Arrival to Istanbul / Meet and Pick up / Transfer to Hotel
Istanbul - Arrive in Istanbul. Meet at the Airport (or your hotel), and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul (4 Star or High-Class Boutique Hotel)
Full Day Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (Best of Istanbul City Tour)
Topkapi Palace - The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. **closed on Tuesdays and replaced with Basilica Cistern.
Hagia Sophia Mosque - The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
Blue Mosque - One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th-century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets.
Hippodrome - The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi, and the fountain of Wilhelm II.
Grand Bazaar - In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt even the non-shoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewelry, leather, and souvenirs.
Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish, etc.
Bosphorus Strait - Bosphorus Cruise: through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.
Departure / Transfer to Airport or Cruise Ship Port
Istanbul - Pick up from your Hotel and transfer to Airport or Cruise Ship Port according to your departure time.
- Professional guide
- 3 nights accommodation
- Breakfast
- Drinks
- Entrance Fees to the Museums and Sites
One of the unique things about Istanbul is the fact the city spans two Continents and this is an opportunity to explore both sides, which is separated by the Bosphorous River. On the first day you will be taken to the more famous historical landmarks on the European side including the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. After lunch this will be followed by the St Sophia Church and the Grand Bazaar. On your second day we you will sail along part of the Bosphorous where you can admire many of the old palaces which are sitting alongside some of Istanbul’s more modern residences. The highlight of the day will be the two minute crossing from Europe to Asia and finishing up on the Camlica Hill, which offers the best views of Istanbul and the Bosphorous.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
