About this trip
This 14-day trip links Greece and Turkey, mixing ancient history with a 3-day cruise thrown into the mix. It's built for groups and families, moving between guided sightseeing and pockets of free time.
You'll travel through Cappadocia's cave country and Konya, home of the Whirling Dervishes, before heading through the Dardanelles region toward Istanbul. Along the way there's a real mix of archaeology, culture and coastal time at sea.
The route can vary slightly depending on your guide's language and the season, so exact stops in Istanbul and elsewhere may differ between departures.
What you'll do
- Explore the cave landscapes and valleys of Cappadocia
- Visit Konya, home to the Whirling Dervishes
- Take a 3-day cruise as part of the itinerary
- See Istanbul's Topkapı Palace (English-guided departures)
- Explore Balat and the Golden Horn (Spanish-guided departures)
- Pass through the Gallipoli or Bursa region depending on your group's language
- Entrance fees and cruise gratuities are included in the price, so there are no hidden extras on those fronts
- The order and content of visits can shift depending on group arrival times or other factors
- English is the default guide language — let them know in advance if you'd prefer Spanish, as the itinerary differs slightly between the two (Gallipoli and Topkapı Palace for English groups, Bursa, Balat and the Golden Horn for Spanish groups)
Worth it if you want comprehensive Turkey-Greece coverage with standout Cappadocia and cruise highlights. Think twice if you need plenty of downtime—the pace is steady and well-managed but covers a lot of ground.
- Guides consistently knowledgeable on local history; Cappadocia balloon ride and three-day cruise genuinely memorable highlights.
- Tour operator and support team responsive and flexible; adjusted itinerary on request, handled logistics seamlessly throughout.
- Comfortable walking shoes and light jacket essential; cruise nights can be cool, and itinerary involves substantial daily movement.
- Group dynamic engaging without feeling overwhelming; solo travellers report feeling included; hotels well-located for independent exploration.
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Departing in Mar is cheapest — from £2,785, about 16% below the priciest month (Aug).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Athens · 2 Mar – 3 Mar
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