From Istanbul to Athens
Multi-City & Grand Tours
Photo: Acropolis of Athens — A.Savin, CC BY-SA 3.0Overview
A journey that bridges two ancient civilisations: Istanbul’s landmarks, a Bosphorus cruise, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus — then a flight to Athens for the Acropolis, the Corinth Canal, Mycenae and Epidaurus, Mystras, Olympia, Delphi and the monasteries of Meteora.
Departure dates on request. Begins in Istanbul, ends in Athens.
In pictures
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Day by day
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul. Overnight: Istanbul
Day 2 — Istanbul highlights. Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar. Overnight: Istanbul
Day 3 — Bosphorus cruise, then Ankara. Overnight: Ankara
Day 4 — Anıtkabir and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations; on to Cappadocia. Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 5 — Cappadocia. Göreme Open-Air Museum and Red Valley. Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 6 — Sultanhanı, Konya and Hierapolis. Overnight: Pamukkale
Day 7 — Ephesus. One of the best-preserved cities of the classical world. Overnight: İzmir
Day 8 — Flight İzmir–Athens. Overnight: Athens
Day 9 — Athens guided tour. The Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum. Overnight: Athens
Day 10 — Corinth Canal, Mycenae and Epidaurus. Overnight: Nafplion
Day 11 — Mystras, then Olympia. Overnight: Olympia
Day 12 — Ancient Olympia, Nafpaktos, Delphi. Overnight: Delphi
Day 13 — Delphi archaeological site, then Kalambaka. Overnight: Kalambaka
Day 14 — Meteora monasteries, Thermopylae and a winery; return to Athens. Overnight: Athens
Day 15 — Departure from Athens.
In every KAMPA journey
Named hotels
Every night in a hotel named on this page — 4–5★, chosen by our Istanbul office.
Flights & transfers
Domestic flights, airport transfers and air-conditioned travel between cities included.
EN / FR guide
A licensed English- or French-speaking guide with you from arrival to departure.
Included, not included & hotels
Included: 14 nights at the hotels indicated · meals as specified · one flight İzmir–Athens · all museum and site visits mentioned, including the Bosphorus cruise · airport transfers · air-conditioned coach between cities · English- or French-speaking guide.
Not included: international flights to Istanbul and from Athens · meals not stated · personal expenses, tips and souvenirs · extra excursions on request.
Hotels: Istanbul — Avantgarde Urban Taksim · Ankara — Radisson Blu · Cappadocia — Ramada by Wyndham · Pamukkale — Colossae Thermal & Spa · İzmir — Perla Pura · Athens — President Hotel · Nafplion, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora — Amalia Hotels.
FAQ
Why is there no price on the page?
Each departure is priced for its group size, hotel category and season. Send your dates and we return a firm, all-inclusive price within 12–24 hours.
Can this journey run privately for my family or group?
Yes. The same route can run as a private departure on your own dates, with a dedicated guide and vehicle.
Are international flights included?
No — you arrive in Istanbul on your own flight; from there every transfer, domestic flight, hotel night and site entry is ours.
What about optional extras such as the balloon flight?
Optional activities are booked locally and paid separately; we reserve a slot for you if you ask in advance.
How do I book?
Send a request through the form or call us. We confirm availability, send a proposal, and secure your places with a deposit.
