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Welcome to the World of Vinaayak Holidays. Arrive at Athens.
Today, meet at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (T2) to check-in 3 hours prior to departure to Athens. On arrival proceed to your hotel and checkin. Day is free to explore Athens on your own.Overnight at hotel in Athens. (D) |
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Athens City Tour.
After breakfast, proceed on a half-day tour to Athens. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896. Continue and pass by the Presidential residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, the Parthenon. Later, return back to your hotel. Overnight at hotel in Athens. (B, L, D) |
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Argolis Tour
After breakfast, proceed on a full day tour to Argolis. Leave by the coastal road along the Saronic Gulf to the Corinth Canal, which connects the Aegean Sea with the Ionian Sea. Drive to Mycenae, the Homeric city of Atreides, the city rich in gold of the ancient poets. Visit the Lions Gate, the Cyclopean Walls, and the Royal Tombs e.t.c. Depart for Nauplion through the fertile plain of Argolis, the picturesque town nestling at the foot of a cliff crowned by the mighty ramparts of the Palamidi Fortress, leave for Epidauros, to visit the Theatre (4th century B.C.) famous for its astonishing acoustics. Return to Athens by the National road connecting Epidauros with Corinth. Later, return back to your hotel.Overnight at hotel in Athens. (B, L, D) |
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Three Island Cruise
After breakfast, proceed from Athens to Piraeus for your embarkation to the cruise boat. At 08:30 departure to Hydra where we arrive at 11:45. Here you have free time for a walk or a swim. At 13:30 embarkation and sail for Aegina past through Poros and seashore of Peloponnesus. The lunch will be served during the voyage. At 15:30 we arrive at Aegina where you have time for a swim. At 18:00 embarkation for the voyage of return to the port. Arrival to Piraeus late in the afternoon. Later, drive back to your hotel.Overnight at hotel in Athens. (B, L, D) |
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Arrive Turkey. Onto Cappadocia
After breakfast, proceed to the airport to board your flight to Cappadocia. On arrival proceed to your hotel and checkin. Day is free to explore Cappadocia on your own.Overnight at hotel in Cappadocia. (B, L, D) |
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Cappadocia City Tour.
After breakfast, depart for the Cappadocia tour, visit the valleys where animal-like natural formations like camels and fair chimneys are abundant. Drive on to Pasabagi in Zelve area where monks used to live in seclusion in rock cut rooms. Proceed to the pottery town of Avanos where Kizilirmak (Hallys), the longest river of Turkey, meanders leaving the red clay on its banks that has been the raw material of pottery for centuries. In the afternoon visit to Open Air Museum in Goreme to visit to the early Christian churches decorated with unique frescoes depicting various scenes from the Bible. Stop by Pigeon Valley near Uchisar. Shopping time for the well-known merits of the area. Overnight at hotel in Cappadocia. (B, L, D) |
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Arrive Istanbul. Enjoy Bosphorus Cruise
After breakfast, proceed to the airport to board your flight to Istanbul. On arrival in Istanbul, proceed to board the cruise to start an unforgettable excursion between two continents, Europe and Asia. The cruise takes you along the Bosphorus, past the European style palaces of the Ottomans, Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi. Visit the Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from on continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Also visit the Camlica Hill, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view. Later, return back to your hotel.Overnight at hotel in Istanbul. (B, L, D) |
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Istanbul City Tour.
After breakfast, proceed on a full day tour of Istanbul. Visit Hippodrome - The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm 2. Next, visit the Blue Mosque one of the largest mosques in Istanbul with blue tiles and 6 minarets. Next, visit Topkapi Palace the former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Later, visit the Grand Bazaar famous for its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. Also visit the Galata Tower, Golden Horn and Leanders Tower.Overnight at hotel in Istanbul. (B, L, D) |
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Return back home with Wonderful memories.
After breakfast, checkout, time is free until we transfer you to the airport to board your return flight back home. Arrive home with wonderful memories of your vacation with “Vinaayak Holidays”. (B, L) |
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WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS
GREECE
Athens: City Tour of Athens with Acropolis, Argolis Tour, Three Island Tour
TURKEY
Cappadocia: City Tour of Cappadocia, Istanbul: Bosphorus Cruise, City Tour of Istanbul
ACCOMMODATION
• 04 nights at hotel in Athens
• 02 nights at hotel in Cappadocia
• 02 nights at hotel in Istanbul
MEALS
• Daily buffet breakfast (Day 2 to Day 9)
• Daily Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non - Vegetarian lunches (Day 2 to Day 9)
• Daily Indian Jain / Vegetarian / Non Vegetarian dinners (Day 1 to Day 8)
TRANSFERS
• All transfers and extensive excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by deluxe air conditioned coach
• Return Internal Air Tickets Istanbul to Cappadocia
AIRFARE, VISAS AND TAXES
• Return economy class group airfare as per the itinerary
• Cost of ticket taxes
• Cost of Turkey and Schengen Visas
• All local taxes as of 01st June 2014
• Tips of any nature, i.e., drivers, guides, tour managers, etc.
TOUR MANAGER
Services of a professional and experienced Tour Manager throughout your tour in Greece & Turkey
WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Rs. 10,000, cost of deviation, in case you want to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure and Fare Difference.
• Cost of Basic Travel Quota (BTQ) equivalent to USD 10,000.
• No Porterage included.
• Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure. Prices quoted are as 1 USD = INR 60. The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate changes substantially prior to the departure of your tour. USD card rate on day of final payment will be applicable. Tour Cost will be accepted only in INR.
• Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, pay TV, mini¬bar, telephone calls, etc.
• Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides other than that mentioned in “What your Tour Price Includes”.
• Tips of any nature, i.e., drivers, guides, tour managers, etc.
• Government Service Tax 3.09 % on entire invoice amount.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
• On confirmation we would request you to please send us an initial non-refundable, interest free deposit amount of Rs. 60,000/- per person.
• All cheques / demand drafts to be drawn in favour of Vinaayak Holidays.
• Balance payments need to be made 30 days prior to your departure date.
• We shall try our best to confirm the same hotel that we have based our quotation upon. However the same would be subject to availability at the time of confirming your booking. We shall however ensure that we confirm a hotel of similar category.
POINTS TO BE NOTED
• Passengers will have to travel to / from the hub city at their own expense.
• We reserve the right to amend, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed advisable or necessary.
• For the convenience of our passengers, we will sometimes amend the itinerary, however all the other services will remain the same.
• Checkin time at hotel is 14:00 hrs and Checkout time is 11:00 hrs.
• The airfare is based on the fare structure existing as on June 01, 2014. Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in the fuel price, change in government regulations, taxes etc. charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers.
• Please refer to the booking form for detailed ‘Terms and Conditions’.
Important: The dates and granting of Visa is at the sole discretion of the concerned consulate. Vinaayak Holidays is not responsible for granting of visa and is only a facilitator in the visa application process.
TOUR COST – CLASSICAL GREECE & TURKEY
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Per Person on Twin Share
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Per child without be
(Below 12 Years)
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Per child with bed (Below 12 Years)
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Ex-Mumbai
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INR 90,000 + USD 1300
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INR 73,000 + USD 700
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INR 73,000 + USD 900
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Single Room Supplement: USD 400
Triple Room Reduction: INR 1000
Note:
• In case of a triple room, the 3rd person in the room will get a rollaway bed. The room size may be the same as the double room
• A person below 12 years is considered a child
OVERSEAS MEDICAL INSURANCE
It is extremely important to possess an overseas medical insurance policy before you travel on your tour.
DEPARTURE DATES:
September: 12, 26
October: 03, 17
Cancellation Charges Per Person Amount Payable
60 days prior to departure 10% of the total tour cost
45 days prior to departure 25% of the total tour cost
30 days prior to departure 50% of the total tour cost
29-15 days prior to departure 75% of the total tour cost
14-8 days prior to departure 80% of the total tour cost
7 days or less prior to departure or NO SHOW 100% of the total tour cost
DISCOUNT:
ADULT : INR 10,000
CHILD : INR 5,000
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