Istanbul Trip Overview
Discover the best of Istanbul on a full-day tour that covers the city by land and boat. Travel on a comfortable minibus around the city to see attractions
Enjoy a relaxing sightseeing cruise on the Bosphorus Straight
Learn from the informative commentary of your guide throughout the day
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey
Discover the best of Istanbul on a full-day tour that covers the city by land and boat. Travel on a comfortable minibus around the city to see attractions
Enjoy a relaxing sightseeing cruise on the Bosphorus Straight
Learn from the informative commentary of your guide throughout the day
Itinerary
Day 1: Classics Istanbul Private Tour
Stop At: Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, one of the most revered masterpieces of the Islamic world, is famous with its blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hagia Sophia Mosque, Sultan Ahmet, Ayasofya MeydanI No:1, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world, was used as a mosque during Ottomans and now serves as a mosque again.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet ParkI No:2, Istanbul Turkey
The center for entertainment, amusement and sports in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The Egyptian Obelisk, the serpentine column and the German fountain of Willhelm II are sites to be visited.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Topkapi Palace, Cankurtaran Mahallesi Gulhane Park, Near Sultanahmet Square, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
The former imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans and the oldest and the largest remaining palaces in the world. Today, it is used as a museum to exhibit works of art and many priceless artifacts. The harem section is not included in this tour.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Grand Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
The oldest and the largest covered market place in the world with more almost 4000 shops owing rich collection of handmade carpets, jewelery, leather and souvenirs.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Two Continents Private Istanbul Tour
Pass By: Walls of Constantinople (Istanbul City Walls), Istanbul Turkey
The first breach of the walls was by the fourth crusade in 1204, the second by the cannons and troops of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453.
Pass By: Halic, Istanbul Turkey
As a natural and extremely secure harbor the Golden Horn (halic) has played an important role in the development of Istanbul. The inlet separates the European shore into two. It is approximately 8 km long, and the widest part is the entrance from the Bosphorus. Two streams drain into this inlet at its far end.
Stop At: Misir Carsisi (Spice Market), Rustem Pasa Mahallesi, Erzak Ambari Sok. No:92 Eminonu – Fatih, Istanbul 34116 Turkey
The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul 34122 Turkey
BOSPHORUS ON BOAT
A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. 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.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Rumeli Fortress, Yahyakemal Cad. No.28, Istanbul 34470 Turkey
The biggest castle of Istanbul can be seen clearly during our Bosphorus Cruise (from the sea)
Stop At: Beylerbeyi Palace, Abdullahaga Cad., Istanbul Turkey
The summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the HAREM on the Asian side of Istanbul.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Camlica Hill, Turistik Camlica Cd. Uskudar, Istanbul Turkey
The highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional style.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
