8 Nights and 9 Days

Highlights of the Trip

Discover two iconic destinations in one unforgettable journey. Wander through Athens’ legendary ruins such as the Acropolis and Temple of Zeus. Sail across Santorini’s volcanic cliffs and magical sunsets. Experience the cultural richness of Istanbul with its mosques, palaces and bustling markets. Explore the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia with hot air ballooning, underground cities and panoramic valleys. History, adventure and beauty come together on this spectacular trip.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Athens

• Arrive in Athens and transfer to the hotel
• Evening leisure walk in Plaka or Syntagma Square
• Dinner at a local tavern
• Overnight in Athens

Day 2 – Athens City & Acropolis Tour

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Guided visit to the Acropolis, Parthenon and Ancient Agora
• Explore the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Panathenaic Stadium
• Free time for shopping and cafés
• Overnight in Athens

Day 3 – Athens to Santorini

• Breakfast and checkout
• Ferry or flight to Santorini
• Check in and enjoy Caldera views
• Evening sunset at Oia
• Overnight in Santorini

Day 4 – Santorini Highlights & Cruise

• Breakfast
• Explore Fira, Imerovigli and Oia’s iconic blue domes
• Optional half day cruise to volcanic islands and hot springs
• Romantic dinner by the cliffside
• Overnight in Santorini

Day 5 – Santorini to Istanbul

• Breakfast and checkout
• Fly to Istanbul
• Check in at the hotel
• Evening Bosphorus dinner cruise (optional)
• Overnight in Istanbul

Day 6 – Istanbul Old City Tour

• Breakfast at the hotel
• Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Topkapi Palace
• Shop at Grand Bazaar
• Overnight in Istanbul

Day 7 – Istanbul to Cappadocia

• Breakfast and checkout
• Fly to Cappadocia
• Visit Devrent Valley, Fairy Chimneys and Avanos Pottery Village
• Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 8 – Cappadocia Highlights + Balloon (Optional)

• Optional sunrise hot air balloon experience
• Visit Goreme Open Air Museum
• Explore Kaymakli Underground City
• Sunset at Red Valley
• Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 9 – Departure

• Breakfast and checkout
• Fly back from Cappadocia to your home country

Activities

• Acropolis and Ancient Athens monuments
• Santorini volcanic cruise and sunset points
• Istanbul Old City mosque and palace visits
• Grand Bazaar shopping experience
• Cappadocia hot air balloon (optional)
• Underground city exploration
• Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul

Inclusions

• Accommodation in Athens, Santorini, Istanbul and Cappadocia
• Daily breakfast at all hotels
• All internal transfers (ferries, domestic flights)
• Airport transfers
• Guided sightseeing tours as per itinerary
• Entrance fees to major monuments
• English speaking local guides
• All taxes and service charges