Tammy Sikes

DURATION: 6 hours

INCLUDES:

• Air conditioned transport by bus from Piraeus Port

• Free WIFI on board

• Professional Touristic escort provides commentary while in Bus 

• OPTIONAL Licensed professioal tour guide provides guided walking tour of sites (otherwise visited independently).

NOTE:  Entrance tickets to Archaeological sites (€12 pp) are not included and will be purchased on site.

Description

Highlights: Acropolis,  Parthenon, the new Acropolis museum, the Theater of Dionysus, Temple of Zeus, Hadrian’s Arch, Panathinean Stadium, The Royal Palace, Plaka, Ancient Roman Agora, Ancient Greek Agora, Constitution Square, Parliament House, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier “changing of the guards”, the National Archaeological Museum.

The professional english speaking driver will pick you up at Piraeus Port. The tour starts with a panoramic view of the city centre and continues with the visit of the Acropolis, with its temples and museums (entrance tickets not included). You will be taken to the most important highlights of the city. Then you can stop for lunch or continue waking to the Plaka district or Monastiraki, to see and admire the Greek culture.

Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation. If a particular condition, needing a change in itinerary, should arise, your driver would explain the situation and provide you with alternative suggestions.

Kusadasi

Explore Ephesus

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in modern, comfortable vehicle, ideal to reach historical sites and reduce walking. 

• Official Licesed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour.

• Lunch

Product Description

• Your guide will be waiting to meet you at the port.

• After you've been welcomed your guide will take you to the House of the Virgin Mary on the top of the beautiful Solmissos Mountains where it is believed Mary spent her last living days. 

• After the House of the Virgin Mary, you'll be driven to the Ancient City of Ephesus. A downhill walk with your guide will take you into the ruins of the Roman capital.

• Your route then takes you past the Bouleuterion, Temple of Domitian, Hercules Gate, Temple of Hadrian, The Celsus Library and finally The Great Theater. 

•  Then, you'll be driven to The Temple of Artemis (Diana) which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

• You will be introduced to the local cultural aspects of Ephesus by showing handmade carpet & rug Art done through traditional weaving in the Cooperative village and you'll enjoy many of Ephesus Ceramics as well. 

• Return to the port.

Ephesus Museum is temporarily closed. If you wish to visit the museum ask to the driver for availability.

Itinerary : House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ancient City and the Temple of Artemis (Diana)

Blibical Ephesus

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in modern, comfortable vehicle, ideal to reach historical sites and reduce walking. 

• Official Licesed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour.

• Lunch

Product Description

• Your guide will be waiting to meet you at the port.

• After you've been welcomed your guide will take you to the House of the Virgin Mary on the top of the beautiful Solmissos Mountains where it is believed Mary spent her last living days. 

• After the House of the Virgin Mary, you'll be driven to the Ancient City of Ephesus. A downhill walk with your guide will take you into the ruins of the Roman capital.

• Your route then takes you past the Bouleuterion, Temple of Domitian, Hercules Gate, Temple of Hadrian, The Celsus Library and finally The Great Theater. 

• Your last site will be the Basilica of St. John located in St. John's town where you'll see the remaining graceful columns along with a wonderful view of the old town of Selcuk. 

• You will be introduced to the local cultural aspects of Ephesus by showing handmade carpet & rug Art done through traditional weaving in the Cooperative village and you'll enjoy many of Ephesus Ceramics as well. 

• Return to the port.

Instanbul

Best of Instanbul 

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in modern, comfortable vehicle, ideal to reach historical sites and reduce walking. 

• Official Licesed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour.

• Lunch

Product Description

• Your guide will meet you at the port.

• He/she will take you to Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. It was the biggest church in the world for hundred years, right now 4th biggest church in the world. Hagia Sophia was opened as a museum in 1935.

• After Hagia Sophia your next stop is Blue Mosque which is facing Hagia Sophia. Blue Mosque is famous with its blue Iznik Tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.

• The next stop will be Blue Mosque Hippodrome, the center of sportive events ( chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome. 

• Your last stop is Grand Bazaar, built in 1461 the most attractive shopping center and the biggest " souk " in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, ceramic, leatware, carpet and souvenir. 

• Your guide will take you to your ship pier approximately 5 hours after pick up time. 

Instanbul Highlights Guided Tour

INCLUSIONS:

• Travel in modern, comfortable vehicle, ideal to reach historical sites and reduce walking. 

• Official Licesed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour.

• Lunch

Product Description

• Your guide will meet you at the port.

•  He/she will take you to Topkapi Palace which has been the official residence of Ottoman Sultans and the center of the state administration. Topkapi Palace is a museum since 1924 and exhibiting sacred Islamic relics,kitchen, Chinese Porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section, Harem and imperial treasury; one of the most important piece is Spoonmaker's Diamond which is 7th biggest diamond in the world. 

• Then you will go to Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. It was the biggest church in the world for hundred years, right now 4th biggest church in the world. Hagia Sophia was opened as a museum in 1935.

• After Hagia Sophia your next stop is Blue Mosque which is facing Hagia Sophia. Blue Mosque is famous with its blue Iznik Tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.

• After the guide will take you to Blue Mosque Hippodrome, the center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome.

• Your last stop is Grand Bazaar, built in 1461 the most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk " in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, ceramic, leatware, carpet and souvenir. 

Naples, Pompeii and Amalfi Coast excursion 

Group Code: SIKES25       Tour Code: Pompeii and Amalfi           Pay Here

DURATION: approx. 9 hours from pick up to drop off time - additional time €30/h paid to the driver(s)

INCLUSIONS:

• • Travel in modern, comfortableair conditioned 40 pax bus

  • Professional English speaking guide

  • OPTIONAL Licensed professional tour guide provides guided walking tour of Pompeii archaeological site (otherwise visited independently).

NOTE: €11.50 Entrance tickets to Pompeii Archeological site are not included (to be purchased on site).

Product Description

Pompeii and Amalfi Coast are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites and among the most visited destinations in Italy. This day tour excursion highlights the best the region has to offer from the impressive ancient city of and archaeological park of Pompeii to lunch by the sea in enchanting Sorrento and includes a stroll through the charming seaside village of Positano and Amalfi.

• • Reach Pompeii and spend 2 hours for a visit of the site (€11,50 entrance tickets to be purchased on site). 

• Drive on the famous windy roads along the coast of Amalfi enjoying the fantastic view on the way.

  • Reach Positano and visit this enchanting area. Please note that vehicles larger than an 8 seats van have limited access to the Positano downtown area.

  • Last stop will be in Amalfi for a visit of the downtown area and its magnificent Basilica (Duomo di Amalfi)

  • Return to indicated drop off location after about 9 hours from agreed pick up time.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Best of Rome excursion 

Group Code: SIKES25     Tour Code: Best of Rome           Pay Here 

INCLUSIONS:

• • Air conditioned transport by bus from Civitavecchia Port

  • Professional English speaking guide provides commentary while in Bus 

EXCLUSIONS: Entrance tickets to Museums or Archeological sites are not included (can be purchased separately here).

DURATION: approx. 9 hours from pick up to drop off time - additional time €30/h paid to the driver(s)

DESCRIPTION

This tour allows you to visit all of Rome main sites with a professional driver in comfortable minivans of 7 or 8 seats. Your driver will pick you up right at your ship's pier (holding a sign with your name). You will be taken as close as possible to each site of interest, reducing walking to a minimum and providing more time to truly enjoy and visit Rome. No other tour provides you the ability to visit so much in just a day. 

Skip the lines entrance tickets purchased separately here.

Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed)

• Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (driver will have a sign with your name)

• Depart pier and drive to Rome, about  1.5 hours

• Reach and visit Vatican Area

  • St. Peter's Basilica (allocate 1h)  - free to enter, will need to pass security check which is likely to have a line

  • Vatican Museum which includes the Sistine Chapel (allocate 1.5 to 2h) - Skip the lines entrance tickets are absolutely necessary (purchased separately here).

  • To fully visit the Vatican we highly suggest choosing the licensed guide service

• Drive to Circus Maximus for a spectacular view of Palatine Hill

• Reach and visit Colosseum and Roman Forum (allocate about 1h to visit, more for interior in depth visit).

  • The Forum and Colosseum can be visited walking around from the outside. For interior visits skip the lines entrance tickets are absolutely necessary (purchased separately here).

• Drive to area near Fontana di Trevi and visit the area (make sure to drop a coin!)

• Continue for a visit to the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona

• Return to pier in Civitavecchia, about 1.5 hours

Livorno (Florence/Pisa shore excursion)

Group Code: YOUR GROUP CODE       Tour Code: Florence and Pisa          Pay Here 

PRICE: your per person price here

INCLUSIONS:

• • Air conditioned transport by 28 seats bus from  Port of Livorno

• Licensed professional tour guide provides guided walking tours of sites .

NOTE: Entrance tickets to Museums or Archaeological sites are not included (can be purchased separately here).

DURATION: approx. 9 hours from pick up to drop off time

Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed)

• Pick up in the morning from the port reaching Pisa after about 30-40 min. We will stop in Pisa near Miracle Square ranks as one of the world's loveliest squares where you can admire “La Torre Pendente” The leaning Tower Pisa's majestic Romanesque Cathedral and the unusual round Baptistry. You will have an opportunity to climb the Leaning Tower (takes 30 min). 

• We will continue for a 1 hour drive to Florence. 

• The tour of Florence starts with the wonderful Michelangelo Square where you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the city.

• The tour continues to the historical downtown area.

• Your driver will drop you off at the historical area where you will be taking visiting the beautiful Santa Croce Square, the Brunelleschi Dome, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio the bridge famous for its unique charming appearance and for the fabulous jewelry shops.

• If interested, you will have time to visit the Academy of Fine Arts (purchase tickets here) where the Michelangelo’s David is, or Uffizi Gallery (purchase tickets here). You must have prepurchased skip the lines entrance tickets (not included in the tour price). 

• Your drive back to Livorno will take approximately 1.5 hours.

Toulon, Provence Wine tour and Aix en Provence(10 Jun 0900-1700)

Group Code:SIKES25       Tour Code: Aix Wine Tour          Pay Here 

INCLUSIONS:

• • Air conditioned transport by bus from  Port of Toulon

• Licensed professional tour guide .

DURATION: approx. 8 hours from pick up to drop off time

Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed)

Departure for a wine tour in the scenic landscape of Sainte-Victoire Mountain which was source of inspiration for the famous painter Cézanne from 1880 to 1883.

The Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire vineyards are located east from the city of Aix-en-Provence, and like all the vineyards in Provence, are considered to be some of the most natural in France due to the drying effects of the Mistral wind. The poor and shallow soils, formed by limestone and argillaceous sandstone, produce high-quality vineyards.

Sample these tasty, full-bodied reds with excellent structure, and these subtle and elegant rosés. Wine–tastings included in 2 wine properties of the appellation.

Free time for lunch in Aix en Provence.

After lunch, walk with your guide on the Cours Mirabeau lined with 17th and 18thcenturies private mansions, where large plane trees give shade on hot summer days. The old town is packed with shops, architectural and religious sites, bustling squares and refreshing fountains. Take a stroll through one of the numerous markets taking place everyday in the center of the city.

Barcelona, Full Day Private Shore Excursion of Barcelona 

Group Code: SIKES25       Tour Code: Monserrat and Wine tour          Pay Here 

PRICE: your per person price here