Tour Glistening Wonders Of The Aegean With Turkey & The Balkans (

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Experiences in 29 destinations APT’s Freedom of Choice Inclusions in three locations

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Locally inspired dining – a total of 75 meals A wide range of onboard beverages on board cruise

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Expert APT Tour and Cruise Directors

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Transfers, porterage, port charges and gratuities

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Istanbul, Pera Palace Hotel or similar Two Nights, Argos in Cappadocia or similar Ramada Plaza Konya or similar Richmond Pamukkale Thermal Hotel or similar Two Nights, Istanbul, Pera Palace Hotel or similar Nine Nights, Le Bougainville InterContinental Athenaeum Athens or similar Kalambaka, Divani Meteora Hotel or similar Makedonia Palace Hotel Thessaloniki or similar Two Nights, Ohrid, Hotel Metropol or similar Two Nights, Stonebridge Hotel Skopje or similar Two Nights, Niš, New City Hotel or similar Two Nights, Hotel Zlatibor Mona or similar Two Nights, Belgrade, Hilton Hotel or similar

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Istanbul

Arrive in Turkey’s Istanbul, where you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. The evening will be yours at leisure to explore or take the chance to relax and unwind.
Day 2 Day 2: Istanbul, Cappadocia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Istanbul, Cappadocia

Be transferred to the airport for your included flight to Cappadocia, home to 36 underground cities. After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the troglodyte caves of Kaymakli Underground City, which were excavated in Hittite times, but did not open for tourism until 1964. Afterwards, visiting Pigeon Valley to see some of the pigeon houses for which the valley is named. Later dine at a local restaurant for dinner.
Day 3 Day 3: Cappadocia, Göreme
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Cappadocia, Göreme

Set off this morning for a guided exploration of the Göreme Open Air Museum and discover its rock-hewn churches. Continue to the Pasabag Monks Valley, known for its mushroom shaped rocks. After lunch, see the local way of life with a visit to Avanos, where handmade pottery can be found. Afterwards, call in to see the unique shaped pillars of the Love Valley. The evening is yours at leisure.
Day 4 Day 4: Cappadocia, Konya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Cappadocia, Konya

On the way to Konya, call in at the Sultan Han, a 13th-century Seljuk Turkish caravanserai on the Silk Road. Afterwards, visit Galata Mevlevi House, the museum devoted to the Whirling Dervishes, a Sufi religious order that first appeared in the 12th century. Later arrive at your hotel in time for dinner.
Day 5 Day 5: Konya, Pamukkale
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Konya, Pamukkale

Gaze out to the beautiful landscapes of Lake Eğirdir while travelling to Pamukkale (meaning Cotton Castle) and Hierapolis (meaning Holy City). After lunch, explore the natural springs found within the region’s white calcium terraces, which have been used as a spa since the 2nd century BC. Later, arrive at your hotel in time for dinner.
Day 6 Day 6: Pamukkale, Izmir, Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Pamukkale, Izmir, Istanbul

Explore the ruins of Aphrodisias, the ancient temple dedicated to Aphrodite, the love goddess. You will then transfer to Izmir Airport for your included flight back to Istanbul.
Day 7 Day 7: Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Istanbul

Visit the Blue Mosque, aptly named due to the colour of the tiles that surround its interior. You will also wander through St Sophia Museum and head to the underground Basilica Cistern. After lunch explore the Grand Bazaar.
Day 8 Day 8: Istanbul, Embark Ship
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Istanbul, Embark Ship

Choose you inclusion today. Later, board your small ship.
Day 9 Day 9: Çanakkale
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Çanakkale

You’ll have a choice of which ancient city you wish to explore – Troy or Assos.
Day 10 Day 10: Lesbos
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Lesbos

Spend the day in Mytilene, the capital of Lesbos. Admire the 19th-century mansions and the Byzantine castle of this port. This evening, we have arranged something special for you.
Day 11 Day 11: Dikili, Pergamon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Dikili, Pergamon

Disembark your ship in Dikili and travel to ancient Pergamon to explore its incredible Acropolis, including its Pergamon Altar, Temple of Athena and Gymnasium.
Day 12 Day 12: Kuşadası, Ephesus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Kuşadası, Ephesus

From the port of Kuşadası, drive to the ancient city of Ephesus today. One of the best preserved classical cities of the Eastern Mediterranean, Ephesus is a stunning, partially excavated site, complete with iconic wonders and impressive architecture. Broad streets are lined with impressive buildings including the Library of Celsus.
Day 13 Day 13: Symi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Symi

On the edge of the Aegean you will find the island of Symi, your next port of call. With a more sophisticated ambience than other islands and retaining its historic architecture, you will feel a sense of old world glamour. A local guide will show you around the town today. From the first sight of Gialos Harbour, you will fall in love with the pastel-coloured houses that line the shores. Almost a century ago, this special place was under Italian rule, who introduced the neoclassical architecture that Symi has adopted ever since. Later, take some time to explore on your own.
Day 14 Day 14: Rethymno
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Rethymno

Arrive in Crete, the largest of the Greek Islands. Here, select your inclusion.
Day 15 Day 15: Paros, Naxos
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Paros, Naxos

Today is all about island discoveries. From the bustling ports to fishing villages, Paros does not disappoint. See the traditional whitewashed houses of Nausa, before delving into Parikia’s fourth-century Byzantine complex. Continue to Naxos and explore the old villa houses of Halki. Later in Apiranthos, discover the village’s unadorned stone houses and marble-paved streets.
Day 16 Day 16: Milos
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Milos

Disembark your ship in Adamas situated on the volcanic isle of Milos. Here, you will be able to choose the sightseeing that takes your fancy.
Day 17 Day 17: Disembark Ship, Athens
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Disembark Ship, Athens

Disembark your ship for the final time and enjoy a tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel situated high above the city. Here, see the incredible Parthenon, Propylaia, Erechtheion and the Temple of Athena Nike. Continue to the New Acropolis Museum and view its magnificent galleries, including the Gallery of the Slopes, which houses finds from the ancient sanctuaries that were founded on the slopes of the Acropolis.
Day 18 Day 18: Athens, Kalambaka
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Athens, Kalambaka

From Athens, continue to continue to Kalambaka. Enjoy dinner at your hotel this evening.
Day 19 Day 19: Kalambaka, Thessaloniki
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Kalambaka, Thessaloniki

Experience Kalambaka’s incredible rock formations at the Monasteries of Meteora. Originally formed by monks in the 14th century, they have now become a preservation ark for the 2000-year-old Christian Orthodox creed. Afterwards, arrive in Thessaloniki for the evening.
Day 20 Day 20: Thessaloniki, Bitolj, Ohrid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Thessaloniki, Bitolj, Ohrid

Enjoy a tour of Thessaloniki, including the Museum of Byzantine Culture. Here, wander the 11 rooms that depict life in Byzantium and gain insight into ancient architecture and art. It’s then time to sample Tsipouro – the local Greek brandy during lunch. Depart Greece for North Macedonia this afternoon stopping in at the town of town of Bitolj on route to Ohrid.
Day 21 Day 21: Ohrid
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Ohrid

Spend a full day discovering Ohrid. From traditional cobblestone streets with taverns and restaurants, to incredible architecture, Ohrid is a sure to leave you spellbound.
Day 22 Day 22: Ohrid, Mavrovo National Park, Skopje
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Ohrid, Mavrovo National Park, Skopje

See Mavrovo National Park on the way to Skopje, with views of impressive forests and the highest mountain peaks in North Macedonia.
Day 23 Day 23: Skopje
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: Skopje

Get to know Skopje, Mother Teresa’s birthplace. The city has a distinct old-world charm evident in places such as the Čaršija, Stone Bridge, Tvrdina Kale Fortress and Old Bazaar.
Day 24 Day 24: Skopje, Niš
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 24: Skopje, Niš

Depart Skopje for Niš in Southern Serbia. On the way, stop at Djavola Varos – meaning Devil’s Town. A nominee for the New Seven Wonders of Nature, it is made up of 202 unique ’earth pyramids’, towering up to 15 metres high.
Day 25 Day 25: Niš
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 25: Niš

Explore Felix Romuliana, an archaeological World Heritage-listed site. It was an imperial palace built on the orders of Galerius Maximianus. Then it’s time for your Signature Experience.
Day 26 Day 26: Niš, Vrnjačka Banja, Zlatibor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 26: Niš, Vrnjačka Banja, Zlatibor

From Niš visit the health resort town of Vrnjacka Banja, a favourite for European aristocracy due to its seven mineral springs. After a sightseeing discovery, head to Zlatibor.
Day 27 Day 27: Zlatibor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 27: Zlatibor

Embark on a ride aboard the Šargan Eight Railroad, a heritage narrow-gauge railway. Learn about this engineering accomplishment, originally built by Austro-Hungarian forces during World War I. Continue to the traditional village of Drvengrad for lunch, where filmmaker Emir Kusturica made his film, Life is a Miracle. Afterwards, spend the afternoon in Tara National Park. Here, you will see some of Serbia’s most stunning scenery. Forested slopes, breathtaking ravines, crystal-clear waters and the dramatic Drina River canyon, the third largest of its kind in the world.
Day 28 Day 28: Zlatibor, Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 28: Zlatibor, Belgrade

Venture to Belgrade today, on the way, stop in a winery that has been family-owned for generations.
Day 29 Day 29: Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 29: Belgrade

See Belgrade on a walking discovery, including the Bohemian Quarter. Stroll down the curved street of Skadarlija, dotted with taverns, art galleries and antique shops. You’ll also visit the burial place of Josip Broz Tito, Belgrade Fortress, Kalemegdan Park and the Church of Saint Sava, one of the largest in the world.
Day 30 Day 30: Depart Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 30: Depart Belgrade

After breakfast, be transferred to the airport.

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Itinerary of your trip Glistening Wonders Of The Aegean With Turkey & The Balkans (

Day 1: Arrive Istanbul

Day 2: Istanbul, Cappadocia

Day 3: Cappadocia, Göreme

Day 4: Cappadocia, Konya

Day 5: Konya, Pamukkale

Day 6: Pamukkale, Izmir, Istanbul

Day 7: Istanbul

Day 8: Istanbul, Embark Ship

Day 9: Çanakkale

Day 10: Lesbos

Day 11: Dikili, Pergamon

Day 12: Kuşadası, Ephesus

Day 13: Symi

Day 14: Rethymno

Day 15: Paros, Naxos

Day 16: Milos

Day 17: Disembark Ship, Athens

Day 18: Athens, Kalambaka

Day 19: Kalambaka, Thessaloniki

Day 20: Thessaloniki, Bitolj, Ohrid

Day 21: Ohrid

Day 22: Ohrid, Mavrovo National Park, Skopje

Day 23: Skopje

Day 24: Skopje, Niš

Day 25: Niš

Day 26: Niš, Vrnjačka Banja, Zlatibor

Day 27: Zlatibor

Day 28: Zlatibor, Belgrade

Day 29: Belgrade

Day 30: Depart Belgrade

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