From Istanbul to Athens
Multi-City & Grand Tours
Overview
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: 7–21 September 2026. Begins in Istanbul, ends in Athens.
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.
