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JORDANWith over 5000 years of history, a captivating variety of cultures and some truly stunning land-scapes, Egypt offers a com-pletely unique travel experience. Be amazed by the incredible Pyramids of Giza, take a cruise on the timeless Nile, venture into the country’s rugged desert inte-rior, or just grab the sunscreen and scuba gear for a beach break on the georgeus Sinai Peninsula.

An ancient land appearing frequently in the Bible, Jordan is home to relics of countless bygone civilisations including the Greeks, Romans and Ottomans. The lost Nabataean city of Petra ranks at one of the World’s most spectacular archaeological sites, while crumbling crusader cas-tles, stunning desert landscapes and the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea make Jordan an ideal destination at any time of year.

The winter months of Decem-ber, January and February are the ideal time to travel, with pleasant days and cooler eve-nings. The summer months are hot and dry with temperatures reaching into 40° C from June to August.

Jordan enjoys warm, dry sum-mers from April until October. The hilly regions including Am-man and Petra are most tem-perate and summers are hot but pleasant. Winters in these higher regions can be particu-larly cold. From November to March, Amman and Petra sometimes experience snow.

Visit King Tutankhamun’s trea-suresCruise the Nile River See Luxor’s ancient sites by hot air balloon

Visit the Red Rose city of PetraFloat in the Dead SeaExperience the dramatic desert wilderness of Wadi Rum

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ISRAEL GREECE TURKEYThe modern homeland of the Jewish people, Israel boasts many sites considered sacred to Muslims and Christians also. Visitors to this ancient land can discover an array of bibli-cal relics, admire spectacular desert landscapes, relax on golden sandy beaches and soak up the youthful energy of Tel Aviv. Whether you’re seeking a religious experience or just an unforgettable holiday, Israel is a country worth taking the time to discover.

Visitors flock to Greece for its rich history, timeless legends and glorious architecture. Greek cities and towns are pos-itively overflowing with classic postcard images, from those famous whitewashed houses with blue window shutters to the crumbling temples of Athens. With over 3500 islands scattered across the shimmering Aegean Sea, Greece is the perfect place to unwind, relax and soak up the sun.

With one foot in the East and one in the West, Turkey is an explosion of cultures and influ-ences. Ottoman mosques rub shoulders with Roman temples, spice markets sit alongside de-signer boutiques, and dramatic mountains sweep down to white beaches.

Israel enjoys long, hot summers from April to October, while the hilly regions are generally mild from November to March. Jerusalem can get quite cold in the winter months and even receives the odd snowfall.

Greece has a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm, dry summers. The best time to visit is between April and October. The peak tourist season runs from mid-June to August and can sometimes bring temperatures of up to 40° C, making this a good time to escape the city and chill out on the Greek Islands.

The best time to travel to Turkey is between May and October when days are warm and hot. Summer temperatures between June and August aver-age around 32° C in the coastal areas. Inland regions are hotter in summer and can experience temperatures in excess of 40° C. Winter along the coast tend to be mild.

Visit the Church of the NativityWalk through the Old City of Jerusalem to the Wailing WallVisit an ancient synagogue

Visit the monasteries of MeteoraExperience a spectacular San-torini sunset from the cliff tops of OiaWalk or take the funicular up the Mount Lycabettus for fantastic panoramic views of AthensWonder around Plaka pedestrian area in Athens

Bargain at the Grand BazaarEnjoy a marvellous hot air bal-loon flight in CappadociaExplore the ancient EphesusWalk in the white travertins of PamukkaleStroll through the pedestrian streets of new city and the asian side of Istanbul

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Barcelo Eresin Topkapi Old City

Barcelo Topkapi offers 5-star accommodation in Istan-bul’s Fatih district. It features a Spa with heated indoor pool, Turkish bath, and massage facilities. The spa-cious and modern rooms, of the Barcelo Eresin Top-kapi, include flat-screen satellite TVs and work desks. There is a convenient tram stop next to the hotel. The main historical landmarks of Sultanahmet, including Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, are within 5 km from the Barcelo Eresin Hotel.

Sirkeci Mansion Old City

Decorated in Ottoman-style architecture, this hotel is at the heart of the historic quarter. It has an indoor pool and spa center with a Turkish bath and massage facili-ties. In Sultanahmet, it is a 10-minute walk from Topkapı Palace. Hotel Konak Sirkeci’s rooms have traditional hanging lamps and beds with ornate wood carvings. The historic Hagia Sofia Museum, Basilica Cistern, Hip-podrome, and the Blue Mosque are within walking dis-tance from the property.

Çırağan Palace by the Bosphorus

Situated in a 19th-century Ottoman palace, this 5-star hotel features an infinity pool with views of the Bospho-rus. It has a spa and wellness center, and offers elegant guestrooms with free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul include luxury bedding and floor-to-ceiling windows. They come equipped with satellite TV, and a minibar. Each room has a balcony with views of gardens, or the sea. Guests can relax in the Turkish bath, or enjoy a massage in a private cabana by the pool.

Levni Old City

Situated in Istanbul’s historic district, just 200 metres from Topkapi Palace, Levni Hotel offers modern rooms with LCD TV and free Wi-Fi. An indoor pool, gymna-sium, and Turkish bath are available. Sirkeci Railway Station is 300 metres from Levni Hotel, and Istanbul’s modern Taksim district is easily reached from the Gülhane Tram Stop, a 1-minute walk away.

The Marmara Taksim New City

The Marmara Taksim is at the center of the business, shopping, theatre, and entertainment districts, in the heart of Istanbul’s Taksim Square. The Marmara Taksim offers magnificent views of the Bosphorus and Seraglio Point, stretching all the way to the Sea of Marmara. Each room offers standard features such as compli-mentary tea and coffee, a minibar, working desk, safety deposit box, built-in closet, smart TV, high-speed Inter-net access, voicemail, a bathrobe, and hair dryer.

Hotellino Old City

This design hotel offers contemporary rooms with luxury bedding, free Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. It is just a 10-minute walk from Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque. The elegantly dec-orated Hotellino Istanbul offers bright guest rooms with parquet floors and modern bathrooms. The ho-tel is situated 1 km from the Grand Bazaar and is a 5-minute walk from Sirkeci Train Station. The Istanbul Archaeological Museum is less than 500 metres away.

Modern yet exotic, Istanbul is the former capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, and is littered with reminders of these once-mighty Empires. Most major tourist sites are

located in the Old City, while the New City and the Asian Side boast excellent shopping and a huge range of dining options, ranging from Turkish to World cuisine.

Our meticulous selection of hotels is based on the nearest location to historical sights. The Grand Bazaar in the Old City; or right on Taksim Square at the heart of the New City; or along the European coast of the Bosphorus, focusing on luxury, or charming boutique properties, for a true Turkish experience.

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Discover the main highlights, historical sights, folklore, food and daily life of Istanbul.

Byzantine & Ottoman Heritage

Arrive at Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining Ottoman palaces and admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section. Then explore Saint Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzan-tine architecture dating back to the VIth century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles. Continue to the Ro-man Hippodrome where the chariot races used to take place. Discover the handcrafts of Anato-lia and shop in the Grand Bazaar.

* Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday* On Monday Saint Sophia is closed, therefore replaced by Underground Cistern.

Full day including lunch

James Bond’s Istanbul

Explore the Underground Cistern which served as stage for James Bond’s “With love from Rus-sia”. Discover the Grand Bazaar and climb up to the roof where thrilling scenes of James Bond’s last movie “Skyfall” was shot. Take the undersea rail tunnel and step onto the Asian bank. Explore the Maiden Tower to remember the final scene of James Bond’s “The World is not enough”!

* Every Monday and Thursday

Full day including light lunch

Bosphorus & Two Continents

Explore the Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a languorous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bospho-rus. Lunch in a local fish restaurant. In the after-noon cross the Intercontinental Bridge to step onto the asian side of Istanbul. Discover Bey-lerbeyi Palace used as the summer residence by Ottoman Sultans. Climb up Camlica or Nak-kastepe Hill to admire the panorama of the city over both continents.

* Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday


Istanbul Night Like A Local

Walk along the pedestrian Istiklal Street and dis-cover the authentic architecture of Cicek Pasaji. Dinner at Nevizade Street, right off the fish mar-ket; taste “mezes”, small fine dishes of turkish cuisine and enjoy street musicians. Stop to taste the famous “baklava” and continue to Ortakoy district by the Bosphorus where you can sip your coffee, or smoke the traditional waterpipe.

* Every Wednesday

Typical dinner & local entertainment

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

Cruise through the Bosphorus separating two continents, admiring the enlightened facades of architectural masterpieces, marble palaces and ancient wooden ottoman houses. Din-ner includes a rich variety of specialties from Turkish and international cuisine with unlimit-ed local alcoholic drinks. Enjoy oriental and folk dances onboard.

* Every night

Cruise Dinner & Floor Show

Whirling Dervishes Ceremony

Founded in the XIIIth century, the Mevlevi religious order of the Sufis are known as the “Whirling Dervishes“. The traditional dance is a mystic expression of sophisticated philosophic concepts. This practice will give you the opportu-nity to enjoy the classical music performed by a traditional orchestra and the impressive whirling dance performance

* Every evening

Mystic dance performance

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• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide• 3 nights accommodation at hotel of your choice• 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches• Entrance fees to museums• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:


Tour includes:• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide• 2 nights accommodation at hotel of your choice• 2 breakfasts and 1 lunches• Entrance fees to museums• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: Arrival Transfer from Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport to Cappadocia.

Day 2: CappadociaYou have the entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region. Explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme’s cave churches from the 8th century. Take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the red valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations and then a photo stop at Uchisar. Overnight (BL)

Day 3: CappadociaVisit the isolated valley of Kizilcukur with its beautiful rock formation and some hidden rock-carved churches. Cavusin is one of the oldest settlements in the area offering a panoramic view and visit the pigeon houses. After lunch discover one of the largest and deepest of the underground cities in Cappadocia. Overnight (BL)

Day 4: Departure After breakfast, transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for your onward flight (B)

Day 1: ArrivalArrive at Izmir Airport and transfer to Kusadasi. Overnight.

Day 2: EphesusExplore the antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. In the afternoon, visit the home of the Virgin Mary and then a photo stop nearby at the Temple of Artemis, where only a column remains to indicate where one of the Seven Wonders of the World was located. Overnight in Kusadasi (BL)Day 3: DepartureAfter breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight (B)

Flavours of Istanbul

Flavours of Cappadocia Flavours of Ephesus

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Day 1: Arrival Arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.Day 2 : IstanbulStroll through Sogukcesme Street with typical wooden houses, which are now landmark buildings of Ottoman architecture. Arrive at Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section, as well as terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Photo stop at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd and explore Hagia (Saint) Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the 6th century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque, covered by more than 20,000 Iznik tiles, and then continue to the Roman Hippodrome, where the chariot races used to take place.Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia

and shop in the labyrinthine tunnels of the Grand Bazaar. Overnight (BL)

Day 3: IstanbulIn the morning, explore the Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a languorous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bosphorus. Lunch. In the afternoon cross the Bosphorus Bridge to step onto the Asian side of Istanbul. Discover Beylerbeyi Palace, used as the summer residence by Ottoman Sultans during 19th and early 20th century. Climb up Camlica, or Nakkastepe Hill, to admire the panorama of the city.Overnight (BL)

Day 4: DepartureAfter breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight. (B)• Beverages during meals

• Gratuity for the guide and driver

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• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Istanbul / Kayseri & Kayseri / Istanbul domestic flights

Price does not include:• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Istanbul / Izmir & Izmir / Istan bul domestic flights


Independant Packages

Please note that the order of visits can be reversed according to open days of museums.

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Tour includes:• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Istanbul / Kayseri, Kayseri / Izmir & Izmir / Istanbul domestic flights


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Day 1: ArrivalArrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: Istanbul Stroll through Sogukcesme Street with its typical wooden house which are now landmark buildings of ottoman architecture. Arrive at Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section as well as terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Photo stop at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd and explore Saint Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the VIth century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles and continue with the Roman Hippodrome where the chariot races used to take

Day 1 to Day 6: Same as Flavours of Istanbul, Cappadocia & Ephesus program

Day 7: Pamukkale – IstanbulDrive to Pamukkale, popularly known as the ‘cotton castle’. Here, immense tiers of white limestone cascading down a barren hillside you will enjoy the beauty of the terraces. After lunch visit Hierapolis, including the magnificently preserved Necropolis, the main Street and Gates, the thermal Baths, the devil’s hole, and Masterpiece Theater. Proceed to Denizli Airport for your onward flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in Istanbul and overnight (B,L)

Day 8: DepartureTransfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight (B)

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Flavours of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale

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• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Istanbul / Kayseri, Kayseri / Izmir & Denizli / Istanbul domestic flights


place. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinth tunnels of the Grand Bazaar. Overnight (BL)

Day 3: Istanbul - Cappadocia In the morning, explore the Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a languorous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bosphorus. Lunch. In the afternoon cross the Bosphorus Bridge to step onto the Asian side of Istanbul. Discover Beylerbeyi Palace used as the summer residence by Ottoman Sultans during XIXth and early XXth century. Climb up Camlica or Nakkastepe Hill to admire the panorama of the city.Transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir. Upon arrival, continue to Cappadocia and overnight (BL)

Day 4: CappadociaYou have the entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region: explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme’s cave churches, which date from the 8th century, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the red valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations and a brief photo stop at Uchisar. Overnight (BL)

Day 5: Cappadocia - Kusadasi Transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for your onward flight to Izmir. Upon arrival continue to Kusadasi and overnight.

Day 6: Ephesus Explore the antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. In the afternoon, visit the home of the Virgin Mary and a photo stop nearby the Temple of Artemis where only a column remains to indicate where one of the Seven Wonders of the World was. Overnight in Kusadasi (BL)

Day 7: Departure After breakfast, transfer to Izmir Airport for your onward flight (B)


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• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Kayseri - Istanbul domestic flight


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• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi on-board• English speaking guide• 9 nights accommodation at 5 star and charming boutique hotels• 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 5 hotel dinners• Entrance fees to museums• Local experiences• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: Istanbul Arrival and transfer from Istanbul airport to Sirkeci Mansion Hotel. Day 2: Istanbul Discover Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section as well as terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Visit Hagia (Saint) Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture and the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20,000 Iznik tiles. Continue with the Roman Hippodrome where the chariot races used to take place. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinthine tunnels of the Grand Bazaar. (BL)

Day 3: Bandirma Assos Take the fast ferry to the south shore of the Sea of Marmara. Proceed to Manyas Lake, known for its numerous bird species. Drive along the back roads and lunch in Biga town. Climb up the mythological Ida Mountains and visit Bayramic town with its picturesque stone bridge dating back to the 18th century. Visit the Temple of Athena in Assos. Arrive at Yesilyurt village, offering stunning views over the Aegean and the Island of Lesbos. Overnight at Ongen Country Hotel. (BL)

Day 4: Gallipoli – Assos Visit Troy and cross the Dardanelles Strait to explore Gallipoli; discover the ANZAC Cove and enjoy a simple packed lunch near the site. Continue

along to Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. Return to Yesilyurt village. (BL) Day 5: Pergamon – SirinceDescend the Ida Mountains to reach the Aegean Sea. Enjoy the scenery with the Island of Lesbos and arrive at ancient Pergamum, the city where parchment was invented. Visit the Acropolis, offering breath-taking views over the valley and discover the remains of the most impressive Hellenistic theatre in Asia Minor. In the afternoon, attend a cultural lecture about handwoven carpets, the most important handcraft in Turkey. Continue to Sirince, dinner and overnight at Nisanyan Evleri. (BLD) Day 6: Ephesus - Sirince In the morning, visit the antique city with the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celcus, the theatre and marble streets, as well as the terrace houses, reflecting the life of Roman citizens. After lunch, climb up the Coressos Hill, to visit the chapel believed to be the house where Mother Mary spent the last days of her life. Dinner and overnight at Nisanyan Evleri. (BLD) Day 7: Aphrodisas – Pamukkale Proceed to Karacasu, to discover one of the most colourful street markets of the region. Explore the many Greco-Roman remains of Aphrodisias, the city dedicated to the goddess of love and home to a school of sculpture known throughout the ancient world. Visit the stadium, which once seated 30,000 people and the Temple of

Aphrodite. Follow the scenic road up to Babadag, driving through small mountain villages and arrive at Pamukkale, popularly known as the ‘cotton castle’. Enjoy the beauty of the terraces. Dinner and overnight at Doga Thermal Hotel. (BLD)

Day 8 : Konya - Cappadocia Drive along the Silk Road to Konya to visit the Whirling Dervishes Convent, which is now the Mevlana Museum. After lunch, visit Sultanhan Caravanserai from the 12th century, and one of the underground cities where the first Christians hid themselves from rivals. Continue to Cappadocia, dinner and overnight at Dere Suites Cave Hotel. (BLD)

Day 9: Cappadocia Discover Goreme, one of the oldest settlements of the region; the Christians who were under attack occupied this small town. Visit the Byzantine churches carved into the cliffs and caves with colourful frescoes dating to the 7th century. Admire the chimney-like rock formations that spread throughout Cappadocia’s rugged landscape, and which are as fantastic as man’s accomplishments with stone. Continue your exploration of this intriguing region with a visit to the hidden monastic valley of Pasabagi and the ancient town of Uchisar. Dinner and overnight at Dere Suites Cave Hotel. (BLD)

Day 10: DepartureTransfer to Kayseri Airport for your onward flight. (B)

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• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle with wi-fi on-board• English speaking guide• 7 nights accommodation at 5 star hotels• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 hotel dinners• Entrance fees to museums• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle with wi-fi on-board• English speaking guide• 9 nights accommodation at 5 star hotels• 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 6 hotel dinners• Entrance fees to museums• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: IstanbulArrival and transfer from Istanbul airport to Barcelo Eresin Hotel. Overnight at Barcelo Eresin Hotel

Day 2: IstanbulVisit Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live. Explore Saint Sophia, one of the marvels of Byzantine architecture, the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles and the Roman Hippodrome. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinth tunnels of the Grand Bazaar. Overnight. (B,L)

Day 3: Istanbul-AnkaraFree time in the historical Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a languorous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bosphorus. Lunch. In the afternoon, cross the Bosphorus Bridge and proceed to Ankara. Dinner and overnight at Altinel Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 1 to 7: Follows the same itinerary as Classical Turkey

Day 8: Pergamon – CanakkaleProceed to Pergamon, the city where parchment was invented. Visit the Acropolis offering breathtaking views over the valley and discover the remains of the most impressive Hellenistic theater in Asia Minor. After lunch, visit the legendary city of Troy, the site of one of the most famous wars of ancient times, immortalized in Homer’s Iliad. Dinner and overnight in Kolin Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Gallipoli - IstanbulCross by ferry the Strait of Dardanelles and discover Gallipoli where the bloodiest battles of the First World War took place. Continue to Istanbul arrival in the afternoon. Overnight in Barcelo Eresin Hotel. (B,L)

Day 10: DepartureTransfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Classical Turkey Turkish Delight

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• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Izmir / Istanbul domestic flight


• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver


Extend Your Stay Until IstanbulHighlights of the Asia Minor

Day 4: Ankara-CappadociaVisit to Ancient Civilizations Museum. Short stop in the Mausoleum of Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Turkish Republic. Proceed to Cappadocia. Visit of an underground city. Dinner and overnight at Dinler Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Cappadocia You have the entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region : explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme’s cave churches, which date from the 8th century, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney-like volcanic formations and a brief photo stop at Uchisar. Discover the unique artifacts of Cappadocia such as pottery, onyx etc… Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Konya - Pamukkale Drive through the Silk Road to Konya to visit the Whirling Dervishes Convent which is now the Mevlana Museum. Visit a Caravanserail from XIIth century. Continue to Pamukkale, dinner and overnight at Doga Thermal Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Ephesus – IzmirDiscover the ancient city of Hierapolis and enjoy the unique splendor of its cascading, hot springs in Pamukkale. Proceed to Ephesus and explore the antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. Stop at a leather factory in Selcuk to attend a fashion show and to learn more about Turkish leather. Visit the Home of Mother Mary. Lunch during the visits. Continue to Izmir, third biggest city of Turkey. Dinner and overnight at Ramada Plaza. (B,L,D)

Day 8 : Izmir – Departure Transfer to Adnan Menderes Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Escorted Tour



13 days / 12 nights

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• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide during tours• 9 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice and 3 nights on-board of Celestyal Cruises• 12 breakfasts, 5 hotel dinners and 3 dinners on-board of the cruise• Museum entrance fees• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: Istanbul Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: IstanbulVisit Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces, where Ottoman Sultans used to live. Explore Hagia (Saint) Sophia, one of the marvels of Byzantine architecture. Visit the Blue Mosque, covered by more than 20,000 Iznik tiles and the Roman Hippodrome. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, shop in the labyrinthine tunnels of the Grand Bazaar. Return to your hotel. Overnight. (B,L)

Day 3: Istanbul-Ankara Free time in the historical Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a languorous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bosphorus. Lunch. In the afternoon, cross the Bosphorus Bridge and proceed to Ankara. Dinner and overnight in the capital of Turkey. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Ankara-CappadociaVisit the Archaeological Museum of Ankara. Short stop at the Mausoleum of Kemal Atatürk, founder and first president of the Turkish Republic. Lunch and proceed to Cappadocia. Visit an underground city. Check-in to your hotel in Cappadocia, dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 5: CappadociaEntire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region: explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme’s cave churches, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi, and

the valley of Dervent, where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations, and then a brief photo stop at Uchisar. In the afternoon, discover the unique artefacts of Cappadocia, such as carpets, onyx, etc. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Konya - PamukkaleDrive along the Silk Road to Konya, to visit the Whirling Dervishes Convent, which is now the Mevlana Museum. Visit a Caravanserai from the 12th century. Continue to Pamukkale, dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Ephesus - IzmirDiscover the ancient city of Hierapolis and enjoy the unique splendour of its cascading, hot springs in Pamukkale. Proceed to Ephesus and explore the antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. Stop at a leather factory in Selcuk to attend a fashion show. Visit the Home of Mother Mary. Lunch during the visits. Continue to Izmir, third biggest city of Turkey. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Izmir – Kusadasi - PatmosTransfer to Kusadasi Port to embark on Celestyal Cruises. Continue to the island of Patmos where St John lived and received his Revelation. Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 9: RhodesArrival at Rhodes at 07:00. Free time till 18:00. Night on-board. (B,L,D)Day 10: Heraklion - Santorini

Morning in Crete (07:00-11:30). Afternoon in Santorini (16:30-21:00). Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 11: Piraeus – AthensArrival at Piraeus. Transfer to Athens hotel and overnight. (B)

Day 12: AthensFrom the Acropolis to Omonia Square, with a half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive morning tour. Overnight. (B)

Day 13: Departure Transfer to Athens Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Turkey, Aegean Cruise & Athens

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Combined Package



17 days / 16 nights

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• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide during tours• 13 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice and 3 nights on-board Celestyal Cruises• 16 breakfasts, 8 hotel dinners and 3 dinners on-board the cruise• Museum entrance fees• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1 to 11: Same as Turkey, Aegean Cruise & Athens itinerary

Day 12: Epidaurus – OlympiaDepart for your 4 day tour of Classical Greece. Leave Athens by the scenic coastal road and reach the Corinth Canal (short photo stop). Enjoy the imposing landscape in the Corinth Canal’s protected waters, one of the 19th Centuries engineering masterpieces with history that starts as early as 602 B.C. Continue to Epidaurus with its 4th century B.C. theatre, famous for its astonishing acoustics. The town of Nafplion, your next stop, a modern seaside resort and old town, is crowned by the mighty ramparts at the Palamidi Fortress. The last stop of the day is Mycenae, the Homeric city of Atreides, the city “rich in gold” of the ancient poets. Visit the Lion’s Gate, the Cyclopean Walls and the Royal Tombs. Depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese, Tripoli and Megalopoli. Arrival at your hotel, dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 13: Olympia – DelphiVisit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the idea and site of the Ancient Olympic Games. Visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, which hosts important treasures such as the famous statue of Praxiteles, Hermes. Continue through Achaia and Rio Antirio towards Delphi, passing through the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos and Itea. Arrival in Delphi, enjoy your dinner at hotel and overnight. (B,D)

Day 14: Delphi – Kalambaka Depart for your tour to Delphi. Located on the slopes of Mount Parnasus, Delphi, once believed to be the center, or “navel” of the Earth, is the home of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. At the oracle of Apollo, Pythia, the high priestess of the temple, under the influence of the ancient god Apollo delivered her famous prophesies. You will also visit the Treasury of the Athenians and the Delphi Museum, which hosts valuable pieces of art like the famous bronze charioteer. Depart for Kalambaka. Enjoy your dinner at hotel and overnight. (B,D)

Day 15: Kalambaka – Athens Visit the breathtaking monasteries of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to suspend between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures. Enjoy your lunch at local restaurant in Kalambaka (not included), before returning to Athens bypassing Trikala, Lamia and Thermopylae where a stop will be made to visit the memorial of Leonidas and the brave 300 Spartians. Return to Athens and overnight at hotel. (B)

Day 16: AthensDepart for your Athens sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. Our expert guide will take you to see the centre of the city, the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National library. On your way to the Acropolis you will

see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and have a short stop at the Panathinaikos Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. On the Acropolis visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the famous Parthenon. Your first taste of Athens would not be complete without a visit to the Acropolis Museum, a modern architectural building where, at last, the statues have found their home and admire the wonders and architectural masterpieces of the classical era. Return to your hotel. The remainder of your day is at leisure. Overnight at your hotel in Athens. (B)

Day 17: Athens – DepartureTransfer to Athens International Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Best Of Turkey & Greece

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Combined Package

Regarded as the birthplace of western civilisation, Athens is the oldest city in Europe. Its skyline is dominated by the Yycabettus Hill and the famous Acropolis, but the heart of the city is Syntagma

Square, where the old royal palace now houses the Greek Parliament and Plaka’s pedestrian streets full of authentic tavernas. The Greek capital has some of the most iconic architecture and nothing is better than taking in a panoramic view of the city from the Acropolis.

Grande Bretagne

With a prime location, opposite Constitution Square and the Houses of Parliament, the Grande Bretagne boasts luxurious rooms and stunning city views from its magnificent rooftop terrace. Some rooms have balconies facing the Acropolis, and from which the daily changing of the guard at the parliament building can be seen. The multi-awarded 5-star hotel is within walking distances of exclusive shopping areas, museums, and the business district. The Ancient Agora and the Acropolis are 600 metres away.

St George Licabethus

Located in upmarket Kolonaki, St George Lycabettus offers a rooftop pool and a restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine offering panoramic views of Athens and the Acropolis. All rooms are elegantly decorated, and include air conditioning, satellite TV, and minibar. Most rooms feature a balcony with views of the Acropolis and Athens. The nearest Metro station is within a 10-minute walk. The Kolonaki neighborhood has many fashionable shops. The Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum are 2 km away.

Oscar

Conveniently located in the center of Athens, the Athens Oscar Hotel is situated near Larissis Railway Station. It offers a restaurant and a roof garden with a view of the Acropolis. There is also a parking garage for 100 cars at a nearby location. The hotel houses a range of com-fortable rooms and suites, all of which include a balcony, and private bathroom. It offers panoramic views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill.

Titania

The classically designed Titania, is conveniently nestled in the historic, and commercial, centers of Athens. It has soundproof rooms and an award-winning rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views. The Acropolis, the University, and the Academy of Athens, the Nation-al Library, and the Greek Parliament, are within easy walking distances of the front door. The Titania is 30 km from the Eleftherios Venizelos Airport. The hotel is 15 minutes’ walk from Syntagma.

Novotel

Novotel Athens is located in the city center, within a 5- minute walk from the nearest Metro Station. Novotel Athens offers air-conditioned rooms, with work desk and a seating area with sofa bed. In-room facilities include a satellite TV, laptop-sized safe, and minibar. It offers a rooftop swimming pool and a restaurant-bar with breath- taking views of the Acropolis. The New Acropolis Museum is 2.5 km away. The picturesque neighbourhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki, are located less than 2 km away.

Golden Age

This 4-star hotel is a 5-minute walk from Megaro Mous-ikis Metro Station and 2 stops from the historical and shopping centers of Athens. It offers soundproofed rooms with satellite TV.The elegant rooms at the Gold-en Age are fully air conditioned and have black-out drapes. They all include an in-room safe. High-speed internet access is available. The Athens Concert Hall is 400 metres away. The hip Kolonaki district is approxi-mately 900 metres from the hotel.

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ATHENS

Discover the highlights, historical sights, folklore, food and daily life of Athens and surrounds.

Athens & Acropolis Museum

Ancient Corinth

Our expert guides will take you to see the Pana-thenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Con-stitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit, view the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Tem-ple of Athena Nike, the Erectheion and finally the Parthenon. Continue and visit the new Acropolis museum.

Leave Athens and drive South West until we reach the Corinth Canal which connects the Ae-gean Sea with the Ionian Sea (short stop). Drive on and visit the ancient town of Corinth where St. Paul lived and preached for two years. The re-mains of the City, which include the Agora (mar-ket place) and Apollo’s Temple (6th century B.C.) clearly show how rich and important Corinth was in Ancient Times. A short stop at the Site of the Ancient Port of Cehries, where St. Paul disem-barked, will conclude the visit. Return to Athens in time for lunch.

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Half day morning tour

Half day - Morning

A day at Delphi

Three Island Cruise

Drive through the fertile plain of Beotia, cros-ing the towns of Thebes connected with the tragedy of King Oedipus – Levadia and Arachova. Arrive at Delphi, the centre of Ancient World – the “Omphalos” (Navel of Earth) – whose prestige extended far beyond the boundaries of the Hellenic World. On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apol-lo Pythios. Visit the Treasury of the Athenians, the Temple of Apollo and the Museum contain-ing such masterpieces of Ancient Greek sculp-ture as the bronze Charioteer and the famous athlete Aghias.

In the morning we take you by bus, from Athens to Piraeus for your embarkation to the cruise boat. At 8h15 the ship sails for Hydra. Free time for a walk or a swim. Embarkation and sail for Poros, the smallest of the three islands, separat-ed from the Peloponnese by a narrow strait and offering a most enchanting view of Poros Town. Time at leisure in Poros. Lunch will be served dur-ing the voyage. We shall arrive at our last port of call, the island of Aegina where you have time for a swim. Embarkation for the voyage of return to the port. Arrive at Piraeus, late in the afternoon.



Athens by night

An afternoon at Cape Sounion

Your evening tour begins with a drive through the city, with the opportunity to photograph the illuminated Acropolis. Visit the Museum of Ancient Greek musical instruments to discov-er their divine origin. Continue with a pleasant guided walk through the narrow streets of the Old Plaka district. Your evening ends at a typical Athenian tavern with dinner and the live music before returning to your hotel.

Drive along the coastal road, passing the won-derful beaches of Glyfada, Vouliagmeni & Varkiza to the most Southern point of Attica, Cape Sounion, where the white marble pillars of the Temple of Poseidon stand. On the way, you have a splendid view of the Saronic Gulf and the little islands offshore. After visiting the Temple of Poseidon, you have time to walk at leisure on the rocky promontory of Sounion.

Dinner & Show

Half day - Afternoon

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16 GREECE

7 days / 6 nights

Every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday


• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking bilingual guide• 6 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice• 6 breakfasts and 3 hotel dinners• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Museum entrance fees


Day 1: ArrivalArrive at Athens airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: AthensDepart for your Athens sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum. Our expert guide will take you to see the centre of the city, the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library. On your way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and have a short stop at the Panathinaikos Stadium, where the first Modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. On the Acropolis visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the famous Parthenon. Your first taste of Athens would not be complete without a visit to the Acropolis Museum, a modern architectural building where, at last, the statues have found their home and admire the wonders and architectural masterpieces of the Classical Era. Return to your hotel and and spend the remainder of your day at leisure. Overnight at your hotel in Athens. (B)

Day 3: Epidaurus – OlympiaDepart for your 4-day tour of Classical Greece. Leave Athens by the scenic coastal road and reach the Corinth Canal (short photo stop). Enjoy the imposing landscape in the Corinth Canal’s protected waters, one of the 19th century world’s engineering masterpieces, with a history that starts as early as 602 BC.

Continue to Epidaurus, with its 4th century BC theatre, famous for its astonishing acoustics. The town of Nafplion, your next stop, a modern seaside resort and old town, is crowned by the mighty ramparts of the Palamidi Fortress. The last stop of the day is Mycenae, the Homeric city of Atreides, the city “rich in gold” of the ancient poets. Visit the Lion’s Gate, the Cyclopean Walls, and the Royal Tombs. Depart for Olympia through Central Peloponnese, Tripoli, and Megalopoli. Arrival at your hotel, dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 4: Olympia – DelphiVisit Ancient Olympia, the birthplace of the idea, and site of the Ancient Olympic Games. Visit the Sanctuary of Olympian Zeus and the Archaeological Museum of Olympia, which hosts important treasures, such as the famous statue Hermes of Praxiteles. Continue through Achaia and Rio Antirio towards Delphi, passing through the picturesque towns of Nafpaktos and Itea. Arrive in Delphi. Enjoy dinner at your hotel and overnight. (B,D)

Day 5: Delphi – Kalambaka Depart for your tour to Delphi. Located on the slopes of Mount Parnasus, Delphi, once believed as the center, “navel” of the Earth, is the home of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. At the oracle of Apollo, Pythia, the high priestess of the temple, under the influence of the ancient god Apollo delivered her famous prophesies. You will also visit the Treasury of the Athenians, and the Delphi Museum, which hosts valuable pieces of art like the

famous bronze charioteer. Depart for Kalambaka. Enjoy dinner at your hotel and overnight. (B,D)

Day 6: Kalambaka – AthensVisit the breath-taking monasteries of Meteora. Perched on huge granite rocks, the monasteries seem to be suspend between earth and sky, providing a magnificent view. Each monastery contains priceless historical and religious treasures. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant in Kalambaka (not included), before returning to Athens bypassing Trikala, Lamia, and Thermopylae, where a stop will be made to visit the memorial to Leonidas and the brave 300 Spartans. Return to Athens and overnight at your hotel. (B)

Day 7: Athens – Departure Transfer to Athens International Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Classical Greece

Escorted Tour

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12 days / 11 nights

Every Monday


• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking bilingual guide• 7 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice and 4 nights on-board Celestyal Cruises• 11 breakfasts, 3 hotel dinners and 4 dinners on-board the cruise• Service charges

Tour includes:

• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Museum entrance fees• Port taxes


Day 1: ArrivalArrival at Athens Airport and transfer to your hotel in Athens. Overnight.

Day 2: Athens – Olympia Depart from Athens for the Corinth canal (short stop). Drive to Epidaurus and visit the Ancient theatre, world famous for its outstanding acoustics. Proceed to Nauplia (short stop) and through the plain of Argos arrive at Mycenae. Visit the archaeological site and the Tomb of Agamemnon. In the afternoon (optional stop for souvenirs) depart for Olympia, the birth place of the Olympic Games. Dinner and overnight in Olympia. (B,D)

Day 3: Olympia – DelphiVisit the archaeological site with the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, the altar of the Olympic flame, the Stadium and the archaeological Museum. Depart via Patras (short stop) to Rion, cross the Corinthian bay by the bridge to Antirion. Pass by the city of Nafpakros and from there on, we drive along the coastal road to Delphi, known in ancient times as the navel of the world. In the afternoon visit the picturesque mountain village of Arachova.

Dinner and overnight in Delphi. (B,D)

Day 4: Delphi – KalambakaVisit the archaeological site, and the Museum of Delphi. Depart for Kalambaka via Central Greece (short stop by Lamia). Overnight stay in Kalambaka (a small town built at the foot of the majestic grey rocks and crowned by the Meteora Monasteries). Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka. (B,D)

Day 5: Kalambaka – AthensLeave in the morning for nearby Meteora to visit the Byzantine Monasteries. Return to Athens passing the heroic monument of Leonidas of Sparta at Thermopylae. Overnight. (B)

Day 6: AthensFrom the Acropolis to Omonia Square, with a half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive morning tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided half-day tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens.Overnight. (B)

Day 7: AthensAt leisure. Overnight in Athens. (B)

Day 8: Athens - Mykonos Transfer to the Port of Piraeus and check-in on-board your Celestyal Cruise. Depart at 11:00 to Mykonos and arrive at 18:00 to enjoy the nightlife until 23:00. Night on-board (B,L,D)

Day 9: Kusadasi-Patmos Early morning arrival to Kusadasi on the Turkish coast. Optional visit to Ephesus, city of Artemis. Continue to the island of Patmos where St. John lived and received his revelation. Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 10: RhodesArrival at Rhodes at 07:00 and free day at leisure until 18:00. Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 11: Heraklion - Santorini Enjoy the morning in Crete from 07:00 to 11:30 and spend the afternoon and evening in Santorini from 16:30 to 21:00. Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 12: PiraeusArrival at Piraeus. End of our services. (B)

Wonders Of Greecewith 4 nights cruise

Combined Package

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7 days / 6 nights 9 days / 8 nights

• All transfers• 6 nights accommodation in selected hotels • Athens sightseeing tour (entrance to Acropolis and museum not included)• High-speed ferries to Piraeus, Mykonos and Santorini on economy class• Air ticket Santorini – Athens on economy class with airport taxes included• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:


Day 2: Athens Depart for your Athens Sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum, the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National library. On your way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and have a short stop at the Panathinaikos Stadium. On the Acropolis visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the famous Parthenon. Return to your hotel and the remainder of your day is at leisure. Overnight at your hotel in Athens. (B)

Day 3: Athens - MykonosTransfer to Athens port for your fast ferry to Mykonos (duration of the trip 2h30m) . Upon arrival on Mykonos Island transfer to your hotel. Overnight. (B)

Day 4: MykonosTime at leisure on the beloved Island of the international “Jet-Setters” with its whitewashed cubic houses, windmills and chapels, the wonderful sandy beaches, shops, galleries and the incredible night life. Overnight. (B)

Day 5: Mykonos - SantoriniTransfer to Mykonos Port for ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel and overnight. (B)

Day 6: Santorini Time at leisure to relax or explore the volcanic island of Santorini, known worldwide as the most romantic Island. Do not miss visiting the traditional village of Oia, the most photographed place in Greece, best known for its breath-taking sunsets. Small white houses tier the hillside, interspersed by splashes of rich okra, deep fuchsia, cobalt blue, oyster pink and earthy red make Oia a magical place. Overnight. (B)

Day 7: Santorini – Departure (B)Transfer to Santorini Airport for your flight to Athens.


Day 2: AthensDepart for your Athens sightseeing tour including the Acropolis and the New Acropolis Museum, the Constitution Square (Syntagma), the House of Parliament, the Memorial to the Unknown Soldier and the National Library. On your way to the Acropolis you will see the Hadrian’s Arch, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and have a short stop at the Panathinaikos Stadium. On the Acropolis visit the architectural masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion and finally the famous Parthenon. Return to your hotel and the remainder of your day is at leisure. Overnight at your hotel in Athens. (B)

Day 3: Athens - MykonosTransfer to Athens port for your fast ferry to Mykonos (duration of the trip 2h30m) . Upon arrival on the island of Mykonos, transfer to your hotel. Overnight. (B)

Day 4: MykonosTime at leisure on the beloved island of the international “Jet-Setters” with its whitewashed sugar-cube houses, windmills and chapels, the wonderful sandy beaches, shops, galleries and the incredible night life. Overnight. (B)

Day 5: MyconosFree day at leisure and overnight.(B)

Day 6: Mykonos - SantoriniTransfer to Mykonos Port for ferry to Santorini. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel and overnight.(B,D)

Day 7: SantoriniTime at leisure to relax or explore the volcanic island of Santorini, known worldwide as the most romantic Island. Do not miss visiting the traditional village of Oia, the most photographed place in Greece, best known for its breath-taking sunsets. Small white houses tier the hillside, interspersed by splashes of rich okra, deep fuchsia, cobalt blue, oyster pink and earthy red all makeing Oia a magical place. Overnight. (B)

Day 8: SantoriniFree day in Santorini. (B)

9: Santorini – DepartureTransfer to Santorini Airport for your flight to Athens. (B)

Hermes Selene

Everyday


Everyday


Athens, Mykonos & Santorini(Athens, Mykonos & Santorini)

• Museum tickets • Drinks• Personal expenses • Tips


• Museum tickets • Drinks • Personal expenses• Tips


Island Hopping

• All transfers• 5 nights accommodation in selected hotels 3 nights on-board Celestyal Cruises• 3 nights on-board Celestyal Cruises• Athens sightseeing tour (entrance to Acropolis and museum not included)• High-speed ferries to Piraeus, Mykonos and Santorini on economy class• Air ticket Santorini – Athens on economy class, with airport taxes included• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Selene

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9 days / 8 nights

• All transfers• Transportation in air condi tioned vehicle• 4 nights accommodation at hotel of your choice and 4 nights on-board Celestyal Cruises• 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners on-board• English speaking guide during tours• Entrance fees to museums• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

• All transfers• Transportation in air condi tioned vehicle• 4 nights accommodation at hotel of your choice and 3 nights on-board Celestyal Cruises• 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners on-board• English speaking guide during tours• Entrance fees to museums• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:


Day 2: Athens From the Acropolis to Omonia Square, with the half-day sightseeing and Acropolis museum tour you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehen-sive morning tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided half day tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens. Overnight. (B)

Day 3: Athens - Mykonos Transfer to the Port of Piraeus and ferry (economy class ticket is included) to Mykonos. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Free time on the island. Overnight. (B)

Day 4 : MykonosAt leisure. Overnight. (B)

Day 5 : Míconos - CruzeiroTransfer to Mykonos Port for boarding. Departure at 23:00. Night on-board. (B,D)

Day 6: Kusadasi-Patmos Arrival at Kusadasi, Turkey early morning. Optional visit to Ephesus, city of Artemis. Continue to the island of Patmos where St John lived and received his Revelation. Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 7: RhodesArrival at Rhodes at 07:00. Free time until 18:00. Night on-board.

Day 8: Heraklion - Santorini Morning in Crete (07:00-11:30). Afternoon in Santorini (16:30-21:00). Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 9: PiraeusArrival at Piraeus. End of our services.(B)

Aegean Legends & Mykonos

Every Tuesday






8 days / 7 nightsDay 1: ArrivalArrive at Athens airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: AthensFrom the Acropolis to Omonia Square, including an Acropolis museum tour you’ll see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens on this comprehensive morning tour. Offering a perfect overview of the modern city, this guided half-day tour will help you get your bearings if this is your first visit to Athens. Overnight. (B)

Day 3: Athens - MykonosTransfer to the Port of Piraeus and ferry (economy class ticket is included) to Mykonos. Arrival and transfer to your hotel. Free time on the island. Overnight. (B)

Day 4: MykonosAt leisure. Overnight. (B)

Day 5: Mykonos - CruzeiroTransfer to Mykonos Port for boarding. Departure at 23:00. Night on-board. (B,D)

Day 6: Kusadasi - Patmos Arrival at Kusadasi, Turkey early morning. Optional visit to Ephesus, city of Artemis. Continue to the island of Patmos where St John lived and received his Revelation. Night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Heraklion - SantoriniMorning in Crete (07:00-11:30). Afternoon in Santorini (16:30-21:00). Night on-board. (B,L,D)

8: PiraeusArrival at Piraeus. End of our services. (B)

Jewels Of The Aegean

Every Monday



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8 days / 7 nights

Every Tuesday


• All transportation in air conditioned vehicle• 5 nights accommodation in selected hotels • Dinner in Jerusalem on Thurs day followed by a Sound and Light show at David Citadel• English speaking professional guide throughout• Entrance fees to museums • All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

1: ArrivalArrive at Ben-Gurion Airport and transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem. Overnight.

2: Jerusalem Old CityStart the day with a magnificent panoramic view from the Mount of Olives. Drive to the Old City; visit the tomb of King David, and the room of the Last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter the Walled City and walk through the newly restored Jewish Quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian Quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, to the church of the Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem; view Rachel’s Tomb and proceed to visit the Church of Nativity and Manger Square. Overnight in Jerusalem. (B)

3: Jerusalem - New CityDrive to the Israel Museum; visit

the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed and the miniature model of Jerusalem, as it was during the second temple period. Proceed for a tour at the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. Continue to visit Mount Herzl cemetery and Yad Vashem, the Holocaust memorial. Visit Mea Shearim, the authentic ultra-orthodox neighbourhood in Jerusalem and learn about their unique lifestyle. In the evening enjoy a Middle Eastern dinner followed by the spectacular “sound & light” show at the Tower of David museum (weather conditions permitting). Overnight in Jerusalem. (B)

4: Qumran - Masada - Dead SeaDrive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at

Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 A.D. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea. Cover yourself with the mineral rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea that many believe has therapeutic effects (weather permitting). Overnight in Tel Aviv. (B)

5: Tel AvivFree day at leisure. Overnight in Tel Aviv. (B)

6: Tel Aviv - DepartureTransfer to Ben-Gurion Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Jerusalem & Surroundings



Escorted Tour

8 days / 7 nights

Every Sunday


• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide• 7 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice• 7 breakfasts, 7 hotel dinners• Museum entrance fees• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: ArrivalArrive at Ben-Gurion Airport and transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Tel Aviv. (D)

Day 2: Caesarea – Haifa – AcreDepart Tel Aviv and drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of the ancient city, Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon; visit the archaeological excavations including the well-preserved water supply system. Drive to Haifa for a panoramic view of the Bahai gardens and Haifa bay. From Haifa, drive to Acre to visit the ancient city and harbour. Continue to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 3: Tiberias - Capernaum After a short tour of Tiberias, take a boat ride to Capernaum. Visit the remains of the 2nd century synagogue. Proceed to Tabgha, the site of the “Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes” and visit the Church of Multiplication, with its 4th century mosaic floor. Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, the place where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Drive to the Banias springs and waterfalls and tour the Golan Heights. Return to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 4: Nazareth - Beit She’anDrive to Nazareth via Cana of Galilee. Visit the Church of Annunciation, St. Joseph’s workshop and Mary’s well. Drive to Yardenit, the baptismal site on the River Jordan; continue to Beit She’an, a newly excavated city,

and visit the Roman theatre. Drive along the Jordan River to Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. (B,D)

Day 5: Jerusalem Old CityDrive to the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city; visit the Church of All Nations, King David’s tomb, and the room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter within the walls of the Old City and visit the Cardo, Temple Mount (entrance to the mosques are not included), Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Oriental Bazaar; and visit the Garden Tomb. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. (B,D)

Day 6: New City - Bethlehem* Drive to Ein Kerem to visit the Church of Visitation; proceed to Yad Vashem, the holocaust memorial; visit the Israel museum, the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period. Proceed to Bethlehem, to visit the Church of Nativity (visit subject to availability). Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. (B,D)

Day 7: Dead Sea - Masada Drive to Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, to Masada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the second temple in 70 AD. Ascend Masada by cable car and visit the food storeroom, water cisterns, and Herod’s palace. Descend by cable car. Time and weather permitting,

an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea. Return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 8: DepartureTransfer to Ben-Gurion Airport for your onward flight. (B)

* Visit subject to availability.

Holy Land Tour



21ISRAEL

Escorted Tour



11 days / 10 nights

Every Sunday


• All transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide• 10 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice• 10 breakfasts, 10 hotel dinners• Museum entrance fees• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: ArrivalArrive at Ben-Gurion Airport and transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Tel Aviv. (D)

Day 2: Caesarea – Haifa – AcreDepart Tel Aviv and drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of the ancient city, Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon; visit the archaeological excavations including the well-preserved water supply system. Drive to Haifa for a panoramic view of the Bahai gardens and Haifa bay. From Haifa, drive to Acre to visit the ancient city and harbour. Continue to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 3: Tiberias - Capernaum After a short tour of Tiberias, take a boat ride to Capernaum. Visit the remains of the 2nd century synagogue. Proceed to Tabgha, the site of the “Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes” and visit the Church of Multiplication, with its 4th century mosaic floor. Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, the place where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Drive to the Banias springs and waterfalls and tour the Golan Heights. Return to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 4: Nazareth - Beit She’anDrive to Nazareth via Cana of Galilee. Visit the Church of Annunciation, St. Joseph’s workshop and Mary’s well. Drive to Yardenit, the baptismal site on the River Jordan; continue to Beit She’an, a newly excavated city, and visit the Roman theatre. Drive along the Jordan River to Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem (B,D)

Day 5: Jerusalem Old CityDrive to the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city; visit the Church of All Nations, King David’s tomb, and the room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter within the walls of the Old City and visit the Cardo, Temple Mount (entrance to the mosques are not included), Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Oriental Bazaar; and visit the Garden Tomb. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. (B,D)

Day 6: New City - Bethlehem* Drive to Ein Kerem to visit the Church of Visitation; proceed to Yad Vashem, the holocaust memorial; visit the Israel museum, the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period. Proceed to Bethlehem, to visit the Church of Nativity (visit subject to availability). Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. (B,D)

Day 7: Dead Sea - Masada Drive to Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, to Masada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the second temple in 70 AD. Ascend Masada by cable car and visit the food storeroom, water cisterns, and Herod’s palace. Descend by cable car. Time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea. Return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 8: Jerash – Amman Drive from Jerusalem to the border

crossing to enter Jordan. Proceed to Jerash - city of the Decapolis, located about 45 km north of Amman, in the fertile heights of the Gilad, visit the ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets, the baths, and the hill of the top temple, etc. Then drive to Amman, for a city tour of the Jordanian Capital. Dinner and overnight in Amman. (B,D)

Day 9: Petra – Amman After early breakfast, leave the hotel and travel south on the road to Wadi Musa. We then travel on horseback to the “Siq” (canyon). We continue on foot to Petra, known as “Sela Edom” or red rock city, the ancient capital of the Nabateans, from the 3rd century BC to the 2nd Century AD. Visit the most interesting monuments, such as the Treasury, El Khazneh (a tomb of a Nabatean king), then the field of tombs, obelisks, the altar, Jebel al-Madbah (mountain of the altar), from which point you can view the whole of the rock city, then back to Wadi Musa village for dinner and overnight. (B,D) Day 10: Madaba – Mount Nebo – Tel Aviv Drive to Madaba, to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land and ruins of historical sites. Continue about 10 km to Mount Nebo, from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. From there you will see the Jordan Valley, Jericho, the Dead Sea, etc. Visit the remains of a Byzantine church with a mosaic floor, and then drive to the border and to Tel Aviv. (B,D)

Day 11: Departure Transfer to Ben-Gurion Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Holy Land & Jordan Tour

22 ISRAEL & JORDAN

Escorted Tour

Holy Land & Jordan Tour 7 days / 6 nights

Every Sunday


• All transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide• 6 nights accommodation at hotel category of your choice• 6 breakfasts, 6 hotel dinners• Museum entrance fees• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: Arrival Arrive in Amman and transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight. (D)

Day 2: Jerash – Ajlun Panoramic tour of the city, known as Philadelphia: a panoramic tour of the centre, traditional markets, churches, mosques, Roman Theater, and the new modern city. Departure to Jerash, one of the most complete and best preserved cities of the Roman Empire. A walk through its streets, theaters, temples and other places like the Great Colonnade Street, Arc of Triumph, the Oval Plaza and the Temples of Zeus and Artemis. Continue to Ajlun Castle, fortress built in 1185 Return to Amman. Dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 3: Desert Castle - Dead SeaDeparture to the east to visit the Roman and Byzantine castles of the desert. Visit of Amra Castle, former summer residence containing unique frescoes; el Kharraneh Castle, and visit the Roman fort of Azraq, built in black volcanic stone. Descend to the lowest

place on earth, the Dead Sea and the desert of Moab. Free time to swim in its therapeutic waters, an unforgettable experience! (Entrance to the Dead Sea Resthouse, towels not included). Return to Amman. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D)

Day 4: Madaba - Mount Nebo Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Madaba the “City of Mosaics” where you will visit the church of St. George which houses the map of the Holy Land made in 571 B.C. Continue to Mount Nebo, known as the tomb of Moses, from whose summit there is a magnificent view of the Jordan Valley. Departure to Petra. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D)

Day 5: PetraClassic full day visit of the Nabatean red rose city of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, carved out of rock over 2000 years ago. We will access the city through its entrance (Siq) of 1.2 kilometers. From there we continue to reach the impressive monumental Treasury (El Khazneh) which was believed to

hold countless treasures. The first view of the “Khazneh” is breath-taking. Other monuments we can see are the Theatre, the Byzantine Church, and the Royal Tombs. (Climbing up to the monastery is on request of the group, guide does not accompany group on the climb). Return to hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 6: Wadi Rum - Aqaba Transfer to the desert of Wadi Rum, one of the scenes from the film Lawrence of Arabia, and one of the most spectacular settings in the Middle East. This is red desert sand on which granite mountains rise and peaks of red and gold colors penetrate the scenery. (Classic tour by 4x4 of approximately 2 hours). Transfer to Aqaba with free time in the city and / or beach. (Entrance to the beach not included, paid directly by the client. Beaches are private, there is only one public beach with basic services). Drive to Amman. Dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 7: Amman - Departure (B)Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for your onward flight.

Classical Jordan



23JORDAN

Escorted Tour

8 days / 7 nights

Every Sunday


• All transportation in air condi tioned vehicle• 7 nights accommodation in 5* hotels and ship • 6 lunches and 6 dinners• English speaking professional guide throughout• Entrance fees to museums • All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

1: ArrivalArrive at Cairo International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

2: Cairo – Luxor – Nile Cruise Fly to Luxor (not included), the city once known as Thebes. Visit the glorious Temple of Karnak, where history will be brought to life by your guide. After lunch on-board your Nile cruise, free time to discover Luxor. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

3: Luxor – Esna – EdfuVisit the famous Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Sail to Edfu. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

4: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Aswan Sail to Kom Ombo, and visit the temple shared by two gods, Sobek and Haeroris, in Kom Ombo. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

5: Aswan – Abu Simbel - AswanEarly morning drive to Abu Simbel. Visit the famous Temple of Abu Simbel. Later in the morning visit

the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. Return to Aswan. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

6: Aswan - CairoFly to Cairo (not included). Visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Mykerinus, the famous Sphinx, the age of which is estimated from six-thousand and up to thirteen-thousand years old, and the Valley Temple facing the great statue. Lunch at a local restaurant. Then transfer to the Egyptian Museum, with the highlight being the Treasure Room for the child king Tutankhamun. Free time for shopping in the lively Khan El Khalili bazaar. Return to hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

7: CairoVisit of Coptic Cairo in the heart of the city. Lunch. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

8: Cairo- Departure Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Eternal Egypt

• Cairo / Luxor + Aswan / Cairo domestic flights.

Price does not include

24 EGYPT

Escorted Tour & Nile Cruise

8 days / 7 nights

Every Monday


• Arrival & departure transfers• Air conditioned vehicle• English speaking guide • 4 nights accommodation at 5* hotels and 3 nights on-board 5* cruise on the Nile• 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 hotel dinners and 3 dinners on-board• Museum entrance fees• All taxes and service charges

Tour includes:

Day 1: ArrivalArrive at Cairo International airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: CairoVisit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre and Mykerinus, the famous Sphinx, believed to be between six-thousand and thirteen-thousand years old, and Valley temple facing the great statue. Lunch at local restaurant. Transfer to the Egyptian Museum with one of the highlights being the Treasure room of the child King Tutankhamun. Free time for shopping in a lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Return to hotel. Dinner and overnight (B,L,D)

Day 3: Cairo – AswanFly to Aswan (not included). Visit the Philae Temple and the high Dam. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Aswan – EdfuIn the early morning the ship will sail to Kom Ombo. At Kom Ombo visit the temple dedicated to the god Horus. Lunch on-board

. Admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile while sailing to Edfu. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Edfu – LuxorVisit of the Temple of Edfu, built in honor of the God Horus. Lunch and navigation to Luxor, passing by the gate of Esna. Dinner and night on-board. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Luxor – CairoVisit the West Bank of Luxor including Colossi of Memnon, temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Lunch on-board. Afternoon visit to the East Bank of Luxor: Karnak. Transfer to the airport. Flight (not included) to Cairo. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 7: CairoVisit of Coptic Cairo in the heart of the city. Lunch. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Cairo – DepartureTransfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight (B)

Discover Egypt

• Beverages during meals• Gratuity for the guide and driver• Cairo / Aswan and Luxor / Cairo domestic flights

Price does not include

25EGYPT

Escorted Tour & Nile Cruise

26 COMBINATIONS

15 days / 14 nights 14 days / 13 nightsEvery Sunday


Every Sunday


Overnights:

Highlights: Highlights:

Overnights: Cairo – Luxor – Edfu – Aswan - Tel Aviv – Galilee - Jerusalem Athens – Delphi – Kalambaka - Cairo – Luxor – Edfu – Aswan

Pyramids – Nile Cruise – Karnak - Abu Simbel – Haifa – Acre – Tiberias – Capernaum – Nazareth – Bethlehem - Qumran

Acropolis – Corinth – Epidaurus – Naupflia – Meteoras - Pyramids – Nile Cruise – Karnak - Abu Simbel

Egypt & Israel Greece & Egypt

14 days / 13 nights 17 days / 16 nightsEvery Monday


Every Sunday


Overnights: Overnights:


Cairo – Luxor – Edfu – Aswan - Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia Amman - Petra – Aqaba – Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia – Pamukkale – Izmir

Pyramids – Nile Cruise – Karnak - Luxor - Abu Simbel - Bosphorus – Grand Bazaar – Saint Sophia - Blue Mosque – Topkapi Palace – Fairy Chimneys

Petra – Wadi Rum – Karak – Dead Sea – Bosphorus – Grand Bazaar – Saint Sophia - Blue Mosque – Topkapi Palace – Fairy Chimneys - Ephesus

Egypt & Turkey Jordan & Turkey

Combined Packages

27COMBINATIONS

16 days / 15 nights 14 days / 13 nightsEvery Wednesday


Every Sunday




Athens - Cruise: Mykonos, Patmos, Santorini - Istanbul - Ankara - Cappadocia - Pamukkale - Izmir - Canakkale

Tel Aviv – Galilee – Jerusalem - Athens – Olympia – Delphi – Kalambaka

Acropolis – Bosphorus – Grand Bazaar – Saint Sophia - Blue Mosque – Topkapi Palace – Fairy Chimneys - Ephesus - Pergamon - Troy

Haifa – Acre – Tiberias – Capernaum – Nazareth – Bethlehem – Qumran - Acropolis – Corinth – Epidaurus – Naupflia – Meteoras

Greece & Turkey Israel & Greece

14 days / 13 nights 15 days / 14 nightsEvery Sunday


Every Sunday




Amman - Petra – Aqaba – Athens – Olympia – Delphi – Kalambaka Cairo – Luxor – Edfu – Aswan - Amman - Petra – Aqaba

Petra – Wadi Rum – Karak – Dead Sea – Acropolis – Corinth – Epidaurus – Naupflia - Meteoras

Pyramids – Nile Cruise – Karnak - Abu Simbel - Petra –Wadi Rum – Karak – Dead Sea

Jordan & Greece Egypt & Jordan

Combined Packages

28 TURKEY

Greece

Jerusalem

29TURKEY

Istanbul

Egypt and Jordan

CLIENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. TOUR PRICEPrices quoted are based on air fares, hotel prices, land costs and rates of exchange on the date quoted or booked. Dreams reserves the right to adjust tour prices in accordance with increase in air fares, fuel surcharges, hotel rates, seasonal adjustments and currency fluctuations after such date.

2. HOTELSOnce hotel reservations have been confirmed, Dreams reserves the right to substitute hotels listed with others of a similar or higher category at no additional cost to the passenger, even after departure. All amenities are subject to change at any hotel without prior notice.

3. TOUR LEADERThe tours specified in this brochure do not include the services of a tour leader from South Africa.

4. SPECIAL REQUESTSSpecial requests must be made at time of booking. Dreams will endeavour to comply with the special requests, however, cannot guarantee that they will be met.

5. NOT INCLUDED IN PRICESPrices quoted do not include any additional surcharges levied by the airlines, costs of obtaining visas and passports, telephone calls, laundry, entertainment arrange-ments not shown in the brochure, meals and beverages unless specified, or any other item of a personal nature.

6. RESERVATIONSOn confirmation of the booking, please complete and sign the booking form. A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the total tour price is payable within 72 hours of confirmation of reservation. In some cases, full payment for the flight portion of the booking may be required within 24 hours of booking in order to secure seats and airfares. The balance owing on the invoice must be paid 8 weeks prior to departure. The company reserves the right to cancel any reservation for which the total price has not been paid by due date, in which event the deposit will be forfeited to the company. Dreams guarantees the price of land arrangements once full payment is received, except where subsequent increases are beyond the control of Dreams. Air fares are subject to the prices and conditionsquoted by the airlines and cannot be guaranteed by Dreams.

Short lead bookings - Made within 14 days of travel:On confirmation of the booking, please complete and sign the booking form. Full payment of the total tour price is payable within 24 hours of confirmation of reservation. The company reserves the right to cancel any reservation for which the total price has not been paid by due date, in which event the deposit will be for-feited to the company. Dreams guarantees the price of land arrangements once full payment is received, except where subsequent increases are beyond the control of Dreams. Air fares are subject to the prices and conditions quoted by the airlines and cannot be guaranteed by Dreams.

7. REUNION BOOKINGS: (The terms and conditions for Reunion set out in point # 7 supersede our Standard Terms and Conditions)PAYMENTBookings made within 1 month of travel, full payment is required upon receipt of booking confirmation.Bookings made more than 1 month prior to travel require a 50% deposit upon receipt of confirmation and the balance 30 days before date of departure.

CANCELLATION AND CURTAILMENTCancellation fees are as follows:5 weeks or more prior: 50% of total tour price4 weeks or less prior: 100% of total tour price

AMENDMENTSAny modification to the standard package will result in price change and an amendment fee of R350.00 per change will be levied.

GENERALProvisional bookings are not permitted.Advertised rates are date and period specific, based on 2 people sharing at hotels specified.Where care hire us included in a package, an International drivers’ license is required.A completed booking form is required before tickets can be issued.Check in time is at 14h00 and check out before 12h00.All rates are subject to change due to the EUR / ZAR exchange rate.Rates are valid for SA passport holders only.All services are subject to availability. Dreams standard terms & conditions apply. E & OE.

8. METHOD OF PAYMENTDreams will only accept payment for all land arrangements via electronic transfer or credit card. Cheques are not accepted.

9. CANCELLATIONS AND CURTAILMENTIn the event of the passenger cancelling their reservation for any reason, such cancellation must be made in writing and in such instances, cancellation charges will be levied in accordance with the maximum charges which can be imposed from time of booking up to 8 weeks prior to departure, the deposit is forfeited. Cancella-tion fees during peak periods, will be more stringent.Cancellation fees are as below:8 weeks prior: 25% of total tour price6 weeks prior: 30% of total tour price4 weeks prior: 50% of total tour price3 weeks prior: 80% of total tour price2 weeks prior: 100% of total tour priceCancellation fees apply once air tickets are issued .The fees are from 25%-100% dependent on the air ticket issued.

10. AMENDMENTSAmendments to confirmed reservations will be processed at a fee of R350.00 (including VAT) for each alteration made to the booking after the initial reservation. If notice of amendments is received within 8 prior to departure, the above cancellation charges may be levied. Administration charges will be levied on all documenta-tion/vouchers submitted for re-issue or refund. Changes to air tickets once they have been issued, constitute an amendment fee, this fee will vary depending on the airline and airfare booked.

11. REFUNDS AND UNUSED SERVICESNo refunds will be made for no-shows, or any unused services irrespective of whether they form part of the basic inclusive tour price, or whether they are in respect

of pre-booked optional arrangements.

12. DELAYSThe company does not hold itself responsible for any delays prior to departure nor during the course of any tour mentioned in this brochure whether brought about by technical difficulties, strikes,weather conditions or any other circumstances whatsoever, whether foreseen or unforeseen. It is understood that any expenses relating to these unscheduled exten-sions (e.g. hotels, meals, airfares telephone calls etc.) will be for the passengers account.

13. TRAVEL DOCUMENTSDocumentation is only prepared on receipt of full and final payment and a signed booking form and travel declaration form. All passengers will be personally re-sponsible for ensuring that they are in possession of the correct documentation prior to their departure. Dreams does not accept responsibility for any consequences whatsoever from a passenger failing to ensure that he or she has complied with the necessary health, passport and visa requirements.

14. ITINERARY ALTERATIONSThe company reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure, in which event the entire tour price paid by the passenger will be refunded without prejudice and any further obligation on the part of Dreams. While every effort is made to keep to all itineraries, Dreams reserves the right to make any changes for the passen-ger’s convenience. The duration of the tour may have to be extended or curtailed owing to unforeseen changes in transport schedules. Any resultant expense will be borne by the passenger, and any savings refunded.

15. PASSPORTS, VISAS, VACCINATIONS, INOCULATIONS AND RE-ENTRY PERMITSThe responsibility to obtain correct, current and valid passports, visas, vaccinations, inoculations and re-entry permits that are required, is that of the passenger alone. Dreams will not be held responsible or liable for any consequence of any nature arising from the customer failing to ensure that he/she has complied with all such requirements.

16. INSURANCEWe strongly advise passengers to take out insurance against cancellation, curtailments, illness, loss of baggage and default at the time of booking. Please ask your travel agent for details.

17. FOLLOWING DEPARTUREAmendments and all cancellations en route must be made with our operators directly. Please note that en route cancellations and amendments may incur additional fees as determined by our operators directly.

18. LIABILITIESDreams makes every effort to ensure that all arrangements and services that are connected with your tour will be carried out as specified in the most efficient and effective way possible. However, we do not have direct control over the provision of services by suppliers and, whilst they are in all cases selected with the utmost care, we do not accept liability for error and omissions of such suppliers. Dreams also accept no liability for changes, omissions delays before or during the course of any published tour occasioned by technical difficulties, weather conditions, strikes or communication breakdown.

19. RESPONSIBILITYThe company acts as an agent only in producing the tours and arrangements featured in the brochure, and on condition that it shall not be liable for any loss, dam-age, injury, accident, delay or any other irregularity that may be occasioned by any defect in any vehicle, or other form of conveyance, or by error or default of any company or person engaged in conveying passengers, carrying out the arrangements of the tour, or otherwise in connection therewith.

20. AIRLINE RESPONSIBILITY

The airline concerned is not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time the passengers are not aboard their aircraft. The passenger ticket in use by the airline, when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the airline and the passenger.

21. AIRLINE INFORMATIONA baggage allowance of 20kg per person is permitted on flights. Passengers are reminded that they are responsible for reconfirmation of flights more than 72 hours prior to departure. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of a flight reservation by the airline.

22. GENERAL INFORMATIONDreams (herein called the “company”), cannot be held responsible for any charges that appear on a passengers credit card, nor accept responsibility for having any of these charges reversed or corrected upon the passengers return. If passengers intend to drive a rental car, a valid South African license is required or a valid Inter-national Driving Permit. Please ensure that you are in possession of local driving license as you will be asked to produce it at the car rental check in counter.

22. TRAVEL DECLARATIONSDreams requires that all foreign payments that are made on behalf of the passenger, must be deducted from the passengers’ foreign exchange allowance. A currency declaration to this effect must be lodged before final documentation can be released.

23. ASATADreams is a registered member of ASATA.

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