5 Days Turkey and Greece Stopover Tour
|5 Days, 2 Destinations |Starts from Istanbul
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Duration
5 days

Max Group Size
30

Departure Type
Scheduled

Tour Operator
Travel Shop Booking

Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In
English

Physical level
relax

Tour route map

Istanbul

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Athens

Tour Overview

AdventureCombined CountryDiscoveryExplorerFamilyHistoricalIn-depth CulturalMuseumSightseeingSolo TravelWalking Tour

First class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Istanbul, and historical sites to visit in Greece that gloriously depict the country's past.

Highlights

Embarking on a journey from Istanbul to Athens promises a rich exploration of history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Hagia Sophia: Explore the iconic Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and a symbol of Istanbul. Blue Mosque: Admire the stunning architecture and intricate tilework of the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque). Topkapı Palace: Discover the opulent Topkapı Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans, and explore its impressive courtyards, pavilions, and treasury. Grand Bazaar: Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, offering a vast array of goods and souvenirs. Bosphorus Cruise: Take a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, passing by iconic landmarks such as the Maiden's Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, and the historic waterfront mansions. Galata Tower: Enjoy panoramic views of Istanbul from the top of the Galata Tower, a medieval stone tower offering breathtaking vistas of the city and its surroundings. Acropolis: Explore the Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most famous landmark of Athens, featuring iconic ancient monuments such as the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike. Parthenon: Marvel at the majestic Parthenon, a symbol of ancient Greece and one of the world's greatest architectural achievements, dedicated to the goddess Athena. Ancient Agora: Wander through the Ancient Agora of Athens, the heart of ancient Athenian life and democracy, and explore its ruins, including the Temple of Hephaestus and the Stoa of Attalos. Plaka: Stroll through the charming streets of Plaka, Athens' oldest neighborhood, known for its picturesque alleys, neoclassical buildings, and vibrant atmosphere filled with tavernas, cafes, and shops. National Archaeological Museum: Discover the rich history of Greece at the National Archaeological Museum, home to a vast collection of artifacts spanning thousands of years, including sculptures, pottery, and treasures from ancient civilizations. Mount Lycabettus: Take a funicular or hike to the top of Mount Lycabettus for panoramic views of Athens and the Aegean Sea, especially breathtaking at sunset. Syntagma Square: Visit Syntagma Square, the central square of Athens, and witness the changing of the guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Hellenic Parliament Building.

Itinerary

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.

(Breakfast included)

Aft After breakfast, we have Istanbul City Tour. Our first visit will be HIPPODROME. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Than we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was 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. Our next visit will be HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND MOSQUE. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque 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. Lunch break at 13:00 pm. After the lunch, TravelShop Group will take you to the ASIL EFENDI 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. Overnight in Istanbul.

 

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry headscarf with you for the visit of religious places as Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, we check out from the hotel and depart by international flight to Greece. Upon arrival our friendly staff will transfer you to your hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Athens.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, we will start the tour of the city of Athens, visiting Syntagma Square - the center of modern Athens and view the changing of the guard in front of the Parliament building. On the way to Acropolis, we will have a stop to the Panathenaic Stadium-made of white marble- where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. The impressive, work of Art, Stadium was the finish line of the Marathon Race of Athens 2004 Olympics. We will also see the Temple of Olympian Zeus - the largest Temple ever built in Greece. We will view the National Gardens, the Academy, the National Library, the University, and finally we will visit the most magnificent monument in the world - the Parthenon on the Acropolis. The Acropolis was formally proclaimed as the pre-eminent monument on the European Cultural Heritage list of monuments on 26 March 2007. The Acropolis is a flat-topped rock that rises 150 m (490 ft) above sea level in the city of Athens, with a surface area of about 3 hectares. It was also known as Cecropia, after the legendary serpent-man, Cecrops, the first Athenian king. At the end of the tour, we will transfer you back to hotel and the rest of the day is yours to have a walk in Athens. Overnight in Athens.

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast, we check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Trip includes

Included

• 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Istanbul - 5 Star La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul

• 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Athens - Titania Hotel

PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar other hotel for your group.

If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost

Hotel

Professional English-speaking tour guides

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

4 open buffet breakfasts

All Arrival and departure transfers mentioned in above program

Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Return transfer to Athens International Airport

Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

Guided Istanbul City Tour

Guided Athens City Tour

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Excluded

International flights

Insurance: All types

City Tax

Greece entry visa

Turkey entry visa

Optinal land excursion

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry

Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section.

Hotel room taxes

Tipping

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