THE PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY
Go beyond the view
Explore underground cities, valleys and rock formations, with portrait sessions; balloon availability and participation terms are to be confirmed. Explore historic Istanbul, Balat and the Bosphorus for architecture, street scenes and urban life. Photograph Santorini’s white villages, coastline and portraits, then explore the Acropolis and Athens landmarks.
Cappadocia landscapes
Explore underground cities, valleys and rock formations, with portrait sessions; balloon availability and participation terms are to be confirmed.
Istanbul’s streets and landmarks
Explore historic Istanbul, Balat and the Bosphorus for architecture, street scenes and urban life.
Santorini and Athens
Photograph Santorini’s white villages, coastline and portraits, then explore the Acropolis and Athens landmarks.
The journey in pictures
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PHOTOGRAPHY LEADERS
A different way of seeing

Limei Li
Specializes in children's portraits, portrait photography and mobile photography. She has worked in professional photography travel and portraiture since 2012. She regularly provides mobile photography training for the municipal and Pingshan procuratorates, Agricultural Bank of China, rural commercial banks, the water group, China Southern Power Grid, the municipal planning and land commission, the ocean administration, Jiuzhou Construction, Marriott's fitness club, the BMW owners' club and other organizations. Photography journeys She has led groups to the Balkans, Russia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Japan, Chiang Mai, Turkey, Semporna, Singapore, Iran, Israel, Italy, India, Indonesia, Jordan and Vietnam, as well as Anhui, Beijing, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Henan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Inner Mongolia, Shanghai, Sichuan, Suzhou, Hong Kong, Xinjiang, Yunnan and Zhejiang. Selected awards and exhibitions Excellence awards in the Hantu Imaging China WeChat competition, Charming China National Photography Exhibition, Toronto International TIPF documentary category and Sirui Mobile Photography Competition; gold in the documentary category of the Shenhong Photography Competition; work exhibited at the Dali and Vancouver international photography exhibitions.
THE DAYS AHEAD
A rhythm shaped by light
DAY 01Oct 9 · Europe/IstanbulHong Kong–Istanbul overnight flight
Take an overnight flight to Istanbul. Reference flight TK071 leaves Hong Kong at 22:30 on October 9 and arrives at 05:50 the following day. Connections and meeting arrangements are to be confirmed.
Accommodation:Overnight flight; no hotel planned
DAY 02Oct 10 · Europe/IstanbulIstanbul–Cappadocia
Connect at Istanbul Airport for Cappadocia. After pickup, check into a cave hotel Suggested flights: Istanbul–Cappadocia TK2002/08:15/09:35
Accommodation:Cappadocia cave hotel; property to be confirmed
DAY 03Oct 11 · Europe/IstanbulCappadocia
Visit Kaymakli underground city, Pigeon Valley, Devrent Valley, Uchisar and Goreme viewpoints. Balloon availability, participation terms and any additional payment are to be confirmed. Visit order depends on weather and local conditions.
Accommodation:Cappadocia cave hotel; property to be confirmed
DAY 04Oct 12 · Europe/IstanbulCappadocia–Istanbul
Chase sunrise and balloons in Cappadocia in a vintage car Suggested flights: Cappadocia–Istanbul TK2007 15:50–17:25
Accommodation:Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed
DAY 05Oct 13 · Europe/IstanbulHistoric Istanbul
Visit Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque, followed by an evening Bosphorus cruise and city photography.
Accommodation:Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed
DAY 06Oct 14 · Europe/IstanbulIstanbul neighbourhoods
Explore European artistic charm on a city walk: colorful Balat, the Grand Bazaar, Sirkeci Lokantasi1912, Istiklal Avenue, Galata Tower, and more. Browse, explore, and take photographs; stop at any café when tired, keeping the day relaxed and carefree.
Accommodation:Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed
DAY 07Oct 15 · Europe/IstanbulIstanbul–Athens–Santorini
Stay in Oia, Santorini's most charming village, and seek the blue-domed church featured on countless postcards. Walk winding cliffside paths and enjoy magnificent cliff-and-sea views in the evening breeze, then find the best sunset viewpoint and await the sun sinking into the Aegean. Suggested flights: Istanbul–Athens A3991/10:40/12:10 Athens–Santorini A3368/15:05/15:55
Accommodation:Oia, Santorini; hotel to be confirmed
DAY 08Oct 16 · Europe/IstanbulFira, Santorini
Explore lively Fira and ride the cable car connecting the old port to the town centre. Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thera for an in-depth look at the island's archaeological history. Enjoy afternoon tea in an atmospheric café and on a terrace overlooking the caldera.
Accommodation:Santorini; continued stay to be confirmed
DAY 09Oct 17 · Europe/IstanbulSantorini beaches
Explore the distinctive volcanic Red Beach and Kamari Beach with its characteristic black pebbles. Sunbathe on spacious Perissa Beach. As night approaches, enjoy fresh seafood at a cliffside restaurant while admiring a beautiful sunset.
Accommodation:Santorini; continued stay to be confirmed
DAY 10Oct 18 · Europe/IstanbulSantorini–Athens
Have lunch in central Athens, then check into a hotel below the Acropolis for a short rest. Walk to the Acropolis in the afternoon, climb the hill crowned by the Parthenon, and overlook the city while experiencing ancient Greece's glory. Suggested flight: Santorini–Athens A3355/11:35/12:25
Accommodation:Near the Acropolis, Athens; hotel to be confirmed
DAY 11Oct 19 · Europe/IstanbulAthens city and antiquities
Visit the archaeological museum, the Athens Library, University and Academy, then Syntagma Square, the National Garden and Panathenaic Stadium. Photograph city views from Lycabettus Hill toward evening.
Accommodation:Athens; continued stay to be confirmed
DAY 12Oct 20 · Europe/IstanbulAthens–Beijing overnight flight
Check out after breakfast and travel to the airport. Reference flight CA864 leaves Athens at 14:15 and arrives in Beijing at 05:05 the following day. The onward reference service is CA1331 to Shenzhen, 08:00–11:25; its connecting date and booking are to be confirmed.
Accommodation:Overnight return flight; no hotel planned
DAY 13Oct 21 · Europe/IstanbulArrival in China
Arrive back in China, concluding a delightful photography trip
Accommodation:End of trip
Trip staff
- Photography leader · Limei Li
- Up to 5 travelers
- IncludedAccompanying photography, editing, support and trip planning.
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Photography leader · Limei Li Up to 5 travelers Included · Accompanying photography, editing, support and trip planning. Included · Before departure: The logistics team purchases travel insurance, books hotels, and organizes and plans the itinerary, giving everyone an overall understanding of the photography journey;
Transport
- ExcludedRound-trip transport between your departure city and the destination;
- ExcludedChartered vehicle expenses within the itinerary;
Travel details and reference schedules
These are reference services for the instructor, not mandatory flights for participants. Confirm group operation, schedules and connections before booking. October 9: Hong Kong–Istanbul TK071, 22:30–05:50 next day. October 10: Istanbul–Cappadocia TK2002, 08:15–09:35. October 12: Cappadocia–Istanbul TK2007, 15:50–17:25. October 15: Istanbul–Athens A3991, 10:40–12:10; Athens–Santorini A3368, 15:05–15:55. October 18: Santorini–Athens A3355, 11:35–12:25. October 20: Athens–Beijing CA864, 14:15–05:05 next day. Beijing–Shenzhen CA1331, 08:00–11:25; connecting date is to be confirmed.
Photography
- Cappadocia landscapes
- Istanbul’s streets and landmarks
- Santorini and Athens
Photography details
Cappadocia landscapes Explore underground cities, valleys and rock formations, with portrait sessions; balloon availability and participation terms are to be confirmed. Istanbul’s streets and landmarks Explore historic Istanbul, Balat and the Bosphorus for architecture, street scenes and urban life. Santorini and Athens Photograph Santorini’s white villages, coastline and portraits, then explore the Acropolis and Athens landmarks. Cappadocia landscapes Istanbul’s streets and landmarks Santorini and Athens Included · Accompanying photography, editing, support and trip planning. Included · Before departure: The logistics team purchases travel insurance, books hotels, and organizes and plans the itinerary, giving everyone an overall understanding of the photography journey; Included · During the trip: An accompanying travel photographer photographs you on location, records the beautiful scenery, and captures your memorable travel portraits!
Accommodation
- 12 nights
- Planned overnight arrangements; properties, room types and bookings are subject to confirmation.
- IncludedBefore departure: The logistics team purchases travel insurance, books hotels, and organizes and plans the itinerary, giving everyone an overall understanding of the photography journey;
Accommodation details
Planned overnight arrangements; properties, room types and bookings are subject to confirmation. Day 1: Overnight flight; no hotel planned Day 2: Cappadocia cave hotel; property to be confirmed Day 3: Cappadocia cave hotel; property to be confirmed Day 4: Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed Day 5: Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed Day 6: Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed Day 7: Oia, Santorini; hotel to be confirmed Day 8: Santorini; continued stay to be confirmed Day 9: Santorini; continued stay to be confirmed Day 10: Near the Acropolis, Athens; hotel to be confirmed Day 11: Athens; continued stay to be confirmed Day 12: Overnight return flight; no hotel planned Day 13: End of trip Day 1 · 2027-10-09 Overnight flight; no hotel planned Day 2 · 2027-10-10 Cappadocia cave hotel; property to be confirmed Day 3 · 2027-10-11 Cappadocia cave hotel; property to be confirmed Day 4 · 2027-10-12 Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed Day 5 · 2027-10-13 Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed Day 6 · 2027-10-14 Istanbul; hotel to be confirmed Day 7 · 2027-10-15 Oia, Santorini; hotel to be confirmed Day 8 · 2027-10-16 Santorini; continued stay to be confirmed Day 9 · 2027-10-17 Santorini; continued stay to be confirmed Day 10 · 2027-10-18 Near the Acropolis, Athens; hotel to be confirmed Day 11 · 2027-10-19 Athens; continued stay to be confirmed Day 12 · 2027-10-20 Overnight return flight; no hotel planned Day 13 · 2027-10-21 End of trip 12 nights Planned overnight arrangements; properties, room types and bookings are subject to confirmation. Included · Before departure: The logistics team purchases travel insurance, books hotels, and organizes and plans the itinerary, giving everyone an overall understanding of the photography journey; Excluded · Accommodation throughout in twin rooms. Anyone requesting single occupancy throughout must pay an additional supplement;
Meals
- ExcludedMeals within the itinerary;
Visa
- To be confirmed by the operator
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Know what is included
Public prices may change. Checkout quotes expire at a stated time; your confirmed order records its price and payment deadlines.
Included
Accompanying photography, editing, support and trip planning.
Before departure: The logistics team purchases travel insurance, books hotels, and organizes and plans the itinerary, giving everyone an overall understanding of the photography journey;
During the trip: An accompanying travel photographer photographs you on location, records the beautiful scenery, and captures your memorable travel portraits!
Complimentary travel accident insurance; coverage and insured limits are to be confirmed.
Not included
Round-trip transport between your departure city and the destination;
Meals within the itinerary;
Chartered vehicle expenses within the itinerary;
Admission tickets listed in the itinerary;
Accommodation throughout in twin rooms. Anyone requesting single occupancy throughout must pay an additional supplement;
Other additional service fees not listed;
In exceptional circumstances involving force majeure, such as natural disasters, war, strikes, or airline delays or cancellations, the organizing team reserves the right to cancel or alter the itinerary. Additional expenses, including extended accommodation abroad, meals, transport, or national airfare adjustments, may be charged based on the actual additional expenditure incurred. We will nevertheless do everything within our ability to minimise participants' losses;
Invoice taxes are excluded; any additional payment for an invoice is to be confirmed.
Single-room supplements, additional local expenses and the final total must be confirmed in writing.
BEFORE YOU GO
What to know before you go
Availability and booking
Let us know if you’re interested in this trip. Availability is not updated in real time, so please contact us to check whether the trip is confirmed, how many places are available, and the final total and booking terms.
Trip information
[Transport] 1. Flights arranged by the organizing team use economy-class group tickets. Before tickets are issued, check the airline's rules for changes and refunds. 2. Flight, road and boat journey times may vary with conditions on the day. 3. The airlines and flight times listed are for guidance only. Flight changes may require minor adjustments to the itinerary. Please follow the final trip details sent before departure. [Accommodation] The total is based on two people sharing a room. We'll try to match solo travelers with a roommate of the same gender. If you prefer not to share, or no roommate is available, you must pay a single supplement for your own room. [Group meals] We aim to serve meals suited to Chinese tastes. We make sure everyone has enough to eat. [Photography] 1. Photography sessions follow the itinerary, but conditions on the day may affect how long we spend at each location. 2. Read the itinerary carefully and choose a trip that suits your health and circumstances. Skipping part of the itinerary for health or other personal reasons, or choosing not to use the arranged accommodation or transport, counts as voluntary withdrawal from those arrangements. You are responsible for your own safety while not taking part in the itinerary. 3. Stay with the group during photography sessions unless you have permission to leave. This does not apply during free time. The organizing team is not responsible for accidents that occur while you are away from the group. 4. Typhoons, blizzards or other events beyond our control may require changes to the itinerary. [Fuel surcharges] The organizing team reserves the right to adjust the amount payable if fluctuations in global oil markets lead to a substantial rise in fuel surcharges. If the team can absorb the increase, the amount payable will remain unchanged. [Before departure] 1. We'll send your final trip details no later than the day before departure. If arrangements are confirmed sooner, we'll let you know as soon as possible. 2. If the online itinerary differs from the final trip details sent before departure, the final trip details take precedence. [Optional activities at your own expense] Under the Tourism Law provisions prohibiting travel agencies from arranging optional paid activities, please contact the provider directly for details, charges and bookings if you wish to take part. If you need language assistance from a guide or tour leader, any help is provided in a personal capacity, whether paid or unpaid. It is not provided on behalf of the organizing team or the local tour operator. The organizing team is not involved in the payments, transactions or service standards for activities during free time. You are responsible for the outcome of those arrangements.
Shared expenses and booking
Participants share travel expenses, including transport, meals, accommodation, guides, arranged photography, supplies and the instructor's expenses. Everyone must contribute to the instructor's meals and accommodation, even if they skip a meal or overnight stay themselves. Photography, editing, support and planning are charged separately.
Your photographs and transport
The planned photo package averages at least two personal photographs with basic editing and four photographs for the group per day. Within thirty working days of the trip, you will receive twenty retouched personal photographs and twenty landscape or cultural photographs by email. There are no further revisions after delivery. We also provide advice on clothing before the trip, guidance on posing and opportunities to discuss photography. The plan allows two seats per participant in the private vehicle, with final vehicle arrangements still to be confirmed.
Itinerary notes
Photography locations, accommodations and transportation are subject to final confirmation before departure. Weather and local conditions may affect the itinerary.
Daily arrangements may change with weather, transport and local conditions. Unspecified arrangements are to be confirmed with the operator.
Itinerary dates use Europe/Istanbul. Flight, transfer and other times follow the time zone stated for each location. Please confirm any time without a stated time zone before departure.
