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Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
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Overview
Explore Istanbul; where Asia meets Europe and was capital for 3 different empires. Walk on the ancient street of the historical peninsula and witness monuments bearing the traces of 3 different empires such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome. Learn history about Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans and Modern Turks from your expert local guide. Take photos from the best photoshoot points, experience shopping with locals in Grand Bazaar. Enjoy cruising on Bosphorus and watch traditional Turkish Dance Shows, taste typical Turkish food and enjoy the panoramic view of Ottoman Mansions, Ortkaoy Mosque, and Bosphorus Bridge
What's included
2 night accommadation in Istanbul
Lunch
Transfer services from/to Airports
Meal plan as mentioned in the itinerary
Breakfast
Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Beverage with meals
Tip to Guide&Driver
Personal Expenses
Entry tickets to Historical sites
What to expect
Day 1: Arrival Istanbul
1h · Admission ticket included
Upon arrival Istanbul Airport greeted by your driver and drive to your hotel. Check in and rest of the day is yours to explore the city
Day 2: Treasures of Istanbul
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
1h · Admission ticket not included
Hagia Sophia; Meaning Divine Wisdom, Hagia Sophia was the largest building on earth barring the Egyptian Pyramids or the Great Wall of China. Today's Hagia Sophia was built by Emperor Justinian in 537AD. It was the religious center of the city during the Byzantine period. It was used as a church for 916 years and as a mosque for 481 years, In 1934, by the order of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk it was converted into a museum, and since it is open to visitors.
TopkapI Palace
2h · Admission ticket not included
Topkapi Palace; As well as being the imperial residence of the Sultan, the palace was also the seat of government for the ottoman empire. It housed the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years until the Dolmabahçe palace was built. In 1924 it was converted into a museum. Today it is famous with harem, royal treasury, and holy relics sections
Hippodrome
30m
Hippodrome; Built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203AD, during the Roman period hippodrome was the civil center for the people of the city where once 100,000 spectators could be held. Located in the heart of Sultanahmet surrounded by Blue mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace, today it is home to The Egyptian Obelisk (Dikilitaş), The Serpentine Column(Burma sütun), The Constantine Column, and German Fountain.
Blue Mosque
1h
Blue Mosque; Built by the Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I in the year 1616, it is located opposite the Hagia Sophia. Blue mosque today is one of the most famous landmarks of the old city with its famous six minarets and magnificent dome. Although it is officially called Sultanahmet Mosque, the name Blue Mosque was given to it by the visitors because of the amazing blue tiles decorating the interior walls.
Grand Bazaar
2h
Grand Bazaar; With 18 entrances and more than 4000 shops it is one of the greatest bazaars in the world. It was built between 1455-1461 by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror. Today, shops selling the same kind of merchandise tend to be congregated in their own streets or inns as it was the original Ottoman system.
Day 3: Cruisin on Bosphorus&Spice Bazaar
Misir Carsisi
2h
Spice Bazaar; Built-in 1664 it is on an ‘L’ shape with six gates. It was called Egyptian Bazaar during the ottoman period because shopkeepers used to sell herbs and spices brought throughout Egypt and Asia. Today still many spice shops and herb specialists are continuing their business there, You can get the mesmerizing spice smells from a mile away.
Bosphorus Strait
1h · Admission ticket included
Cruising on Bosphorus; where you will enjoy a magnificent view. Great history and beautiful nature. The Bosphorus divides EUROPE & ASIA geographically but connects culturally & historically. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, Rustem Pasa Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and further along with the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. This cruise will be the highlights of your trip in Istanbul.
1h · Admission ticket included
At the end of the tour drive you back to your hotel, take your luggage, and drive you to Istanbul airport/bus station for your next destination. End of our service.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Upon your arrival to Istanbul airport / centrally located Istanbul hotels
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entrance fees are excluded (Your guide will have skıp-the-line tıckets, so you will skip long ticket lines)
Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and Basilica Cistern Cistern will be visited instead
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
Some historical sites may be closed during religious or national holidays. Before booking the tour, you can contact our team and confirm whether there will be a closed sites for the dates you want to take the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
