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Blue
Water . Bright Islands
Istanbul
, Kalkan , Athens , Naxos ,
with a Private Villa
All in 14 Days . Perfect for you Honeymoon or Anniversary Tour
A Turkey and Greece Tour
What's
your preferred destination around the Aegean Sea? The Classic sites
beckon with the glories of empires past. Thriving bazaars exude the
mystery of the Orient. Hidden coves, sun, beaches and sails seduce you
to a legendary island removed from the everyday world. Which will you
choose ? Fortunately, you can do it all! On this 10-day adventure, Travel
in Style weaves the great travel adventures of Greece and Turkey into
a seamless classic of its own. You'll gaze in awe at the treasures of
Istanbul. You'll ascend to the Acropolis in Athens, and plumb the pleasures
of the Plaka. Then it's away from the madding crowds, to treasure three
full days in a hideaway in a one of a kind Turkish resort : Kalkan Patara
Prince resort and on the Greek isle of your dreams: Naxos or Paros ,
or Crete
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Compare with 11 day Ephesus
, or the 14 day edition
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DAY
1 - ISTANBUL ( or you may start in Athens if you
wish , and we reverse the order : visit Greece then Turkey : Arrive
on any day of your choosing, from April through Nov
Our local personnel will be on hand when you arrive at the international
airport, to escort you to your lodgings, where a fruit basket awaits.
You'll have time to rest up from your flight, and stretch your legs
as you make your initial discoveries of this capital of Byzantine emperors
and Ottoman sultans, where East and West have long clashed, met, and
blended.
Istanbul Ceylan -Intercontinental Hotel or similar
DAY
2 - ISTANBUL (BL)
We'll visit historic and modern Istanbul today. High points will include
the Hippodrome, the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, and the stunning
Blue Mosque. Then it's on to Aya Sophia, whose heritage as both a basilica
and emblem of Islamic architecture neatly sums up the strains that have
created modern Turkey. We'll fit in the fabled Topkapi palace, with
its formal gardens, salons of state and stately boudoirs of the sultan's
harem; as well as the Treasury, whose collection includes priceless
Chinese porcelain. At the Grand Bazaar, there will be occasion to assemble
your own treasure from over 5000 stands, kiosks, and shops, filled with
carpets, leatherwork, and treasures and trinkets from all points eastward.
DAY
3 - ISTANBUL (B)
Full day at leisure or join us for a complimentary walking tour of Istanbul
:
This morning, we'll stretch our legs as we take in the sights, sounds,
and aromas of Istanbul up-close. We'll start off with our guide to re-discover
the Belle Epoque, when Constantinople was the Paris of the East. From
the traditional Karaköy district, where overseas bankers and shipping
companies had their headquarters, we'll ascend via the Tünel-an antique
subway line-up to Istiklal Caddesi, a sedate nineteenth-century thoroughfare
lined with former embassies. We'll stop in at the tekke of the renowned
whirling dervishes. And in keeping with the traditional surroundings,
we'll be hosted to tea at the landmark Pera Palace Hotel. We'll continue
on foot, at least as far as Galatasaray Square, and lunch in the Çicek
Pasaji (Flower Passage); then it's on to busy Taksim Square to rendezvous
with our coach. We'll venture farther afield in the afternoon, to Yildiz
Palace Park and the Ihlamur Kasri, a refined little palace south of Yildiz,
and the Military History Museum in Harbiye, arriving in time for the strains
of Mehter, the traditional Ottoman military band.
DAY
4 - Istanbul / Dalaman / Kalkan Patara (B)
Breakfast at the hotel , afterwhich we escort you to the airport for
your flight to Dalaman Airport and the legendary Kalkan Patara Prince
resort , transfers are always in a private air-conditioned vehicle,
always with a private chauffeur. At the Patara Prince Resort your accommodaition
is - of course - a suite
The Admirality Suite or Jasmine Suite .
DAY
5 - Kalkan- Patara Prince Resort (B)
Breakfast is included daily at the hotel enjoy this best kept secret
Turkish paradise , Kalkan has not been yet discovered by group tours
and the 55 seats tour coaches , overlooking Kalkan Bay is the dream
come true Patara Prince exclusive resort .
DAY
6 - Kalkan- Patara Prince Resor (B)
Day at leisure , enjoy the resort facilities or venture out to explore
the surroundings .
DAY
7 - ISTANBUL , ATHENS (B)
After
breakfast, we'll call for you and escort you to the airport, where you'll
board your flight (Domestic air fare within Turkey and withing in Greece
as well as Istanbul/Athens are included in our rates , in economy class
), fly to Istanbul and on to Athens , where our representative assist
you through customs and immigration, and escort you to your hotel in
the bustling city center. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you
wish. Divani Palace Acropolis or similar .
DAY 8 - ATHENS- Private Tour (B)
Enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Greek capital, today we
have included a half day private tour of Syntagma Square, and the towering
Acropolis.
DAY 9 - ATHENS , Naxos (B)
We'll call for you and see you to the airport for your flight over the
blue Aegean to Santorini , where our local rep. will be waiting for
you to assist with the transfer to board the ferry to Naxos (Air fare
and ferry tickets are always included, , upon arrival in Naxos , once
again your private chauffeureed vehicle will be waiting for you , and
off to your hotel where you'll find a the honeymmon of family suite
waiting at Villa
Marandi
, ideally situated on a quiet sandy beach, overlooking
the sparkling Aegean Sea and only a short distance from the main town,
Hora. Villa Marandi, created with true respect for the traditional Cycladic
Architecture, offers true Greek hospitality in a friendly atmosphere.
Enjoy the elegant luxury of spacious suites and apartments, fully furnished
with our own personal touch.
The
large private verandas, decorated with pergolas and traditional stone
walls, offer unique breathtaking views of the Aegean and the Port and
Hora across the water.
Located
within a natural, serene setting, in harmony with the local area , our
beautiful gardens are full of local succulents. Sweet smelling flowers
of vibrant colors together with shrubs such as Bouganvilla adorn the
walls and secret corners of the hotel.
DAY 10 - Naxos
(B)
Enjoy breakfast at your lovely hotel and linger for as long as you wish
or explore the island on your own.
Day
11 - Naxos (B)
Another day of Mediterranean fantasy.
While in Naxos, you should definitely take a stroll around the tangled
paved streets, where you can admire the white houses with the colorful
doors and windows, with the flowerpots and the people with their smiling
faces.
DAY 12 - Naxos
(B) and DAY
13 - Naxos (B)
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel , stay put or maybe venture out .
The
calmness that surrounds everything will surely relax you and offer you
special moments of tranquility and peace, unforgettable images of a
wonderful, rich land .
DAY
14 - DEPARTURE- Santorini and Athens (B)
We'll rendezvous in time to take you to your fast ferry/hydrofoil for
Santorini ( 1 hour 20 minutes), where our local rep. will asisst with
your transfer to the airport in Santorini to fly back to Athens.
Bon
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RATE
in US $, per person in double occupancy
Based on the Admiraliaty or Jasmine suites at the Kalkan Patara Resort
in Turkey
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Deluxe : $ 7250.00
Per person
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Children
: 2-10 Years of age : 25 % discount on the double rate
RATE
in US $, per person in double occupancy
Based on a double room at the Kalkan Patara Resort
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Deluxe : $ 5910.00
Per
person
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Children
: 2-10 Years of age : 25 % discount on the double rate
Based
on one of these
four categories of rooms at Club Patara Kalkan :
- PRINCE ROOM with partial seaview
- SUPERIOR ROOM- with more partial seaview
- DELUXE with full seaview
- Executive Terrace Room
Price
includes:
- Air
transportation within Turkey , Greece and between Turkey &
Greece , in economy class, with tax included.
- Transportation
between airport and hotels in Greece , always on a private basis ,
- Private
Guided sightseeing as indicated in Istanbul and ATHENS, including
entrance fees .
- preset
menu meals as indicated , please check each day for the code : "B"
for breakfast, " L" for lunch and dinner as indicated "D",
etc .
- Accommodations
with breakfast (B) as indicated
below, or at comparable properties, according to availability:
- Athens:
Divani Palace Acropolis : 5 Stars Moderate . For upgrade to
King George Hotel , Gran Bretagne . St. George Lycabettus Hotel (
Acropolis view room) , or similar: please add $ 400 per person in
double to the deluxe rates
- Istanbul
:
Hyatt, Hilton or Ceylan Intercontinental
or similar
Not
Included:
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International air transportation. Ask us about the special air fare.
- Trip
Cancellation insurance
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Optional excursions, such as tours on Santorini, sailing, cruising
Any meal not specifically mentioned, beverages, and personal expenses
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Gratuities for local personnel
What
other say about our service in Greece :
"
Omar -
We had a perfect vacation in Greece!
Dinner our first night at the rooftop restaurant of the Titania overlooking
the Acropolis as the sun set and the lights came on!
Santorini was magical - though we enjoyed the sunsets from Fira instead
of Oia. We did rent an ATV and got to Red Beach and Oia on day trips.
The ferry to Crete made half the boat sick - but not us!
The Movenpick in Crete was really beautiful - a luxurious place to rest
after a long week.
We were upgraded to executive suites by both the Titania and the Athens
airport Sofitel, you should know. They took good care of us!
We loved the Ouzo, the shopping, the sunsets, the beaches, the colors
of the sea and sky, the friendly waiters, the people at the Tzekos Villas,
the shop owners - we loved Greece!
We WILL return someday, especially to Santorini!
And contacting you via the Internet to arrange it was the perfect way
to set it up.
Let us know if we owe you money - the hotels said everything was pre-paid
though we charged a few things, like bottled water, to our rooms.
Thank you again, Omar, for everything! I've already referred a couple
of other people to you. You do a fine job!
Gratefully,
Jodi and Stan ""
NAXOS
ISLAND
An ideal island for relaxed vacations, Naxos combines the characteristic
colors of Cyclades islands with the perfect climate and the beautiful
natural elements.
On
this island you can meet the tallest mountain of the Cyclades islands
but you will also come across many welcoming fertile valleys.
One
thing that will impress you and that will surely remain in your memories,
is the open and welcoming spirits of the locals, their hospitality and
their peaceful temperament.
You
will feel welcomed anywhere you go and for a few days you will be a
part of a particular community of warm traditional people, that constitute
the greatest beauties in Naxos.
Naxos is a perfect choice for a vacation, especially for those who love
touring and exploring. Plenty are the sights that will dazzle you, as
they have done for centuries to residents and visitors alike. The most
important being a marble gate, next to the remains of the unfinished
ancient temple of Apollo.
Portara
proudly stands on the edge of a narrow promontory, also known as the
Baths of Ariadne, which is the first to welcome you when you reach Naxos.
In Naxos, the port and the capital of the island, you will also find
one of the most beautiful and imposing Venetian castles, the town's
most romantic location, where you can enjoy the majestic sunset, with
the view of Paros in the background.
You
can also visit the dozens of small white churches, the monasteries,
the monuments, and the other medieval castles that have remained from
the various civilizations that flourished on the island.
Each year more and more tourists visit Naxos to spend a few days in
a rich and versatile natural environment, in the middle of the Aegean.
Naxos is famous for its vast, sandy beaches with the clean waters.
You
can find these wonderful, golden summer areas mainly on the west coasts
of the island, in villages such as Ayiassos, Pyrgaki, Aliko, Agia Anna
and in Naxos (Hora), the capital. Other beautiful seaside resorts can
be found in Panormos, Psili Amos, Pachia Amos, Moutsouna, Lionas and
Apollon.
In
these villages, tourism is developed so you will easily find many hotels
and apartments for your accommodation and also restaurants and clubs
that will pack your nights with excitement and fun.
You
can also explore the surrounding bays with a yacht, and if you love
sports you should definitely take advantage of all the wonderful clear
waters and water ski, wind surf or sailing. Nearly every beach is offered
also for fishing.
Food
is a big part of the daily procedures in Naxos, so you will get the
chance to find out about the traditional Greek cuisine, anywhere you
go. There are taverns and restaurants, right on the beach or hidden
in paved alleys, that will provide you with the local favors or dishes
from the international cuisine. And if you desire to experience the
intense side of this calm island, visit one of the clubs and crowded
discos and feel the special nightly rhythms of Naxos.
Kalkan
Patara Prince Resort :
On the hills of the Taurus mountains the melting snow combined with
rich minerals stream down the hills, heading towards the cleanest and
most unspoiled ancient bay in Turkey, Kalkan, in which nestles the unique
Patara Prince Resort.
With 30
years of architectural experience behind me, my childhood passions for
the sea and nature are reflected in this immortal achievement. I am
so proud of its unique landscape and translucent, clear sea water. Millennium
Patara is a heritage that I am leaving to our children and grand children
as a Mediterranean Classic
Mr. Turhan
Kâso
Architect, Ms / Designer
The fact that Kalkan has not yet been discovered by hordes of package
tourists gives it a sort of exclusivity. Opposite Kalkan in the picturesque
bay, Club Patara and Patara Prince offer added exclusivity of a different
kind.
When the complex was built eight years ago it attracted architectural
interest worldwide - and no wonder. As you enter, you immediately notice
the extensive use of the local stone and design sympathetic to the shape
of the land sometimes going so far as to build around natural rock features.
In
addition some design echoes local antiquities, the most ambitious of
which is a replica of the first century AD Roman triumphal arch that
stands in Patara itself some kilometres down the road to the west.
Club
Patara is ambitiously styled on a Roman town. Walking through the stone
arches to the marble- floored Agora built around a fountain is like
stepping back in time, but the strange mix of traditional Turkish, reproduction
Roman and openly modern works surprisingly, well and belies Club Patara's
actual modernity, giving the place a feel as old as the rocks themselves.
But
it's not only a case of good looks. Club Patara have got the luxury
element so perfectly sown up that representatives of the tourist trade
flock from all over the world, anxious to see how it's done.
This
was the vision of one of Turkey's top architects, who sought to combine
aesthetic value with practicality. The design is attractive, but throughout
it makes the most of the hillside setting, providing little nooks of
cool shade and spreading platforms on which to toast yourself in the
sun.
The
platforms are scattered along the water's edge, close to where the scheduled
water taxi to Kalkan shuttles back and forth. Here also is the watersports
center, which includes a diving school.
In
addition there are facilities for water skiing, banana rides, windsurfing,
fishing and sailing. Also close to the jetties - but discreetly away
- from the hotels and villas - is the Apollonia night club, where, if
you have not exhausted yourself with the day's activities, you can dance
and drink till the small hours.
There
are four swimming pools within Club Patara. The indoor pool and jacuzzi
forms part of the fitness center, which also has a gymnasium, sauna,
Turkish bath and massage facility.
The
larger outdoor pool is for the whole family, the circular outdoor pool
with its splendid cascading waterfall feature, is for adults only. The
fourth pool situated near the tennis courts and features a skimming
water slide. There is also a supervised club for children aged between
four and ten years, to help channel that youthful activity which even
Mediterranean sun cannot sap. Meanwhile the grown ups get on with some
serious peace and quiet.
Close
to the swimming pools are the main a la carte restaurant and the Patara
bar, while around the Agora are the Agora Bar and restaurant, as well
as the Bezirgan Turkish Restaurant.
For
truly fine Turkish dining, the a la carte restaurant provides a wonderful
open air section close to the water's edge beneath a charming thatched
roof. Seafood is the barbecue speciality here.
The
Bezirgan is the al fresco restaurant serving international and Turkish
cuisine from a tempting open buffet.
If
you have a taste for pizza and pasta the Italian restaurant offers an
excellent selection. You can dine on the Agora or inside in a air-conditioned
comfort.
At
lunchtimes there is also a poolside barbecue serving delicious charcoal-grilled
hamburgers and hot dogs, while in the evening you can enjoy live music
in the piano bar close to the adult swimming pool.
With
a bakery on site, you can choose from a selection of delicious frech
loaves, roll and croisants served at breakfast.
The
Patara Prince is a truly remarkable place, a holiday destination in
its own right, more a town than a hotel, a community which gives you
the freedom to socialise or to shut yourself away.
Designed by office of
Turhan
Kâso
Designer
/ Dipl. Ing. Arch
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