Board your International flight to Athens; we offer departures from most major Cities in the USA and Canada.

Arrival at the Athens airport, welcome assistance and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Athens.

After breakfast depart northwards towards Delphi, which used to be the most sacred place in the world and a pilgrimage center for many centuries in antiquity. You will admire the Sanctuary of Apollo, walk the famous Sacred Way and visit the temple of Apollo, home of Pythia (the oracle). In the afternoon and after a short break for lunch (not included) we will be crossing the mountains of central Greece to arrive in Kalambaka for dinner and overnight.

This morning we will be visiting Meteora. Amazing rock formations, like towers of sandstone, stand ageless, and have provided sacred retreat for monks over the centuries. A number of monasteries are hidden on top of Meteora. The view over the plain is breathtaking. Meteora is considered among the most beautiful areas of mainland Greece and belongs to Unesco's list of world heritage monuments. After our visit, we will take the road back to Athens. On the way, we will make a short stop at Thermopylae, to admire the statue of Leonidas king of Sparta. Overnight in Athens.

The day is dedicated to exploring the city of Athens. We begin with a panoramic tour to the most important monuments and landmarks of the city including the Panathinaikon stadium, the Zappeion, the temple of Olympian Zeus, Hadrian's Arch, Syntagma square, the Parliament, the tomb of the unknown soldier, Schliemann's house, the Academy, the University, the National Library, and the old Parliament. Next we head for our guided visit to the Acropolis, including the Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, the Erechtheion. Later, we continue with a guided visit to the Acropolis museum voted one of the best museums in the world. Return to your hotel. Later in the afternoon, transfer to the airport for a short flight to Santorini. Arrival and transfer to your hotel for the evening.

At leisure to explore the magical island of Santorini. Discover Fira with the breathtaking views to the volcano, and enjoy one of the best sunsets in the Aegean. Explore the unique black-sanded beaches or take a boat tour to the islands of the caldera.

Another day at leisure in Santorini to discover more of this unique island. In the afternoon, take advantage of your complementary transfer to/from Oia (on sharing basis), to discover the most famous village of the island, admire the stunning views, and find the perfect spot to watch the most beautiful sunset of the Aegean.

Enjoy the morning in Santorini, and in the afternoon you will be transferred to the local airport for a short flight back to Athens. Arrival in Athens and transfer to your hotel for the evening.

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, our representative will assist you with transfer to your Hotel. Please note American and Canadian Passport Holders need a Tourist Visa to visit Turkey. Visa to be obtained online before departure. Overnight in Istanbul.

Breakfast at the Hotel. Continue with a Half day Guided Tour of Istanbul visiting: Hagia Sophia (or Aya Sofya), The Cathedral built by Emperor Justinian, considered a significant sample of Byzantine art and engineering. The Basilica became a Mosque (AyaSofia) during the Ottoman Empire and is now one of Istanbul's most important Museums (a UNESCO-listed). It houses an extensive collection of Ottoman/Byzantine era antiquities and objects that once belonged to 15th-century Sultans. Continue to The Blue Mosque, One of Istanbul's most recognized sites built by Sultan Ahmed I in the 17th century to exceed the beauty of Hagia Sophia. This Imperial Mosque is a striking sight with its multiple cascading domes and minarets, and inside beautiful blue Iznik tiles cover the walls. When visiting the Mosque, you are asked to dress modestly (no shorts), remove your shoes at the entrance; women should cover their heads with a scarf, turn off your flash camera and walk/talk quietly after all this is a place of worship. Istanbul's Byzantine Hippodrome, This arena was the center of Byzantium's life used for chariot races and public meetings. Built by The Roman Emperor Septimus Severus; admire the display of different Museums such as The Egyptian Obelisk of Thutmose III, The Serpentine Column, and the Walled Obelisk. The Hippodrome is now public park a favorite meeting place for people. Grand Bazaar: The oldest covered market in the world, its passages, and alleys lined with over four thousand shops, here you find carpets, spices, art pieces, jewelry, and leather, bargaining with the shopkeepers is accepted. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast at your Hotel continue with a Half day Bosphorus tour. Visit Istanbul's Spice Market, also known as Egyptian Bazaar, since many goods came from Egypt a few centuries ago. Visit the City Walls, The Golden Horn and Cruise the Bosphorus by Public Boat.

Optional tour at an extra cost: Istanbul by Night: Enjoy the performance of a Traditional Turkish Show with belly dancers and live music. Tour Includes Dinner, transfers, and limited local drinks.

Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast transfer to the Airport for your flight to Kayseri airport. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your Hotel in Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast at your hotel depart for a full day Cappadocia tour. The tour begins with a visit to the fantastic Rock Formations in Devrent valley. And then Zelve-Pasabag valley where the voice of wind mixes with "the songs of fairies," with its mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys, once the hiding places of Stylites and Hermits. The Pasabag Valley includes some of the most breathtaking fairy chimneys in Cappadocia. After lunch at local restaurant, we visit Avanos the center of terra-cotta work of art since 3000 BC. Avanos is where the Hallys river meanders leaving the red Clay on its banks that has been the raw material of pottery for centuries. Later drive to the famous Goreme Open Air Museum to see the best examples of Byzantine art in Cappadocia. Goreme is a UNESCO World, Heritage List. The Museum is composed of intricate Monasteries placed beside one another, each containing its Church. The Rock Churches still have beautiful frescoes depicting various scenes from the Bible. The tour finishes with the Uchisar Rock Castle to have fabulous panoramic views. Drive back to the hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Kayseri Airport for your return flight via Istanbul.