Grand Tour of Ancient Türkiye & Luxury All-Inclusive Silversea Mediterranean Voyage

Your holiday begins as you fly from Australia to your destination.

Arriving in İstanbul, you’ll begin your unforgettable adventure with a three-night hotel stay. İstanbul promises a living mosaic of cultures, evident in its diverse neighbourhoods and culinary delights.

Savour a day at leisure to explore İstanbul at your own pace. With its rich cultural heritage, architectural marvels and vibrant markets, you’ll experience a captivating fusion of old-world charm and contemporary allure.

Today, your guide will whisk you on a fascinating tour. Visit the iconic Blue Mosque, wander Hippodrome Square, enjoy a photo stop at the magnificent Hagia Sophia and lose yourself in the colourful Grand Bazaar.

Today you’ll transfer to Türkiye’s cosmopolitan capital, where you’ll enjoy an overnight hotel stay.

Following a photo stop at Lake Tuz, Türkiye’s second-largest lake known for its stunning salt flats, you’ll then visit a Wine House for a sophisticated wine tasting before arriving in Cappadocia for a two-night hotel stay.

Join an optional early morning tour witnessing Cappadocia’s iconic sunrise punctuated with vibrant hot air balloons^. Explore the Three Beauties Pigeon Valley, Uçhisar Valley and Pasabag Valley before encountering the Avon Valley’s Red River, Türkiye’s largest river.

Today, you’ll visit Sultanhanı Caravanserai, a well-preserved example of architecture and head to Konya, a city rich in cultural heritage. Here, you’ll explore the Mevlana Museum, the final resting place of Rumi, a renowned Sushi mystic.

Next, you’ll transfer to Pamukkale meaning “Cotton Castle” in Turkish. Enjoy a tour of a local textile outlet and time at leisure ahead of tomorrow’s tour of region’s stunning white terraces filled with mineral-rich water.

Visit the UNESCO Ancient City of Hierapolis to explore the “Cotton Castle”, a geological marvel where thermal springs create a terrace of white baths. You’ll then transfer to Ephesus, one of the world’s best preserved ancient cities.

Relax on the beaches of Kuşadası or opt for an optional tour of the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Dine on delicious Mediterranean cuisine as you admire the panoramic vistas of the beckoning horizon and surrounding coastline.

Leaving Kuşadası behind, soar through skies on cable car to the Acropolis of Pergamon before reaching Çanakkale. Nestled on the Dardanelles Strait, it promises to be one of the highlights of your trip; here you’ll uncover the history of Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Your day begins with a photo stop at the Trojan Horse, before you’ll explore the serene Lone Pine Memorial with views of the 1915 front line and the historic Anza Cove landing site.

Today you’ll transfer to İstanbul before flying to Athens, where an overnight hotel stay awaits preparing you for the luxurious finale to your holiday: your luxury cruise.

Embark the groundbreaking Silver Nova for a sumptuous cruising experience with spacious, well-appointed suites and a personal butler service to cater to your every whim. Relax by the pool or indulge in delectable cuisine as you set sail for Italy.

Step into the enchanting embrace of Nafplion, Greece. Lose yourself in its labyrinthine streets, adorned with neoclassical architecture, and let history unfold before your eyes in this captivating seaside town of legends.

Milos or Melos is a volcanic Greek island in the Aegean Sea, just north of the Sea of Crete. Milos is the southwesternmost island in the Cyclades group. The Venus de Milo and the Asclepius of Milos were both found on the island, as were a Poseidon and an archaic Apollo now in Athens.

Step into the enchanting world of Heraklion, Crete. Immerse yourself in ancient history at the awe-inspiring Palace of Knossos, stroll along sun-kissed beaches, savour delicious Mediterranean cuisine, and discover the vibrant local culture.

Nestled by the azure waters of the Laconian Gulf, Gytheion boasts charming streets lined with colourful houses and traditional tavernas. Explore its ancient at the nearby ruins of the ancient city-state of Sparta or relax on sandy beaches.

Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.