MONOGRAMS 2009: ROME, ISTANBUL & ATHENS (DAI)
11 days incl. air, or 10 days from Rome to Athens
Three fascinating cities combined in one unforgettable vacation! Centrally-located hotels, half-day guided sightseeing, and the services of a Local Host are included in all cities. Start in Rome and visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Fly to Istanbul and visit its main attractions: the Hagia Sofia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Seraglio. Next, fly to Athens and admire the Parthenon's crowning beauty atop the Acropolis. You have plenty of free time in all three cities for independent explorations. In Athens you may even consider a cruise to visit some of the nearby islands.
HOTELS
Rome: Cicerone, A superior standard downtown hotel with 250 rooms, located in the center of the Prati area and within pleasant walking distance along the Tiber to historic Castel Sant'Angelo. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have private bath, satellite TV, phone, and minibar. The hotel has an elegant restaurant, cozy sitting rooms, and an American bar.Istanbul: Conrad Hilton, This luxury hotel offers superior facilities and service, which combined with its location and masterful blend of tradition and modern design make it a desirable place to stay in Istanbul. The hotel has 590 elegant guestrooms, all with airconditioning, minibar and safe, a choice of four restaurants, and a rooftop bar. Other amenities include a health club, spa, and tennis courts.Athens: Hilton, This distinguished hotel is located in the center of Athens on one of the city's most fashionable avenues and in close proximity to the Acropolis. The hotel has 527 well-appointed and spacious guestrooms, all air-conditioned with minibar and safe. There is a large outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center with spa. A range of dining options are offered, and the rooftop bar has wonderful views of the city.
HOTELS
Rome: Cicerone, A superior standard downtown hotel with 250 rooms, located in the center of the Prati area and within pleasant walking distance along the Tiber to historic Castel Sant'Angelo. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have private bath, satellite TV, phone, and minibar. The hotel has an elegant restaurant, cozy sitting rooms, and an American bar.Istanbul: Conrad Hilton, This luxury hotel offers superior facilities and service, which combined with its location and masterful blend of tradition and modern design make it a desirable place to stay in Istanbul. The hotel has 590 elegant guestrooms, all with airconditioning, minibar and safe, a choice of four restaurants, and a rooftop bar. Other amenities include a health club, spa, and tennis courts.Athens: Hilton, This distinguished hotel is located in the center of Athens on one of the city's most fashionable avenues and in close proximity to the Acropolis. The hotel has 527 well-appointed and spacious guestrooms, all air-conditioned with minibar and safe. There is a large outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center with spa. A range of dining options are offered, and the rooftop bar has wonderful views of the city.
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- Tour Operator
- Globus
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - No
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | Board your overnight transatlantic flight. |
| Day 2 | Rome, Italy | Arrive in Rome. Balance of the day is at leisure. |
| Day 3 | Rome | Morning guided sightseeing including headsets; visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum. (B) |
| Day 4 | Rome | Full day at leisure. (B) |
| Day 5 | Rome-Istanbul, Turkey | By air; transfers from/to hotels are included. (B) |
| Day 6 | Istanbul | Morning guided sightseeing; visit the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Seraglio. (B) |
| Day 7 | Istanbul | Full day at leisure. (B) |
| Day 8 | Istanbul-Athens, Greece | By air; transfers from/to hotels are included. (B) |
| Day 9 | Athens | Morning guided sightseeing; visit the Parthenon's crowning beauty atop the Acropolis; orientation drive through the modern city. (B) |
| Day 10 | Athens | Full day at leisure. (B) |
| Day 11 | Athens | Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
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- US$ Price Details
Single room supplement: $1522, $1307 (0701-0819)Triple room reduction per person: $213Extra nights per person in Rome:Apr.: in single room $275, in twin room $196, in triple room $175May-Oct.: in single room $327, in twin room $226, in triple room $205Extra nights per person in Athens:in single room $490, in twin room $260, in triple room $215Package price includes flights Rome-Istanbul/Istanbul-Athens and transfers from/to hotels.
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Additional Information:
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-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.