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🌍 8 Days, 3 Cities, 1 Adventure

Tanzeel Khan

Tanzeel Khan

2 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Rome, Athens, and Istanbul. Uncover ancient wonders, immerse in vibrant cultures, and create unforgettable memories. Join me as I explore iconic landmarks, indulge in local delicacies, and experience the magic of these enchanting cities.

Trip to Rome

Day 1Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica
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$34

Vatican Museums
Multiple galleries of classical & Renaissance art masterpieces, plus the Sistine Chapel frescoes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$34
Day 2Colosseum & Roman Forum
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$32

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$ 4

St. Peter's Basilica
Late Renaissance church by architects including Michelangelo & holding up to 20,000 worshippers.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Pantheon
Iconic temple built circa 118 to 125 A.D. with a dome & Renaissance tombs, including Raphael's.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$32
Day 3National Archaeological Museum & Parthenon
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$70

Colosseum
Monumental 3-tiered Roman amphitheater once used for gladiatorial games, with guided tour option.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$36
12 - 17 min

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Roman Forum
Vast excavated area of Roman temples, squares & government buildings, some dating back 2,000 years.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$34

Budget breakdown: $469 In total

Activities & Food:$462
Transport:$7

Trip to Athens

Day 1Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica
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$92

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$ 3

National Archaeological Museum
Neoclassical museum of Ancient Greek art & archaeology, with sculpture, metalwork, vases & jewelry.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$44
23 - 28 min

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Parthenon
Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$48
Day 2Colosseum & Roman Forum
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$80

Acropolis Museum
Ultramodern glass & steel museum housing ancient artifacts from the Acropolis archaeological site.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$32
11 - 16 min

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Acropolis of Athens
Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$48

Budget breakdown: $469 In total

Activities & Food:$462
Transport:$7

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica
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$100

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$ 2

Galata Tower
Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$68
13 - 16 min

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Basilica Cistern
Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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$32
Day 2Colosseum & Roman Forum
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$0

Grand Bazaar
Historic sprawling network of indoor souks & market streets peddling leather, jewelry & gifts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
Day 3National Archaeological Museum & Parthenon
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$54

Hagia Sophia
Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum
Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$54

Budget breakdown: $469 In total

Activities & Food:$462
Transport:$7