From Istanbul to Athens
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Welcome to Istanbul!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)
East meets West ISTANBUL A full day guided sightseeing includes visits to the Roman Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar. Enjoy [LF] a traditional Turkish coffee experience at an historical coffee roaster. (Breakfast)
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Crossroads of the Ancient World MARMARA REGION Interesting drive through the region to the border and cross into Greece. ALEXANDROUPOLI During your orientation, see the lighthouse, the town’s landmark. (Breakfast,Dinner) 193 mi / 310 km
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Picture Perfect XANTHI Time to take a photo and stroll the streets of the “city of a thousand colors.” PHILIPPI Enjoy a guided walk of the archeological excavations. THESSALONIKI Free time this evening. (Breakfast,Dinner) 208 mi / 335 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT PRIME LO...
Cultural Capital of Greece THESSALONIKI Guided sightseeing tour of the city’s highlights includes a visit to the Basilica of Saint Demetrious. (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS Greece’s second city has so much to offer that it is often nominated the cu...
Unspoiled Treasures VERGINA Visit the Royal Tombs Museum under the tumulus to see the incredible unspoiled marble tomb of King Philipp II with all of its gold and silver treasures. (Breakfast,Dinner) 149mi / 240 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT FAMILY FOUNDATIONS Philipp II w...
Monasteries in Magical Greece METEORA Guided visit of the Varlaam and St. Stephen’s Monasteries. (Breakfast)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT SACRED SITES Perched atop soaring huge cliffs are the monasteries of Meteora, of which six are still active. Visit the beautiful monasteri...
Bravery in Battle THERMOPYLAE Stop at the battle site. ATHENS Free time late afternoon and evening. (Breakfast) 217 mi / 350 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES The story of the Battle of Thermopylae is hard to beat for drama. You may recognize this tale of the he...
Marvels & Myths ATHENS Guided sightseeing includes a visit to the Acropolis and a stop at the Panathenaic Stadium. Enjoy free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS Explore the he...
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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Titanic City Taksim
Just a 5-minute walk from Taksim Square, this Hotel has 202 modern and air-conditioned rooms fully furnished with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, a minibar, Coffee Maker, desk, a safe and a private bathroom equipped with hairdryer, free toiletries and slippers. The high-quality breakfast includes a wide range of options, including salads, eggs, a selection of cheeses, ham, and fresh fruit. The Alesta restaurant serves international delicacies and the café offers a selection of hot drinks, light snack alternatives, desserts and cakes.
Istanbul
Turkey
Lamartin Cad. 47
Astir Egnatia Alexandroupoli
In the beautiful city of Alexandroupolis, where the business and cultural worlds meet, nestled within the timeless landscape and surrounded by the sea. The hotel combines the comforts of a modern city hotel with charming scenery of a lush pine forest while being right on Alexandroupolis sandy beach. Within walking distance from downtown, it is an ideal base for exploring the magical forest of Dadia and the Evros Delta.
Alexandropoulis
Greece
Egnatia Park
Grand Hotel Palace
Located just 1.6 miles from the center of Thessalonika and not far from the well-known Aristotelous Square, this 253-room property is housed in an impressive neoclassical-inspired building. All guestrooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed with free Wi-Fi, coffee/tea making facilities, organic linens, and luxury bathrobes and slippers. Other amenities include a well equipped fitness center and a heated indoor swimming pool with SPA facilities. The gourmet restaurant offers both Mediterranean and International dishes and there is a luxurious lounge bar serving an array of cocktails, drinks, and delicious snacks.
Thessalonika
Greece
305-307 Monastiriou Street
Amalia Kalambaka
Amalia Hotel is a beautiful setting just minutes away from the town of Kalambaka. The hotel is embedded on 14 acres of greenery and has been built with traditional materials to match its surroundings.
Kalambaka
Greece
National Road
Wyndham Grand Hotel Athens
This sleek, contemporary 276-room hotel in the heart of Athens boasts an amazing roof terrace with outdoor swimming pool and bar-restaurant with panoramic views over the iconic Acropolis. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property and there is also a sauna and gym.
Athens
Greece
Megalou Alexandrou
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