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Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
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Hagia Sophia (Exterior). Walk across the peaceful Sultanahmet Square to admire Hagia Sophia as the city slowly comes to life. Discover how this extraordinary monument served as both a Byzantine cathedral and an Ottoman mosque for nearly 1,500 years.
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Blue Mosque
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Blue Mosque (Exterior). Experience the magnificent Blue Mosque without the daytime crowds. The soft morning light creates the perfect atmosphere for unforgettable photos while your guide shares fascinating stories about the Ottoman Empire.
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Hippodrome
10m
Stroll through the ancient Hippodrome, once the social and sporting heart of the Byzantine Empire. See the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and German Fountain while the square remains wonderfully quiet.
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TopkapI Palace
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Topkapi Palace Gardens (Exterior). Walk toward the gates of the legendary Topkapi Palace. Learn about the lives of Ottoman sultans while enjoying panoramic views before the crowds arrive.
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Gulhane Park
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Step into one of Istanbul's oldest and most beautiful parks as the city slowly awakens. Wander beneath centuries-old trees, enjoy peaceful pathways, and take in panoramic views of the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn from the park's scenic terraces.
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Bosphorus Strait
30m · Admission ticket included
First Bosphorus Ferry to Asia. Board one of the first public ferries of the day and cruise across the Bosphorus alongside local commuters.
Enjoy spectacular views of:
Historic Peninsula
Galata Tower
Maiden's Tower
Topkapi Palace
The awakening skyline of Istanbul
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1h
Traditional Turkish Breakfast. Arrive on Istanbul's Asian side and enjoy a leisurely Turkish breakfast at a carefully selected waterfront restaurant.
Your breakfast may include:
Village cheeses
Olives
Tomatoes and cucumbers
Homemade jams and honey
Menemen (Turkish-style scrambled eggs)
Fresh bread
Unlimited Turkish tea
Relax and soak in the beautiful Bosphorus views while experiencing Istanbul like a local.