7 Days Constantinople and the Asia Minor Coast

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Duration

7 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

1 person

Languages

Ελληνικά

Flight information

19/07

DATE FROM  TO AIRLINES FLIGHT CODE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
/07 Larnaca Athens Aegean Airlines A3 901 05:00 06:45
Athens Constantinople Aegean Airlines A3 990 08:20 09:50
25/07 Smyrni Athens Aegean Airlines A3 997 19:10 20:10
Athens Larnaca Aegean Airlines A3 910 23:45 01:20(+1)

 

26/07

DATE FROM  TO AIRLINES FLIGHT CODE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
26/07 Larnaca Athens Aegean Airlines A3 901 05:00 06:45
Athens Constantinople Aegean Airlines A3 990 08:20 09:50
01/08 Smyrni Athens Aegean Airlines A3 997 19:10 20:10
Athens Larnaca Aegean Airlines A3 910 23:45 01:20(+1)

 

02/08

DATE FROM  TO AIRLINES FLIGHT CODE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
02/08 Larnaca Athens Aegean Airlines A3 901 05:00 06:45
Athens Constantinople Aegean Airlines A3 990 08:20 09:50
08/08 Smyrni Athens Aegean Airlines A3 997 19:10 20:10
Athens Larnaca Aegean Airlines A3 910 23:45 01:20(+1)

 

09/08

DATE FROM  TO AIRLINES FLIGHT CODE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
09/08 Larnaca Athens Aegean Airlines A3 901 05:00 06:45
Athens Constantinople Aegean Airlines A3 990 08:20 09:50
15/08 Smyrni Athens Aegean Airlines A3 997 19:10 20:10
Athens Larnaca Aegean Airlines A3 910 23:45 01:20(+1)

 

16/08

DATE FROM  TO AIRLINES FLIGHT CODE DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
16/08 Larnaca Athens Aegean Airlines A3 901 05:00 06:45
Athens Constantinople Aegean Airlines A3 990 08:20 09:50
22/08 Smyrni Athens Aegean Airlines A3 997 19:10 20:10
Athens Larnaca Aegean Airlines A3 910 23:45 01:20(+1)

 

Price per person

DATE DOUBLE SINGLE 1ST CHILD
19/07, 26/07 €1185 €1525 €1055
02/08, 09/08, 16/08 €1225 €1565 €1095

 

 

 

Booking & Cancellation Policy

  • 30% deposit of the total trip cost is required to confirm your booking.

  • Full payment must be completed no later than 21 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Terms:

  • Up to 45 days before departure: €100 withheld for administrative fees.

  • 44 to 31 days before departure: 30% of the total trip cost is withheld.

  • 30 to 21 days before departure: 50% of the total trip cost is withheld.

  • 20 days or less before departure: 100% cancellation fee (no refund).

For charter servicescruisesski tripstrade showsconferences, and similar international events, cancellation fees may reach 100% of the total cost, regardless of the cancellation date

 

Highlights

  • To participate in this trip, you need a passport valid for at least six (6) months from the date of travel.
  • The itinerary is subject to change, but no service will be omitted.

Day 1 LARNACA – ATHENS – CONSTANTINOPLE (ISTANBUL)

Meeting at Larnaca airport and flight to Constantinople via Athens. Upon arrival, we transfer to the Ecumenical Patriarchate, where we will see the Closed Gate, the martyrdom site of Patriarch Gregory V, and venerate in the Patriarchal Church of St. George, admiring the golden old wooden iconostasis, the rare icon of the Virgin Panmakaristos, and other holy relics.
We stroll through Fener to see the Great School of the Nation, then visit the Church of Panagia Baloukliotissa, known for the legend of the monk and the fish during the Fall of the City.
Following the Byzantine land walls of Theodosius, we head to the Church of Panagia of Blachernae, where the Akathist Hymn was first chanted.
Next stop: the famous Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar.
Transfer to the hotel, check-in, and free time for the rest of the day.
Overnight in Constantinople.

Day 2 CONSTANTINOPLE

After breakfast, we explore major Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.
We start at the Hippodrome, then visit the impressive Blue Mosque with its six minarets, and take a guided tour of the majestic Hagia Sophia.
We continue to the Topkapi Palace, home to the treasures of the Sultans, and visit either the Basilica Cistern or the Aqueduct, one of the city's most stunning sights.
We finish at the Grand Bazaar, with its 4,000 colorful shops.
Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
In the evening, we suggest an optional Bosphorus cruise.
Overnight in Constantinople.

Day 3 CONSTANTINOPLE – ÇANAKKALE

After breakfast, we depart for Çanakkale (Dardanelles), a region that lies on both European and Asian continents.
We travel along the Sea of Marmara, passing by several historical Greek towns.
Arrival and hotel check-in.
After dinner, we suggest a walk along the promenade to see the Trojan Horse used in the film Troy.
Overnight in Çanakkale.

Day 4 ÇANAKKALE – IMBROS (GÖKÇEADA)

Breakfast and ferry to the historic island of Imbros (Gökçeada), one of the two Aegean islands belonging to Turkey (along with Tenedos).
Arrival at the port of Agios Kyrikos and island tour:
We visit Schinoudi, Agriadia, Agioi Theodoroi (the most developed village, birthplace of the Patriarch), the Castle, the small port, and the capital Panagia.
In the afternoon, ferry back to Kabatepe, and return to Çanakkale for a short city tour.
Dinner and overnight in Çanakkale.

Day 5 TROY – AYVALIK – PERGAMON – SMYRNA (IZMIR)

After breakfast, we visit the archaeological site of Troy, where the Trojan War took place, and relive the epic of the Iliad with heroes like Achilles, Hector, Agamemnon, and Menelaus.
We continue to Moschonisia and visit the main island, connected to Ayvalik by a narrow bridge.
Walk through the quaint alleys and visit the Church of the Archangels.
Next stop: the old town of Ayvalik, with its Greek mansions and narrow streets.
We visit the Church of St. George, which dates back to 1790 and now functions as a mosque (since 1922), but retains its stunning wooden iconostasis.
Free time on the seafront.
We then head to Pergamon for a guided tour of its archaeological site.
After lunch, we continue to Smyrna (Izmir), arriving in the late afternoon.
Hotel check-in and dinner.
Evening walk along the seafront promenade is highly recommended.
Overnight in Smyrna.

Day 6 SMYRNA – EPHESUS

Breakfast and departure to Ancient Ephesus, home to remarkably preserved monuments.
During our guided tour, we will see the Arcadian Way, the Hellenistic Theater, Nymphaeum, Stadium, and the Library of Celsus.
Next, we visit the Greek village of Kirkindje (mentioned by Dido Sotiriou in "Farewell Anatolia").
Stop for lunch and enjoy free time in the cosmopolitan seaside resort of Kusadasi.
Return to Smyrna, driving along the seafront boulevard, lined with charming façades reflecting the Greek presence of the past.
Dinner and overnight in Smyrna.

Day 7 SMYRNA – ATHENS – LARNACA

After breakfast, we explore Smyrna and enjoy free time in the bustling bazaar.
Early afternoon, we head to Kordelio, once a thriving suburb in 1922 with its own vibrant waterfront and social life.
Free time for lunch and sightseeing—try the famous dessert "künefe".
Then, we transfer to Izmir Airport for our return flight to Larnaca via Athens.

  • Airline tickets: Larnaca – Athens – Constantinople and Smyrna – Athens – Larnaca.
  • Airport taxes and fuel surcharge included.
  • One checked baggage up to 23 kg and one carry-on up to 8 kg.
  • 2 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Constantinople (Istanbul).
  • 2 nights accommodation in a 5-star hotel in Çanakkale.
  • 2 nights accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Smyrna (Izmir).
  • Daily breakfast included.
  • Four (4) dinners at hotels according to the program.
  • Transfers, excursions, tours, and visits as mentioned in the program, with a luxury air-conditioned coach offering free Wi-Fi.
  • Ferry tickets to Imbros (Gökçeada).
  • Experienced Greek-speaking tour leader/guide throughout the trip.
  • Hotel accommodation tax included.
  • Services of our local representatives.
  • VAT included.
  • Entrance fees to the sites visited.
  • Tips and porterage.
  • Travel insurance (optional).
  • Anything not mentioned in the program or listed as optional or suggested.
  • Entry visa for Turkey.

7 Days

Ελληνικά

Tour's Location

from €1185

Information Contact

Email

[email protected]

Website

tsokkastravel.com

Phone

26948188

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