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8 D A Y S | 6 G U I D E D T O U R S | 2 C O U N T R I E S
TRACE THE SHORES OF HISTORY. Begin your journey with an overnight stay in Istanbul, with its Byzantine
treasures and intriguing blend of Eastern and Western infl uences. See the ruins of Troy, a UNESCO site. Witness
biblical legends unfold in Ephesus, and marvel at the gorgeous islands of Rhodes and Crete. An overnight stay in
ancient Athens completes your voyage.
D A Y
1-2
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Admire the city's landmarks such as the "Blue Mosque,"
Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Discover Istanbul's
Basilica Cistern or cruise the Bosphorus Strait between
two continents.
D A Y
3
T R O Y ( Ç A N A K K A L E ) , T U R K E Y
Uncover ancient history at the archaeological sites of
Troy, Çanakkale or Gallipoli.
D A Y
4
E P H E S U S ( K U Ş A D A S I ) , T U R K E Y
Visit one of the world's best-preserved cities to discover
ancient archaeological sites.
D A Y
5
R H O D E S , G R E E C E
Walk along the Street of the Knights and see the iconic
Palace of the Grand Masters.
D A Y
6
C R E T E ( H E R A K L I O N ) , G R E E C E
Explore Heraklion's Old Town, Venetian Loggia, Arkadi
Monastery and Palace of Knossos.
D A Y
7-8
A T H E N S ( P I R A E U S ) , G R E E C E
See the Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Zeus and
Acropolis or shop in the Plaka District. Explore the
stunning coastline and the remains of ancient sites and
sample Greek cuisine.
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