Eid al-Fitr Grand Lesvos Tour – 3 Days & 2 Nights

All Tours & Greek Taverna Night Included for 2 Nights & 3 Days

A Schengen Visa or Port Visa is required for Turkish citizens.

Day 1: Departure & Lesvos City Tour

Our journey begins with the first light of the morning! We depart from the following locations:

• 05:00 – Üçkuyular Shell
• 05:10 – Across from Göztepe Pier
• 05:20 – Sabancı Cultural Center
• 05:30 – Alsancak Train Station
• 05:40 – Karşıyaka Monument
• 05:50 – Across from Bostanlı Pier
• 06:00 – Mavişehir Egepark

We head towards Ayvalık to embark on a wonderful journey across the deep blue Aegean waters and explore Lesvos, the northern gem of Greece. After securing our places on the ferry, we enjoy a pleasant sea voyage to Lesvos. Upon arrival at the Lesvos Port, we complete customs procedures and begin our city tour.

Our tour includes visits to:

• Hagios Therapondas Church
• Ermou Street
• Hagia Athanasios Metropolitan Church
• Yeni Cami (New Mosque)
• Turkish Bath
• Historic Roman Agora

During our free time in the city center, you can taste and purchase local products such as cheese, mastic, and ouzo. Following our city exploration, we enjoy a delightful lunch break.

After lunch, we visit:

• Pappados Village, famous for its olive oil
• Paleokipos Village, the birthplace of Barbaros Hayreddin Pasha
• Ayasos Mountain Village, known for its woodcarving, ceramics, and lacework

Here, we explore the marketplace, visit the famous pilgrimage site, the Church of the Virgin Mary, and enjoy a coffee break.

Afterward, we head to our hotel. Guests can choose to have dinner at the hotel or experience the Greek cuisine in a traditional setting. After dinner, you can explore the vibrant nightlife of Lesvos and enjoy music and entertainment.

Day 2: The Fossil Forest, Sigri & Eresos Tour

After breakfast, we check out from the hotel and head towards the western part of the island, famous for the best beaches and the world-renowned Fossil Forest.

First, we visit Sigri, a unique coastal village featuring an island in the middle of the bay. This area is home to the Lesvos Fossil Forest, formed 20 million years ago due to volcanic activity. It contains giant sequoia trees preserved as fossils.

We visit the Lesvos Fossil Forest Natural History Museum (entrance fee €5 per person – extra), where you can see fossilized trees and learn about the geological history of the region. We also explore:

• The Ottoman Castle of Sigri (built in 1757)
• The old mosque converted into a village church

Next, we proceed to Eresos, the birthplace of the great lyric poet Sappho. We stop by the Sappho Statue and visit Skala Eresos, known for its beautiful sandy beach and lively atmosphere.

Here, we enjoy a swimming and lunch break before returning to our hotel.

In the evening, we indulge in an unforgettable Greek night (Taverna) with traditional island cuisine and live Bouzouki music.

Day 3: Petra, Molyvos & Mantamados Tour

After breakfast, we depart for Petra, where we visit the 114-step monastery at the top of the village. The monastery still holds active religious ceremonies. Afterward, we enjoy free time for shopping in Petra's local markets.

Next, we visit Molyvos, a UNESCO-awarded town famous for its Ottoman Mosque, historic fountain, and charming stone-paved streets. We explore the town with a guided tour before stopping for lunch and a swimming break.

In the afternoon, we head to Mantamados, a village famous for:

• The Church of Archangel Michael, home to a sacred icon said to be made from human blood
• Handmade ceramics and delicious honey yogurt

We then return to the island's capital, passing by Sarlıca Palace, a historic luxury Ottoman-era hotel with natural sulfur springs. Our journey continues through Thermi Village, and we arrive at Lesvos Port in the evening.

After completing customs procedures, we take the 17:00 ferry back to Ayvalık, followed by a comfortable return journey to İzmir.

Important Information

• Comfortable Transportation: Depending on the group size, modern vehicles with 17, 29, 31, 46, or 54 seats will be used.
• Tourist Taxes: Port and hotel visitor taxes in Greece are to be paid by participants.
• Force Majeure: In case of unexpected weather conditions or technical issues, accommodation expenses outside the tour itinerary are not covered by the agency.
• Tour Start & End Point: The tour starts and ends at Lesvos Port. Transfer services are not included and are available at an additional cost.
• Tour Schedule: Tours generally start between 10:00 - 11:00 AM and end by 5:00 - 6:00 PM. Guests are requested to adhere to the schedule.
• Entry Restrictions: Passports with a North Cyprus (KKTC) stamp cannot enter Greece.

This comprehensive tour guarantees a perfect blend of history, nature, gastronomy, and entertainment, ensuring an unforgettable holiday experience on Lesvos Island! 🌊🌿🇬🇷