour Manager who will be holding a Global Holidays Placard and proceed to hotel. Remaining day will be at Leisure to explore the surroundings.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Dinner (Y)
Day 10: Athen – Santorini – Fira Walking Tour
This morning, transfer to Santorini by ferry. Santorini is known as ‘black pearl of Aegean’ and it is one of the most spectacular Greek islands. Upon arrival, proceed for Lunch. Later we walk through Fira- the capital of Santorini, a combination of natural beauty, social life, night life, shopping, and a place where one can feel the liveliness of the island. Enjoy the majestic view of Santorini’s caldera bay along with the most exquisite tastes. Later we have free time to relax and explore the surroundings. Later proceed for dinner.
Meal: PackBreakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 11: Santorini
Today we explore Santorini village. Start your day with visit to Lost Atlantis Experience Museum – The first museum in the world dedicated to the myth of Atlantis. Here you can re-live the cataclysmic destruction of Atlantis with all your senses in an extraordinary 9D. Next stop at the red beach (Pictures from above) Later proceed to black beach and get some amazing pictures. Later we stop for Lunch. After lunch we will have a wine tasting tour at Santo wines. Next visit Prophet Ilias monastery- built by two monks in 1711 on the highest peak of Santorini at 565 meters above sea level. In that era, it was an important cultural and educational centre that undoubtedly offered a great social work. We then visit, Oia village – the most famous of all villages in Santorini. It is known throughout the world for its beauty, fantastic architecture and the famous Blue Dome. Upon arrival we walk through the village and admire its glamorous beauty.
Meal: Breakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 12: Santorini – Athens
Today morning will be at Leisure. Later transfer to Athens by ferry.We will reach Athens by 0530 PM. Upon arrival visit the Acropolis site- an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon (Temple of Athena)– The temple that dominates the hill of the Acropolis. Its decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of Greek art, an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece, democracy and Western civilization. Later evening have some free time to explore the city. Today we will have a late Dinner by 1000 pm.
Meal: Pack Breakfast (Y) Lunch (Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Day 13: Greek Island Tour
Today we will start early morning at explore the fabulous Greek islands on a full day cruise from Athens. We discover three of the most beautiful islands of Saronic Gulf. Poros Island– so-called Lemon Forest, an idyllic spot filled with citrus trees, windmills and waterfalls, Hydra Island- one of the most cosmopolitan Greek islands. In Hydra Island, you won’t see any cars! Everyone uses their foot, boats or donkeys to get around the island, Aegina Island- a picturesque island, boasting elegant neoclassical buildings, narrow alleys and a bustling seafront promenade. In the evening sail back to Marina Delta Kallithea – show with dancers on board.
Meal: PackBreakfast(Y) Lunch(Y) Indian Dinner (Y)
Important Note: Today we will start by 0600 am, as we have a Cruise at 0800 am.
Day 14: Fly Home
Today fly with home awesome memories of your Amazing Turkey &Greece tour.
Note: Flight from Istanbul, should on or after 1700 HRS
Meal: Breakfast(Y)
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Included13 Night’s accommodation in executive hotel with Breakfast – Indian Masala Tea IncludedGround Transportation by AC Deluxe Coach12 Lunches & 13 Dinners - Meals prepared by Indian (Maharaj) ChefEntrances and sightseeing as mentioned in tour itineraryExcellent Service of a Global Holidays Tour Manager
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Not IncludedInternational FlightTipsAnything other mentioned under inclusions
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