Tour Overview
11-Day Istanbul & Best of Greece Tour: Athens, Santorini, Mykonos is planned as a 11 Days / 10 Nights journey linking Countries Covered. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Side, Bosphorus, Dolmabahce Palace, Athens, Acropolis, Olympia, Mykonos. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, 10 breakfasts, 1 lunches. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Arrival in Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul, a unique city connecting two continents. Upon landing at Istanbul Airport or arrival at the port, you will be met and privately transferred to your hotel. Check-in is available from early afternoon.After settling in, a tour representative will meet you to go over the details of your upcoming journey. The rest of the day is yours to relax or begin discovering the city independently.
Private Istanbul Old City Tour
After breakfast, meet your guide at the hotel around 10:00 AM for a guided exploration of Istanbul’s historic peninsula.
Key highlights include:• The ancient Hippodrome of Constantinople, once used for chariot races and public events• Famous monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, and German Fountain• The stunning Blue Mosque with its remarkable blue İznik tiles• The world-famous Hagia Sophia, blending Christian and Islamic history• Topkapi Palace, former residence of Ottoman sultans• The Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world
The tour ends around 4:00 PM, followed by return to your hotel. Evening at leisure.
Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Start the day with breakfast and free time in the morning. In the afternoon, around 14:00–14:15, you will be transferred to the pier to join a scenic Bosphorus cruise.
Enjoy lunch on board while sailing between Europe and Asia. Along the route, you will see:• Dolmabahce Palace• Ortaköy Mosque• Bosphorus suspension bridges• Beylerbeyi Palace• Maiden’s Tower
After the cruise, transfer back to your hotel.
Flight to Athens
Following breakfast, you will be transferred privately to the airport for your flight to Athens, Greece. Upon arrival, another transfer will take you to your hotel.The remainder of the day is free for relaxation or exploring nearby areas.
Guided Athens City Tour
Today you will explore the historic highlights of Athens with a professional guide.
Main attractions include:• Panathenaic Stadium, birthplace of the modern Olympic Games• Temple of Olympian Zeus• Hadrian’s Arch• Syntagma Square and the Parliament building with the Evzones guards• The Academy, University, and National Library of Athens
The tour continues to the Acropolis, the most iconic landmark of ancient Greece, followed by a visit to the Acropolis Museum.Afternoon is free time.
Ferry to Mykonos
Early in the morning, you will be transferred to Piraeus Port for your ferry to Mykonos, one of the most famous Greek islands.
Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day exploring Mykonos Town (Chora), the harbor area, and the charming Little Venice district.
Free Day in Mykonos
Enjoy a full day discovering Mykonos at your own pace.
Recommended highlights:• The iconic Windmills of Mykonos overlooking the sea• Paraportiani Church, one of the most photographed churches in Greece• Walking through narrow whitewashed streets filled with boutiques and cafés
Relax on beaches or enjoy the vibrant island atmosphere.
Mykonos to Santorini
After a relaxed morning, transfer to the port for your ferry to Santorini.
Upon arrival, you will be taken to your hotel. Later, explore Fira, the island’s capital, known for its cliffside views, blue-domed churches, and stunning Aegean scenery.
Leisure Day in Santorini
A full day at leisure to enjoy one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the world.
Optional activities include:• Relaxing on unique volcanic beaches• Boat trip to Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni islands• Swimming in natural hot springs
In the evening, you may enjoy a sunset dinner overlooking the Santorini caldera.
Return to Athens
After breakfast, enjoy your morning in Santorini before transferring to the port for your ferry back to Athens.Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.
Departure from Athens
Depending on your flight time, you will be transferred to Athens International Airport for your departure flight.End of services with unforgettable memories from Turkey and Greece.
What's Included
Included
- ✈️ Flights International flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Athens (Greece). Each flight ticket includes 15 kg of checked baggage and 8 kg of hand luggage.
- 🏨 Accommodation 10 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels on a bed & breakfast basis.
- 🍽️ Meals Daily breakfast throughout the tour. Meals and lunches during guided sightseeing tours are not included unless specifically stated in the itinerary.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing Private Istanbul Old City Tour with an English-speaking licensed guide, transportation, and entrance fees (lunch not included). Small Group Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour in Istanbul. Half-Day Small Group Athens City Tour.
- 🚢 Ferry Experiences All inter-island ferry tickets are included: Standard ferry from Athens to Mykonos, High-Speed Ferry from Mykonos to Santorini, and Standard ferry from Santorini to Athens. Economy Class.
- 🚐 Transportation & Transfers Private airport and hotel transfers throughout Turkey. Private airport and port transfers in Athens. Coordinated shared shuttle transfers on Mykonos and Santorini islands. Comfortable transportation during all scheduled sightseeing tours.
- 🎟️ Entrance Fees Entrance fees to all sightseeing attractions included in the scheduled guided tour program, unless otherwise stated.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support English-speaking licensed local guides during scheduled sightseeing tours. Local assistance and carefully coordinated travel arrangements throughout Turkey and Greece.
Not Included
- To keep the itinerary flexible, the following items are not included in the tour price: ✈️ International arrival flight to Istanbul. ✈️ International departure flight from Athens.
- 🍽️ Meals and beverages not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🎟️ Optional tours, activities, and services not mentioned in the itinerary.
- 🧳 Personal expenses. 💰 Tips for guides and drivers.
- 📋 Any services not specifically listed under Included.
