18-Day Turkey & Greece Discovery
18-Day Turkey & Greece Discovery is an 18-day professionally guided combined tour package designed for travelers planning a comprehensive multi-week journey who want to discover the highlights of Turkey and Greece. This package includes 17 nights 4-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast, 07-day regular small group tours with English-speaking guide, Entrance fees, lunches, and transportation included. Destinations covered include Istanbul, Cappadocia.
| Tour Duration | 17 Nights / 18 days |
|---|---|
| Guide Languages | English |
| Group Type | Small Group |
| Flights Included? | Yes, Three Domestic Flights |
| Starting Price | € 4.295 |
| Cancellation Policy | Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour date. |
| Physical Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | 01st April to 15th October |
Customizable Itinerary
Daily departure from April to October
Highlights of the Tour
- Flexible package for independent travelers
- Travel on your preferred dates, not with a fixed group
- Fully customizable itinerary
- Prices vary by travel dates, number of travelers, hotel category, and requested changes
- International flights arriving in Istanbul and departing from Athens are not included
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST or SAW), meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
Check-in is available after 14:00. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.
- (Meals: No)
After breakfast at 08:30, enjoy a guided tour of Istanbul. Visit the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople, including the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Fountain of Wilhelm II. Continue to the iconic Blue Mosque and the magnificent Hagia Sophia. After lunch, explore the atmospheric Basilica Cistern, famous for its ancient columns and underground beauty. Overnight in Istanbul.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
After breakfast at 08:30, visit the historic Spice Bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, famous for its colorful spices, sweets, and local products since 1665. Continue with a memorable Bosphorus cruise, sailing between Europe and Asia along one of the world’s most scenic waterways. After the tour, transfer to the airport at 15:00 for your flight to Nevsehir at 18:45. Upon arrival at 20:10, and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
- (Meals:Breakfast)
Optional: Early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia.
After breakfast at 10:00, enjoy a full-day tour of North Cappadocia. Visit Uchisar Castle for panoramic views, followed by Rose Valley, Pasabag, and the Zelve Open Air Museum, famous for fairy chimneys and cave dwellings. After lunch, continue to Devrent Valley and Three Beauties, then visit the charming towns of Urgup and Avanos, known for traditional pottery. After the tour, return to the hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
- (Meals: Breakfast+Lunch)
After breakfast at 09:00, enjoy a full-day tour of South Cappadocia. Visit Ortahisar Castle, the former Greek village of Mustafapaşa, and the Roman ruins of Sobesos Ancient City. Continue to Soğanlı Valley for a scenic walk through its cave churches, followed by lunch. After lunch, explore Kaymakli Underground City, one of Cappadocia’s most famous underground settlements. After the tour, transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Izmir at 22:50. Upon arrival at 00:20, meet and transfer to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
- (Meals: Breakfast+Lunch)
After breakfast at 09:00, enjoy a guided tour of Ephesus, visiting highlights such as the Odeon, Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan, and the Great Theatre. Continue to the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, followed by lunch and a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary. Overnight in Kusadasi.
- (Meals: Breakfast+Lunch)
After breakfast at 07:30, depart for Pamukkale to explore its famous white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Guests may also enjoy swimming at the famous Cleopatra Antique Pools (optional, extra entrance fee applies). After the tour, drive back to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
- (Meals: Breakfast+Lunch)
Transfer from Kusadasi to Marmaris Port for ferry check-in and customs procedures. Ferry to Rhodes.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time at leisure. Overnight in Rhodes.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full day at leisure in Rhodes to explore the historic Old Town, relax on the beaches, or visit the picturesque village of Lindos. Overnight in Rhodes.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Rhodes International Airport for your flight to Heraklion.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Heraklion.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day at leisure in Heraklion.
Optional visits to the Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum are available.
Overnight in Heraklion.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the port in Heraklion for your ferry to Santorini.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Free time at leisure. Overnight in Santorini.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy a free day at leisure in Santorini to relax on the beaches or explore the charming town of Fira.
Optional bus or boat excursions to the volcano and ancient ruins are available.
Overnight in Santorini.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the port in Santorini for your ferry to Mykonos.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free time at leisure. Overnight in Mykonos.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day to explore Mykonos at your own pace. Wander through the charming whitewashed streets of Mykonos Town, discover boutique shops, waterfront cafés, and local restaurants, or relax on one of the island’s beautiful beaches. In the evening, enjoy the lively atmosphere and famous nightlife that Mykonos is known for. Overnight in Mykonos.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to the port in Mykonos for your ferry to Port of Piraeus.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Athens. Free time at leisure. Overnight in Athens.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Enjoy a half-day city tour of Athens, including the Acropolis of Athens, Parthenon, and Acropolis Museum. Continue past the Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Presidential Palace, Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and Arch of Hadrian. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Athens.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel before 12:00 pm.
Transfer to Athens Airport according to your flight departure time.
- (Meals: Breakfast)
Included
- 17 nights 4-star hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- 07-day regular small group tours with English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees, lunches, and transportation included
- One-way domestic flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia
- One-way domestic flight from Kayseri to Izmir
- Flight from Rhodes to Heraklion
- Ferry from Marmaris to Rhodes
- Fast ferry from Heraklion to Santorini
- Fast ferry from Santorini to Mykonos
- Ferry from Mykonos to Port of Piraeus
- All airport, hotel, and port transfers included
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for driver and guide
- Meals not mentioned
- Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia
- Travel insurance
- Available from 1 April to 25 October
- Price per person (min. 2 adults)
- Tour can be customized
- Transfers include 1 luggage per person
- Hotel check-in: 14:00–15:00 | Check-out: 11:00
- Domestic flights & ferries are subject to schedule changes
- Domestic flights and ferry tickets are non-refundable once issued.
- Cancellation 31+ days before arrival: No fee.
- Cancellation 30–21 days before arrival: 25% fee.
- Cancellation 20–14 days before arrival: 50% fee.
- Cancellation 13 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% fee.
Let us know what you would like to do & we will reply with customized travel plan within 24 hours. Quotes are Free (no obligation to purchase).
18-Day Turkey and Greece Tour FAQs
Learn more about the destinations and packages we offer.
The 18-Day Turkey and Greece Tour covers Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Rhodes, Crete, Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini. You will explore Turkey's most famous historical and natural attractions before continuing to Greece's iconic islands and mainland highlights. The tour combines ancient history, stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, and vibrant local culture over 17 nights and 18 days.
The tour starts from 4,295 euros per person for the 2026 season. The price includes accommodation, domestic flights within Turkey, ferry tickets between Greece and Turkey as well as the Greek islands, guided tours, entrance fees, selected meals, and all airport, hotel, and port transfers. Final pricing may vary depending on travel dates and hotel availability.
Yes, the package includes domestic flights within Turkey and all ferry tickets required by the itinerary. Ferry routes connect Turkey with Rhodes and continue between Crete, Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini, providing a comfortable and scenic way to travel across the Aegean Sea.
The package includes 17 nights at carefully selected 4-star hotels and boutique accommodations with daily breakfast. Hotels are chosen for their comfort, service quality, and convenient locations near major attractions, ports, and city centers. All airport, hotel, and port transfers are included.
Yes, professional English-speaking guides are included during the scheduled sightseeing tours. Your guides provide historical background, cultural insights, and local expertise while ensuring a smooth and enjoyable travel experience throughout Turkey and Greece.
Yes, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors seeking a comprehensive introduction to both countries. It combines Turkey's cultural treasures with Greece's mainland highlights and famous islands, offering an excellent balance of history, archaeology, scenery, and leisure time.
The physical difficulty is moderate. Travelers should be comfortable walking through archaeological sites, historic towns, island villages, and areas with uneven surfaces, including Ephesus, Pamukkale, the Acropolis, Rhodes Old Town, and Cappadocia. Most travelers in average health can comfortably participate.
The Cappadocia hot air balloon ride is not included in the standard package but can be arranged as an optional activity. Since balloon flights are weather-dependent and highly popular, advance booking is strongly recommended to secure availability.
You can cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour departure date. Cancellations made within 30 days may be subject to fees according to the booking terms and cancellation policy. Travel insurance is recommended for additional flexibility and protection.
The tour operates during the ferry season and can be customized according to your travel preferences. You can extend your stay in any destination, upgrade hotel categories, add optional excursions, or modify the itinerary. Contact Magnificent Travel for a personalized itinerary and quotation.
