Multi-country tours

Greece & Turkey

Istanbul's Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, then a short flight to Athens and on to Santorini: two countries, two seas.

Trip at a glance

Duration9 days / 8 nights
Starts inIstanbul
RouteIstanbul · Athens · Santorini
Places3 destinations
CountryGreece
Ideal forMulti-country tours
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-4AP6MN

Best time to visit: April to June and September to November

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Topkapı Palace – Istanbul

Trip overview

Istanbul's Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, then a short flight to Athens and on to Santorini: two countries, two seas.

The route spends 3 nights in Istanbul, 2 nights in Athens and 3 nights in Santorini, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits multi-country tours, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Hagia SophiaBlue MosqueTopkapı PalaceAcropolis and ParthenonAcropolis MuseumPlakaOia sunsetFiraCaldera boat cruise

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Istanbul

Arrive via Istanbul Airport (IST) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Topkapı Palace: Ottoman palace

Day 2Istanbul: Grand Bazaar and Bosphorus cruise

Grand Bazaar: One of the largest covered markets
Bosphorus cruise: Between two continents

Day 3Istanbul: Bosphorus cruise and Hagia Sophia

Bosphorus cruise
Hagia Sophia: Byzantine wonder

Day 4Istanbul to Athens

Fly from Istanbul to Athens and cross into Greece (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Athens hotel
Ancient Agora: Ancient marketplace

Day 5Athens: Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion and Acropolis and Parthenon

Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion: Sunset temple
Acropolis and Parthenon: Ancient citadel

Day 6Athens to Santorini

Ferry from Athens to Santorini (sailing times vary by season and are confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Santorini hotel
Caldera boat cruise: Volcano and hot springs

Day 7Santorini: Caldera-view dinner and Oia sunset

Caldera-view dinner
Oia sunset: The island's famous sunset

Day 8Santorini: Fira and Red Beach

Fira: Capital on the caldera edge
Red Beach: Volcanic beach

Day 9Depart from Santorini

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Santorini Airport (JTR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Visa applications sequenced for each country
Short flights or trains between countries chosen to save time
Currency and SIM tips for each country

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Istanbul: Visit mosques outside prayer times and dress modestly.
Athens: Visit the Acropolis at opening time in summer.
Santorini: Stay in Imerovigli for caldera views with fewer crowds than Oia.

At a glance

Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Route: Istanbul, Athens, Santorini
Ideal for: Multi-country tours
Best time: April to June and September to November; April to June and September to October; May to June and September to October
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-4AP6MN

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 8 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Istanbul: April to June and September to November. Athens: April to June and September to October. Santorini: May to June and September to October.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Istanbul (Istanbul Airport (IST)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.