The Best of Greece & Turkey

This G Adventures small-group tour covers a path through Greece and Turkey, beginning in Athens with its famous Acropolis and Parthenon, where one can notice how the white marble still seems to carry the heat of thousands of summers. From there, the itinerary leads to Nafplio, whose cobblestone streets echo with footsteps from centuries past. The route includes a visit to the battlefields of Gallipoli in Turkey, a place marked deeply by history, and a chance to wander the ethereal white terraces of Pamukkale.

Ancient sites continue with stops at Delphi, Ephesus and Troy, each layered with stories and stone columns that invite quiet contemplation. Istanbul's city walking tours offer a contrast of the Byzantine and Ottoman legacy — from the Blue Mosque to the bustling Spice Bazaar. The tour operates with a maximum group size of 16, mixing guided walks, internal flights and local transport, offering a measured pace for appreciating both the landmarks and the cultures encountered.

Accommodation is in hotels throughout. The tour includes cooking classes in Athens and visits to local initiatives, bridging historical insight with present-day experiences, making for a thoughtful exploration rather than a checklist of sights.