Tour Overview
20-Day Turkey, Greece & Egypt Tour: Istanbul, Santorini & Cairo is planned as a 20 Days / 19 Nights journey linking Countries Covered. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Side, Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus, Cappadocia, Ortahisar Castle, Sobesos, Devrent Valley. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, 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
Arrive in Istanbul
The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. with the first key timing around 1:00.
The sightseeing portion is arranged to give the day a clear progression between its principal visits, with enough time for the scheduled stops before continuing to the next part of the 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.
Istanbul's Byzantine & Ottoman Highlights
The day follows the planned itinerary for Istanbul's Byzantine & Ottoman Highlights. 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 Tour & Flight to Cappadocia
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus, Side, Cappadocia.
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 Side 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 Kayseri forms part of the day’s travel 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.
Hidden Treasures of Cappadocia
The day follows the planned itinerary for Hidden Treasures 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.
Cappadocia Highlights & Flight to Istanbul
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. 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. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Fly to Athens, the Cradle of Western Civilization
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.
Ground transfers are arranged between the main stops shown in the day plan. A domestic flight to Athens forms part of the day’s travel plan. 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.
Athens City Tour & Acropolis
The day follows the planned itinerary for Athens City Tour & Acropolis. 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. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Ferry to Mykonos
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Mykonos.
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 Mykonos
The day follows the planned itinerary for Leisure Day on Mykonos. The main route is built around Mykonos.
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
The day follows the planned itinerary for Ferry to Santorini. 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.
Discover Santorini at Your Own Pace
The day follows the planned itinerary for Discover Santorini at Your Own Pace. The main route is built around Santorini.
Santorini adds dramatic caldera scenery, whitewashed settlements and Aegean views.
Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program.
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.
Fly 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.
Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara & the Great Sphinx
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Giza, Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx.
The Giza portion of the itinerary focuses on Egypt’s best-known pyramid complex and surrounding monuments. The program also allows time to experience Pyramids of Giza as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Great Sphinx as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits. 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 & Flight to Aswan
The day begins with arrival arrangements and the planned transfer. 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. At the end of the program, the route continues to the hotel according to the itinerary.
Philae Temple & Begin Your Nile Cruise
The day follows the planned itinerary for Philae Temple & Begin Your Nile Cruise. The main route is built around Side, Aswan, Nile.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Aswan as part of the day’s scheduled route. The program also allows time to experience Nile as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits. Lunch is scheduled where it is listed in the program.
Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
The day follows the planned itinerary for Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples. The main route is built around Side, Luxor, Nile, Edfu.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. Luxor brings together temples, royal tombs and some of Egypt’s richest archaeological sites. The program also allows time to experience Nile as part of the day’s scheduled route.
Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits.
Explore Karnak & Luxor Temples
The day follows the planned itinerary for Explore Karnak & Luxor Temples. 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.
Guided sightseeing is provided for the principal cultural and historical visits.
Valley of the Kings & Return to Cairo
After breakfast, the day continues with the scheduled program. The main route is built around Side, Cairo, Luxor, Valley of the Kings.
The program also allows time to experience Side as part of the day’s scheduled route. 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.
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. 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.
Departure from Cairo
The day follows the planned itinerary for Departure from Cairo. The main route is built around Cappadocia, Cairo, Giza, Pyramids of Giza.
Cappadocia is explored through its volcanic landscape, valleys and distinctive rock formations. Cairo combines major ancient landmarks with the scale and energy of Egypt’s capital. The Giza portion of the itinerary focuses on Egypt’s best-known pyramid complex and surrounding monuments.
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.
- 19 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.
- Ferry transportation is included on the sectors specifically listed in the program.
- Private airport and hotel transfers are included for the relevant sectors of the itinerary.
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.