Istanbul Trip Overview
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.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey
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.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival to Istanbul / Meet and Pick up / Transfer to Hotel
Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
Arrive to Istanbul. Meet at the Airport (or your hotel), and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul (4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel)
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Lady Diana Hotel, Avicenna Hotel, or Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)
Day 2: Full Day Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (Best of Istanbul City Tour)
Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
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 replaces with Basilica Cistern.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
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 minarest.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkey
The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is included at Hotel
• Lunch: Full Course Lunch at a Local Turkish Restaurant
Accommodation included: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Lady Diana Hotel, Avicenna Hotel, or Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)
Day 3: Full Day Bosphorus Cruise and Asia Tour
Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu – Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkey
mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
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.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Dolmabahce Palace, Visnezade Mahallesi Dolmabahce Cd, Istanbul 34357 Turkey
The last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier. **Closed on Mondays and Thursdays, replaces with Pierre Lotti Hill.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Bosphorus Bridge, Kuzguncuk Mahallesi 15, Istanbul Turkey
Unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Full Course Lunch at Local Turkish Restaurant
Accommodation included: Overnight at 4 Star or High Class Boutique Hotel (Lady Diana Hotel, Avicenna Hotel, or Recital Hotel Sultanahmet)
Day 4: Departure / Transfer to Airport or Cruise Ship Port
Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
Pick up from your Hotel and transfer to Airport or Cruise Ship Port according to your departure time.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
