EURORIENTE: OTTOMAN TÜRKIYE AND GREECE COMPLETE 17 Days

Day 1: ARRIVAL / ISTANBUL

Welcome to Istanbul! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the hotel according to your chosen category. Accommodation

If your arrival is at Istanbul Airport (IST) our representative will be waiting for you at your departure abroad through gate number 9 with a "Euroriente Travel" sign. If you are arriving at Istanbul Airport (SAW) on the Asian side, please head outside, cross the pedestrian crossing—which is approximately 40 meters long and located between columns 9 and 10—and continue to the left toward the "Meeting Point" area, where our representative will be waiting for you, holding a sign that reads "Euroriente Travel."

Day 2: ISTANBUL / SULEIMAN THE MAGNIFICENT (B)

Breakfast. Departure to visit the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent located on the third hill of Istanbul with one of the most well-known panoramic views of the city, by order of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent was built by the famous imperial architect Sinan. After the visit Free time to discover the city on your own. or optionally hire a full day visit to the Historical part of Istanbul where you can see Hagia Sophia (exterior) culmination of Byzantine art, and the pearl of Istanbul, the famous Topkapi Palace, residence of the Ottoman sultans for four centuries, Enjoy a typical lunch in a local restaurant in the Sultanahmet area, Contemplate the Blue Mosque, a prodigy of harmony, proportion and elegance; and the Hippodrome that preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, the Fountain of Emperor William and the Egyptian Obelisk, at the end of the afternoon visit the famous Grand Bazaar where we will enjoy free time to get lost among its 4 thousand shops. Accommodation

Day 3: ISTANBUL / BOSPHORUS WALK / SPICE BAZAAR (B)

Breakfast. Departure for one of the most famous activities in Istanbul, a boat trip on the Bosphorus, the canal that separates Europe and Asia. During this journey you will appreciate the palaces of the Sultans, old and typical wooden houses and enjoy history in a different way. Next, we will make one of the star visits, the spice bazaar, established by the Ottomans 5 centuries ago and used since then. Our Included visit ends at the bazaar where you can enjoy its atmosphere and variety of shops. In the afternoon you can optionally visit with lunch to the Asian side of the city visiting the palace of "Beylerbey" located on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. Former summer residence of the sultans of the Ottoman Empire, we will also be able to contemplate the famous Bosphorus suspension bridge that connects the European part with the Asian part of the city, after lunch we will visit the underrated district of Üsküdar located on the Asian side and then head to the Camlica Hill, one of the city's seven hills and the highest point in Istanbul. At 268 meters above sea level, Camlica Hill offers panoramic views of both sides of the city. Accommodation

Day 4: ISTANBUL / FLIGHT / CAPPADOCIA (B-D)

Breakfast. At the indicated time transfer to the airport to board a domestic flight included to Cappadocia. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Optionally you can hire a Cappadocia Jeep Safari tour, one of the most exciting adventures in Cappadocia that will allow you to explore the region in an all-terrain vehicle, where you can reach unique landscapes of the formations and valleys of this region. Dinner and overnight (pick-up will be 4 hours before the domestic flight time, exact time will be confirmed through your assistant at destination)

Day 5: CAPPADOCIA (B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of this fascinating region and original landscape, formed by the lava spewed by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago. We will visit the Göreme Valley, an incredible Byzantine monastic complex made up of rock-cut churches with beautiful frescoes. Next, we will visit the Avcilar Valley and Gόvercinlik where you can admire the best view of the volcanic forms called "fairy chimneys" We will visit the typical workshops of carpets and stones of Onyx and Turquoise. Dinner and Accommodation.

Day 6: CAPPADOCIA / PAMUKKALE (B - D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Early departure to Pamukkale. Arrival and visit to Hierapolis, an ancient Hellenistic city that today stands in ruins. Visit to the famous Cotton Castle, a natural wonder of gigantic white waterfalls, stalactites and Natural Pools formed over the centuries by the passage of waters loaded with calcareous salts from hot springs. Arrival at the hotel Dinner and overnight.

Day 7: PAMUKKALE / EPHESUS / KUSADASI / OR IZMIR (B - D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure in the morning to Ephesus, Greco-Roman city, ancient capital of Asia Minor and one of the best preserved of antiquity, where the Temple of Hadrian, Temple of Trajan, the theater and the Library of Celsus are located. Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where he spent the last years of his life. Next, we will visit a leather goods gallery where we will learn about the famous production of lambskin garments of this region, at the end of the afternoon we continue to Kusadasi/or Izmir. Dinner at the hotel and overnight. (During the summer months of May -October the accommodation could be Izmir and its surroundings instead of Kusadasi)

Day 8: KUSADASI / FERRY / SAMOS (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, transfer to the port of Kusadasi to board the ferry that takes us to the Greek island of Samos. located just 45 minutes from the Turkish coast and one of the greenest islands in Greece, with landscapes of hills, forests, vineyards and sandy beaches. After arrival and immigration procedures in Greece transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon to explore the island, enjoy its beaches or visit places of interest. Accommodation

Day 9: SAMOS / FERRY / MYKONOS (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time transfer to the port to take the ferry that takes us to the magnificent island of Mykonos. famous for its beaches, nightlife and charming streets of white houses. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and free afternoon to enjoy the island. You can stroll through the old town, browse boutiques, relax on one of its beautiful beaches or enjoy the local cuisine in a tavern. Accommodation.

Day 10: MYKONOS (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day on the island to enjoy the sun, the sea with the wonderful beaches, as well as the beauty of this magical island, with the incredible nightlife. Possibility to visit the Sacred Island of Delos, birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. Accommodation.

Day 11: MYKONOS / FERRY / SANTORINI (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time transfer to the port to take the ferry to the famous island of Santorini. Known for its stunning landscapes, its villages of white houses and blue domes, and its spectacular views of the Aegean Sea. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and free afternoon to enjoy the island at your own pace. You can explore Fira, the lively capital, or get lost in the charming streets of Oía, famous for its dreamy sunsets. Accommodation.

Day 12: SANTORINI (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy this wonderful island unique for its morphology and its picturesque villages hanging on the edge of the cliff, its black , white and red sand beaches. Possibility to visit the submerged volcano.

Day 13: SANTORINI / FERRY / ATHENS (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time transfer to the port to take the ferry to Athens. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation

Day 14: ATHENS / DELPHI (B-D)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to start our journey to the northwest, towards the province of Boeotia. Along the way, we will pass through the cities of Thebes and Lebadia, and make a short stop in the picturesque village of Arahova, known for its handicrafts and mountain charm. Our destination is Delphi, located on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, one of the most sacred places of ancient Greece. Here we will visit the Sanctuary of Apollo, home of the famous Oracle of Delphi, which had a great influence on the decision-making of the time. We will visit the monumental complex and the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, where the famous bronze statue of the Charioteer (Iniohos) is located. At the end of the afternoon arrival at the hotel, dinner and overnight.

Day 15: METEORA / ATHENS (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to visit two of the impressive Monasteries of Meteora, which are perched on huge rock formations. These monasteries became an important monastic center, being the second most important after Mount Athos, and are famous for their architecture and panoramic views. After exploring Meteora, we will start the return to Athens, passing through Thermopylae. This strait, located between the Callidrome Mountains and the Gulf of Malasio, has been a strategic point throughout history. Several battles took place here, the most famous being the heroic defense of the Spartans against the Persians in 480 BC. At the end of the afternoon arrive at our hotel in Athens. Accommodation

Day 16: ATHENS (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for a panoramic tour of the city center of Athens: Parliament, University, National Library and Academy of Arts, Neoclassical Mansions, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's Gate, Pan-Athenaeum Stadium and many other mythical monuments. After the panorama, visit the spectacular Acropolis. Free afternoon in the city.

Day 17: ATHENS / AIRPORT (B)

Breakfast and at the indicated time transfer to the airport. End of services.