Itinerary
- Day 1
Athens
You'll arrive in Athens and head straight to a local tavern for your welcome dinner. Your Trip Leader introduces you to the neighbourhood, shares local stories and customs, and welcomes you with classic Greek dishes full of flavour.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local tavern with classic Greek dishes)
- Day 2
Athens to Rhodes
After breakfast, join your Trip Leader for a two-hour guided walk through Athens, visiting the Panathenaic Stadium, Syntagma Square and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. You'll explore Anafiotika's whitewashed houses at your own pace. Later, board a ferry to Rhodes with included dinner and overnight sailing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Included dinner on ferry)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Athens with Trip Leader
- Visit Panathenaic Stadium
- Visit Syntagma Square
- Visit Temple of Olympian Zeus
- Ferry to Rhodes with included dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Anafiotika
Landmarks Panathenaic Stadium Syntagma Square Temple of Olympian Zeus Anafiotika - Day 3
Rhodes
Your Trip Leader takes you on a walking tour through Rhodes Town's cobbled streets, showing you medieval walls, towering gates and the Palace of the Grand Master. The rest of the day is yours to wander alleys, visit cafés, discover the Jewish Quarter, or climb the city walls for rooftop-to-sea views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Rhodes with Trip Leader
- Visit Palace of the Grand Master
Optional Activities
- Wander through twisting alleys
- Visit cafés in Platia Ippokratous
- Explore Jewish Quarter
- Climb city walls
- Climb Acropolis of Rhodes
- Seaside dinner
Landmarks Palace of the Grand Master Platia Ippokratous Jewish Quarter Acropolis of Rhodes - Day 4
Rhodes
You have a free day in Rhodes. Wander the Medieval Old Town's cobbled streets, browse shops and galleries, hunt for street art, or relax at Elli Beach. Try local dishes like crispy pitaroudia, grilled octopus or traditional melekouni. Optional activities include cooking class, wine tasting or a full-day trip to Lindos.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wander Medieval Old Town
- Browse shops and galleries
- Hunt for street art
- Relax at Elli Beach
- Traditional Greek cooking class
- Local Greek wine tasting
- Full-day excursion to Lindos Village
Landmarks Elli Beach - Day 5
Rhodes to Fethiye
Ferry from Rhodes to Turkey, watching for dolphins and islands along the way. In Fethiye, you'll drop your bags and join your Trip Leader for a walking tour through spice-scented bazaars, colourful textiles and quirky shops. You'll visit the Lycian rock tombs and find a local spot for traditional Turkish dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Fethiye with Trip Leader
- View Lycian rock tombs
Optional Activities
- Rooftop dinner with harbour view
Landmarks Lycian rock tombs - Day 6
Fethiye
Start your morning heading out on a boat from Fethiye along the Turquoise Coast. You'll drift past Oludeniz and Butterfly Valley, stopping at a few spots to snorkel in the clear bays and check out hidden coves that aren't easy to reach any other way. Around midday, the crew prepares lunch right on deck, so you can eat while taking in the water and coastline. After lunch, there's more time to relax on deck or jump back in for another swim before heading back to Fethiye by early evening. St. Nicholas Island is also on the route, giving you plenty to see throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch on deck)
Included Activities
- Boat trip with freshly prepared lunch on deck
- Snorkeling among colorful fish
- Visit Oludeniz
- Visit Butterfly Valley
- Visit St. Nicholas Island
- Explore hidden coves and secret beaches
Landmarks Oludeniz Butterfly Valley St. Nicholas Island - Day 7
Fethiye
The morning starts with a walk through Saklikent Gorge, splashing through shallow streams and looking up at towering cliffs. Your afternoon is free to explore at your own pace. Wander the marina, hunt for souvenirs at the market, grab Turkish coffee at a waterfront café, or climb up to the Lycian Tombs for epic views. You'll end with a leisurely promenade stroll.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Saklikent National Park
Optional Activities
- Wander the marina
- Hunt for souvenirs at local market
- Grab Turkish coffee at waterfront café
- Climb to Lycian Tombs for views
- Leisurely stroll along promenade
Landmarks Saklikent National Park - Day 8
Fethiye to Kusadasi
You'll travel to Pamukkale to see the Cotton Castle with its terraced thermal pools and sparkling slopes. After visiting Hierapolis to explore crumbling theatres, colonnaded streets and sacred pools, you'll continue to Kusadasi for your first night on the Aegean coast, with colourful bazaars, lively cafés and sunset-lit promenade.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Pamukkale
- Visit Hierapolis
Landmarks Pamukkale Hierapolis - Day 9
Kusadasi
You have a free day in Kusadasi. Lounge by the beach or pool, or optionally visit the ancient city of Ephesus with its marble streets, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre and Temple of Hadrian. Later, you'll wander the waterfront promenade as the sun sets, hunt down a seaside bar or try local specialities like fresh seafood, pide or gözleme.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Lounge by beach or pool
- Visit the ruins of Ephesus
- Explore Library of Celsus
- Climb Great Theatre
- Visit Temple of Hadrian
- Wander waterfront promenade
- Hunt down seaside bar
- Explore night market
Landmarks Library of Celsus Great Theatre Temple of Hadrian - Day 10
Kusadasi to Canakkale
You'll travel north from Kusadasi to Pergamon and visit the ancient Acropolis, Trajan Temple and the world's steepest theatre. You'll see the Altar of Zeus and explore Troy ruins. After lunch at a local spot, you'll continue along the scenic Aegean coast to Canakkale for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the ruins of Pergamon and Troy
Landmarks Pergamon Acropolis Trajan Temple Altar of Zeus Troy - Day 11
Canakkale to Istanbul
You'll cross the Dardanelles Strait to the Gallipoli Peninsula for a full-day tour of ANZAC battlefields. You'll walk through ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, hearing stories of those who fought here and pausing at monuments overlooking the Aegean. After lunch at a local restaurant, you'll continue to Istanbul for your first night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit ANZAC Cove
Optional Activities
- Visit Lone Pine Cemetery
- Visit Chunuk Bair
Landmarks ANZAC Cove Lone Pine Cemetery Chunuk Bair - Day 12
Istanbul
You'll spend a full day wandering Istanbul's Old City. Explore Topkapi Palace and its lavish treasures and harem. After an included lunch at a local favourite, visit the iconic Blue Mosque and take in the skyline. You'll stroll the Hippodrome and Sultanahmet Square. Optionally visit the Basilica Cistern underground with its ancient columns rising from shimmering waters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at one of our favourite local spots)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Istanbul with Trip Leader
- Visit Topkapi Palace
- Guided tour of the Blue Mosque
- Visit Hippodrome
- Visit Sultanahmet Square
Optional Activities
- Visit the Basilica Cistern
Landmarks Topkapi Palace Blue Mosque Hippodrome Sultanahmet Square Basilica Cistern - Day 13
Istanbul
Your guide takes you through Istanbul's shopping heart. You'll explore the Grand Bazaar's 4,000 stalls of carpets, ceramics, jewellery and leather, then visit the Spice Bazaar with its colourful mountains of herbs, teas and Turkish delight. After lunch at a traditional spot, you'll board an overnight train to continue your adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar
Landmarks Grand Bazaar Spice Bazaar - Day 14
Sofia
You'll ride the rails into Bulgaria's capital. Drop your bags and join your Trip Leader for a walking tour of Sofia's highlights, including the golden-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Roman ruins, buzzing boulevards and street-side cafés.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Sofia with Trip Leader
- Visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Landmarks Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - Day 15
Sofia
Wander Vitosha Boulevard for city life, duck into the Women's Market for local colour, or relax in leafy Borisova Gradina Park. You'll try flaky banitsa pastries, shopska salad with sirene cheese, or grilled stews during your free exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wander Vitosha Boulevard
- Visit Women's Market
- Relax in Borisova Gradina Park
Landmarks Vitosha Boulevard Women's Market Borisova Gradina Park - Day 16
Thessaloniki
You'll arrive in Thessaloniki, drop your bags, then join your Trip Leader for a walking tour. You'll wander the lively waterfront, explore Byzantine walls and bustling squares lined with cafés, markets and street art. You'll see iconic landmarks like the White Tower and Arch of Galerius while learning the city's rich history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Thessaloniki with Trip Leader
- Visit White Tower
- Visit Arch of Galerius
Landmarks White Tower Arch of Galerius - Day 17
Thessaloniki
You'll spend the day wandering Thessaloniki's highlights at your own pace. Stroll the seafront promenade, peek over Byzantine Walls and explore the colourful Modiano and Kapani markets. Optional activities include a food tour with local tastings or a fun biking tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wander city highlights
- Stroll seafront promenade
- Explore Byzantine Walls
- Explore Modiano market
- Explore Kapani market
- Food tour with traditional tastings
- Bike tour of Thessaloniki
Landmarks Modiano Market Kapani Market - Day 18
Thessaloniki to Meteora
You'll leave Thessaloniki and watch the Greek countryside roll by as you travel to Meteora, home to famous clifftop monasteries. After checking in, you'll marvel at the dramatic rock formations before gathering for a farewell dinner celebrating your journey with local flavours and shared stories.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with local flavours)
Optional Activities
- View clifftop monasteries
Landmarks Meteora Monasteries - Day 19
Meteora to Athens
You'll travel onwards to Delphi and wander ancient ruins including the Temple of Apollo and sacred theatre, imagining consultations with the famous oracle. You'll continue to Itea for a taste of local honey, then enjoy scenic coastal views as you head back to Athens for your final keepsakes and complete your Aegean odyssey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the ruins of Delphi
- Honey tasting in Itea
Landmarks Temple of Apollo Delphi Theatre
