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If Greece and Turkey have always been on your travel dream list, then this 15-day cruise that blends classical Greek civilization with Turkish European flair is a must-know.
On July 20th, take the Xinghan cruise ship "Discovery" to start a 15-day tour of the essence of the Greek archipelago + Turkish romance, a trip to deeply experience the Mediterranean culture, and take you to unlock a new travel experience.
As an in-depth cruise line focusing on the Greek region, Star Cruises has explored Greece for many years, mainly sailing between several small Greek islands, such as Santorini, Crete, Rhodes, etc., each with its own unique characteristics, beautiful beaches, rich history and rich culture. Each island will give you plenty of time to disembark and explore the charm of the Greek islands and experience the local customs.
In addition to in-depth tours in Greece, Star Cruises has also developed routes involving Turkey and other places in recent years, providing more options to explore the beauty and culture of different regions.
The "Essence of the Greek Islands + Turkish Romance 15 Days of Star Cruise Exploration", a direct flight from Shanghai, no need to transfer, is an exclusively designed route, from Greek classical civilization to Turkish European culture, and checks in 30 popular attractions in 15 popular cities at one time.
Let's take a look at the highlights of the trip.
Day 1: Meet at Shanghai Pudong Airport for direct flight to Istanbul
Day 2: Istanbul – Canakkale (Troy City) / Ayvalek
Day 3: Canakkale/Ayvalek – Kusadasi, Ephesus + Hirins
Day 4: Board the Aegean Cruises - Star Cruises Explorer
Day 5: Rhode Island
Day 6: Crete + Santorini
Day 7: Athens + Mykonos
Day 8: Disembark and visit Kusadasi + Pamukkale + Hierapolis Ancient City Ruins.
Day 9: Antalya + Kaleici
Day 10: Antalya, Koonya, Cappadocia, Mevlana Museum
Day 11: Cappadocia, free and easy in the afternoon, enjoy the scenery of the Anatolian hinterland
Day 12: Flight to Istanbul, Blue Mosque + Colosseum + Hagia Sophia + Topkapi Old Palace
Day 13: Istanbul, Balat Neighborhood + Dolmabahce Palace + Grand Bazaar + Bosburu Strait Cruise + Exterior Galata Tower
Day 14: Istanbul by flight back to Shanghai
Day 15: End of the perfect trip
Please note that the above itinerary highlights are for reference only, and the destination and itinerary may be adjusted according to the latest local conditions and other factors.
As you can see in the itinerary, we will visit the best of Turkey and Greece in 15 days, visiting historical and archaeological sites such as Akaro Illini in Santorini and Knossos Palace in Crete.
In addition, the Star Cruise Explorer will also arrange performances by authentic Greek musicians and singers, and you can also taste a variety of local Greek snacks in various restaurants and bars of the cruise, so that everyone can have a deeper understanding of Greece in an all-round way.
In the in-depth tour of Turkey, we will visit famous cities and attractions in turn, including Istanbul, Antalya, Troy, Konya, Kusadasi, Cappadocia, Ivosa, Ankara, Pamukkale and more.
The time and price of this route are very friendly, Chinese team leader, the price includes 3W+, including guide tips, visa fees, cruise service fees, cruise meals and drinks, cruise port shore sightseeing fees, etc.
At the same time, the departure time is very rare in the summer, take your children on an unprecedented cruise, from the mythological origin of ancient Greece to the ruins of ancient Rome, in-depth understanding of the rich history of the Mediterranean region, and feel the fusion of Eastern and Western cultures; Enjoy the sunset over the Aegean Sea in Santorini, enjoy the comfort of a hot spring in Pamukkale, and experience the magnificence of nature.
Finally, I would like to remind everyone that summer is the peak season for travel, so don't hesitate to make a decision as soon as possible! Be sure to settle your mind as soon as possible!