2-Week Greece and Turkey Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Greece And Turkey itineraries

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• 14 Day Italy and Greece Itinerary, incl. Rome and Athens

  A 14-day Mediterranean odyssey spans 12 cities, showcasing UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries and ancient Ephesus ruins. Rome's Vatican City begins the journey through Florence and Venice, leading to Athens' Acropolis, Mykonos' beaches, and Santorini's caldera.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Rome and Vatican City

    Spend your first 3 days exploring Rome. Get to the Vatican Museums by 8AM to avoid crowds, especially during busy Jubilee years. Book Colosseum visits in the afternoon when the intense morning heat has passed. One traveler shared: "The private after-hours visit to the Mouth of Truth was unforgettable - no crowds and such a unique experience."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Florence

    Take the quick 1.5-hour train ride to Florence. Skip the tourist-heavy center and stay in the local San Frediano neighborhood. Visit the Accademia before 8:30AM to see David without long lines.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Venice

    A 2-hour train takes you to Venice. Start your days with coffee and pastries at local bacari instead of paying for expensive hotel breakfasts. Visit St. Mark's Square at sunrise for the best photos before crowds arrive. A 24-hour vaporetto pass lets you explore the quieter outer islands.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Kalambaka & Meteora

    Fly to Athens (2 hours) then head north to see Meteora's monasteries. A recent visitor suggests: "Bring good walking shoes with grip - the stone steps up to the monasteries get slippery, especially in morning dew. Early morning visits offer the best light for photos."

    
  • Days 8-9

    Delphi & Athens

    Travel south through Delphi on your way to Athens. Visit the Acropolis early morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat. Book tickets online to skip the lines. Ask local guides for authentic restaurant recommendations away from tourist spots.

    
  • Days 10-14

    Greek Islands Cruise

    End with a 4-night cruise to Mykonos, Kusadasi (Turkey), Patmos, Rhodes, Crete and Santorini. Previous travelers advise: "Book your own shore excursions in Kusadasi - the included ones can feel rushed. In Santorini, stay on board until later afternoon when the crowds thin out."

    

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• 14 Days in Greece and Turkey, incl. Athens and Istanbul

  Twenty-two cities unfold their stories across 14 days in Greece and Turkey. UNESCO sites include Mycenae citadel and Rhodes' Old Town. Cappadocia's underground cities and Istanbul's Topkapi Palace complement stays at Novotel Athenes and Ramada Cappadocia.

  

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  • Days 1-4

    Athens & surroundings

    Start your journey in Athens. On day 2, explore the Peloponnese and stop at the Corinth Canal. Visit ancient Olympia to learn about the Olympic Games' origins, then head to Patras to see Greece's largest cathedral. Day 3 takes you to Nafpaktos' Venetian fortress and the ruins of Mycenae. Pro tip: Visit the Acropolis before 8:30 AM to avoid crowds and heat.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Island hopping & coastal transition

    Take the overnight ferry from Piraeus to Rhodes. Pack motion sickness pills just in case the sea gets rough. After exploring Rhodes' medieval old town, catch the afternoon ferry to Marmaris, Turkey. Keep in mind that ferry schedules can be unpredictable outside summer.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Turkish Riviera

    Take a boat ride in Dalyan to view the Lycian Rock Tombs and enjoy a swim in thermal springs. Continue to Antalya to see the Roman theater at Aspendos and Side's Temple of Apollo. Your journey then takes you through the Taurus Mountains to Cappadocia.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Cappadocia & Central Turkey

    Spend a full day in Cappadocia's unique landscape. Explore the Kaymakli underground city and Göreme's rock churches. Remember to bring good walking shoes. As one visitor shared: "The morning balloon rides over Cappadocia are worth the 4 AM wake-up call - book in advance as they often sell out." Next, travel north to historic Safranbolu.

    
  • Days 11-14

    Istanbul

    Drive along the Black Sea coast and stop at Gökgöl Magrasi cave. Spend your final three days in Istanbul. Visit Süleymaniye Mosque early to avoid prayer times and take a Bosphorus cruise for great city views. Local advice: Skip the crowded tram to Taksim Square after 5 PM and walk or take a taxi instead.

    

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• 12 Day Eastern Europe Itinerary, incl. Athens and Istanbul

  Ancient wonders and natural beauty combine across 12 days in Greece and Turkey. Athens' ancient Acropolis, Thessaloniki's White Tower, Istanbul's Blue Mosque, and Cappadocia's cave churches create lasting memories.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Athens

    Traffic is busiest in the mornings, so plan your main activities for afternoons. Book your Acropolis visit early - a past visitor noted "Watching sunrise at the Acropolis was incredible - get there by 8:30 AM before tour groups arrive." Your central Athens hotel makes it simple to reach the main attractions. You'll get a guided tour of the Acropolis Museum included.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Delphi & Meteora

    The longest driving day takes you from Athens to Delphi and on to Meteora (430km total). Bring good walking shoes for Meteora's monasteries since the steps can be slippery. Remember the dress code: women need long skirts and covered shoulders, men must wear long pants. You'll stay in Kalabaka, right by Meteora.

    
  • Day 5

    Thessaloniki

    Spend your morning at more Meteora monasteries before a 3.5-hour drive to Thessaloniki. The White Tower area fills with locals enjoying outdoor cafes at night. Your stay at the Egnatia hotel puts all the main sites within walking distance.

    
  • Day 6

    Sofia via Rila

    Your journey into Bulgaria includes a stop at Rila Monastery in the mountains. Bring extra layers since it's cooler up there than in Sofia. From your hotel in central Sofia, you can walk to plenty of good restaurants for dinner.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Bucharest

    Travel through Veliko Tarnovo on your way to Bucharest. Consider taking the full-day trip to Transylvania ($120) to visit Bran Castle and Brașov. A recent visitor said, "The Transylvania day trip was a highlight - just be ready for a long but rewarding day."

    
  • Days 9-10

    Istanbul

    Take your included flight to Istanbul for guided tours of the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Consider booking an evening boat trip on the Bosphorus to see the city lights. Your hotel in Sultanahmet makes it easy to walk to the main attractions.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Cappadocia

    Fly to Cappadocia to explore its unique landscape for two days. Book a hot air balloon ride early since spots fill up fast. You'll stay in a cave hotel for the full experience. One traveler shared: "The landscapes of Cappadocia were unforgettable - definitely splurge on the balloon ride for sunrise."

    

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