Combined journeys

Istanbul, Athens and Cairo in 11 Days

A route proposal we can shape around your trip

Explore the istanbul, athens and cairo in 11 days route proposal with its detailed visit sequence. Confirm transport, guiding and services with Colorido.

Duration
11-day route proposal
Travel format
Multi-country journey
Guiding language
English · German · Spanish · French · Italian

Choose your tour language when requesting your proposal. We will coordinate the dates and the appropriate guide.

We operate in Turkey. Available extensions: Egypt, Jordan and the Greek islands, only as part of a tour of Turkey.

Your journey at a glance

Colorido Tours operates in Turkey. International sections are offered only as extensions of a Turkey itinerary, not as standalone programmes. The written proposal identifies the extension arrangements, connections and responsibilities outside Turkey.

Explore Istanbul, Athens and Cairo on a 11-day journey. The visits bring together Basilica Cistern, Bosphorus cruise, Athens Acropolis and Djoser's Step Pyramid.

Air connections are planned on days 5 and 8 and coordinated with the ground visits. Free time on days 1, 4, 5 and 7 allows time to rest or explore independently. Confirm flights and transfers before booking separate connections.

Route sequence

  1. Istanbul
  2. Athens
  3. Cairo

What makes this route special

  • Basilica Cistern
  • Bosphorus cruise
  • Athens Acropolis
  • Djoser's Step Pyramid
  • Egyptian Museum, galleries to confirm
  • Roman Hippodrome
  • Galata Tower exterior
  • Panathenaic Stadium

The complete programme

Explore the visits, regional moves and free time along this route.

The proposed journey

Tell us your dates, group size and preferred pace to personalise istanbul, athens and cairo in 11 days. The confirmed proposal will identify the visits and services arranged for you.

Detailed proposed itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul

On arrival, the proposed airport meeting is followed by a transfer and check-in. Any free time depends on when the flight arrives.

The stated free period is time for independent exploration or rest. Additional activities are separate choices.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2: Istanbul

Follow the proposed visit sequence through Basilica Cistern; Roman Hippodrome; Blue Mosque; Hagia Sophia exterior; Topkapı Palace; Topkapı Harem; Grand Bazaar.

The proposed meeting is outside the Basilica Cistern before starting the walk. Hotel pickup is not assumed for this meeting-point format.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast, lunch. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3: Istanbul

Follow the proposed visit sequence through Bosphorus cruise; Galata Tower exterior; Çırağan Palace waterside view (viewed from the boat); Maiden's Tower waterside view (viewed from the boat); Rumeli Fortress (viewed from the boat); Spice Bazaar; İstiklal Avenue; Pera neighbourhood; Orthodox Patriarchate; Church of St George; Fener neighbourhood; Balat neighbourhood.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast, lunch. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4: Istanbul

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

The stated free period is time for independent exploration or rest. Additional activities are separate choices.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 5: Athens

The day includes the air sector shown in the route, with transfers at both ends. Its scheduled departure, connection and baggage arrangements are confirmed for your dates.

On arrival, the proposed airport meeting is followed by a transfer and check-in. Any free time depends on when the flight arrives.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

The stated free period is time for independent exploration or rest. Additional activities are separate choices.

Day 6: Athens — Athens Acropolis

Follow the proposed visit sequence through Athens Acropolis; Panathenaic Stadium; Syntagma Square; Greek Parliament exterior; St Dionysius Cathedral; Athens Academy; Athens University; National Library of Greece; Hadrian's Arch; Temple of Olympian Zeus; Temple of Athena Nike; Parthenon; Acropolis Museum, admission scope to confirm.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 7: Athens

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

The stated free period is time for independent exploration or rest. Additional activities are separate choices.

Overnight in Athens.

Day 8: Cairo

The day includes the air sector shown in the route, with transfers at both ends. Its scheduled departure, connection and baggage arrangements are confirmed for your dates.

On arrival, the proposed airport meeting is followed by a transfer and check-in. Any free time depends on when the flight arrives.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Day 9: Saqqara — Giza pyramids — Great Sphinx

Follow the proposed visit sequence through Djoser's Step Pyramid; Saqqara; Giza pyramids; Pyramid of Khufu; Pyramid of Khafre; Pyramid of Menkaure; Great Sphinx; Valley Temple at Giza.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast, lunch. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Day 10: Pergamon citadel — Cairo

Follow the proposed visit sequence through Egyptian Museum, galleries to confirm; Citadel of Saladin; Muhammad Ali Mosque; Old Cairo; Hanging Church; Church of St Barbara; Abu Serga Church; Ben Ezra Synagogue; Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast, lunch. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Day 11: Cairo

After checkout, the route ends with the transfer to the departure airport or the agreed disembarkation point. No further overnight stay is added on this day.

The meal plan for this stage mentions breakfast. The confirmed proposal will state their inclusion and distinguish drinks.

Services to agree with your enquiry

Tell us your travel dates, arrival and departure points, number of travellers and preferred pace. The final proposal separates the core visits from optional activities and specifies transfers, vehicle or vessel format, accommodation, admissions and meal arrangements. Private guiding or transport is only included when stated in that written proposal.

International travel, additional excursions, personal spending and other services are not assumed. Ask for the complete scope and applicable terms before agreeing the trip. Let us know your preferred guiding language when you enquire.

Services to agree with you

This itinerary is a proposal. Your written confirmation will set out the selected services, inclusions and alternatives.

Inclusions to confirm

  • Planned sightseeing: Basilica Cistern, Bosphorus cruise, Athens Acropolis, Djoser's Step Pyramid and Egyptian Museum, galleries to confirm. Interior admissions and panoramic stops are identified separately.
  • Guiding, transfers and transport for the programme stages accepted in the written proposal.
  • The programme identifies 6 overnight stages; properties and meal plans are specified in writing.
  • The programme shows air connections on days 5, 8; included tickets and baggage are identified in the confirmation.
  • Day-by-day meal plan: 2 (breakfast, lunch); 3 (breakfast, lunch); 4 (breakfast); 5 (breakfast); 6 (breakfast); 7 (breakfast); 8 (breakfast); 9 (breakfast, lunch); 10 (breakfast, lunch); 11 (breakfast). Confirmation identifies these meals and distinguishes drinks.

Outside the proposed scope

  • International flights and services not expressly identified in the agreement.
  • Personal expenses, tips and optional activities not booked.
  • Meals, drinks and admissions not stated as included in the confirmation.

Notes for planning your visit

  • This is a route proposal that can be personalised. Written confirmation specifies private or shared format, tickets, admissions and meals; publishing the outline does not confirm availability for a date.
  • Activities marked optional require separate confirmation; mention in the route description does not include them.
  • Coordinate arrival and departure flights with the sightseeing days; baggage and connections are specified for the issued tickets.
  • Request the international stage together with your Turkey circuit; the confirmation specifies both stages.

Before confirming your journey

Share your dates, traveller count and any flights you have already confirmed. Review the written programme and applicable conditions before accepting the booking.

  • The written confirmation identifies the route, travel dates, passenger count and agreed services.
  • Read the booking terms and cancellation policy before confirming or paying a deposit.
  • Tell us your preferred guiding language, arrival and departure details, rooming requirements and any participation needs when enquiring.
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Istanbul, Athens and Cairo in 11 Days

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