Bus Tour to Xanthi Carnival, Thessaloniki 1 Night 3 Days

Day 1 | Istanbul – Thessaloniki

We depart at 21:00 from Kadıköy marriage office, at 21:30 from in front of Mecidiyeköy Square/Bambi Cafe, at 22:00 from in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, at 22:30 from in front of Beylikdüzü Marmara Park Mall, and at 22:59 from in front of Silivri Vega Mall. (You must be at the specified locations at least 15 minutes before departure.) After approximately 3 hours of travel, upon arrival at the İpsala border gate, we complete customs and passport procedures and then cross into Greece, traveling to Thessaloniki via Alexandroupolis (Dedeağaç), Komotini (Gümülcine), Xanthi (İskeçe) and Kavala.

Day 2 | Thessaloniki

After arriving in Thessaloniki in the morning, on our panoramic city tour of Thessaloniki we visit the Church of Aya Dimitros, the largest church in Greece, and the house where the great leader Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Turkey, was born and lived. We see the Church of Hagia Sophia, the Ottoman Bath, the Ottoman Mosque, the Bedesten, the White Tower, the Rotunda, and the International Fair grounds. We take a walk along the waterfront promenade of Thessaloniki, famous for its cafes and shops, and give free time until 14:30. After settling into our hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Thessaloniki Mega Center & Jumbo Store Shopping Tour, which will be organized at 15:30 and includes many famous brands. (20.€) Guests who wish may also join the Panoramic Thessaloniki Masterpieces Night Tour, organized at 20:00, where they can see the places visited during the day under the evening lights and take part in Thessaloniki’s lively nightlife in the city center. (20.€) Guests who wish may also join the lively music-filled Taverna & Sirtaki program. (65.-€ / Fixed Menu – Limited Drinks) For both programs, the return to the hotel is at 23:59 from Aristotales Square. Overnight at our hotel in Thessaloniki.

Day 3 | Xanthi Carnival – Istanbul

After breakfast, we depart for Xanthi (İskeçe). In İskeçe, an important settlement where Western Thrace Turks live, we provide free time until 21:00 to enjoy and have fun with the excitement of the İskeçe Carnival. At 16:00, when the carnival ends, guests who wish may join the After Party & Taverna organization, which will be arranged additionally. (75.€ / After Party Entrance Fee + Fixed Menu Meal in the Taverna with 1 Drink + 1 Drink Included in the Price.) We meet with the guests who will join this event at 16:00, have fun at the After Party until 18:00, and then enjoy a pleasant and very delicious meal at a Greek tavern. After the meal, we set off toward the İpsala border gate. Shopping opportunity at the Greek Free Shop during customs and passport procedures. Arrival in Istanbul via İpsala, Keşan, Tekirdağ and the end of our tour. We hope to see you on our next tour...