Tour Overview
24-Day Turkey, Greece & Egypt Grand Tour: Istanbul, Greek Islands & Nile Cruise is planned as a 24 Days / 23 Nights journey linking Countries Covered. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Bosphorus, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Side, Spice Bazaar, Izmir, Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary, Library of Celsus. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, a Nile cruise component. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Welcome to Istanbul, Where Two Continents Meet
The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. with the first key timing around 1:00. The main route is built around Bosphorus.
The Bosphorus portion of the program provides waterfront views and a perspective on Istanbul between Europe and Asia.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A Bosphorus cruise is included as one of the day’s main experiences. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Discover the Timeless Treasures of Istanbul's Historic Peninsula
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome.
Hagia Sophia introduces layers of Byzantine and Ottoman history in Istanbul’s historic peninsula. The Blue Mosque visit highlights Ottoman architecture and the religious character of the old city. Topkapi Palace gives a closer look at the ceremonial and residential world of the Ottoman court.
Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Bosphorus Cruise Experience & Flight to Turkey's Aegean Coast
The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus, Izmir.
The Spice Bazaar brings the route into a lively market setting known for spices, sweets and local products. The Bosphorus portion of the program provides waterfront views and a perspective on Istanbul between Europe and Asia. The program also allows time to experience Izmir as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Private transfers are used for the relevant hotel and airport connections. A domestic flight to Izmir forms part of the day’s travel plan. A Bosphorus cruise is included as one of the day’s main experiences.
Explore Ephesus, One of the Greatest Roman Cities
The day follows the planned itinerary for Explore Ephesus, One of the Greatest Roman Cities. The main route is built around Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary, Library of Celsus, Temple of Artemis.
Ephesus is experienced as a broad archaeological site with monumental streets, public buildings and important Roman-era landmarks. The House of the Virgin Mary adds a quieter pilgrimage stop to the day’s archaeological program. The Library of Celsus is one of the key architectural highlights within the Ephesus visit.
Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program.
Pamukkale's White Terraces & Journey to Antalya
The day follows the planned itinerary for Pamukkale's White Terraces & Journey to Antalya. The main route is built around Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Side, Antalya.
Pamukkale is explored through its bright travertine formations and thermal-water landscape. At Hierapolis, the sightseeing focuses on the archaeological zone, including major Roman-era remains and the ancient thermal setting. The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program.
Ancient Cities of Pamphylia & Mediterranean Coast
The day follows the planned itinerary for Ancient Cities of Pamphylia & Mediterranean Coast. The main route is built around Perge, Aspendos, Side, Antalya.
The program also allows time to experience Perge as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Aspendos as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program.
Flight to Cappadocia
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Antalya, Cappadocia.
The program also allows time to experience Antalya as part of the day’s scheduled route. Cappadocia is explored through its volcanic landscape, valleys and distinctive rock formations.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight to Kayseri forms part of the day’s travel plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Hidden Valleys & Underground Cities of Cappadocia
The day follows the planned itinerary for Hidden Valleys & Underground Cities of Cappadocia. The main route is built around Side, Ortahisar Castle, Sobesos, Cappadocia.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Ortahisar Castle as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Sobesos as part of the day’s scheduled route.
A domestic flight is included in the day’s routing where indicated. Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Fairy Chimneys, Open-Air Museums & Return to Istanbul
The day follows the planned itinerary for Fairy Chimneys, Open-Air Museums & Return to Istanbul. The main route is built around Devrent Valley, Avanos, Cappadocia.
The program also allows time to experience Devrent Valley as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Avanos as part of the day’s scheduled route. Cappadocia is explored through its volcanic landscape, valleys and distinctive rock formations.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight to Istanbul forms part of the day’s travel plan. Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program.
Fly to Athens, the Birthplace of Democracy
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Athens, Acropolis, Plaka.
Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. The Acropolis visit centers on the monumental hilltop complex and its classical monuments. The program also allows time to experience Plaka as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Private transfers are used for the relevant hotel and airport connections. A domestic flight to Athens forms part of the day’s travel plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Discover the Ancient Wonders of Athens
The day follows the planned itinerary for Discover the Ancient Wonders of Athens. The main route is built around Athens, Acropolis, Parthenon, Olympia.
Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. The Acropolis visit centers on the monumental hilltop complex and its classical monuments. The program also allows time to experience Parthenon as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits.
Ferry Across the Aegean Sea to Mykonos
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Side, Mykonos.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Mykonos as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Leisure Day on the Island of Mykonos
The day follows the planned itinerary for Leisure Day on the Island of Mykonos. The main route is built around Side, Mykonos.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Mykonos as part of the day’s scheduled route.
The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.
Ferry to Santorini, Greece's Most Spectacular Island
The day follows the planned itinerary for Ferry to Santorini, Greece's Most Spectacular Island. The main route is built around Side, Santorini.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Enjoy Santorini at Your Own Pace
The day follows the planned itinerary for Enjoy Santorini at Your Own Pace. The main route is built around Santorini.
Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.
The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.
Return to Athens
The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. The main route is built around Athens.
Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Welcome to Egypt: Flight from Athens to Cairo
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Athens, Cairo.
Athens combines classical heritage with the atmosphere of a modern Mediterranean capital. Cairo combines major ancient landmarks with the scale and energy of Egypt’s capital.
Private transfers are used for the relevant hotel and airport connections. A domestic flight to Cairo forms part of the day’s travel plan. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
The Great Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara
The day follows the planned itinerary for The Great Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara. The main route is built around Side, Giza, Great Sphinx.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The Giza portion of the itinerary focuses on Egypt’s best-known pyramid complex and surrounding monuments. The program also allows time to experience Great Sphinx as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Grand Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili Bazaar
The day follows the planned itinerary for Grand Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili Bazaar. The main route is built around Cairo, Egyptian Museum, Aswan, Nile.
Cairo combines major ancient landmarks with the scale and energy of Egypt’s capital. The program also allows time to experience Egyptian Museum as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Aswan as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight to Aswan forms part of the day’s travel plan.
Philae Temple & Embark on Your Nile Cruise
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Side, Nile.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Nile as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Kom Ombo & Edfu Along the Nile
The day follows the planned itinerary for Kom Ombo & Edfu Along the Nile. The main route is built around Side, Nile, Edfu, Kom Ombo.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Nile as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Edfu as part of the day’s scheduled route.
The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.
Luxor, Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
The day follows the planned itinerary for Luxor, Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple. The main route is built around Luxor, Karnak, Nile.
Luxor brings together temples, royal tombs and some of Egypt’s richest archaeological sites. The program also allows time to experience Karnak as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Nile as part of the day’s scheduled route.
The sequence is designed to keep sightseeing and transport practical within the same day, while preserving the main visits and travel connections shown in the confirmed itinerary.
Valley of the Kings & Return to Cairo
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Cairo, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Nile.
Cairo combines major ancient landmarks with the scale and energy of Egypt’s capital. Luxor brings together temples, royal tombs and some of Egypt’s richest archaeological sites. The program also allows time to experience Valley of the Kings as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight to Cairo forms part of the day’s travel plan.
Departure from Cairo
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Cairo.
Cairo combines major ancient landmarks with the scale and energy of Egypt’s capital.
Private transfers are used for the relevant hotel and airport connections. A domestic flight is included in the day’s routing where indicated. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
What's Included
Included
- Domestic flights are included.
- 9 nights in 4-star hotels with breakfast as specified in the itinerary.
- Licensed guiding is included for the scheduled sightseeing visits.
- Private Istanbul Old City sightseeing with a licensed English-speaking guide, private transport and the listed entrance fees.
- Private airport and hotel transfers are included for the relevant sectors of the itinerary.
- Included service: Entrance Fees Entrance fees to the sightseeing attractions listed in the itinerary are included unless otherwise stated under "Not Included.".
Not Included
- International airfare to and from the destination is not included.
- Excluded service: Visas & Travel Requirements • Entry visas for Turkey, Greece, or Egypt, if required according to the traveler's nationality..
- Meals and drinks are excluded unless they are specifically listed as included.
- Optional visits, activities and extra services outside the confirmed program are not included.
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and other service staff are not included.