You’ll find abundant evidence of humankind’s creative spirit, from the whimsical windmills of Mykonos to the classical figures adorning many ancient temples.
10. DAY ON THE AEGEAN
Spend a relaxing day at sea, free to experience the amenities and entertainment options aboard the ship. Challenge a shipmate to a board game on deck, take a refreshing swim or indulge in a pampering massage or fitness program. You are welcome to visit the open bridge to view the ship’s operations! Meals BLD
11. DISEMBARK SHIP & ON TO ISTANBUL Bid your captain and crew adieu as you disembark in Istanbul and begin exploring this culturally diverse, historic city. Visit the Spice Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, residence of the sultans and the seat of power for the Ottoman Empire for 400 years, where you will see its legendary Harem. At Sehzade Külliyese, you’ll visit the Ottoman mausoleum complex built as a memorial to the firstborn son of Süleyman the Magnificent in 1543; then settle in at your Istanbul hotel for a three-night stay. Meals BLD
12. HAGIA SOPHIA & A BOSPHORUS CRUISE Guided sightseeing continues with a visit to the vast underground Basilica Cistern and one of the world’s true architectural gems – beautiful Hagia Sophia, a Byzantine masterpiece. First constructed in 537 AD and destroyed, rebuilt and modified throughout the centuries, this cathedral reigned for almost 1,000 years as the largest Christian church in the world, later was converted to a mosque and is now a national museum. Tauck treats you to an afternoon cruise along the Bosphorus before time at leisure to explore the sights on your own. Meals BL
13. THE BLUEMOSQUE & THE COVERED BAZAAR This morning you’ll visit the Blue Mosque, named for the blue tiles that adorn the interior, and the Hippodrome, the center of Constantinople when it was the capital of the Byzantine Empire. Stroll through the 4,000 shops in the Covered Bazaar, a kaleidoscope of colorful Turkish traditions, and spend time this afternoon exploring as you wish. Join us for a farewell reception and dinner tonight alive with Turkish delights. Meals BD
14. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: Istanbul. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from Ceylan InterContinental Istanbul to Ataturk Airport. Allow a minimum of three hours for flight check-in. Meals B
Call your travel agent or Tauck at 877-519-1035
14 DAYS FROM $6,990 PLUS AIRFARE (13 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches & 10 Dinners)
BEGINS ATHENS Northbound – Athens to Istanbul
May 22, 29 Jun 5, 12, 26 Jul 10, 24 Aug 21 Sep 11, 18 Oct 9
BEGINS ISTANBUL Southbound – Istanbul to Athens
May 15, 29 Jun 19 Aug 28 Sep 4, 25 Oct 2, 16 Go to
www.tauck.com for up-to-the-minute space availability.
LAND / CRUISE PRICE PER PERSON May – July 23; August 22 – October
Category B Category A
Category B Category A
Double $7490 Double $7690 Double $6990 Double $7190 Single $10,389 Single $10,489
July 24 – August 21 Single $9642
Single $9742 Triple $7282 Triple $7349 Triple $6587 Triple $6654
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).
Land / Cruise Price includes everything outlined in General Information as well as private Tauck shore excursions, cruise fare, port charges, applicable fuel surcharges, daily cocktail hour, all-day soft drinks, wine with dinner aboard ship, entertainment and gratuities to Tauck Director and ship staff. Departures will be hosted by one Tauck Director for every 40 Tauck guests.
Travel South or North: Cruise operates south from Istanbul and north from Athens. Sightseeing is identical; go to
www.tauck.com for southbound itinerary or ask at booking.
Please ask about additional hotel nights before or after your cruise and about our comprehensive Cruise Protection Product.
Note: The land portion of this cruise involves significant walking as vehicle access is often limited. Sightseeing in Athens, Istanbul and the Greek Islands features ancient sites with many steps and uneven terrain, making walking more difficult.
See page 60 for Wind Star / Wind Spirit deck plans and ship specifications.
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