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11 Night Istanbul Icons and Aegean Artifacts Tour and Land Tour

From Athens (Port of Piraeus) to Istanbul

Star Legend

Windstar Cruises

Cruise #: 14119551
Departs: Sun, Apr 25, 2027
Returns: Thu, May 6, 2027

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Itinerary Summary

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Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Apr 25, 2027

Day
1

Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece
Depart: 17:00:00

Monday - Apr 26, 2027

Day
2

Cruising the Corinth Canal, Greece
Arrive: 08:00:00
Depart: 10:00:00

Itea, Greece
Arrive: 15:00:00
Depart: 21:00:00

Tuesday - Apr 27, 2027

Day
3

At Sea

Wednesday - Apr 28, 2027

Day
4

Santorini, Greece
Arrive: 08:00:00
Depart: 21:00:00

Thursday - Apr 29, 2027

Day
5

Bodrum, Turkey
Arrive: 08:00:00
Depart: 22:00:00

Friday - Apr 30, 2027

Day
6

Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
Arrive: 09:00:00
Depart: 23:00:00

Saturday - May 1, 2027

Day
7

Mykonos, Greece
Arrive: 08:00:00
Depart: 17:00:00

Sunday - May 2, 2027

Day
8

Myrina, Greece
Arrive: 07:00:00
Depart: 12:00:00

Monday - May 3, 2027

Day
9

Istanbul, Turkey
Arrive: 07:00:00

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Day 9 - Monday - May 3, 2027

Day
9

Istanbul, Turkey

Following disembarkation, meet your guide at the port and depart to the old city for a full day of sightseeing starting with a scenic drive across the Galata Bridge into the heart of Istanbul, where the historic area of Istanbul is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the newly restored Theodosius Cistern, one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture. Visit the site of the former Byzantine Hippodrome, one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire. See the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Constantine Column. View the Blue Mosque, with its six elegant minarets and exceptional Iznik tile work inside. Visit one of the greatest buildings in the world: Ayasofya Mosque, built in AD 537, the greatest church in Christendom until 1453. Lunch is on your own, possibly at the recommended Konyali Restaurant. Following lunch, enter the magnificent Topkapi Palace Museum, located on the promontory between the Bosporus and the Golden Horn. Steps away, visit the Harem Section offering a revealing look into how the sultans of the Ottoman Empire lived in private. At the end of the day, you will be transferred to the hotel. Dinner is suggested at Mikla Restaurant (in walking distance). (Includes overnight at Pera Palace Hotel. Please note: Modest attire is required; when visiting Ayasofya Mosque, knees, shoulders, and midriffs must be covered and women must cover their head with a scarf, provided at the mosque. Shoes must be removed and shoe bags will be provided for the visit. There is ongoing restoration of the Topkapi Palace, which may result in some exhibits being closed. There are approximately 25 steps to negotiate at the entrance to the Theodosius Cistern and a further 25 steps to exit. Professional photography and flash photography are not allowed. All tours in the old town require considerable walking, as it is closed to traffic.) ...
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Tuesday - May 4, 2027

Day
10

Istanbul, Turkey

After breakfast, meet your professional guide at the lobby for your private sightseeing. Visit the beautiful Dolmabahce Palace. Stretching over 1,960 feet on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait, the palace stands as a symbol of glamour and decadence. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the Palace, considered the grandest of all the Ottoman imperial palaces, boasting 43 large salons, a 4.5-ton Bohemian crystal chandelier, and a glass facade that measures over 3,000 feet long. Drive to visit the Suleymaniye Mosque, situated atop one of the city's seven hills. Among its innovative construction features were the use of Juniper trees to absorb the shock of earthquakes and 255 pots to provide better acoustics. Return to the hotel for lunch and some time on your own. In the late afternoon, meet your guide in the lobby for a short drive to the Kabatas Pier to embark your motor yacht. This relaxing tour features a 2-hour motor yacht cruise along the Bosphorus waterway, with excellent views of the Asiatic and European shores. Enjoy views of the Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, and the few remaining towers of the Anadolu Fortress. Passing underneath the Sultan Mehmet Bridge, find Rumeli Fortress. Istanbul has one of the loveliest skylines in the world and is without doubt a city built to be appreciated from the water. A refreshment of coffee, tea, or local soft drink and local wine will be served during your cruise. At the end of the cruise, transfer to Sunset Restaurant where dinner is suggested, and return to your hotel. (Includes breakfast and overnight at Pera Palace Hotel. Please note: Modest attire is required; when visiting the Suleymaniye Mosque, knees, shoulders, and midriffs must be covered and women must cover their head with a scarf, provided at the mosque. Professional photography and flash photography are not allowed. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a shawl or light jacket. Not suitable for guests using a wheelchair.) ...
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Wednesday - May 5, 2027

Day
11

Istanbul, Turkey

After breakfast, meet your professional guide in the lobby for your private full-day sightseeing. Visit the famous Grand Bazaar, where you will explore some of its 64 streets. A variety of Turkish handicrafts, oriental carpets, rare jewels, and inexpensive souvenirs are all sold in its small shops. You may also enjoy an optional private carpet-weaving session. Lunch will be served at Hamdi Restaurant. After lunch, visit the Rustem Pasha Mosque, a beautiful newly restored mosque where most of the interior is covered with Iznik tiles. Visit the Spice Bazaar, an exotic trading house for dried herbs, spices, and exotic condiments. You can also find colorful local produce, fresh cheeses, pickles, and other Turkish specialties such as sucuk (chorizo-like sausage) and pastirma (cured beef). Stock up on saffron, Turkish apricots, and freshly made Turkish delight. Dinner is suggested at Agatha Restaurant or Orient Terrace in your hotel. (Includes breakfast, lunch, and Overnight at the Pera Palace Hotel. Please note: Modest attire is required; when visiting the Rustem Pasha Mosque, knees, shoulders, and midriffs must be covered and women must cover their head with a scarf, provided at the mosque. Professional photography and flash photography are not allowed.) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - May 6, 2027

Day
12

Istanbul, Turkey

Breakfast at the hotel and then (according to your flight time) you will be transferred to the Istanbul Grand Airport for your homebound flight. Please note: VIP departure service can be arranged upon request.

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