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Eastern Mediterranean Tours - Greece & Turkey

Santorini, GreeceImmersed in history, Greece, Egypt, Turkey and Israel imbue magnificence like no other destinations of the world. The region offers a wealth of sightseeing opportunities - the great Acropolis, Sphinx, ancient ruins at Ephesus, the Old City of Jerusalem and much, much more…

Trafalgar’s vacation packages combine these spectacular attractions with quality dining and accommodation and you’ll travel on luxury coaches or perhaps a cruise ship… An experienced Tour Director will share with you their intimate knowledge of the each city’s avenues, monuments, restaurants and neighborhoods.

Perhaps you would like to treat yourself to the Greek Island Hopper cruise which glides its way from Athens to Mykonos to Santorini, or you may choose to see the Wonders of Egypt and discover the ancient wonders that are the Pyramids. There is Turkey, tempting you with the oriental radiance of its town and cities, and Israel, luring you with its traditions, culture and natural beauty.

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Three Continents Cruise (Moderate)
12 Days starting from $2,150.00

Countries Visited:
Egypt, Greece, Israel, Turkey

Length: 12 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Tours
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: AGEM
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Athens, Port Said, Jerusalem, Limassol, Antalya, Santorini, Mykonos, Piraeus

 
What's Included

Fabulous Sightseeing
 
  • Athens: Sightseeing featuring the Acropolis, Parthenon, views of the Agora, Royal Palace, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch and the Olympic Stadium.
  • Cairo: Visit the Egyptian Museum, the Pyramids at Giza and the Sphinx.
  • Jerusalem: Visit the New City & Old City. See the Mount of Olives, Via Dolorosa, Dome of the Rock, Wailing wall.
  • Bethlehem: Visit the Church of the Nativity.
  • Limassol: Visit the centre of the Cypriot wine industry.
  • Antalya: Visit the old town.
  • Santorini: Visit this unique island with white cuboid houses.
  • Mykonos: Visit this lively island renowned for windmills.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Trafalgar representative in Athens
  • 3 Buffet breakfasts in Athens
  • All meals on the cruise

Unbeatable Features
 
  • The services of the Local Trafalgar Representative whilst in Athens.
  • A qualified local city guide in Athens.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches in Athens.
  • Athens Airport transfers are provided on Days 2 & 12.
  • Athens hotel accommodation with twin bedded rooms and private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included in Athens.
  • 7 nights cruise accommodation
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers Transfers on arrival at Athens Airport will operate at 12.00 and 19.00. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Athens Airport at 09.30
  • London Gateway: Trafalgar passengers purchasing either “Land Only” or “Land and Air” will receive Hotelink transfers during published hours of operation. This is providing that:
  • Passengers are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar on the night of their arrival and the night before their departure.
  • Passengers or their Travel Agents supply Trafalgar with accurate flight information not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • European Gateways: Trafalgar passengers purchasing “Land Only” will receive coach transfers at the times published in the brochure at NO extra charge. However, if these “Land Only” passengers arrive outside the brochure advertised coach transfer times they must make their own arrangements at their own expense.
  • Passengers purchasing “Land and Air” from Trafalgar will receive coach transfers at times published in the brochure or, if they arrive outside of these set times, then a separate transfer will be booked for them. These transfers will be available only on the days of arrival and departure of the tour.
  • Passengers purchasing pre and post tour accommodation must arrange their own transfers regardless of whether or not they have bought “Air” from Trafalgar.

This cruise is operated by:
Monarch Classic Cruises.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Athens.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Athens (2 nights) You are met at Athens airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in the rest of the day is at leisure to explore. Later we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our local Trafalgar Representative in the hotel. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Titania (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Athens sightseeing Sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis, the Olympic stadium and the Evzone guards at the tomb of the unknown soldier. We''ll also tour some of the most famous sites in Athens such as the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian''s Arch. Afterwards, your afternoon and evening is at leisure. Why not dine on local specialities in one of Athens'' many cosmopolitan restaurants? (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Athens – Cruising This morning is at leisure in Athens. This afternoon we are transferred to the port of Piraeus to board our cruise ship, our home for the next seven nights. (Dinner)

     
  • Day 5 - Cruising – at Sea Time to relax and enjoy the ship’s facilities as we cruise to Egypt. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 6 - Cruising – Port Said – Pyramids Excursion We dock in Port Said at the entrance to the Suez Canal. Today we have a full day excursion to Cairo where we visit the Egyptian Museum, home of King Tutankhamun’s priceless treasures, discovered by Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings in 1922. After an included lunch, we drive to see the only remaining Wonder of the Ancient World, the Great Pyramids of Giza, overlooked by the inscrutable Sphinx. After free time to shop and take pictures we return to our ship in Port
    Said. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 7 - Cruising – Ashdod – Jerusalem Excursion We dock in Ashdod this morning and drive through the Judean Mountains to Jerusalem, one of the oldest towns in the world. On arrival we will drive through the New City to the Mount of Olives with wonderful views over the Old City. Then on foot we will enter the old city and reach the Via Dolorosa, the route Jesus took to his Crucifixion. We see the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, then continue to the Jewish Quarter and the Wailing Wall, the location of King Solomon’s Temple, where now stands the Dome of the Rock. We walk through the Bazaar and drive to a Kibbutz for lunch. After we drive to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity and have some free time before returning to our ship in Ashdod.(Buffet Breakfast / Lunch/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 8 - Cruising – Limassol We dock early at the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, where the day is yours to explore the city of Limassol, the centre of the Cypriot wine industry (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 9 - Cruising – Antalya We arrive early in the Turkish port of Antalya, with time to explore the old town today and maybe visit the fascinating Archaeological Museum. (Buffet Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 10 - Cruising – Santorini ­– Mykonos We visit the unique island of Santorini with its white cuboid houses, before continuing to Mykonos, renowned for its windmills this afternoon. There is time to shop in the amazing labyrinth of narrow little alleyways or just to relax and enjoy a cool drink in a taverna. (Buffet Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 11 - Piraeus – Athens We disembark in Piraeus and are transferred back to our hotel in Athens. Time for last minute shopping or sightseeing or just to relax in a café. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Titania

     
  • Day 12 - Athens – USA We transfer you to the airport for your return flight to the USA.

     
  • Cruise Ships operating this itinerary: Blue Monarch

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
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4/22/2008 - 5/3/2008
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5/6/2008 - 5/17/2008
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5/20/2008 - 5/31/2008
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6/3/2008 - 6/14/2008
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6/17/2008 - 6/28/2008
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7/1/2008 - 7/12/2008
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7/15/2008 - 7/26/2008
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7/29/2008 - 8/9/2008
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8/12/2008 - 8/23/2008
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8/26/2008 - 9/6/2008
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9/9/2008 - 9/20/2008
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9/23/2008 - 10/4/2008
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10/7/2008 - 10/18/2008
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10/21/2008 - 11/1/2008
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11/4/2008 - 11/15/2008
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Athens
  • Port Said
  • Jerusalem
  • Limassol
  • Antalya
  • Santorini
  • Mykonos
  • Piraeus

 

Highlights of Turkey
9 Days starting from $1,150.00

Countries Visited:
Turkey

Length: 9 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: THOT
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Istanbul, Canakkale, Izmir, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Bursa

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Istanbul Sightseeing includes visits to the Topkapi Palace and the Treasury section, Saint Sophia Church and the Blue Mosque.
  • Gallipoli: See Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery & Chanuk Bair.
  • Troy: Visit the ruins of the ancient city and see the Wooden Horse.
  • Pergamum: Visit the Acropolis, Temple of Athena and the Library.
  • Ephesus: Visit the Great Theatre, Library of Celcius, Gymnasium, Temple of Hadrian and the Virgin Mary’s house.
  • Pamukkale: Visit the ''Cotton Castle'' springs.
  • Hierapolis: Visit the ruins of the Roman health spa.
  • Bursa: Visit the Green Ottoman Complex and the Blue Mosque.
  • Scenic drives The shores of the Sea of Marmara, the Dardanelles waterway, the Aegean coast, white limestone cascades of Pamukkale, the Mediterranean coast, forested Taurus Mountains, unique moon-like landscape of Cappadocia and the Anatolian Highlands.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 7 Buffet breakfasts
  • 4 three-course or open-buffet dinners
  • 1 farewell traditional dinner on your final night in Istanbul
12 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and washroom.
  • Ferry crossings from Eceabat to Canakkale and Yalova to Istanbul.
  • Istanbul Airport Transfers are provided from the airport to your Trafalgar Hotel and return.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Transfers will be provided for passengers who have advised Trafalgar of their flight times.
  • London Gateways Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Additional Visa Requirements
US passport holders require a visa for Turkey.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Istanbul.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Istanbul (2 nights) On arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Later enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Trafalgar Representative.

    Hotel: Barcelo Topkapi Eresin (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Istanbul Sightseeing This morning depart on a full day city tour, starting with a visit to the impressive Topkapi Palace, which served as the palace of the Ottoman Sultans between the 16th and 19th centuries. It has a superb position overlooking the Bosphorus. Then to the magnificent St. Sophia’s Basilica built originally by Constantine the Great. After lunch, visit the fascinating and impressive Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets, its beautiful blue Iznik tiles, unique architecture and marble latticework. Then visit the Byzantine Hippodrome where chariot races and competitive athletic events took place. Finally we visit the famous, vast Grand Bazaar. (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Istanbul – Gallipoli - Canakkale This morning we depart for Gallipoli and visit the poignant sites of the battlefields where many of the fiercest battles of WWI took place. Including Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chanuk Bair. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Kolin

     
  • Day 5 - Canakkale – Troy – Pergamon - Izmir This morning we visit the legendary city of Troy, immortalised by Homer in the stories of King Priamus, Hector, Paris and the beautiful Helen. We see the archaeological excavations that have revealed nine separate periods of settlement and the ruins of city walls, house foundations, a temple and a theatre. And of course we see the symbolic replica wooden Trojan horse that commemorates the epic war machine that was constructed in the 13th century BC. Then we stop at the ancient kingdom of Pergamon, where we visit the Acropolis, the Temple of Athena and the famous library. Then we continue on to our hotel (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Crowne Plaza

     
  • Day 6 - Izmir - Ephesus - Virgin Mary’s House - Pamukkale This morning we set off for the ancient city of Ephesus where our walking tour includes the Great Theatre, which was built by the Romans between 41 and 117 AD and is still used today, the Temple of Hadrian, guarded by a head of Medusa and the House of the Virgin Mary.Then on to Pamukkale, where you can relax and enjoy the blissful thermal pools at our hotel.(Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Lycus River

     
  • Day 7 - Pamukkale - Hierapolis - Bursa After breakfast we will drive to Pamukkale, famous for its chalk-white array of fantastically shaped limestone. We visit the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, then continue North, to the city of Bursa. (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Thermal Kervansaray

     
  • Day 8 - Bursa - Istanbul We visit the Green Ottoman Complex this morning and the old silk market. Then we cross the Marmara Sea and return to Istanbul, where we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with our fellow travellers tonight. (Buffet breakfast/ Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Barcelo Topkapi Eresin

     
  • Day 9 - Istanbul – USA We transfer you to the airport for your return flight home.

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
Touring Date
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4/11/2008 - 4/19/2008
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4/18/2008 - 4/26/2008
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4/25/2008 - 5/3/2008
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5/2/2008 - 5/10/2008
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5/9/2008 - 5/17/2008
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5/16/2008 - 5/24/2008
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5/23/2008 - 5/31/2008
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5/30/2008 - 6/7/2008
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6/6/2008 - 6/14/2008
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6/13/2008 - 6/21/2008
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6/20/2008 - 6/28/2008
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6/27/2008 - 7/5/2008
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7/4/2008 - 7/12/2008
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7/11/2008 - 7/19/2008
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7/18/2008 - 7/26/2008
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7/25/2008 - 8/2/2008
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8/1/2008 - 8/9/2008
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8/8/2008 - 8/16/2008
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8/15/2008 - 8/23/2008
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8/22/2008 - 8/30/2008
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8/29/2008 - 9/6/2008
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9/5/2008 - 9/13/2008
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9/19/2008 - 9/27/2008
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9/26/2008 - 10/4/2008
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10/3/2008 - 10/11/2008
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10/10/2008 - 10/18/2008
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10/17/2008 - 10/25/2008
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10/24/2008 - 11/1/2008
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Gallipoli
  • Pergamum
  • Izmir
  • Ephesus
  • Pamukkale
  • Antalya
  • Bursa
  • Istanbul

 

Best of Turkey
15 Days starting from $1,450.00

Countries Visited:
Turkey

Length: 15 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: TBOT
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Istanbul, Canakkale, Izmir, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara, Bursa

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Gallipoli: See Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery.
  • Troy: Visit the ruins of the ancient city. See the Wooden Horse.
  • Pergamum: Visit the Acropolis, Altar of Zeus and Asclepieion.
  • Izmir: Visit the city highlights of Izmir.
  • Ephesus: Visit the Great Theatre, the Library of Celsius, the Gymnasium and Temple of Hadrian. Visit the Virgin Mary''s stone cottage.
  • Pamukkale: Visit the ''Cotton Castle'' springs.
  • Hierapolis: Visit the ruins of the Roman health spa.
  • Antalya: Orientation of this Mediterranean resort includes the Archaeological Museum.
  • Perge and Aspendos: Visit these Pamphylian, Hellenistic and Roman cities.
  • Konya: Sightseeing including the Mevlana Museum of the ''Whirling Dervishes'' and Karatay Tile Museum.
  • Cappadocia: Visit the underground city of Kaymakli, and an excursion to Urgup and Goreme. Visit the Goreme Open-Air museum and pottery- making in Avanos.
  • Ankara: Sightseeing includes Ataturk Bulvari, the Ankara castle, visit to the Museum of Anatolian Civilisation and Ataturk''s Mausoleum.
  • Gordion: See the Earth Tumulus and visit the excavations.
  • Bursa: Visit the Green Ottoman Complex and the Blue Mosque.
  • Istanbul: Sightseeing includes visits to the Topkapi Palace and its Treasury section, Church of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
  • Scenic drives along the Sea of Marmara and across the Dardanelles waterway, along the Aegean Coast, the scenery of the white limestone cascades of Pamukkale, along the Mediterranean Coast, the green forests of the Taurus Mountains, through the unique moon-like landscape of Cappadocia and the Anatolian Highlands.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 13 Buffet breakfasts
  • 10 three-course or open-buffet dinners
  • 1 farewell traditional dinner on your final night in Istanbul
24 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and washroom.
  • Ferry crossings from Eceabat to Canakkale and Yalova to Istanbul.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.

Airport Transfers
Transfers will be provided for passengers who have advised Trafalgar of their flight times.
  • London Gateways Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Please Note
 
  • When demand is heavy, some extra departures may operate in reverse.
  • Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this tour.

Additional Visa Requirements
US passport holders require a visa for Turkey.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Istanbul.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Istanbul You are met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight, we enjoy a Welcome Drink and meet our travelling companions.

    Hotel: Barcelo Topkapi Eresin

     
  • Day 3 - Istanbul - Gallipoli - Canakkale We drive to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Later we see Anzac Cove and visit Lone Pine Cemetery, the Dardanelles and Canakkale. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Kolin

     
  • Day 4 - Canakkale - Troy - Izmir (Smyrna) In Troy we see the famous legendary Wooden Horse before a visit to the Acropolis of ancient Pergamon. Then we continue south to Izmir where we have dinner in our hotel tonight. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Crowne Plaza

     
  • Day 5 - Izmir - Ephesus - St. Mary''s House - Pamukkale Today we visit the extensive excavations at Ephesus, with its 2,000 year old marble streets. Our journey continues pausing at Virgin Mary''s stone cottage, to Pamukkale. Dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Lycus River

     
  • Day 6 - Pamukkale - Hierapolis - Antalya (2 nights) First to the health spa of Hierapolis, then we have an afternoon arrival in the coastal town of Antalya. The rest of the day is free to explore the Old Town.(Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Dedeman (2 nights)

     
  • Day 7 - Antalya - Perge and Aspendos Excursion We visit the Antalya Archaeological Museum. Then to the Roman cities of Perge and Aspendos where we see the best preserved Roman theatre in the world. (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 8 - Antalya - Konya See the ''Whirling Dervishes'' at the former covent in Konya, once the centre for the mystic sect, then on to Karatay Koran School. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Ozkaymak.

     
  • Day 9 - Konya - Cappadocia (2 nights) Journey to Biblical Cappadocia, then we visit the underground city of Kaymakli and see the cone of Uchisar. Dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / dinner) 

    Hotel: Dedeman (2 nights)

     
  • Day 10 - Cappadocia - Urgup and Goreme Excursion A full day to explore this unique region of volcanic landscapes, dotted with caves and troglodyte dwellings. Then to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

     
  • Day 11 - Cappadocia - Ankara We visit the 13th century Seljuk caravansary of Agzikarahan. At Ankara enjoy a guided sightseeing tour which includes the mausoleum of Ataturk. Dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Radisson SAS/ Dedeman

     
  • Day 12 - Ankara - Gordion - Bursa First stop is Gordion, city of King Midas. Then to Bursa, to visit the Green Ottoman Complex and the Grand Mosque. The rest of your day is free to explore. Dinner tonight is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Kervansaray Termal

     
  • Day 13 - Bursa - Istanbul (2 nights) We board our ferry to cross the Sea of Marmara to Istanbul. The rest of your day is free to explore the vast, bustling Grand Bazaar (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Barcelo Topkapi Eresin (2 nights)

     
  • Day 14 - Istanbul sightseeing First a guided tour of Istanbul, the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Later enjoy a traditional Farewell Dinner with music.(Buffet breakfast/ Farewell Dinner)

     
  • Day 15 - Istanbul - USA We transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet breakfast)

     
  • Please Note Depending on the availability of Kaymakli, we may visit one of the other underground cities instead.

     
  • Please Note When demand is heavy, some extra departures may operate in reverse.

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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Gallipoli
  • Troy
  • Pergamum
  • Izmir
  • Ephesus
  • Pamukkale
  • Antalya
  • Perge
  • Konya
  • Cappadocia
  • Ankara
  • Gordion
  • Bursa
  • Istanbul

 

Greek Island Hopper
11 Days starting from $1,850.00

Countries Visited:
Greece

Length: 11 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Europe at Leisure
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: AGIH
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Athens, Mykonos, Santorini

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Athens: Sightseeing tour includes the magnificent Acropolis, Temple of Zeus and Hadrian''s Arch.
  • Where Trafalgar considers that our excellent audio system will enhance the commentary made by our local guides, making your tour of a city clearer and more entertaining, it will be included. (Audio equipment in Greece will be provided subject to government approval.)

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome drink with your Tour Director in Athens
  • 2 local speciality restaurant dinners in Mykonos and Santorini
  • 9 Buffet breakfasts
11 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors on tour.
  • A qualified local city guide in Athens.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats.
  • High-speed express ferry from Piraeus to Mykonos; Mykonos to Santorini and Santorini to Piraeus.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included (excluding all ferries where baggage handling is the passengers responsibility).
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
  • Airport Transfers will be provided for passengers who have advised Trafalgar of the flight times.

Airport Transfers
Transfers will be provided for passengers who have advised Trafalgar of the flight times.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
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Please note
Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this tour.
Please note:
Due to weather conditions, calls at the ports of Mykonos and Santorini may need to be altered.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Athens

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Athens (2 nights) You are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure. Later, we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our local Trafalgar Representative.

    Hotel: Titania (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Athens sightseeing Sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis, the Olympic stadium and the Evzone guards at the tomb of the unknown soldier. We''ll also tour some of the most famous sites in Athens such as the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian''s Arch. Afterwards, your afternoon and evening is at leisure. Why not dine on local specialities in one of Athens'' many cosmopolitan restaurants? (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Athens - Mykonos (3 nights) First, to Piraeus port for a cruise to the playground of the rich and famous, Mykonos. On arrival we transfer to our hotel. Then free time to explore this white-washed island with its windmills and uninhibited nightlife. Tonight, we enjoy a dinner of local specialities. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

    Hotel: Aghios Stefanos / Petinos (3 nights)

     
  • Days 5 & 6 - Mykonos at leisure Two glorious days at leisure to explore Mykonos. Perhaps enjoy a cocktail on the waterfront at little Venice or swim at the dazzling beaches surrounding the island. Or why not take a short boat ride to the birthplace of Artemis and Apollo, Delos? (Buffet Breakfast) (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 7 - Mykonos – Santorini (3 nights) We will take a short ferry ride to the beautiful island of Santorini, where we spend the next three days. We are met at the port and transferred to our hotel. After check-in there''s free time to take in the beauty of the island. This evening, we enjoy a dinner of local specialities in a restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner) 

    Hotel: El Greco/Kallisti (3 nights)

     
  • Days 8 & 9 - Santorini at leisure Santorini has much to offer and you will have two full days to do as you please. Enjoy breathtaking views, white-washed houses, amazing sunsets and cobblestone streets which make Santorini a truly unique experience. Perhaps spend your days relaxing in clifftop restaurants and cafés, lazing on the sun-soaked black, red and white beaches and seeing history unearthed at the site of Akrotiri. Or why not take a caique ride to the volcanic island of Nea Kamini and swim in the hot springs? (Buffet Breakfast) (Buffet Breakfast)


     
  • Day 10 - Santorini – Athens After breakfast time we make our way back to Athens for the final night of our tour. On our arrival at Piraeus port we transfer back to our Athens hotel. Enjoy time at leisure for some last-minute shopping or maybe a Farewell Dinner with your travelling companions. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Titania

     
  • Day 11 - Athens – USA We transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Please note Due to weather conditions, calls at the ports of Mykonos and Santorini may need to be altered.

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
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