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Grand Turkey & Mediterranean Exploration – Tour & Cruise

Low Deposit Available
$4000 Bonus Onboard Value
Sail | September 2027

27 Day Fly, Stay, Tour & Exploration Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Onboard Value Including Guided Sightseeing, Always-Included Beverages, Specialty Dining, Wifi Packages & More

Book By 31 October 2026

Product Code: MX2-42003

Grand Turkey & Mediterranean Exploration – Tour & Cruise

Low Deposit Available
$4000 Bonus Onboard Value
Sail | September 2027

27 Day Fly, Stay, Tour & Exploration Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Onboard Value Including Guided Sightseeing, Always-Included Beverages, Specialty Dining, Wifi Packages & More

Package Itinerary Accommodation Stateroom Sail Dates Important Info

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Economy flights to Istanbul, returning from London

10 Day Leisurely Guided Small Group Coach Tour Through Turkey
9 Nights Accommodation in Hand Selected Hotels Whilst Touring

Highlights

Transportation by air conditioned vehicle
Touring with English speaking guide
Visit iconic sights in Istanbul such as the ornate Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the bustling Grand Bazaar
Travel across the Anatolian plateau to Cappadocia, dotted with honeycomb fairy chimneys
Marvel at the cascading limestone pools of Pamukkale, and visit the significant and moving site of Gallipoli

Enjoy a 15 night exploration cruise from Istanbul to Southampton onboard small ship Regatta in an Interior Stateroom

Enhance your experience and upgrade to an Oceanview or Balcony Stateroom to enjoy uninterrupted ocean views and extra comforts at sea. Talk to our Cruise Experts to learn how you can upgrade your cabin at the time of booking.

Match your moment with freestyle dining options offering everything from a four course meal to a casual bite with the freedom of beautifully crafted cuisine when you choose.

Enjoy a wide selection of spirits, cocktails, wines, beer, juices and soft drinks.

Savour world-class cuisine at the onboard speciality restaurants with two complimentary dining packages per person.

Delight in everything from intimate theatre-style production shows and live music to engaging destination and cultural showcases. All intentionally crafted by a dedicated Entertainment and Destination Cruise Director, these exhilarating and educational programs will only enhance your journey.

Stay connected throughout your voyage with the essential wifi package. Optional upgrades are available for streaming.

Receive USD$50 onshore explorations credit per stateroom per port to experience ashore your way with a range of interests and activity levels to choose from across three categories: Highlights, Local Discovery and Active Adventure.

Relax knowing that all onboard prepaid gratuities, port taxes and charges are included and taken care of for you.

Enjoy complimentary still and sparkling water that is replenished daily in your stateroom, adding a refreshing touch to your voyage.

BONUS Transfer from Southampton Port to Hotel
BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of London at your leisure

Take advantage of this exclusive bonus-packed cruise deal, without breaking the bank

Elevate Your Exploration  Open All

Elevate your exploration with a Penthouse or Suite upgrade – offering more space, extra comfort, and uninterrupted views. Our elevated explorations spoil further with an enhanced specialty dining package, upgraded wifi package and premium hotel stays, affording luxury at every turn. Talk to our Cruise Experts to learn more about the refined amenities and benefits you’ll receive as part of our exclusive upgrade offers.

Your Itinerary

Get ready to sail! The below itinerary outlines all the amazing ports you’ll visit throughout your cruise journey. We’ve suggested the must-see attractions in destination, however, please note that these are not included in your package, unless specifically stated. Entry fees, transportation and guided tours may incur additional costs and are subject to availability. We recommend reviewing your package inclusions and planning ahead to make the most of your time in each port.

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Istanbul

Upon your arrival into Istanbul airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

Istanbul

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a guided tour to Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia (external visit), Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia

Transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight to Kayseri where you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cappadocia

Early in the morning an optional hot air balloon tour is available. Then, full day excursion in Cappadocia including visits to the Underground City, Open Air Museum in Goreme and natural fortress in Uchisar.

After lunch in a local restaurant, we will have the opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets, Turkish tiles, onyx, and potteries. Optional night tour with a Turkish show and dinner is available tonight. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Cappadocia – Pamukkale

Early departure for Pamukkale. On the way, visit the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece Sultanhan Caravanserai. Continue to Pamukkale for an overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Pamukkale – Selcuk – Izmir

After breakfast, visit the ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis, graveyard, and the lime cascades. Continue to Selcuk and visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, before departing for Izmir. Overnight in Izmir.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Izmir – Ephesus – Sirince – Izmir

Morning drive to the Ancient city of Ephesus where you will visit its magnificent library, theatre, and temples. Lunch in a local restaurant. Continue to one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey, Sirince, for some free time. Return to Izmir for an overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Izmir – Pergamum – Troy – Canakkale

Early departure for Pergamum to visit the well-preserved remains of the Asklepion. Continue to Troy, the site where the legendary Trojan War took place before proceeding to Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Canakkale – Gallipoli – Istanbul

After breakfast, cross the Dardanelles and continue to Gallipoli. Visit ANZAC Cove, the Nek, Chunuk Bair, Lone Pine Cemetery, and the 57th Regiment Memorial. Proceed to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Istanbul

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Port to embark your cruise onboard small ship Regatta.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Mykonos, Greece

Welcome to Mykonos, famed for its beautiful beaches and whitewashed houses. Explore Mykonos Town, hop from beach to beach, wander Little Venice and visit the Delos ruins. Finish your day soaking in the sunset with fresh Greek seafood and a glass of wine in hand.

Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey

Welcome to Kusadasi! This scenic seaside town is your gateway to Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient Greco-Roman ruins in the world. When you’ve finished soaking in the history, spend some time relaxing on the beach, sampling some Turkish cuisine or treating yourself to a spot of shopping.

Santorini, Greece

Welcome to Santorini! This postcard-perfect island is possibly Greece’s most iconic island, famed for its steep cliffs, blue-roofed houses, and breathtaking sunsets. Hike from Fira to Oia, explore the red and black sanded beaches and visit the Santorini volcano. After a day of exploring, you’ll want to enjoy a glass of wine as the sun sets over this mesmerising island.

Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Welcome to Piraeus, the port city of Athens! As the birthplace of democracy, Athens is steeped in history, which you can discover for yourself at the Acropolis and National Archaeological Museum. Afterwards, take a stroll through Plaka, a neighbourhood teeming with cobblestoned streets, sidewalk cafes and tiny local stores.

Heraklion (Crete), Greece

Welcome to Crete, the biggest island in Greece and home to the ancient Minoan civilisation. When you’re done soaking in the sun and the sand at the famed Elafonissi Beach, be sure to check out the Knossos ruins, hike the Samaria Gorge and explore the Old Town of Rethymno.

At Sea

Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.

Valleta, Malta

Welcome to Valletta, the fortress city. This tiny city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famed for its dusty Baroque buildings and mesmerising sea views. Shop for crafts and jewellery on Republic Street, explore the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens and uncover history at Parliament House and the ruins of the Royal Opera House.

Sicily (Trapani), Italy

Welcome to Trapani! The ideal base to explore Western Sicily, Trapani is littered with charming cobbled streets and fascinating monuments. Don’t miss the San Lorenzo Cathedral, Sanctuary of the Annunciation and the Villa Margherita public gardens.

La Goulette (Tunis), Tunisia

La Goulette, known in Arabic as Halq al-Wadi, is the port of Tunis, the capital of Tunisia. The Kasbah fortress was built in 1535 by Charles I of Spain but was captured by the Ottoman Turks in 1574.

At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

Cartagena, Spain

Welcome to Cartagena! Perhaps Spain’s most historically fascinating city, here you can uncover captivating Roman and Carthaginian heritage. Delve back in time with visits to the Roman Theatre Museum, Marine Archaeology Museum, and the Spanish Civil War Museum.

At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

London (Southampton), United Kingdom

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

London, United Kingdom

Disembark Regatta in Southampton and transfer to London for a 2 night hotel stay. Explore the iconic sights, world-class dining and vibrant culture of the UK’s capital before flying home, or extend your adventure with our flexible flight options.

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Important Info Open All

Price based on cruise sail dates:

10 September 2027 Tour Date
19 September 2027 Cruise Sail Date

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Inside Stateroomview stateroom

Upgrade to Oceanview Stateroom from $499 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Balcony Stateroom from $1999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Club Balcony Stateroom from $2599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Penthouse Suite from $3999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Vista Suite from $6599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Owners Suite from $6999 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges. These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

Ships’ Registry: Marshall Island

** Low Deposit Policy
Some cruise lines may charge a higher deposit if upgrading from an interior stateroom or adding additional benefits. Your consultant will advise at time of booking. A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.

*** BONUS Onshore Explorations Credit
Receive USD$50 onshore explorations credit per stateroom per port. The credit is applied to the first named passenger only and cannot be redeemed when excursions are purchased under a non lead passenger profile. One excursion per port per stateroom. The credit has no cash value and unused amounts are forfeited.

Your advertised upgrade may be based on a Guarantee (Run of Ship) stateroom. The means your cabin location, stateroom number and specific category will be assigned by the cruise line, and in some cases may not be confirmed until close to your sailing date. In addition, advertised lead-in upgrades may be for staterooms with a partially or fully obstructed view.
For more choice and certainty, we recommend speaking with your Explorations by Norwegian cruise specialist, who can provide tailored options and quote your preferred stateroom type.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, it’s important that you review your personal circumstances in relation to the travel itinerary. A moderate level of fitness is required for most trips, including the ability to move unassisted and manage your own luggage. Please note there is a checked baggage allowance on tour: limited to one checked bag per person at no more than 20kg.

If you or anyone in your travelling party have medical conditions, accessibility needs or any other impairment that could impact participation, these must be disclosed at the time of booking (or as soon as they are known). Without this information, we and our travel partners may not be able to accommodate your needs.

Some tours and activities may include walking over uneven ground, stairs, or areas not accessible by wheelchair or mobility aids. This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring wheelchairs, mobility scooters, larger walking aids or facilities for disabled guests. It is your responsibility to assess the suitability of the itinerary before booking.

For further details on participation requirements, fitness expectations, accessibility limitations and the like, please speak to your Cruise Expert.

ISTANBUL: Elite Word Comfy Taksim
CAPPADOCIA: MDC Cave Hotel
PAMUKKALE: Adem Pira Hotel
IZMIR: Park Inn by Radisson
CANAKKALE: Kolin Hotel
ISTANBUL: Kent Hotel

Includes:

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in 4* hotels
Meals as per itinerary
Touring with English speaking guide
Entrance fees and local taxes
Flight from Istanbul to Kayseri (included for Superior Class with Flight and Superior Class with Cave Hotel & Flight options only).

Things to Note:

Accommodation is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel changes, but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m. Hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
On arrival at your hotel, please check the bulletin board of the hotel for more details. Look for the information from the supplier listed on your voucher.
Internal visit to St. Sophia is not included.

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