✓ Incredible sightseeing including Istanbul, Gallipoli Battlefields, Troy, Ephesus, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos, Santorini, Milos, Mykonos and more
✓ 10 Day small group tour of Turkey with a maximum of 8 travellers
✓ 9 Nights accommodation in mostly 4* hotels in Turkey
✓ Professional English-speaking local guide at each city
✓ Transportation in fully air conditioned vehicle
✓ 6 Day cruise on the Aegean Sea with Celestyal Cruises
✓ Onboard unlimited classic drinks
✓ Onboard entertainment & selected shore excursions
✓ Cruise port charges & gratuities
✓ 22 meals including daily breakfast, 5 lunches and 9 dinners
✓ Istanbul airport arrival transfer
15 Day Best Of Turkey & Greek Island Cruise
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✓ Incredible sightseeing including Istanbul, Gallipoli Battlefields, Troy, Ephesus, Rhodes, Agios Nikolaos, Santorini, Milos, Mykonos and more
✓ 10 Day small group tour of Turkey with a maximum of 8 travellers
✓ 9 Nights accommodation in mostly 4* hotels in Turkey
✓ Professional English-speaking local guide at each city
✓ Transportation in fully air conditioned vehicle
✓ 6 Day cruise on the Aegean Sea with Celestyal Cruises
✓ Onboard unlimited classic drinks
✓ Onboard entertainment & selected shore excursions
✓ Cruise port charges & gratuities
✓ 22 meals including daily breakfast, 5 lunches and 9 dinners
✓ Istanbul airport arrival transfer
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Travelling with Inspiring Vacations allows you to explore the wonders of the world in a variety of different ways. We have partnered with a worldwide network of local travel experts to bring you culturally unique and delightfully unforgettable travel experiences. Whether it is meandering through narrow canyons by rail, cruising the idyllic waters of the Mediterranean or touring through the backroads of provincial towns, Inspiring Vacations trips offer amazing value and will leave you inspired.
Welcome to Istanbul! On arrival to Istanbul airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to settle in and relax.
After breakfast, enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene) and the Hippodrome.
In the afternoon you will have the option to join a half day Bosphorous Cruise and cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia.
One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WW1 Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
Step back in time as we visit Troy and its famed Trojan Horse, followed by a tour of the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum. Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political centre in its time.
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale, where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Today we visit Ihlara Valley, a canyon which is almost 100 metres deep and was formed by the Melendiz River. At the end of the valley we will visit Selime Monastery and take in the panoramic views at Yaprakhisar.
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Kusadasi (via Istanbul). Upon arrival, your transfer will drive you to Kusadasi port to boar your cruise. Your cruise will depart Kusadasi by approximately 6pm.
Today you will wake up in Rhodes. The picturesque island of Rhodes is well known for its beautiful beaches, majestic fortified ruins and its glorious year-round sunshine. Perched high on the clifftop that dramatically rises up from the crystalline waters is the island’s crowning glory: the Acropolis at Lindos. Enjoy a guided tour which also includes a chance to discover the island’s enchanting old town.
As we pull into Heraklion, you have the chance to snap the imposing 16th Century walls of Koules Fortress. Here you can enjoy the calm of the stunning waterfront, explore the Cretan countryside or discover the Palace of Knossos. This spellbinding tour invites you to listen to tales of intrigue and learn about Europe's first civilisation in the Knossos museum. Was the Minotaur half-man or myth? You're about to find out! Continue sailing two Santorini.
The spectacular sweeping scenery of Santorini will simply take your breath away. The romantic Island is dotted with traditional whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches that are clustered over the striking cliffs. It is instantly recognisable as one of the world's most photographed picture-postcard landscapes. The charming villages provide beguiling oasis of tranquility and beauty that will exceed all your expectations.
The magical sun-kissed island of Mykonos invites you to admire its stunning coastline, soft sandy beaches, and rugged rock landscapes. Affectionately known as the “Island of the Winds”, Mykonos is home to the 16th Century windmills that have become iconic landmarks on postcards. The energetic Greek island is well known for its beauty, diverse range of bars, cafes, restaurants and a vibrant atmosphere.
The volcanic origins of the beautiful Greek island of Milos are clearly evident in its complex and bewitching landscape. Here you have the opportunity to explore the dramatically surreal and sculpted looming rock formations that rise out of the crystalline waters and create a stunning coastline. Why not join a local expert to explore the many beauty spots and charming fishing villages
As we pull into the port by 9am, your trip comes to an end. Make your own way to the airport to connect with your ongoing flight.
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