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Today take overnight flight to Ankara Turkey, arrive the next day.

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Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and check-in.

<Dinner> Western Cuisine, 3 courses at hotel

<Hotel>Crowne Plaza Hotel or similar

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Ankara City Tour:
★Museum of Anatolian have many priceless collections from Mesopotamian, Hitti Mesopotamian, Hittite Empire, Greek, Roman and Byzantine era
★Mausoleum of Ataturk, which serves as a tribute to the founder of modern Turkey. You will see ★Ataturk’s tomb and museum.
◎Later, depart for Cappadocia via Tuz Golu— One of the largest hypersaline lakes in the world.
This evening, enjoy wonderful★ Turkish folk music and belly dance.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Yunak Evleri or similar

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Early morning you can take hot air balloon tour at your own expense (about USD300 per person), watch sunrise and rock formations.
◎We will explore Mushroom Valley, Camel Rock, Uchisar Castle, and Hunting Valley
★Goreme open air museum: Medieval orthodox Christian monks carved the cave from volcanic stone and decorated with elaborate Byzantine frescoes.
★Kaymakli Underground City, where people of Kaymakli built their living spaces, kitchen, storage rooms, cellars, stables etc. under the hill thousands of years ago. Cappadocia is an area in central. Turkey known for its unique moon-like landscape.
Later, a brief stop at ★Turkish carpet studio

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Yunak Evleri or similar

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This morning, we will drive through hilly region to Konya (the old capital of Turkey, birthplace of Whirling Dervishes dance) via ◎Sultanhani Caravansarai.  After lunch, visit ★Mevlana Museum and ★Alaeddin Mosque.  

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Bayir Diamond Hotel & Convention Center or similar

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After breakfast, depart for Aspendos, an ancient Greco-Roman city in Antalya province. we will tour:
◎Aqueduct, a unique 19 km-long Roman aqueduct built in the 2nd century AD, transport water from Two springs of the hills to the city
★Roman Theater was built in the 2nd century and one of the best-preserved ancient theaters of the Greco-Roman world. In the 13th century, the stage building was converted to a palace by the Seljuks. Nowadays, the theater is the main venue for opera and ballet performances in spring and summer.
Continue to Duden Falls, we will take ★Boat ride cruising Duden Fall, enjoy a different scenery of the Tour.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Akra Barut Hotel or similar

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After breakfast, depart for ★Pamukkale, also known as “Cotton Castle”. It is a natural terrace made of travertine deposited by water from hot springs.
to ★Hieropolis was founded as a thermal spa in the 2nd century BC. There are plenty of ancient ruins.
to explore, the Byzantine gates, theater, temples, and a large cemetery with elaborate tomb monuments
Tonight, relax with a thermal bath at the hotel (Don’t forget your swimsuit).

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Doga Thermal Hotel or similar

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After breakfast, to ★Ephesus, famous for its spectacular temples, library, and amphitheater. Later, we Will tour ◎Artemis Temple, a Greek temple dedicated to goddess Artemis and one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The temple was destroyed, only foundations and sculptural fragments remain on the site today. Then, a brief stop for a ★leather show. Tonight, we will stay overnight in Izmir.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Wyndham Grand Hotel Izmir or similar

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After breakfast, to ★Troy, explore mythical site of homer’s Iliad, Helen and the giant Trojan horse.  Later depart for Canakkale and overnight here (Canakkale is popular town with limited hotel accommodations, if not available, we will overnight in Ayvalik).

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Buffet at hotel

<Hotel> Kolin Hotel or similar

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After breakfast, travel by coach crossing ◎1915 Canakkale Bridge to Istanbul. Then to

Istanbul City Tour:
◎Roman underground cistern with interesting weeping column
★Dolmabahce Palace
★ Take Bosphorus cruise for panoramic view of castles, grand palaces and villas. After returning from cruise, to ★ Grand Bazaar for shopping spree (It is the largest covered market in Turkey with over 3000 stores).

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Chinese Cuisine (8 dishes and 1 soup)

<Hotel> Corwne Plaza Istanbul Old City or similar

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Istanbul City Tour:
★Topkapi Palace served as the residence of Ottoman sultans between 15th-19th century
★Imperial Treasury is a vast collection of artworks and jewelry. The most eye-catching jewel is the Spoon maker’s Diamond, set in silver and surrounded in two ranks with 49 cut diamonds.
★St. Sophia church is the grandest red dome structure of Byzantine art, now is a museum
★Blue Mosque, an Ottoman architecture built in the 17th century. Hand-painted blue tiles adorn. Its interior walls. The Mosque is bathed in blue as lights frame the five main domes, six minarets.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Lunch> Local Cuisine

<Dinner> Italian Cuisine

<Hotelgt; Corwne Plaza Istanbul Old City or similar

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Today, we will travel to Thessaloniki, the second largest city and an important seaport in Greece, also a major transportation hub for Greece and southeastern Europe. Thessaloniki was founded in 315 BC by Cassander of Macedon. The city preserves many architectures from Byzantine, Ottoman period.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Western Cuisine at hotel (based on the arrival time of the flight)

<Hotel>Egnatia Palace Hotel & Spa or similar

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Thessaloniki was the second largest city of the Byzantine Empire. There are about 15 historical monuments are declared UNESCO World Heritage Site.  City tour will follow: ◎The Old Wall, ◎The Arch of Galerius, ◎The Hagia Sophia of Thessaloniki & ◎The White Tower.  Continuing to Meteora, located at the northwestern edge of the Plain of Thessaly near the Pineios river and Pindus Mountains. Metora in Greece means “Suspended in the air”. The rock formation was formed through million years of river erosion and weathering. Twenty-four monasteries were established atop the giant natural pillars and hill-like rounded boulders that dominate the local area.  The Meteora complex was enlisted to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. We will visit two major monasteries ★The great Meteoron and ★St. Stephen Monastery. 

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Chef-recommendation cuisine at hotel

<Hotel> Divani Meteora Hotel or similar

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After breakfast, depart for Delphi. According to the Greek mythology, the god Zeus, launched two eagles from two ends of the world, and the eagles, starting simultaneously and flying at equal speed, crossed their paths above the area of Delphi. Therefore, Zeus placed the stone in here, And Delphi has been considered by Greeks to be the center of the world “navel of the Earth”. Upon arrival, city tour will follow:
★Temple of Apollo is a 60-meters long and 25-meters wide sanctuary, built in the 7th century B.C.E. The Temples were dedicated to one of the major Greek deities, Apollo, It was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
★Delphi Archaeological Museum contains cultural relics from five different periods. The collection of the museum includes Hellenistic & Roman objects such as statues and sculptures, marble coffins.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Chef-recommendation cuisine at hotel

<Hotel> Amali Delphi Hotel or similar

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After breakfast, depart for Zakynthos, a Greek island in the Lonian Sea, about 20 km west of the Greek mainland. Zakynthos is a tourist destination, widely known for its beautiful turquoise waters, beaches, rocky cliffs, lush pine, and olive tree landscape. The island was also prominently featured in the Korean drama “Descendants of the Sun”, leading to a surge of interest among Chinese and Korean tourists.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Mediterranean style cuisine

<Hotel> Strada Marina or similar

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★A boat tour will start after breakfast. The Navagio Beach also known as the Shipwreck Beach. In 1981 The MV Panagiotis, ran aground in the waters on Navagio Beach during stormy weather. Some rumor’s claim the ship was smuggling contraband.
Blue Caves are on the northern part of the island and cut into cliffs around Cape Skinari. They are most famous for deep azure color which is most striking in the morning when the light is at its brightest.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner>  Greek cuisine

<Hotel>  Airotel Achaia Beach or similar

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After breakfast, depart for ◎Corinth. The Corinth Canal separates the Golf of Corinth from the Saronic Gulf.
The Canal was completed in 1893, it shortens the travel distance between Aegean Sea Island and to the Ionian islands and Italy. This area primarily produces small wheat, barley, and grapes and winery. Shortly after, depart for Athens and city tour will follow:
◎Syntagma Square, ◎The Olympic Stadium, ◎ the Temple of Olympian Zeus, ◎The Academy of Athens, ◎University of Athens, and the ◎National Library of Greece.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Chinese Cuisine (8 dishes & 1 soup)

<Hotel> Athens Marriott or similar

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After breakfast, city tour will follow:
★Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel located on a rocky hill above the city of Athens. It contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historical significance. The most famous one is the Parthenon.
★The National Archaeological Museum contains the richest collection of Greek Antiquity artifacts In the world. The building has undergone many expansions and reopened in 2004. Continuing to Plaka is located between Syntagma and Monastiraki square, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Athens. Wander through the narrow cobblestone alleys, you will find shops selling jewelry, clothes, leather, all kinks of souvenirs, and even medieval churches.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> at GB Rooftop Garden Restaurant or Michlin one-star Restaurant

<Hotel> Athens Marriott or similar

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After breakfast, depart for ◎Mykonos by air, the island with bright sunshine, sandy beaches, blue ocean, lazy holiday atmosphere, attracting tourists from all over the world. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and check-in.  Afternoon is free for you to explore this wonderful town.  Mykonos also features vibrant nightlife with many pubs, disco, coffee shops, and restaurants.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Local Cuisine (Seafood Menu)

<Hotel>Adonis Hotel or similar

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Today, transfer to port and aboard ferry to Santorini. The lively colors of the white Cycladic houses and blue painted windows contrast stunningly black volcanic rock rising from the sea.
◎Fira is located on the top edge of the Caldera, offering breathtaking views to the Aegean Sea. There are many things you can do, simply walk around the town, enjoy local dishes, a drink or coffee while gazing at the remarkable beauty of this island.
◎To Oia, perched on the north-western side of the island, known as an artist paradise, stroll between the alleys and enjoy stunning sunset view.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Local Cuisine (Octopus Menu)

<Hotel> Santorini Palace or similar

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This morning at leisure, you can explore Santorini at your own pace. Afternoon, transfer to airport

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel

<Dinner> Local Cuisine

<Hotel> Athens Marriott or similar

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Transfer to airport for flight to the US and ends this unforgettable journey.

<Breakfast> Buffet at hotel (based on departure flight

★ Entrance Fee and Transportation Included ◎Photo-Stop