Türkei 13 Tage Die Highlights von Nord-Griechenland und Türkei Erlebnisrundreise Adventure-Trip in internationaler Gruppe

Journey through the legends of Greece and Turkey on this unforgettable 13-day adventure where history, culture, and jaw-dropping landscapes collide. Step onto ancient battlegrounds at Thermopylae, savour a meze tasting on a cultural stroll through Volos, and stand before the Royal Tomb of King Phillip in Vergina. Then, cross into Turkey to wander the ruins of Troy and Ephesus, descend into the hidden world of Kaymakli’s underground city, and soak in the otherworldly beauty of Cappadocia. From mythic tales to mouthwatering flavours, this trip promises a full camera roll, a happy heart, and stories you’ll be telling for years to come.

• Besuche eine von Frauen geführte landwirtschaftliche Kooperative in Vizitsa und lerne ihre Traditionen kennen

• Erkunde den atemberaubenden Nationalpark im Schatten des Olymp

• Spaziere durch uralte Städte und entdecke die Ruinen von Ephesos und Troja

• Sieh die surrealen Landschaften von Kappadokien

Reiseverlauf:

ACHTUNG wichtige Infos zur Rundreise

Späteste Anreise bis: 06:00 Uhr
Früheste Abreise ab: 00:01 Uhr

1. Tag Athens / Vólos

Depart Athens in the morning for the drive to Volos, with a quick stop in Thermopylae on the way for a short visit. Once in Volos, set off on an orientation walk with your CEO, followed by some free time to settle into the hotel and relax. In the evening, meet up with a local guide and head out on a cultural walk to see some of the city’s highlights, stopping at 2 different local taverns along the way for small plates of food called ‚meze,‘ truly a local and delicious experience that will serve as a light dinner. (A)

Event: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)
Transport: Athens – Thermopylae (2.5h)
Event: Thermopylae and Information Center Visit (0.75h)
Transport: Thermopylae – Vólos (1.5h)
Event: Orientation Walk Volos (1.0h)
Event: Cultural Walk and Tavern Visits with Meze Plates (2.0h)
Unterkunft: Magnes Hotel Volos

2. Tag Vólos

Head out from Volos today on a day of exploration and cultural immersion, hopping village-to-village. Explore Milies and take a short hike to a cave, stop by a women’s co-op in Vizitsa then visit the town of Pinakates and have beach time at Kato Gatzea before returning to Volos in the evening. Each stop provides a unique glance into the daily life in this beautiful corner of the world. (F)

Transport: Vólos – Miliés (0.75h)
Event: Milies Visit (2.0h)
Event: Vizitsa Visit (1.5h)
Event: Pinakates Visit (0.5h)
Event: Kato Gatzea Visit (2.5h)
Transport: Káto Gatzéa – Vólos (0.5h)
Unterkunft: Magnes Hotel Volos

3. Tag Vólos / Thessaloníki

Drive north from Volos, stopping at Mount Olympus National Park for a short walk near the mountain that was home to the gods in Greek mythology. Continue to the Polycentric Museum of Aigai to tour the tombs and see the archaeological artifacts before carrying to Thessaloniki. Join your CEO for an orientation walk and enjoy a free evening. (F)

Transport: Vólos – Mount Olympus (2.0h)
Event: Mt Olympus National Park (2.0h)
Transport: Mount Olympus – Vergína (1.5h)
Event: Polycentric Museum of Aigai (1.5h)
Transport: Vergína – Thessaloníki (1.0h)
Event: Orientation Walk Thessaloniki (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Queen Olga Hotel

4. Tag Thessaloníki

Take advantage of a free day to explore Thessaloniki. Discover historic landmarks like the Roman Forum, visit museums or take a walking food tour, sampling dishes like Greek ‚meze‘ and other regional specialties. In the evening, head out for an optional dinner at one of your CEO’s favourite local spots. (F)

Freizeit: Thessaloníki
Unterkunft: Queen Olga Hotel

Optionale Ausflüge:
Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki (**)
Nea Paralia (**)

5. Tag Thessaloníki / Kavala

Wave goodbye to Thessaloniki this morning and drive to the city of Kavala. Settle in and orient yourself with a CEO-led orientation walk of the old town with the option to walk up to the castle for great views of the city and of the sea. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free to continue exploring or to relax. (F)

Transport: Thessaloníki – Kavala (2.0h)
Event: Orientation Walk Kavala (1.0h)
Freizeit: Kavala
Unterkunft: Nefeli Hotel Kavala

6. Tag Kavala / Istanbul

Depart Kavala in the morning and drive east to the city of Alexandropoli. Take a short walk with the CEO to explore the area and have some time for lunch before continuing on to the Turkish border and onwards to Istanbul, arriving in the evening. (F)

Transport: Kavala – Alexandroúpoli (2.0h)
Event: Alexandroupoli Walk (0.5h)
Transport: Alexandroúpoli – Istanbul (4.5h)
Unterkunft: Eurostar Old City Hotel & Spa

7. Tag Istanbul / Çanakkale

Travel east from Istanbul to the Gallipoli Peninsula for a guided tour of the area including ANZAC Cove, the war cemeteries, and Lone Pine. In the afternoon, continue on to the harbour town of Çanakkale. (F)

Transport: Istanbul – Gallipoli Peninsula (4.0h)
Event: Führung durch die Schlachtfelder von Gallipoli (2.5h)
Transport: Gallipoli Peninsula – Çanakkale (0.33h)
Unterkunft: Grand Anzac Hotel Canakkale

8. Tag Çanakkale / Selçuk

Set off from Çanakkale and visit the ancient city of Troy. Continue travelling south to the town of Selçuk for the night. (F)

Transport: Çanakkale – Troy (4.75h)
Event: Führung durch Troja (1.0h)
Transport: Troy – Selçuk (0.25h)
Unterkunft: Ephesus Nobel Hotel

9. Tag Selçuk / Izmir

Explore Ephesus this morning as well as the Temple of Artemis, one of the ancient seven wonders of the world. Back in Selçuk, take part in a demonstration of how to prepare pide, a traditional Turkish flatbread, then devour the delicious results for lunch. In the afternoon transfer to the city of Izmir for an orientation walk of the old Kemeralti bazaar then board an overnight train bound for Cappadocia. (F) (M)

Event: Führung durch Ephesus (2.0h)
Event: Pide Demonstration and Lunch (1.0h)
Transport: Selçuk – Izmir (1.0h)
Event: Orientation Walk of Kemeralti Old Bazaar (1.0h)
Transport: Izmir – Konya (13.0h)

10. Tag Konya / Cappadocia

Disembark the train in Konya and grab some breakfast at a nearby restaurant. Visit the Mevlana Museum before continuing by private vehicle to the Cappadocia region and check into the hotel. Sip a cup of tea or coffee while taking in the sunset from a nearby viewpoint before heading out for an optional dinner with the group in the evening. (F)

Event: Mevlânâ-Museum (0.5h)
Transport: Konya – Cappadocia (3.0h)
Unterkunft: Ciner Hotel Cappadocia

11. Tag Cappadocia

Set out on a full day of exploration of the Cappadocia area, starting with a hike through the iconic „fairy chimneys.“ Stop at various scenic viewpoints for photos on the way to the massive subterranean complex of the Kaymakli underground city before some free time in the afternoon for individual exploration or to relax at the hotel. In the evening, gain insight into the local cultural traditions by sharing a meal with a local family. (F) (A)

Event: Hike Through the Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia (1.5h)
Event: Kaymakli Underground City (1.5h)
Freizeit: Cappadocia
Event: Abendessen bei einer einheimischen Familie
Unterkunft: Ciner Hotel Cappadocia

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besuch eines Töpferzentrums (**)
Teppichvorführung (**)
Balloonfahrt in Kappadokien (**)
Turkish Bath (**)

12. Tag Cappadocia / Istanbul

After an early breakfast, transfer to the airport to catch the flight back to Istanbul. Enjoy the rest of the day free for individual exploration of the historic and vibrant city, grab some street food or relax at a cafe before an optional final dinner with the group. (F)

Transport: Cappadocia – Istanbul (1.25h)
Unterkunft: Eurostar Old City Hotel & Spa

Optionale Ausflüge:
Besuch im Topkapi-Palast (**)
Archäologisches Museum (**)
Dolmabahçe-Palast (**)
Galataturm (**)
Cisterna Basilica (**)
Besichtigung der Aya Sofya (**)

13. Tag Istanbul

Depart at any time. (F)

Event: Tag der Abreise (Aktivitäten)

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(**) organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Ort gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück,M=Mittagessen,A=Abendessen)

Leistungen:

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Cultural Walk and Tavern Visits with Meze Plates, Vólos
Dein Foodie-Moment: Pide Demonstration and Lunch, Selçuk
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Abendessen bei einer einheimischen Familie, Çavusin. Visit Thermopylae Battleground Site and Information Centre. Volos Orientation Walk. Full-day village-hopping tour from Vilos. Hike to centaur cave from Milies, Visit a women’s coop in Vizitsa. Visit Pinakates, Agios Georgios and beach time at Kato Gatzea. Walk in Mount Olympus National Park. Polycentric Museum of Aigai. Thessaloniki Orientation Walk. Walking exploration of Kavala’s old town. Alexandroupoli orientation walk. Istanbul evening orientation walk. Gallipoli battlefields entrance and guided visit. Troy entrance and guided visit. Ephesus entrance and visit. Orientation walk in the old Kemeralti bazaar in Izmir. Tour the Mevlana Museum. Tea at sunset from a viewpoint over Cappadocia. Hike through the „fairy chimneys“ of Cappadocia. Kaymakli underground city exploration. Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Unterbringung: Hotels (12 N).
Transport: Privatfahrzeug, Fähre, Zug, Flugzeug, zu Fuß.
Mahlzeiten: 12 Frühstück, 1 Mittagessen, 2 Abendessen

Aufpreis für Einzelzimmer – nur wenn explizit gewünscht:
Ansonsten wird das Zimmer mit einem gleichgeschlechtlichem Zimmerpartner geteilt

09.05.2027 -12.11.2028 EUR 569

Gruppengröße: Max 16, avg 12.