Day 1 – Istanbul Arrivals
After arrival in Istanbul, you will transfer from the airport & check in to your hotel. Tonight you will enjoy a welcome dinner. Enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night. (Dinner Included)
Day 2 – Historical Treasures of Istanbul
You will be picked up from your hotel and you will go to visit the first St Hagia Sophia, This ancient basilica (the present day's Grand Mosque), was built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time .. Hagia Sophia, is one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture. Of great artistic value was its decorated interior with mosaics and marble pillars and coverings. The temple itself was so richly and artistically decorated that Justinian proclaimed,” Solomon, I have outdone thee “ Justinian himself had overseen the completion of the greatest cathedral ever built up to that time, and it was to remain the largest cathedral for 1,000 years up until the completion of the cathedral in Seville in Spain. Blue Mosque built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, mosque recognizable from its six minarets decorated inside with 21,043 tiles from Iznik in a dominant blue color; because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Hippodrome, Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. We continue to Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays), The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. Suleymaniye Mosque, Suleyman the Magnificent was built between 1550 and 1557 by the famous architect Sinan whose wish was to surpass the builders of St. Sophia which is conspicuous by its great size, emphasized by the four minarets rising one from each corner of the courtyard. Conclude your day of touring with a short drive to the exotic Grand Cover Bazaar, Closed on Sundays and Feast days) which is one of the most colorful institutions in Istanbul. In this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area. After finishing your tour, you will transfer to your hotel where you will have an overnight in Istanbul. Between the tour, you have taken free time to relax, you can take some refreshments or lunch. (Breakfast Included)
Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise in the middle of the continent of Europe and Asia
You will be picked up from your hotel to visit Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), Closed on Feast days) air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme, and every other conceivable herb and spice. Free time for shopping. A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia Bosphorus Tour on Boat. 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 and further along are the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace, Ciragan Palace with its 300 meters of marble facade faces the shore. Rumeli Fortress was built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 before the conquest of Istanbul and was completed in only four months to control and protect the Bosphorus it is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. Beylerbeyi Palace was the summer residence of Ottoman sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem. Bosphorus Bridge is a unique chance to step from one continent such as Asia to another Europe, Camlica Hill is the highest point in Istanbul and 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. After the boat tour, you will back to your Hotel. Overnight in Istanbul. Between the tour, you have taken free time to relax, you can take some refreshments or lunch. (Breakfast Included)
Day 4 – Istanbul The End of The Tour
After breakfast check out from your hotel. You will transfer to Istanbul Airport regarding your flight details. End of tour. We hope to see you future in another tour. (Breakfast Included)
No extra hidden cost..!
What’s Included
Pick-up and drop-off services.
Transportation, guidance, and all entrance fees for museums and sites.
3 nights 5 5-star hotel accommodation.
Local tours with professional tour guides as indicated in the itinerary.
Bosphorus Boat Cruise.
Local taxes.
What’s Not Included
Tips (optional).
Personal expenses.
Extra services.
Some private sections in the museums such as Harem at Topkapi Palace.
No extra hidden cost!
