Day 1-2 ATHENS - CANADA
Overnight flight to Istanbul.

Day 2-3 ARRIVE ISTANBUL (2 NIGHTS)
Transfer to your hotel on arrival. Meet later with your Travel Director and travelling companions for a Welcome Reception.(Welcome Reception)

Day 3-4 ISTANBUL SIGHTSEEING
Visit the impressive Topkapi Palace, one of the greatest palaces of the Ottoman period, which has a superb position overlooking the Bosphorus. Explore the magnificent St. Sophia’s Basilica built by Constantine the Great. After lunch, discover the wonders of the Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets and beautiful blue Iznik tiles. Finally, tour the Byzantine Hippodrome, where chariot racing and other sporting events were held.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 4-5 ISTANBUL - GALLIPOLI - CANAKKALE
In Gallipoli, see the Lone Pine Cemetery and the battlefields, including Anzac Cove and Chunuk Bair, where some of the fiercest fighting took place during World War I.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 5-6 CANAKKALE - TROY - PERGAMON - IZMIR
Explore the legendary city of Troy, immortalised by Homer in the stories of King Priamus, Hector, Paris and the beautiful Helen. Admire the archaeological excavations revealing nine separate periods of settlement, plus the symbolic replica wooden Trojan horse commemorating the epic war machine constructed in the 13th century BC. Visit the Asclepion Medical Centre at the ancient kingdom of Pergamon. Dine tonight at your hotel.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6-7 IZMIR - EPHESUS - VIRGIN MARY'S HOUSE - PAMUKKALE
Your fascinating walking tour of the ancient city of Ephesus includes the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Hadrian guarded by Medusa’s head, and the Great Theatre, which was built by the Romans between 41 and 117 AD and is still in use today. Later, relax and enjoy the blissful thermal pools at your hotel in Pamukkale!(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 7-8 PAMUKKALE - HIERAPOLIS - BURSA
Visit the ancient ruins of Hierapolis at Pamukkale, which is also famous for white ‘Cotton Castles’ formed by limestone-laden thermal springs. Finish your day in the city of Bursa.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 8-9 BURSA - ISTANBUL
Wander through the old silk market and visit the Green Ottoman Complex. Continue to Istanbul and spend time haggling for souvenirs in the vast, bustling Grand Bazaar! Join your fellow travellers this evening for a Farewell Dinner to mark the end of your holiday.(Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

Day 9-10 EMBARK IN THE AFTERNOON
Spend the day exploring more sights in the fascinating city of Istanbul.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 10-11 ISTANBUL - AT SEA
This afternoon, sail towards the Greek Islands.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 11-12 AT SEA - IZMIR
Relax on board and enjoy the ship’s facilities. Arrive at Izmir with time to take an excursion to ancient Ephesus.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 12-13 PATMOS - MYKONOS
Arrive early in Patmos with plenty of time for an excursion to the fortified Monastery of St. John. Sail to Mykonos with time to explore this picturesque island.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 13-14 RHODES
In Rhodes, discover the medieval Old Town and ancient temples at Lindos.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 14-15 HERAKLION - SANTORINI
Explore Heraklion on the island of Crete. Later, cruise to the spectacular volcanic island of Santorini, arriving late afternoon.(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 15-16 DISEMBARKATION - ATHENS
Disembark at Piraeus and transfer to your hotel for the next two nights in Athens.(Breakfast)

Day 16-17 ATHENS SIGHTSEEING
Your sightseeing includes a walking tour of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Spend the afternoon as you wish.(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 17-18 DEPART ATHENS
Say goodbye to your newfound friends and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.(Buffet Breakfast)

Duration - 17 days

Prices are updated frequently and are subject to change. Please call 1866 940 0214 for most up to date pricing.

Tour Departure Dates	Pricing
Fri May 18 2012 to Sun Jun 03 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 18 2012 to Sun Jun 03 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 18 2012 to Sun Jun 03 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 18 2012 to Sun Jun 03 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 25 2012 to Sun Jun 10 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 25 2012 to Sun Jun 10 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 25 2012 to Sun Jun 10 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri May 25 2012 to Sun Jun 10 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 01 2012 to Sun Jun 17 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 01 2012 to Sun Jun 17 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 01 2012 to Sun Jun 17 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 01 2012 to Sun Jun 17 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 08 2012 to Sun Jun 24 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 08 2012 to Sun Jun 24 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 08 2012 to Sun Jun 24 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 08 2012 to Sun Jun 24 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 15 2012 to Sun Jul 01 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 15 2012 to Sun Jul 01 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 15 2012 to Sun Jul 01 2012	$3065** per Adult
Fri Jun 15 2012 to Sun Jul 01 2012	$3065** per Adult

** Taxes and fees included. Airfare not included.