Greece is a fascinating country with a long history and many traditions. This vacation features the major sights, starting in Athens with its Acropolis and lively Plaka district dotted with cafés and archaeological findings. Discover Meteora with its extraordinary monasteries built on rock formations; ancient Delphi, site of the Delphic Oracle; and Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games.
A country of many contrasts, Turkey is a unique crossroads between Europe and Asia. Begin in Istanbul—a vibrant city of mosques, markets, peddlers, and historic buildings of Byzanteum Constantinople fame—and drive along the Sea of Marmara to Gallipoli on the European side of the Dardanelles. Visit the battle site of World War I, then ferry across to Asia Minor.
Discover the magnificent ruins of
ancient Greece in their tranquil Mediterranean settings. This
well-paced 15-day journey balances expeditions to Greece's most
important Classical age monuments with ample time to wander the winding
streets, vineyards, boutiques, marketplaces and beaches on Mykonos and
Santorini. Enjoy Greek food, wine and entertainment at a taverna in the
lively Plaka district in Athens. Learn from a local expert on a tour of
Athens' cache of historic monuments and the famed Acropolis.
Explore Athens including the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Temple of Zeus and the historic site of the modern Olympics. Cruise around the Aegean and visit picturesque islands including Rhodes, Crete and Mykonos. Uncover the history and ancient myths of this beautiful region.
See the sights of ancient Greece. Discover the Parthenon and Hadrian’s Arch in Athens. Admire Agamemnon’s Palace in Mycenae and visit the spectacular amphitheater at Epidaurus. See where the first Olympics were held and consult the Oracle of Delphi. A trip to remember forever.
Time to explore some of the most famous sights of the ancient world in Athens. Then enjoy the beautiful beaches and extensive history of Mykonos and Santorini on your trip to the Greek islands. A relaxing and scenic adventure awaits you.
See the best of Greece’s ancient and modern mainland, then cruise to the beautiful islands of the Aegean and Kusadasi, Turkey. Spend the first two nights in Athens with guided sightseeing that includes the Acropolis and its museum as well as time at leisure. Cross the Corinth Canal and marvel at the perfect acoustics of the Epidauros Theater and at the fortress of Mycenae. Visit Sparta and see the monument to its king, Leonidas, then to Olympia, the legendary home of the Olympic Games. Cross the spectacular Rion-Antirion Bridge, and spend time in mythical Delphi.
From picturesque fishing villages to ancient historic ruins, this vacation is a classic. Spectacular ancient history unfolds in Athens, where you will visit the Acropolis, as well as in ancient Corinth, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi with a special visit to the Archaeological Museum. Enjoy a whole afternoon in the unreal, fantastic landscape of Meteora with its 24 rock-top monasteries. Visit Varlaam Monastery, famous for its frescoes, and St. Stephen’s, featuring a unique collection of icons and an incredible panoramic view.
This in-depth vacation is ideal for those who wish to see Turkey’s many famous attractions. Your Istanbul stay includes visits to the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Seraglio, and the Grand Bazaar. Cross the Bosporus into Asia Minor and continue to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, where guided sightseeing includes the Green Ottoman Complex and the Great Mosque.
Experience the best of Turkey. From the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in bustling Istanbul to the underground city of Sarhatli near Cappadocia and the excavations of ancient Ephesus to the 'Cotton Castle' springs near Pamukkale - explore the diversity of this ancient land.
This vacation offers the best of Athens plus a cruise to Mykonos for a 3-night-stay, a high-speed express ferry cruise to Santorini for a 3-night-stay, and a flight back to Athens.
In ancient times, Turkey was a major player in the Mediterranean. It's in vogue once again, but now it's the historic sites, natural wonders and value for money that are drawing the crowds.
See for yourself why our 13 Day Turkish Treasures program has been so enormously popular with our passengers. Travel the breadth of the country as a professional guide takes you to key historical and cultural sites, including the site of the famed city of Troy, the Acropolis at Pergamum, and the Necropolis at Pamukkale.
A 9 day tour of which the highlights
included in your tour are:
Istanbul, Antalya, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Pergamum & Troy, Dardanells
& Gallipoli.
This
tour visits Istanbul, Topkapi palace, the Hippodrome, Saint Sophia, the
Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. Bursa, The Green Mosque, the Green
Tomb. Ankara, Museum of Anatolian civilizations, the Mausoleum of
Ataturk. Cappadocia and more.
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