Istanbul Trip Overview
The very first time, we have combined Istanbul’s historical and the local places tour with the full-day Asian side, including the hidden gems of Istanbul.
You will explore the historical and the cultural local life of Istanbul in 3 Days Private Guided Istanbul Tour. The European and Asian sides are awaiting you.
Do not miss this unique tour! Book the Guided Istanbul Trip then start a journey in Istanbul’s amazing atmosphere. Enjoy the private Istanbul tour with the Asian side.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey
The very first time, we have combined Istanbul’s historical and the local places tour with the full-day Asian side, including the hidden gems of Istanbul.
You will explore the historical and the cultural local life of Istanbul in 3 Days Private Guided Istanbul Tour. The European and Asian sides are awaiting you.
Do not miss this unique tour! Book the Guided Istanbul Trip then start a journey in Istanbul’s amazing atmosphere. Enjoy the private Istanbul tour with the Asian side.
Itinerary
Day 1: Private Guided Istanbul Old City Tour
Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
An Ottoman imperial mosque that Sultan Ahmet built between 1609-1616. Even if it is called officially as Sultanahmet Mosque, the travelers named the Blue Mosque after they saw the blue tiles inside.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkey
An ancient chariot races U-shaped stadium with 100,000 spectators. Even though the Hippodrome had lost its seats, walls, and much of the remainings, the three monuments are still standing: the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and Constantine Columns.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Once was the heart of the Ottoman Empire as a residential palace and headquarters. Sultan Mehmet II built the palace in the 15th century, and then it became the center of the Ottoman Empire. Since 1924, The Topkapi Palace serves as a museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Built by the Roman Emperor Justinian between 532-537 and became the highest and the biggest cathedral globally. The church was converted into a mosque by the Ottomans in the 15th century and became a museum in 1934. Hagia Sophia lost its museum status in July 2020 and has become a mosque again. Like the other mosques, Hagia Sophia is open to visitors.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
The oldest and the largest functioning market globally that it houses over 4,000 stores, 61 streets, and completely covered. Sultan Mehmet II built the Grand Bazaar in the 15th century; then, it was enlarged by the following sultans. Your guide will be more than happy to help you find your masterpiece of Turkish art upon your request.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Private Guided Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
Bosphorus Cruise: The strait divides Istanbul into two continents and stretches about 32 km between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara. Along the Bosphorus, there are many settlements to see, such as great Palaces, hotels, yali (private houses), etc. While you are on the boat, you will see the highlights of the Bosphorus including the Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Çırağan Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, Küçüksu Palace, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge ( the second bridge on the Bosphorus), Maiden’s Tower to name a few.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Dolmabahce Palace, Visnezade Mahallesi Dolmabahce Cd, Istanbul 34357 Turkey
Built by the Ottoman Sultan Abdulmejid between 1843-1856 as the residential palace for the Ottoman royal family. The palace was designed by the Armenian architects Garabet Balyan, Nigogayos Balyan, and Evans Kalfa. Dolmabahce Palace contains 285 rooms, 6 baths, 46 halls.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Taksim Square, Gumussuyu Mh., Istanbul 34435 Turkey
For the majority of the residents, Taksim Square and Istiklal Street are the heart of Istanbul, where the cafes and the restaurants are located along the pedestrianized avenue. The Street stretches between Taksim Square and the Galata Tower, which is 1,4 kilometers (0.87 miles).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu – Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkey
Built by Turhan Hatice, the Sultan Mehmed IV mother, between 1660-1665. The market is the center for spice trade in Istanbul, where you can even find sweets such as Turkish Delights, Baklava, and souvenirs.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Istanbul Asian Side Tour
Stop At: Kadıköy/İstanbul, Turkey
With its historic buildings, cozy streets, traditional restaurants, cafes, bars, and shopping areas, Kadıköy is one of Istanbul’s most attractive, popular districts. Besides these elements, Kadıköy consists of some neighborhoods; Moda, Bahariye, Fenerbahçe, Sanatçılar (artisans) Street and Tellalzade Street are worth visiting.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Uskudar, Uskudar, Istanbul
The district was called Khyrsopolis, which means “the golden city” in ancient times. Uskudar is the most historical district of the Asian side with the Ottoman Mosques. The most well-known symbol of the district is the Maiden’s Tower.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kuzguncuk, 34674 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
This is the first Istanbul’s Jewish settlement that it is unknown when they settled exactly. The sources of the 17th century say that Kuzguncuk was a small Jewish settlement. Today, Kuzguncuk is famous for the colorful wooden classical Turkish, Roman private houses.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Beylerbeyi, Uskudar, Istanbul 34676 Turkey
One of the most beautiful Istanbul neighborhoods was located by the Bosphorus Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace. It is famous for its cafes and seafood restaurants. You should take a seat and have a cup of Turkish Coffee and feel the breeze of the Bosphorus
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Çengelköy, 34680 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey
The neighborhood was called Sophianai, which derived from the Roman Palace, built by the Roman Emperor Justinian II in the 6th century. There were the most beautiful Ottoman mansions, which are cafes and restaurants today. Once, they used to grow the most delicious cucumbers in Çengelköy.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Anadolu Hisarı, 34810 Beykoz/İstanbul, Turkey
The name of the neighborhood derives from an Ottoman Fortress built by the Ottoman Sultan Yildirim Bayezid between 1393-1394, long before Istanbul’s conquest by the Ottomans. Anadolu Hisarı neighborhood contains an Ottoman pavilion which s called Küçüksu pavilion, built by the Ottoman Sultan Abdulmejid in the 19th century.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
