Limited Time Offer: 12-Day Turkiye Tour + 7-Night Azamara Mediterranean Cruise with 3-Night Grand Hyatt Athens Stay

Booking Summary: After you book, please follow the instructions in your booking summary email and ensure you complete your Traveller Details in full.

• Luxury Escapes asks that you please complete the Traveller Details form in your ‘My Escapes’ account within 7 days of booking. Following its completion, our Tours Concierge Team will be in touch to assist with any additional arrangements – including flights.
• Traveller Details are required in full to confirm all arrangements for your tour. Please complete the Traveller Details form as soon as possible in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Failure to complete the form within 60 days of departure may result in losing your spot on the tour.
• If your booking is on a non-guaranteed departure, this initial email is not your tour confirmation. Tours often require a minimum number of travellers to go ahead, so your departure may not be guaranteed immediately.
• Please note that for guaranteed departures, a minimum of two people are required to book. In the event that only one passenger has booked, you will be given the opportunity to move your departure to another date.
• Once there is an update on the status of your tour, you will be contacted via email by the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge Team, and they will advise whether the tour has been confirmed. Please do not book flights or make any non-flexible arrangements until you receive this update.
• Should you require assistance with your tour, please contact our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com, who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey.
• For tours that allow children, the child must be 10 years or over and must share a room with an adult (18+).
• Children are the same price as adults.
• This is a limited-time only offer, book by 21 January 2026 to secure your departure.

Please note, our 7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee and Date Change policy does not apply to Tours

• All deposits, service fee, and payments are non-refundable.
• Where Luxury Escapes Tours may allow a cancellation for credit due to exceptional circumstances (and at its sole discretion) and where a cancellation/credit is not otherwise permitted, an additional service fee above and beyond the existing fees in the agreed payment schedules applies for A$300 per person will apply.
• For Trusted Partner operated tours, additional fees may apply.

Date Changes

• Date changes are not permitted for this tour.

Itinerary Amendments & Changes

• Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure. This may be to accommodate changes in weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances.
• In the event of a change in itinerary (for safety reasons or due to events outside of our control) that results in cancellation or change fees toward flights (or other parts of your travel) we will notify you as soon as practicable.
• You will be responsible for any associated costs or will otherwise have the right to a refund (less any costs incurred or paid to third parties).

Surcharges

• After completing your booking, your tour cost may be subject to additional surcharges due to factors beyond the control of Luxury Escapes.
• Where the cost of delivering your selected tour materially increases between the time of purchase and delivery, we reserve the right to increase the balance due. Increases may be in relation to, but not limited to, currency fluctuations, taxes, airfares, fuel surcharges, tour costs or government changes due to health and safety restrictions. A material increase will be considered one in excess of 10% of the package price.

Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.

Accommodation for the duration of your tour is included in the Tour package.

• You can find relevant accommodation details for each day of the itinerary on the Tour offer page, or in your ‘My Escapes’.

Please note:

• For the CARUS Hotel in Cappadocia: the hotel has a mix of cave rooms and stone rooms. They do not always guarantee availability of the cave rooms.
• Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.
• Rooms will be made available after 3pm on the day of arrival. Checkout on Day 22 is required by 6am. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request, subject to availability. Additional fees may apply.
• Maximum room capacity (Twin Room) is two adults. Maximum room capacity (Solo) is one adult.
• All special requests, such as those regarding bedding preferences, are subject to availability and can only be confirmed upon check-in. Room assignments and bedding configurations may vary based on the destination and hotel policies, and are handled directly by the hotel staff.

Cruise Cabin Sizes and Bedding Configuration

• This cruise includes the following cabin types:
  • Interior Stateroom: 14.7sqm in a twin share room or solo cabin room
  • Veranda Stateroom: 16.3sqm (interior), 3.7sqm (verandah) in a twin share room or solo cabin room
  • Oceanview Stateroom: 13.3sqm in a twin share room or solo cabin room

IMPORTANT:

• Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
• Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers or two adults for twin-share suites.
• Please contact the Luxury Escapes sales team on sales@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Pre- & Post-Tour Accommodation

Pre- and post-tour accommodation can be booked to extend your stay before or after your tour by contacting our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.

Luxury Escapes uses a range of accommodation partners. For pre- and post-tour accommodation options where we can offer the same hotel as the start and end of your tour, your pre- and post-tour accommodation will be booked independent of your tour. If the hotel for your tour changes, this will be independent of your pre- or post-tour accommodation booking. In this instance, change fees may apply on your pre- or post-tour accommodation. If you choose to change, change fees can be found in your ‘My Escapes’.

For pre- and post-tour accommodation bookings, you may be required to check out of your room and check in again on the first or last day of your tour. You will need to confirm these details directly with the hotel.

Please contact the Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Cruise Fine Print

Tour and cruise information:

• Tour portion (days 1—12): Minimum age is 10 years.
• Cruise portion (days 15—22): Azamara permits guests from 6 months of age onboard. However, passengers under 21 years must travel with a guardian aged 21 or older.
• Once checked out of the Grand Hyatt Athens on Day 15, you will need to make your own way to Athens’ Piraeus Port to start the cruise.
• The Azamara cruise portion of the tour (days 15—22) is unguided and has no maximum travellers. You will be sailing with other passengers as part of the regular cruise schedule.
• While all onboard meals are included in standard dining venues, additional costs apply for specialty restaurants.
• Shore excursions are not included in the Azamara cruise fare and are available at an additional cost.
• Shore excursions can be pre-booked through Azamara. Guests may pre-book and pay onboard, or simply book and pay during their cruise.
• All guests are required to embark by 5pm on 31 October 2026 and disembark by 6am on 7 November 2026.
• The onboard currency is US$.

Important information:

• Purchasing this package does not complete your cruise booking. A member of the Cruise Concierge team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address. You will then be required to complete your online check-in and print your e-ticket; you will also be able to add shore excursions, spa treatments etc.
• This cruise package is valid for the following departure date: 14 October 2026.

Booking Process

• Once your order is complete, you will receive your Luxury Escapes automated booking summary email (this is not your cruise confirmation). The Cruise Concierge team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address.
• Should you require assistance with your cruise, please contact our Cruise Concierge team at cruises@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey.

Important information:

• Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
• Some cabins may have obstructed views.
• Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers, two adults for twin-share staterooms.
• Wheelchair accessible cabins are not available. They are on application only prior to purchase. Surcharges may apply. Please contact the Luxury Escapes sales team on sales@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Health & Vaccinations

• Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
• Proof of vaccination is not usually required unless you are coming from an infected area.
• Proof of Yellow Fever vaccinations is required for entry into some countries. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
• Guests may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 from our ground operator prior to embarkation. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Cruises Concierge team on cruises@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
• Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.

Timing

• Timing provided on the itinerary is based on current schedules provided by Azamara Cruises.

Please note:

• We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.
• Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change. While the cruise line will make all reasonable efforts to provide a cruise in accordance with the published schedules and itineraries, factors such as weather, mechanical difficulties or other unforeseen circumstances may affect scheduled itineraries.
• Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.
• Please note this cruise is operated by one of our trusted partners. You will be contacted post-purchase with further details.

Your Azamara Quest Cruise inclusions:

• Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner across standard dining venues
• A swimming pool
• Sun-drenched decks
• Sanctum Spa
• 24-hour in-room dining
• Free-flow beer, wine and spirits
• World-class entertainment
• Laundry services
• Onboard gratuities

• Return international flights
• Visas
• Single supplement
• Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary
• Optional activities/tours, personal expenses/transfers not mentioned
• Travel insurance (required)
• Tips and gratuities
• Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.

• Optional experiences may be cancelled if minimum numbers to operate are not met. Final confirmation of your optional excursions and activities will be provided while on tour.
• Optional experiences can only be booked online up to 67 days prior to departure, dependent on your tour’s guidelines, via My Escapes or by contacting our dedicated Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com. After this time, bookings can be made through your guide while on the tour.
• All optional experiences are subject to availability.
• Optional experiences may be updated prior to departure to accommodate changes in weather, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances.
• Optional experiences that require flight bookings are on a request basis, subject to availability until booked and confirmed, and may incur surcharges.
• Optional experiences are non-refundable within 60 days of departure, unless cancelled due minimum numbers on tour not being met or unforeseen circumstances on tour.

Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon

• The optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia is weather-dependent and may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Should your experience be cancelled, your guide will endeavour to reschedule for the following morning, subject to availability.
• A weight restriction of 120kg applies to this experience. Passengers exceeding 120kg may be subject to an additional surcharge or required to confirm in advance with the operator to ensure proper safety precautions.

Cruise upgrade to the Veranda Stateroom or Oceanview Stateroom

• Enjoy the option to upgrade to the Veranda Stateroom (16.3sqm) or the Oceanview Stateroom (13.3sqm) both of which includes two beds convertable to a queen sized bed.

• Passengers are permitted one piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 23kg on tour.
• Passengers are permitted one additional, smaller piece of hand-luggage with a maximum weight of 7kg on tour.

Transfers

• Arrival and departure transfers are available on the first and last day of your tour only.
• On Day 1, please book your flights to arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) by 6pm. Your transfer will meet you on arrival and take you to your hotel. Check-in on Day 1 is at 3pm.
• Disembarkation and checkout on your final day is at 6am. Please book your flights to depart from Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) at any time. There is no airport transfer included to conclude your cruise, please plan accordingly.
• Airport transfers required between the hours of 8pm – 8am will incur a surcharge. Please contact the Tours Concierge Team for more information at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• If you have booked your pre- and post-tour accommodation through Luxury Escapes, transfers may be available for select tours (not available for Trusted Partner operated tours).
• For complimentary transfers to be fulfilled outside of arrival and departure date, all pre- and post-tour accommodation bookings must be booked through Luxury Escapes no later than 60 days before departure. After this time, any pre- or post-tour accommodation bookings made will not be eligible for complimentary transfers.
• If you have booked pre- or post-tour accommodation outside of Luxury Escapes, you will forfeit your complimentary airport transfers.
• Transfers are based on the package purchased. Twin room packages include one shared airport transfer for both travellers, regardless of differing arrival times. Solo transfers are only included with solo traveller packages. Additional transfers can be arranged at an extra cost.
• Flight information must be provided to Luxury Escapes 60 days prior to departure in order to book transfers.

Tipping

• Tipping and gratuities are not included in the package and are at your own discretion. As a guide, approximately US$10 for guides and US$5 for drivers per person, per day, is the industry standard.

Please Note:

• Bathing in Pamukkale is not allowed. It is strictly prohibited. Bathing is only permitted in the Antique Pool, which requires an additional entrance fee — however, the pool is currently under construction, so bathing is not possible.
• The night show on day 10 takes place in a typical cave venue in Cappadocia. Dinner is served at the hotel and afterwards, guests are taken to the evening show by vehicle.

Travel Insurance

• Travel insurance is required on all our tours, which (at a minimum) covers medical expenses and repatriation. You may not be permitted to join the tour group if evidence of travel insurance is not provided prior to your trip. If you are unable to obtain travel insurance for whatever reason, you may be required to sign a waiver and/or provide a letter from a medical practitioner which confirms you are fit for travel. For any enquiries regarding travel insurance, please call 1300 88 99 00 or email sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Passports & Visas

• A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they hold a current visa for the countries visited on tour. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
• You are responsible for visas, entry, health and other requirements, and any documents required by laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited. Luxury Escapes and/or its servants and agents are not responsible for passport and visa requirements or for any loss you sustain for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited.
• A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).

Traveller Details

• Traveller Details must be completed for each individual traveller.
• Travellers must advise of any medical conditions or dietary requirements. Failure to provide such information in advance of your tour may result in an inability to cater to your requirements.
• We work with exceptional local tour providers to present uniquely crafted packages that encompass sightseeing tours and excursions. Our tour provider partners are dedicated to making every effort to accommodate specific requirements. However, it should be noted that the extent to which they can address mobility and accessibility needs may vary, depending on the nature of the sightseeing tour and activities involved. Please contact tours@luxuryescapes.com so we can advise whether your specific needs can be accommodated.
• Special dietary requirements can be catered for in most cases, however, on occasion this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of unique ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry any necessary supplies with you.
• All travellers must notify us of special dietary requests at the time of booking. Although we will use reasonable endeavours to accommodate requests, we cannot guarantee requests will be met by suppliers. On tour, meals are prepared based on the availability of ingredients in each destination. Please keep in mind that specific meal requests may not be available at every stop.
• Please be advised that food and drink locations are not owned or operated by us. It is your responsibility to check that meals and drinks meet your requirements. We expressly disclaim any liability for meals or drinks that contain allergens.
• Passport details are required for all bookings. In some cases, a digital copy of your passport may be requested by Luxury Escapes to book certain elements of your trip.
• Names on your booking and in your traveller details need to match your passport. If incorrect, any fees incurred to make changes to internal flights for on-ground arrangements will be at the cost of the traveller.If a photo of your passport is requested, failure to provide valid photo ID will result in your booking being cancelled and all monies paid remaining non-refundable. When requested, a digital copy of your passport must be provided for each guest at least 90 days prior to your tour departure.
• Should you require any assistance with your Traveller Details, please contact our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.

Tour Pace

• It’s important to note that specific activities and intensity levels may vary between different tour operators and destinations. When selecting a group tour, it’s advisable to carefully review the itinerary, activity descriptions and fitness requirements to ensure a suitable match for your preferences and physical capabilities.
  • Relaxed: Leisurely pace with limited walking or physical demands. Opportunity for ample free time and leisure activities. Suitable for individuals seeking a laidback experience.
  • Moderate: Usually more than one day in a location. Balanced mix of exploration and physical engagement. Suitable for participants with a reasonable level of fitness. Exploring cities on foot, visiting landmarks and guided excursions. Requires a moderate level of stamina and physical activity.
  • Active: Activities most days. Generally, not staying in a location for two days or more. Suitable for participants with high fitness levels and a sense of adventure.

Travel Styles

• Fully Guided Tour: A dedicated tour director and driver will accompany you for the entire trip. In some cases, you may have different tour directors in different regions. If your tour spans multiple countries, any internal flights included will not be escorted.
• Partially Guided Tour: You’ll have a tour driver and local guides at specific locations or portions of the trip, but not the entire time. There might be different local guides for different regions.
• Self-Guided Tour: You will not have a guide for your trip. You will be provided detailed trip notes with elements, such as accommodation and transport, pre-booked for you.

Health and Fitness Acknowledgement:

• Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake the activities on this tour.
• There are limitations to the degree of accommodations that can be made if travellers are unable to partake in the included activities on this tour. Please consider suitability as additional costs could apply.
• Travellers also acknowledge and agree that neither we nor the tour provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor are we liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).

Your tour begins at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) and ends in Civitavecchia outside Rome.

Return flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately.  If your chosen tour departure date is guaranteed at the time of booking, you may be able to purchase flights immediately. If your tour departure date is not yet guaranteed (still pending minimum numbers), flights should not be booked until you receive an update on the status of your tour.

Return airport transfers are included in your tour on Day 1, as well as on Day 12 from Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul Pera to Istanbul Airport (IST).

Important: Please allow for travelling time from international countries. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive at your starting location on your chosen tour start date.

A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website, Visas Direct, to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa, please let us know and we will be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with all your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Important Destination Information:

Turkiye

Time zone: GMT+3

Telephone: +90

Currency: Turkish Lira

Tipping: Tips of 10-15% are customary for services at places such as restaurants, bars and hotels.

Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within the city. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas.

Language: Turkish

Climate: Cold, snowy winters (December-March) and hot, dry summers (June, July and August), though nights remain cool.

Dress code: Relaxed but respectful, especially when visiting religious institutions.

Albania

Time zone: GMT+1 (Central European Time)

Telephone: +355

Currency: Albanian Lek

Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within the city. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas. Most institutions will exchange money for you.

Language: Albanian

Climate: Two different climates. Expect a Mediterranean climate on the coast, characterised by hot, dry summers (June-September) and mild, rainy winters (December-March). In the interior of Croatia, winters can be cold, with temperatures often falling below 0°C.

Dress code: Relaxed but respectful, especially when visiting religious institutions.

Italy

Time zone: GMT+2

Telephone: +39

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within the city. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas.

Language: Italian

Climate: The climate varies between the north and the south of Italy. The north experiences very cold winters and very hot, humid summers. Central Italy is much milder with a less intense winter. The south experiences longer, warmer summers and much milder winters.

Dress code: Relaxed but respectful, especially when visiting religious institutions.