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Experience four nights in Athens , before embarking on a unique seven-night tall-shipping sailing journey from Athens to Istanbul with Star Clippers | Visit one of the most cosmopolitan of all the Greek Islands : Mykonos is a contrast of rocky hills and beautiful beaches | Visit remote locations along the Turkish coastline such as Dikili , a sleepy little beach town , authentically Turkish - the harbour is lined with open-air shops and restaurants with local food specialties | Visit Bozcaada where if you venture away from its glorious uncrowded sandy beaches , you will find yourself wandering through its ancient cobbled streets , lined with quaint rustic homes adorned with gorgeous flora and fauna | Enjoy three nights in Istanbul to conclude your journey | Plus , many more incredible experiences !

Athens , Greece , & Istanbul , Turkey – Land portion ( pre / post sailing ): Group arrival / departure transfers | Private transfers and transportation on tour | Inclusive of hotel tax , hotel service charges and includes daily breakfast at mentioned hotels ( or similar ) | Sightseeing with local English-speaking guides ( one guide in each city ) | Entrance fees | Meals as specified ( 12 meals total in Athens and Istanbul ) Star Clippers – Sailing portion : Comfortable accommodations for the length of the sailing | All meals ( 20 meals ) | Complimentary watersports , activities , and entertainment offered on board , and standard beverages ( coffee , tea , iced tea , milk , poured juices and poured water ) | Include taxes and port charges * 32 meals included throughout entire trip ( land / cruise ) | Tips & gratuities for entire 14 night program For more information about this exciting departure , contact Trip Merchant at info @ tripmerchant . com or call at 1-800-481-9739 ext . 3 .