14–Day Turkey & Greece Tour: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Athens
Tour Overview
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This 14-day Turkey & Greece tour combines Istanbul, Gallipoli, Cappadocia, Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini with 4-star hotels, domestic and international flights, guided sightseeing, ferry tickets, and airport, port, and hotel transfers.
Experience two of the Eastern Mediterranean's most captivating countries on a carefully planned itinerary that combines ancient history, cultural landmarks, dramatic landscapes, and iconic islands. Explore Istanbul's Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, visit the historic battlefields of Gallipoli, and discover Cappadocia's extraordinary valleys, cave settlements, and underground cities. Continue to Athens to explore the Acropolis before traveling through the Aegean to Mykonos and Santorini, where traditional Cycladic architecture, coastal scenery, and volcanic landscapes create a memorable island-hopping experience. The itinerary combines private transfers, guided excursions, domestic flights, international flights, and ferry connections for a seamless multi-country journey.
📋 Tour at a Glance
| Tour Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tour Duration | 14 Days / 13 Nights |
| Countries Covered | Turkey • Greece |
| Main Destinations | Istanbul, Gallipoli, Cappadocia, Athens, Mykonos & Santorini |
| Tour Style | A multi-country cultural journey combining guided sightseeing, World War I heritage, Cappadocia’s unique landscapes, and unforgettable Greek Island experiences. |
| Travel Style | A well-balanced itinerary featuring guided excursions, domestic and international flights, ferry journeys, private transfers, and leisure time for independent exploration. |
| Guide Language | English-speaking licensed local guides |
| Group Type | Private Transfers & Small Group Guided Tours |
| Maximum Group Size | Up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Greece. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently. |
| Accommodation | 13 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels with daily breakfast included. |
| Meals Included | 13 breakfasts and 3 lunches during guided sightseeing tours, as specified in the itinerary. |
| Flights Included | Domestic flights within Turkey (Istanbul–Kayseri and Kayseri–Istanbul), plus the international flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Athens (Greece), as specified in the itinerary. |
| Ferry Experience | Ferry crossings between the Greek Islands are included as specified in the itinerary. |
| Starting Price | From €3,585 per person. |
| Cancellation Policy | Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour departure date. |
| Best Travel Season | 01 April – 25 October 2026 |
| Physical Difficulty | Moderate. Daily sightseeing involves walking through archaeological sites, museums, historic city centers, and island villages with occasional stairs and uneven surfaces. |
| Recommended For | First-time visitors, history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, photography lovers, travelers interested in World War I history, and those seeking a Turkey and Greece island-hopping itinerary. |
Highlights
Explore Istanbul's historic landmarks including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar.
Visit the Gallipoli Peninsula to discover ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Memorial, Johnston's Jolly, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair.
Discover Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, underground cities, rock-cut churches, scenic valleys, and traditional pottery heritage.
Experience a Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia while admiring Istanbul's waterfront palaces and skyline.
Visit the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, and Athens' classical monuments before exploring Mykonos and Santorini.
Enjoy the distinctive atmosphere of Mykonos and Santorini, featuring whitewashed villages, caldera views, and spectacular Aegean scenery.
Itinerary
Arrive in Istanbul, a vibrant crossroads between Europe and Asia, as part of your Turkey and Greece multi-country tour package. After landing, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for rest or light exploration of the surroundings.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking experience through the historic heart of the city on an immersive Istanbul Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks tour.
You will visit:
• Hippodrome of Constantinople
• Blue Mosque with its iconic tiles
• Hagia Sophia architectural masterpiece
• Topkapi Palace imperial complex
• Grand Bazaar traditional market
Return to the hotel in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Early departure for a meaningful Gallipoli Day Tour from Istanbul, traveling through scenic countryside toward the Dardanelles region.
Key sites include ANZAC Cove, Johnston’s Jolly trenches, The Nek Cemetery, Lone Pine Memorial, and Chunuk Bair. After exploring the historical battlefield area, return to Istanbul in the evening.
Start the day with a half-day exploration featuring the Spice Bazaar and Golden Horn before enjoying a scenic Bosphorus cruise and Istanbul sightseeing experience.
Sail between two continents, passing palaces and waterfront mansions. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia and arrive in Göreme.
Optional sunrise balloon experience offers the iconic Cappadocia hot air balloon ride over fairy chimneys before your guided tour begins.
Explore Ortahisar, Mustafapaşa village, Sobesos ruins, Soganli Valley, and Kaymakli Underground City. Enjoy a traditional lunch in a local setting.
Continue your journey through volcanic landscapes and valleys as part of a Cappadocia cultural travel experience package.
Visit Uchisar Castle, Rose Valley, Pasabag fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and Avanos pottery workshops. Later, fly back to Istanbul for overnight stay.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your international flight to Athens. This marks the transition into your Turkey and Greece cultural vacation package experience.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time in the Greek capital.
Discover the highlights of Athens on a guided experience featuring Syntagma Square, Parliament, Hadrian’s Arch, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Panathenaic Stadium.
Continue to the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum, completing a classic Athens Acropolis and historical sightseeing tour.
Transfer to Piraeus Port and board a ferry to Mykonos, a highlight of any Greek island vacation including Mykonos and Santorini.
Upon arrival, explore Mykonos Town, Little Venice, and the Old Port at your own pace.
Enjoy a relaxed day exploring the island’s charm. Walk through whitewashed streets, visit windmills, and admire Paraportiani Church.
This is part of your Greek island hopping tour experience in the Aegean Sea, offering both relaxation and cultural discovery
After a free morning, take a ferry to Santorini, known for its volcanic cliffs and dramatic scenery.
Arrive and check into your hotel before exploring Fira town, part of your Santorini caldera view island holiday experience.
Enjoy a full free day in Santorini. Optional boat trips to Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni islands are available, including hot springs swimming.
End your day with sunset views over the caldera, a highlight of your Greek island vacation including Santorini and Rhodes experience.
Morning at leisure before ferry transfer back to Athens. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for the final night in Greece.
This journey continues your Turkey and Greece multi-country tour package experience with seamless island-to-mainland travel.
After breakfast, enjoy private transfer to Athens Airport depending on flight schedule. Your journey concludes with unforgettable memories of a complete Turkey and Greece cultural vacation package experience.
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Additional Notes
- Combines Turkey's historic landmarks with Greece's classical heritage and iconic islands in one itinerary.
- Includes guided sightseeing at major archaeological, historical, and cultural attractions.
- Features domestic flights, an international flight, ferry connections, and coordinated transfers for efficient travel.
- Balances structured touring with free time in Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini.
- Covers UNESCO-listed sites, World War I history, unique geological landscapes, and Aegean island experiences.
- Upgrade to premium or boutique hotel accommodations.
- Add a sunrise Cappadocia hot air balloon flight.
- Arrange private sightseeing instead of scheduled small-group tours where available.
- Extend your stay before or after the tour in Istanbul, Athens, Mykonos, or Santorini.
- Add honeymoon amenities or special occasion packages at selected hotels.
- Visit the Grand Bazaar early to enjoy a quieter shopping experience.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as archaeological sites and historic districts include uneven stone surfaces.
- Bring sun protection for Gallipoli, Cappadocia, and the Greek islands, particularly during summer.
- Sunrise and sunset provide the best lighting for photography in Cappadocia and Santorini.
- Carry a light jacket for ferry crossings, as sea breezes can be cool even during warmer months.
Visa requirements for Turkey and Greece may differ based on your nationality and country of residence. We recommend reviewing the most current entry rules, visa policies, and passport requirements before your departure.
For many travelers, Turkey provides visa-free access or the option to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa). Greece, as a member of the Schengen Area, may require travelers from certain countries to obtain a valid Schengen visa before arrival. Please ensure that your passport meets the required validity conditions, which generally means having at least six months of validity remaining from your entry date.
After your reservation is completed, our experienced travel team can assist you with updated visa information and entry procedures to help you prepare for a comfortable and seamless trip.
- This tour is available for Daily all year round
- Tour Can be customized.
- Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- Price does not include international flight tickets.
- Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
- Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
- Domestic flights schedule may change.
- Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)
- Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation
Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.
- Step 2: Official Itinerary Review
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
- Step 3: Secure Your Reservation
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
- Payment Schedule:
To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.
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Reservations may only be canceled by submitting a formal written notice sent via email or certified mail directly to our agency. Because we pre-pay and secure local boutique hotels, high-speed ferries, and domestic flight entities well in advance on behalf of our travelers, our cancellation policy is strictly structured based on the timeline below:
- ⚠️ DOMESTIC FLIGHTS & FERRIES ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE: Once domestic flight or ferry tickets are officially issued, they cannot be modified, and a 100% cancellation fee applies to that portion of the package immediately, regardless of when the cancellation notice is received.
- ⏳ Land Portion Cancellation Scale:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
- Notice received 31 days or more prior to arrival/tour start date: 100% Refund (No cancellation fee applies to the land portion).
- Notice received between 31 and 21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received between 21 and 14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No Refund will be issued.
Is the Gallipoli tour included?
Yes. The itinerary includes a guided full-day Gallipoli tour with entrance fees, transportation, lunch, and an English-speaking guide.
Are flights included?
Yes. The package includes domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia, plus the international flight from Istanbul to Athens.
Are ferry tickets included?
Yes. Ferry tickets between Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini are included according to the itinerary.
What type of accommodation is provided?
The tour includes 13 nights in 4-star hotels with daily breakfast.
What is the group size?
Sightseeing tours operate with groups of up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Greece. Flights, ferries, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Is the Cappadocia hot air balloon ride included?
No. The balloon flight is optional and can be arranged at an additional cost, subject to weather conditions.
How physically demanding is this tour?
The tour is rated as moderate, involving regular walking through historic sites, archaeological areas, and towns with uneven surfaces.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the scheduled tour departure.
