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4 Day Accessible Istanbul City Tour Package

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Duration
4 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical Level
Easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages

Highlights

  • Explore Istanbul’s Majestic Heritage at Topkapi Palace Discover the opulence of the Ottoman Empire at Topkapi Palace, home to royal treasures, sacred relics, and grand architectural beauty, including the famous Imperial Treasury and the Holy Mantle of Prophet Muhammad.
  • Uncover the Beauty of Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque (Blue Mosque) Step into the grandeur of the Blue Mosque, famed for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and its historical significance as one of Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks.
  • A Journey Through History at the Hippodrome of Constantinople Visit the ancient Hippodrome, once a lively chariot-racing arena, where you’ll see the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine.
  • Shop at the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar, where you can shop for exotic spices, Turkish delights, handmade crafts, and local souvenirs.
  • Bosphorus Cruise: A Journey Between Two Continents Sail along the Bosphorus and admire Istanbul’s breathtaking skyline, passing by grand palaces like Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi, historic Rumeli Fortress, and stunning seaside villas.
  • Step from Europe to Asia at the Bosphorus Bridge Enjoy a unique opportunity to cross from Europe to Asia, walking across the iconic Bosphorus Bridge that connects two continents.
  • Visit the Peaceful Princes’ Islands Escape to the tranquil beauty of the Princes’ Islands, a serene getaway just off Istanbul’s coast, where you can explore charming streets and lush landscapes.
  • Traditional Turkish Crafts and Shopping Experience After your Bosphorus cruise, experience the artistry of Turkish craftsmen with a tour of local workshops, from silk weaving to leather goods and handmade jewelry.
  • Panoramic Views from Camlica Hill Reach the highest point in Istanbul at Camlica Hill, offering a spectacular panoramic view of the city and the Bosphorus Strait from beautifully landscaped gardens.

Overview

Route

Starts from
Istanbul
Ends in
Istanbul
Pickup Location
Istanbul Airport
Dropoff Location
Istanbul Airport
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Itinerary

Welcome to Turkey, Istanbul Airport. Meet with TravelShop Booking staff and transfer & check in to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Open buffet breakfast included)
We depart at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. First, TOPKAPI PALACE; 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. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE 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. Lunch break and then we head to Grand Spice Bazaar which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping on many Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Open buffet breakfast included)
Pick up at 08:30am from the hotel and depart for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. BOSPHORUS BY 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 see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.

RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosphorus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) The summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul.
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE enjoy a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe) 

CAMLICA HILL 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 Turkish Ottoman style. SHOPPING TOUR (after cruise) Experience the traditional silk weaving skills of Turkish women at the carpet weaving courses provided by The Ministry of National Education. You will get the opportunity to see jewelry, handcrafts center and a modern leatherwear show. Enjoy the experience of shopping whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen, with Murti's Tour's local escort full of knowledge about how to haggle the streets of Istanbul. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul. 

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

What's included

  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Other included
  • Hygiene protocol

Not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services
  • Other not included

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