Greece & Turkey Travel Review: Cappadocia, Crete, Istanbul, Izmir, Athens, Cave Visits, Balloon Ride, Historical Tours

Review by traveler

Virginia F.

5.25.2022

General Info

Traveler Review

Which Country (Countries) did you visit on this trip?

Greece

Turkey

Your overall comments on the trip and the travel company:

I booked a trip with this travel company from a Zicasso referral. Originally the trip was booked for September of 2021. However, due to a family medical emergency, I postponed the trip until May of 2022. The agency was very understanding and supportive, issuing credits for all bookings. As with any trip, there are always things I’d probably do differently but there’s no way to know when there’s no familiarity with the countries and specific destinations.

Panos went above and beyond accommodating us and our itinerary changes. My travel companion asked to change a hotel reservation in Athens which was done. I regret not keeping the original reservation at a better hotel. The transfers were always on time in comfortable vans.

The accommodations in Cappadocia were amazing. That experience was by far our favorite.

Turkey and Greece are special countries steeped in mythological history and ruins. I highly recommend the trip to anyone.

What were the most enjoyable or memorable parts of your trip?

Cappadocia was by far the highlight, visiting caves, a dawn balloon ride, and a private tour with a well-versed historian. We stayed in a cave hotel that was over the top. We really enjoyed Crete as well and were happy we spent 4 days there.

If you could take your trip again, what would you do differently?

If doing the trip again, I’d use transfer companies for transport from Istanbul to Cappadocia and Izmir. I think it would have been easier and more economical so we could have better hotel accommodations in Istanbul and Athens.

I would spend more time communicating what I wanted in terms of hotels.

Travel Company Comments:

Dear Virginia,

I would like to thank you for taking the time to write such a great review for our services. I am glad you enjoyed both countries and that this was overall a great trip for you!

It was my pleasure to work with you in organizing your trip, and catering for your last minute cancellation and avoiding the cancellation fees.

Regarding your accommodations: Of course our portfolio includes a wide range of superior and luxury hotels with excellent locations, which we use for our clients and have excellent feedback.

I had suggested these hotels to you. However, due to your tight budget, you asked me to downgrade and book 3 star hotels.

Flights are the best way and most comfortable way to travel long distance. This is the reason we do not suggest land transport between Istanbul to Cappadocia (minimum 9 hour drive), or between Cappadocia and Izmir (minimum 10 hour drive). This would have caused you great discomfort and the price may even be higher than taking a flight.

Once again thank you for your review, and for allowing us to organize your vacation.

Sincerely

Panos