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Pearls of Greece Tour 4 Nights by Coach – Extra Excursions Included


  • Starting Point İstanbul
  • Start Date 08.02.2025
  • Tour Duration 5 nights 6 days
  • Outgoing Transportation Bus
  • Return Transportation Bus

Day 1

Tour Route
  • Istanbul
GREECE PEARLS TOUR ISTANBUL – IPSALA All Surrounding Tours and Extra Tours Included 4 Nights 6 Days Departure Points: ISTANBUL – IPSALA20:00 Kadıköy Marriage Bureau Parking Lot 20:30 Mecidiyeköy İstikbal Altunbaş Front 21:00 Incirli Ömür Plaza Front 21:45 Silivri Vega Avm Front 23:59 Tekirdağ Namık Kemal Rest Area After meeting our guests at the specified departure points in the tour program, we reach the Ipsala Border Gate by giving necessary breaks on the Tekirdağ – Malkara – Keşan – Ipsala route. After completing our exit procedures here, we cross the Meriç River and reach the Greek Kipi Border Gate. After completing our passport and customs procedures, we enter Greece.

Day 2

Tour Route
  • Yanya
  • İpsala
  • Meteora
IPSALA – METEORA - YANYA After entering Greece, we take a breakfast break on the way. After the break, we head to Meteora. Meteora is a sacred region that contains numerous monasteries. Orthodox priests built these monasteries in the early Christian period to retreat and get closer to God. These monasteries, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites, were built on massive rocks that emerged after the waters receded millions of years ago. At the time of construction, no access routes were available to the tops of these rocks, and the monks used to ascend to the monasteries by being pulled up with rope elevators. After the tour, we head to Yanya. Upon arriving in Yanya, we start our city tour. Yanya, the largest city in the Epirus region, is also known as the city of Tepedelenli Ali Pasha. We will visit places like the Aslanpaşa Mosque, Fethiye Mosque, Ali Pasha Tomb, Byzantine Museum, and the Ottoman Castle. After the city tour, we give free time. After free time, we proceed to our hotel in Yanya for overnight accommodation.

Day 3

Tour Route
  • Patras
  • Yanya
  • Parga
  • Preveza Lefkas
YANYA - PARGA – PREVEZA – NAFPAKTOS - PATRAS After having breakfast at the hotel, our first stop is the town of Parga, where the Grand Vizier of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, Pargalı Ibrahim Pasha, was born. We will take a panoramic city tour of Parga, which has maintained its Ottoman architecture. After the tour of Parga, we head to Preveza. Preveza is remembered for the naval battle between the Ottoman fleet led by Barbaros Hayrettin Pasha and the Crusader Army in 1538. We will visit its narrow streets and marina. Then, we continue to Nafpaktos (historically known as Lepanto), the site of the famous naval battle. After spending some free time in Nafpaktos, we move on to Patras, the third-largest city in Greece. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel for accommodation in Patras. Parga, Preveza, Nafpaktos Tours Included

Day 4

Tour Route
  • Athens
  • Patras
  • Nafplion
PATRAS – NAFPLION - ATHENS After breakfast at the hotel, we check out and depart for Nafplion, Greece's first capital after independence. According to legend, Nafplion was founded by Nafplios, son of the Sea God Poseidon and Argos Princess Danaos Amymone. During our city tour of Nafplion, we will visit the Bourtzi Castle, Greece's first parliament building, Three Admirals Square, and the colorful flowered houses. After the tour, we head to Athens. On the way, we stop at the Corinth Canal, a 6.5 km-long artificial canal that separates the northern land of Greece from the Peloponnese Peninsula. After visiting the Corinth Canal, we proceed to Athens. Upon arrival, we begin our Athens city tour. We will visit places such as the Agora, Temple of Zeus (Panoramic), the Parliament Building, Syntagma and Omonia Squares, the Presidential Palace, the Prime Minister's Residence, the Historic Olympic Stadium, Panepistimiou Boulevard, the National Library, and the Academy University. After the panoramic city tour, you will have free time for shopping and sightseeing. Afterward, we check into our hotel in Athens for overnight accommodation. Nafplion Tour Included Corinth Canal Tour Included

Day 5

Tour Route
  • Thessaloniki
  • Athens
ATHENS – THESSALONIKI After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city. Upon arrival, we will take a panoramic city tour, visiting the Seafront, White Tower, Round Tower, the Fair, Thessaloniki Castle, Seven Towers, Arch of Triumph, Rotunda, Bey Hammam, Hamza Bey Mosque, Aya Dimitros Church, the statue of Alexander the Great, and the Atatürk House. After the tour, we give free time to explore the city. In the evening, guests may optionally join the Taverna Tour (55 €), which includes a limited drinks dinner with surprises and shows. After the Taverna Tour, we return to the hotel. Overnight accommodation in Thessaloniki.

Day 6

Tour Route
  • Thessaloniki
  • Kavala
  • Istanbul
THESSALONIKI – KAVALA – PORTO LAGOS - ISTANBUL After breakfast at the hotel, we check out and head to Kavala, one of the most important centers of Western Thrace. Kavala, founded by migrants from the island of Thasos, was part of the Ottoman Empire from 1387 to 1912. Upon arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour, which includes the Old Town (Panagia), the Saint Nikolaos Church, and the Kavala Castle. After the tour, we proceed to Porto Lagos, where we will walk across a bridge over Lake Vistonida and visit the Agios Nikolaos Church. After a photo stop by the lake, we head to the Greek Kipi Border Gate. After completing passport and customs procedures, we shop at the free shop before proceeding to Ipsala Border Gate. After completing customs, we drive to Istanbul via Tekirdağ. After a meal break in Tekirdağ (with the opportunity to taste the famous Tekirdağ Meatballs), we continue our journey to Istanbul. Upon arrival, we drop our guests at the designated points in the tour program and conclude our tour. We hope to see you in our future tours! Porto Lagos Tour Included

Important Information

Note: The child category applies to ages 7-12. The tour circular published on 06.02.2025 is valid. Any subsequent tour circular published for the same tour will invalidate the previous one. Mandatory additional services are included in the price.

Participation Conditions

  • Intermediary and Responsibility: Gekas Tourism acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. Flight times may change, and all times must be confirmed 48 hours before the departure date. The landing city may alter the itinerary. For flight times, please contact our offices or sales representatives. Gekas Tourism is not responsible for any changes in flight schedules or delays caused by airline companies.
  • Flight Procedures: Passengers joining flight-based tours are personally responsible for their check-in and boarding procedures, which must be completed at the airline counters at the airport or online before the flight. Last-minute delays and gate changes are announced via audio announcements at airports and displayed on information boards. Passengers must follow these updates.
  • Tour Participation: Passengers who are not present at the airport at the times specified by Gekas Tourism, fail to complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or miss their flights are solely responsible for their inability to travel. Those who miss their flights must cover the cost of new round-trip flight tickets and local transfer expenses to join the tour.
  • Program and Meals: The scheduled tours may take place on different days due to compelling reasons. Included lunch and dinner may be provided at restaurants selected by the agency if deemed necessary or due to flight schedule changes. Panoramic city tours last approximately 2-3 hours to introduce the cities. City and extra tours may be arranged on different days without changing their content. Extra tour prices may vary depending on content and number of participants.
  • Tour Cancellation: Panoramic and other program tours may not be possible due to restrictions imposed by local authorities or closed roads. If tours become impossible due to weather conditions, Gekas Tourism is not responsible for their cancellation. In areas where roads are closed or vehicle entry is restricted, tours may be conducted using public transport or on foot.
  • Extra Tours: Tours specified as extra in the program may not take place if there is insufficient participation. Roadside extra tours will proceed even without full participation. Passengers who do not join will be directed to rest areas by the guide. Those who choose not to participate in roadside extra tours agree to wait at the designated rest stop and are considered part of the tour.
  • Personal Belongings: Passengers are responsible for their personal belongings, bags, and luggage. If lost, stolen, or forgotten items are found, the costs incurred in returning them to the owner or country of origin will be covered by the passenger.
  • Hotels and Accommodation: Gekas Tourism reserves the right to change hotel names. In triple rooms, additional beds may be provided, which can be foldable or sofa beds. Therefore, passengers booking triple or child accommodations acknowledge potential space limitations and bed types. Child prices listed are valid only when the child stays with two adults. Continental breakfast provided by hotels includes butter, jam or honey, bread, tea or coffee, and juice. Group breakfasts may be served in a separate hall.
  • Insurance and Health: Participants must carry their travel insurance during the tour. Passengers with health issues, pregnancy, or regular medication must carry relevant medical reports.
  • Other Notes: Tours may be combined with other agency tours. In such cases, Gekas Tourism remains responsible for its guests. During peak periods (fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc.), hotels may be located further away than specified. If such a situation arises, notification will be provided 15 days before departure. Participants under the age of 18 who are not accompanied by a parent or guardian must carry a notarized consent form during the trip.
  • Passport Validity: All passengers traveling abroad must ensure their passports were issued within the last 10 years. Additionally, the passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the travel end date. Passengers renewing their passports must provide updated details through the channel where they purchased the tour.
Cancellation and Refund Policy Before canceling your tour reservation, carefully review the terms specified in the contract, including any penalties.
  • Cancellation Rights: You may cancel your tour unconditionally up to 30 days before departure. Cancellations between 30-21 days incur a 50% penalty, while those made within 21 days are subject to a 100% penalty.
  • Insufficient Participation: If the tour does not meet the required number of participants, the agency may cancel it up to 20 days before departure. In this case, you will be notified. Cancellations made by you within 30 days are subject to Gekas Tourism’s contractual cancellation policies.
  • U.S. Tours: For tours involving domestic flights within the U.S., airline tickets may need to be purchased in advance, and these tickets are non-refundable. Cancellation penalties may apply even if requested more than 30 days before departure and should be verified.
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