28/01/2018
13D12N TURKEY & GREECE
RATE PER PERSON: USD 2,988
TRAVEL DATES: JUNE 7-20, 2018
FLIGHT DETAILS via TURKISH AIRLINES:
TK85 07JUN18 MNL-IST 2145-0510
TK2311 14JUN18 ADB-IST 0950-1105
TK1849 14JUN18 IST-ATH 1310-1435
TK1845 20JUN18 ATH-IST 2225-2355
TK84 21JUN18 IST-MNL 0205-1845
INCLUSIONS:
- Round trip Airfare via Turkish Airlines
- Free 7 kgs hand-carry baggage
- 30 kilos check in baggage
- Airline Tax & PH Tax
- 11 Nights Hotel Accommodation based on 4 Star and 5 Star Hotel (Turkey & Greece)
- 1 Night Accommodation at Home Stay Village House (Turkey)
- Full Board Meals as per itinerary (12B/8L/ 12D)
- Round trip Airport transfers (airport-hotel-airport)
- Fully Loaded Tours as per Itinerary
- Professional English-Speaking Tour Guide
- All Entrance Fee of the sites and museums as per itinerary
- Entrances fees Acropolis Site/Delphi Site & Museum Meteora
- Meteora 2 Monasteries Piraeus - Santorini (07:00 - 11:50) Sea Jet Fast Ferry Tickets - Economy Class w/ Numbered Seats *
Santorini - Piraeus (12:25 - 17:30) Sea jet Fast Ferry Tickets - Economy Class with Numbered Seats
- One Bottle of Mineral Water/person/day
- FREE Travel Insurance
EXCLUSIONS:
- Visa Fee – PHP 15,000 (Greece & Turkey)
- Tipping to tour guide/driver - $130
- Greece Hotel Tax - 4 EURO/room/night
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during meals
OPTIONAL TOURS:
- Hot Air Balloon Flight - $200
ITINERARY:
DAY 01: JUNE 08, 2018: ISTANBUL - CANAKKALE (Lunch/Dinner)
Upon arrival at Ataturk International Airport, meet and greet your English-speaking guide. We are driving to old city. T hen visit the Blue Mosque, also known as Mosque of Sultan Ahmet. Visit Topkapi Palace, once the seat of the Ottoman Empire. Next proceed to Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul
DAY 02: JUNE 09, 2018: BILECIK REAL VILLAGE HOME STAY EXPERIENCE (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)
After having breakfast, Drive to port to take a cruise. Set sail to see the city of Istanbul from the water. The cruise will take you past historic Ottoman palaces, such as Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi palace. Afterwards departure to Bilecik for our unique experience. Kurşunlu, which is one of the villages of our country where eco-tourism is made. White-washed houses, flower gardens have been set up in a pile, with a real village view. The hosts take their guests and take them to their homes. We will learn to make village bread while sipping our teas in the samovar. Dinner will become a full-dining feast. There is wedding soup, casseroles, bulgur pilaf, ayran and home baklava. Dinner will take the same menu at the house where everyone is staying. After the meal, we go to the common gathering area and we will have a henna night. Prepared according to Balkan traditions, tea, linden and corn in the accompaniment. Overnight at village house.
DAY 03: JUNE 10, 2018: CAPPADOCIA (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)
In the morning we will wake up in our bed sheets, with the sounds of birds and c***s, and make village breakfast with all-natural products. Homemade bread made from home yeast, Buttered Butter, Horned Honey, Folliktan Eggs, Home Preserved, Sausage and Village Cheese. After breakfast we meet at the indicated time and on our car. Then we get on our way and go out to the promenade area called the Priest Fountain. Afterwards, we drive to Cappadocia. Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.
DAY 04: JUNE 11, 2018: CAPPADOCIA (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)
(Morning: Optional Hot Air Balloon) After having breakfast, we start the tour of the region, known in ancient times as Cappadocia. We will visit Underground City, which is linked by underground tunnels to other cities. Continue to the UNESCO listed World Heritage site, Goreme Open-air Museum, where you can see the church in the region. Proceed to Uchisar Hill to have an unrivalled view of Cappadocia. Later, visit to Pottery Workshop and Carpet Factory with drinks. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
DAY 05: JUNE 12, 2018: CAPPADOCIA - KONYA - PAMUKALE (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Mevlana was a philosopher and mystic of Islam, but not a Muslim of the orthodox type. Dinner & Overnight at Pamukkale.
DAY 06: JUNE 13, 2018: KUSADASI (EPHESUS) (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)
We will visit Pamukkale and visit cotton castles and Heirapolis, including magnificently preserved necropolis, the Greco Roman theatre and the Basilica of St. Philippe. Swim in a therapeutic bath of hot spring. Afterwards, upbeat Fashion Show casing high leather quality products from Turkey. Next, we will discover Ancient city of Ephesus. Site of one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the world also one of the 7 Churches of Revelation and holds the House of Virgin Mary. Dinner & Overnight at hotel.
DAY 07: JUNE 14, 2018: KUSADASI TO ATHENS (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)
FLIGHT TO IZMIR - ATHENS VIA TURKISH AIRLINES (INCLUDED)
After breakfast, we will be transferred to airport for our flight to Athens. Upon arrival to Athens, welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Athens.
DAY 08: JUNE 15, 2018: ATHENS (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/ DINNER)
Meet our Tour Guide at Acropolis. Entrance to Acropolis the architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Parthenon dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Erectheion and the Temple of Athena Nike. Enjoy your lunch. Visit the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic games of modern times where held in 1896 and take a memorable Group Photo. Pass by the Temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian´s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial of the Unknown Soldier, Constitution Square (Syntagma), the Academy, the University, the National Library And. Free time in Plaka, with narrow cobblestone streets lined with tiny shops selling jewellery, clothes and local ceramics. Nearby, the whitewashed homes of the Anafiotika neighbourhood give the small enclave a Greek-island vibe. Enjoy traditional Kebab dinner and transfer to the hotel for check in. Overnight in Athens.
DAY 09: JUNE 16, 2018: ARACHOVA - DELPHI - KALAMBAKA (BREAKFAST/ DINNER)
After breakfast, pick up from your Hotel and transfer to Delphi. On the way make a stop for photos at the traditional village of Arachova, with breathtaking views and traditional shops, also seen on the famous Modern Drama “Descendants of the Su”. Arrival at Delphi – Famous oracle of the ancient Greece and was regarded as the center of the world. Passing through the fertile plain of Boeotia, crossing the towns of Thebes which relates to the tragedy of king Oedipus - Levadia and Arachova, we will arrive at Delphi –the Omphalos (Navel of Earth) for your Full Day Delphi tour. On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythius. You will be astonished by the Treasury of the Athenians, the Theatre, the Stadium and the Museum with the famous statue of Antinoos and the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dated from 475 B.C and the famous athlete Aghias. After you enjoy free time at Delphi where you can enjoy lunch on your own at one of the local restaurants or shopping local traditional products. Continue to Kalambaka, passing through the fertile planes of Thessaly. Arrival at your hotel for dinner and overnight in Kalambaka Buffet Dinner at Hotel.
DAY 10: JUNE 17, 2018: METEORA MONASTERY (UNESCO)/ATHENS (BREAKFAST/ DINNER)
Savor breakfast in your hotel, and then visit Meteora. The UNESCO World Heritage site is home to more than 20 rock monasteries, either perched precariously on top of Meteora’s towering sandstone cliffs or built into the cliffs themselves inside naturally formed caves. Originally lived in by 11th-century hermits, the monasteries later became safe havens for monks fleeing bloodshed when the Roman Empire began to fall. Impressive scenery, priceless historical and religious treasures suspended between earth and sky. After your tour enjoy free time at Kalambaka for lunch on your own or shopping. Return to Athens. On the way back, you will have the opportunity to stop at the Historical Battle Scene of Thermopylae (157 km – 2.5 hrs.) to see the statue of Leonidas and the sacred hill, where Leonidas and the 300 Spartans died fighting in the famous battle of Thermopylae in 480 B.C. (Hollywood Movie «300»). Continue the drive for your return to Athens. Enjoy dinner and transfer to your hotel for overnight. Overnight in Athens
DAY 11: JUNE 18, 2018: ATHENS – SANTORINI (BREAKFAST/ DINNER)
Sea Jet Fast Ferry Piraeus – Santorini (07.00-11:50)
Early breakfast at your hotel and transfer to the port for your ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival meet our representative for your Island Tour. Santorini Island tour (7hrs) and drive to the heart of the island through the traditional village of Pyrgos. Stop at the Monastery of Profitis Elias the highest spot of the island. Drive south after Megalochori to famous black beaches of Perivolos & Perissa stop for lunch. After lunch visit local winery with unique Caldera view – enjoy wine tasting. Continue to Oia. Oia, beloved by artists, newly-wed couples and tourists is the ideal Santorinian village known for incredible sunset views. Enjoy your sunset dinner with the amazing view of Oia and return to your hotel and overnight in Santorini.
DAY 12: JUNE 19, 2018: ATHENS (BREAKFAST/ DINNER)
Sea Jet Fast Ferry Santorini-Piraeus (12.25-17:30)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning at leisure; final shopping opportunity on the island until your transfer time to Santorini port for your return to Athens. Upon arrival in Athens, meet our representative and transfer for dinner and then continue to hotel for check in.
DAY 13: JUNE 20, 2018: ATHENS CENTER SHOPPING MC ARTHUR GLEN SHOPPING DEPARTURE (BREAKFAST)
Breakfast at your hotel and then transfer to Athens city center where you will have free time for shopping and enjoy lunch on your own at one of the local restaurants! Then transfer to McArthur Glen Shopping outlet where you will have time to shop a variety of famous Brands and enjoy dinner on your own. Transfer to airport for your flight back home.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
*NON-REFUNDABLE Down payment of $500 per person to guarantee the room and seats
*50% Payment Upon approval of visa
*Full payment will be required 45 days prior to the departure dates.
*Passports must be valid 1 year from the date of departure.
*Itinerary and meals can be flexibly changed according to local conditions without prior notice
*RATES AND AVAILABILITY ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
