Bus Tour to Thessaloniki and Sofia: 2 Nights 4 Days
Summary Information
Vizesiz
3 Gece 4 Gün
İstanbul
Otobüslü
Yunani̇stan
Bed and Breakfast
Guide
Professional
TÜRSAB guide
Insurance
Mandatory travel
including insurance
Guarantee
Minimum participants
departure guaranteed
Support
Throughout the tour
24/7 WhatsApp
Duration
3 Nights 4 Days
Departure
Istanbul
Person
Max 44
Transportation
Otobüslü
Tour Description
Day 1 — ISTANBUL – IPSALA
Day 1: ISTANBUL – IPSALA
Meeting Points:
23:00 In front of Kadıköy Marriage Office Parking Lot
23:30 Next to Mecidiyeköy Ziraat Bankası
23:59 Next to İncirli Ömür Plaza
00:45 In front of Silivri Vega Mall
02:00 Tekirdağ Namık Kemal Rest Area (On the return, we may drop off at Çorlu Aramgah Rest Area or suitable points on the Edirne-Istanbul highway instead of Tekirdağ)
After gathering with our guests at the designated meeting points, we will reach the Ipsala Land Border Gate via the Tekirdağ – Malkara – Keşan route with necessary stops. After completing our exit procedures here, we cross over the Meriç River and proceed to the Greek Kipi Land Border Gate.
Day 2 — IPSALA – KAVALA - THESSALONIKI
Day 2: IPSALA – KAVALA - THESSALONIKI
After entering Greece, we will take a breakfast break during our journey. After our break, we head towards Kavala. Upon reaching Kavala, we start our panoramic city tour. On our way to the old town, we will first see the Church of St. Nicholas. The mosque built by Suleiman the Magnificent in 1530 was converted into a church in 1926 by shortening its minaret and adding Christian mosaics in front of it. Other historical sites we will see during our tour include Kavala Castle, the house of Mehmet Ali Pasha from Kavala, the imaret which now serves as a hotel, the aqueduct, and the old town within the castle. After the panoramic tour of Kavala, we head towards Thessaloniki. Upon arriving in Thessaloniki...
Program
Download Itinerary (PDF)Day 1 — Day 1 — ISTANBUL – IPSALA
Day 1: ISTANBUL – IPSALA
Meeting Points:
23:00 In front of Kadıköy Marriage Office Parking Lot
23:30 Next to Mecidiyeköy Ziraat Bankası
23:59 Next to İncirli Ömür Plaza
00:45 In front of Silivri Vega Mall
02:00 Tekirdağ Namık Kemal Rest Area (On the return, we may drop off at Çorlu Aramgah Rest Area or suitable points on the Edirne-Istanbul highway instead of Tekirdağ)
After gathering with our guests at the designated meeting points, we will reach the Ipsala Land Border Gate via the Tekirdağ – Malkara – Keşan route with necessary stops. After completing our exit procedures here, we cross over the Meriç River and proceed to the Greek Kipi Land Border Gate.
Day 2 — Day 2 — IPSALA – KAVALA - THESSALONIKI
Day 2: IPSALA – KAVALA - THESSALONIKI
After entering Greece, we will take a breakfast break during our journey. After our break, we head towards Kavala. Upon reaching Kavala, we start our panoramic city tour. On our way to the old town, we will first see the Church of St. Nicholas. The mosque built by Suleiman the Magnificent in 1530 was converted into a church in 1926 by shortening its minaret and adding Christian mosaics in front of it. Other historical sites we will see during our tour include Kavala Castle, the house of Mehmet Ali Pasha from Kavala, the imaret which now serves as a hotel, the aqueduct, and the old town within the castle. After the panoramic tour of Kavala, we head towards Thessaloniki. Upon arriving in Thessaloniki...
Day 3 — Day 3 — THESSALONIKI - SOFIA
Day 3: THESSALONIKI - SOFIA
After having breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we depart for Sofia. During the journey, guests who wish can join the Rila Monastery tour (25 €). Built in the 10th century, Rila Monastery is the largest monastery in Bulgaria and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After visiting the monastery, we head towards Sofia. Upon arrival, we start our city tour. St. Nedelya Church, Rotunda Church, Russian Church, Hagia Sophia Church, Aleksandr Nevski Cathedral, the Prime Minister's and Parliament buildings, Sofia University, and the National Palace of Culture, along with the Banyabaşı Mosque designed by Mimar Sinan, are among the places to visit. After the tour, we proceed to our hotel. In the evening, guests who wish can join the dinner Bulgarian Night tour (55 €). Our Bulgarian Night tour...
Day 4 — Day 4 — SOFIA – PLOVDIV - ISTANBUL
Day 4: SOFIA – PLOVDIV - ISTANBUL
After having breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we head towards Plovdiv, Bulgaria's second-largest city. First, we give free time for shopping at Jumbo and Lidl. Then we proceed to the center of Plovdiv and start our city tour. Batenberg Street, Ottoman houses, amphitheater, ancient stadium, Friday Mosque, and Friday Square are among the places to see. After the city tour and free time, we head towards the Kapıkule Border Gate. Upon arrival, after completing our passport and customs procedures, we shop at the free shop and head to Istanbul. When we arrive in Istanbul, we drop off our guests at the points specified in the tour program (on the return route) and conclude our tour. We hope to meet again in our next organizations...
Inclusions
- • International exit fee (It is recommended to make payments to banks before your travel date.)
- • Visa fee and service charge (Guests with a Green Passport are exempt from visa requirements.)
- • International Travel Health Insurance
- • Lunch and dinner
- • Extra expenses within the hotel
- • Optional excursions mentioned in the program
- • All personal expenses
- • Museum and site entrance fees (Optional)
- • Tips for the driver and guide (Optional)
Exclusions
- • Bus transportation service
- • Accommodation in 3*-4* hotels with breakfast included for 2 nights
- • Panoramic city tours and transfers included in the program
- • Turkish guiding service
- • Accommodation and city taxes
- • All highway and parking expenses
Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION POLICY GENERAL TERMS 1- General terms are an integral part of the tour program and cannot be considered separately from the program. 2- In cases where sufficient participation is not achieved; Travel Enthusiasts reserves the right to cancel the tour up to 21 days before the travel date. In case of cancellation, the guest will be informed and the tour fee will be fully refunded. Refunds for additional services obtained outside the tour; domestic flight tickets purchased from Travel Enthusiasts will also be refunded to the guest. However, services applied for on behalf of the guest, such as visa services and travel health insurance, cannot be refunded as they have been used. If the guest has obtained the domestic flight independently from Travel Enthusiasts, they cannot request any refund in case of tour cancellation. Any material and moral losses that may arise due to cancellation are considered accepted by the guest upon purchasing the tour, and Travel Enthusiasts cannot be held responsible. 3- If sufficient participation is not achieved, Travel Enthusiasts may show goodwill not to cancel the tour. In this case, the guest will only be provided with guidance services for the international round-trip airport transfer. Cancellation and Change 4- Guests have the right to cancel without penalty by notifying Travel Enthusiasts in writing up to 30 days before the tour departure date, except for the airline tickets paid to the airline company. If the travel date is 31
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Who is this tour suitable for?
This tour, lasting 3 Nights 4 Days and departing from Istanbul, is suitable for guests looking to explore the Yunani̇stan route, seeking comfortable transportation and a guided program. You can join as a family, couple, or group of friends.
Why should you choose this tour from İstanbul?
You can join the tour without wasting time with a single departure point from İstanbul and its surroundings. Transportation and program for tours departing from İstanbul are organized with the assurance of Gezi Tutkunları; you can check the page for current prices and departure dates or make a reservation.
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