Aegean Legends: Turkey & Greece Tour | 15 Days & 14 Nights
Overview
Aegean Legends: Turkey & Greece Tour | 15 Days & 14 Nights
Aegean Legends follows the great stories of both shores of the Aegean. In Turkey you explore Istanbul, fly to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and walk the ancient streets of Ephesus.
You then cross to Greece for the Acropolis and the Plaka in Athens, and finish with three nights on Santorini, with its white villages and sunsets over the caldera.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Istanbul
Our team meets you at Istanbul Airport and takes you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 - Istanbul Old City Tour
After breakfast your guide takes you through the Old City:
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Hippodrome (Sultanahmet Square)
- Topkapi Palace
- Basilica Cistern
- Grand Bazaar
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 - Bosphorus and Spice Market
After breakfast you explore the Bosphorus side of Istanbul:
- Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar)
- Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia
- Dolmabahce Palace
- Ortakoy
- Taksim Square and Istiklal Street
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 - Flight to Cappadocia and North Cappadocia Tour
You fly to Cappadocia and join the North Cappadocia tour:
- Uchisar Castle
- Goreme Open Air Museum
- Pasabag (Monks Valley)
- Devrent Valley
- Avanos pottery town
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 5 - South Cappadocia Tour
(Optional) Early in the morning you can join a hot air balloon flight over the valleys of Cappadocia, followed by a small celebration and flight certificate.
After breakfast you join the South Cappadocia tour:
- Kaymakli or Derinkuyu Underground City
- Pigeon Valley
- Ortahisar
- Mustafapasa (Sinasos)
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 6 - Flight to Izmir and Kusadasi
After breakfast you fly to Izmir and are transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi. The afternoon is free by the sea. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 7 - Ephesus Tour
After breakfast your guide takes you to:
- Ephesus Ancient City: Great Theatre, Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, Curetes Street
- Terrace Houses
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Temple of Artemis
Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 8 - Pamukkale Day Trip
A full-day trip to Pamukkale:
- Pamukkale travertine terraces
- Hierapolis Ancient City and theatre
- Necropolis
- Cleopatra Pool (optional swim, extra fee)
You return to Kusadasi in the evening. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 9 - Transfer to Athens
After breakfast you travel from Turkey to Athens (by flight, or by ferry via Samos depending on the season). You are transferred to your hotel in Athens. Overnight in Athens.
Day 10 - Athens: Acropolis and Plaka
After breakfast you visit the Acropolis with the Parthenon and the Erechtheion, the Acropolis Museum and the old Plaka quarter. Overnight in Athens.
Day 11 - Free Day in Athens
A free day in Athens. Optional: a day trip to Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon, or a cruise to the Saronic islands. Overnight in Athens.
Day 12 - Ferry to Santorini
In the morning you are transferred to Piraeus port for the ferry to Santorini. On arrival you are taken to your hotel. Overnight in Santorini.
Day 13 - Santorini Villages
After breakfast you explore Fira and the village of Oia, famous for its white houses, blue domes and sunset over the caldera. Overnight in Santorini.
Day 14 - Free Day in Santorini
A free day for the beaches of Santorini. Optional: a caldera boat trip with the volcano and hot springs. Overnight in Santorini.
Day 15 - Departure
After breakfast you are transferred to Santorini Airport for your flight home.
This is the end of our service. Thank you for travelling with us.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓14 Nights Hotel Accommodation with Breakfast – a Middle-Class Hotel from Our Selection, Confirmed by Availability and with Your Approval
- ✓Domestic Flights in Turkey
- ✓Flight or Ferry from Turkey to Athens
- ✓Ferry Athens - Santorini
- ✓All Airport, Port and Hotel Transfers
- ✓Guided Tours as Listed
- ✓Entrance Fees to Listed Sites
- ✕International Flights
- ✕Lunches and Dinners
- ✕Hot Air Balloon Flight (Optional)
- ✕Greek Visa if Required
- ✕Personal Expenses
- ✕Tips for Guides and Drivers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Aegean Legends: Turkey and Greece in 15 days, what you need to know
Aegean Legends follows the great stories of both shores of the Aegean in one private journey, from $4,200 per person. In Turkey you explore Istanbul, fly to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, walk the streets of Ephesus and visit Pamukkale; then you cross to Greece for the Acropolis and the Plaka in Athens, and finish with three nights on Santorini. Fourteen hotel nights with breakfast, domestic flights in Turkey, the flight or ferry from Turkey to Athens, the ferry to Santorini, all transfers, the listed guided tours and entrance fees are included.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 15 days, 14 nights |
| Price | from $4,200 per person |
| Route | Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Athens, Santorini |
| Hotels | 14 nights with breakfast, middle-class hotels from our selection, confirmed with your approval |
| Included | Domestic flights in Turkey, flight or ferry to Athens, ferry to Santorini, all transfers, listed guided tours, entrance fees |
| Not included | International flights, lunches and dinners, hot air balloon (optional), Greek visa if required, tips |
Can you combine Turkey and Greece in one trip?
Yes, and two weeks is a good length to do it well. Eight days in Turkey cover Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale; seven days in Greece cover Athens and Santorini. The crossing from the Turkish Aegean to Athens is by flight, or by ferry via Samos depending on the season, and a ferry takes you on to Santorini.
What does the 15-day itinerary include?
| Day | Programme |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Istanbul |
| Day 2 | Old City: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar |
| Day 3 | Spice Market, Bosphorus cruise, Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy |
| Day 4 | Flight to Cappadocia; North Cappadocia: Uchisar Castle, Goreme Open Air Museum, Pasabag, Devrent Valley, Avanos |
| Day 5 | Optional sunrise balloon; South Cappadocia tour |
| Day 6 | Flight to Izmir, free afternoon by the sea in Kusadasi |
| Day 7 | Ephesus, the Terrace Houses and the House of the Virgin Mary |
| Day 8 | Pamukkale travertines and Hierapolis |
| Day 9 | Travel to Athens |
| Day 10 | Acropolis with the Parthenon and Erechtheion, the Acropolis Museum, Plaka |
| Day 11 | Free day in Athens; optional Cape Sounion or a Saronic islands cruise |
| Day 12 | Ferry from Piraeus to Santorini |
| Day 13 | Fira and Oia, with the sunset over the caldera |
| Day 14 | Free day; optional caldera boat trip |
| Day 15 | Departure from Santorini Airport |
How does it compare with Turkey-only packages?
| Package | Length | Countries | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Turkey tour | 10 days | Turkey | $2,800 per person |
| Best of Turkey timeless journey | 10 days | Turkey | $3,299 per person |
| Best of Turkey tour package | 15 days | Turkey, with the Antalya coast | $3,980 per person |
| This package | 15 days | Turkey and Greece | $4,200 per person |
Is the Cappadocia balloon included?
No, it is optional on the morning of day five. The standard sunrise flight starts at $199 and the premium luxury flight at $399.
Do you need a visa for Greece?
Greece is in the Schengen area, and visa rules depend on your passport. Check the current requirements for both Turkey and Greece before you travel; visa fees are not included.
When is the best time for a Turkey and Greece trip?
May, June and September are ideal: warm enough for Santorini's beaches, comfortable for sightseeing in Istanbul, Ephesus and Athens, and the best balloon season in Cappadocia. July and August are hot and busy on the islands. Some ferry schedules are reduced outside the summer season.
What should you bring?
Comfortable walking shoes for ancient sites, swimwear and sun protection for Pamukkale and Santorini, layers for Cappadocia mornings, modest clothing for mosques and churches, and your passport for flights and ferries.
How do you book?
Choose your dates on this page and send the form, or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm hotels, flights and ferries in writing, and you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Turkey tour packages.
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