Iconic Istanbul Tour

As soon as you reach Istanbul, an agent’s representative will greet and escort you to the hotel. Complete check-in formalities and relax. In the evening, you will be picked up around 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm for an unprecedented experience on a cruise on River Bosphorus. Here, you will have a gala time with music and dance that shows the city’s Anatolian culture. Belly dance is the highlight of all the programs on board. Savor Turkish culinary treats with soft drinks during the show. Soak in the glittering city from the cruise as it heads to the port.

you will be back to the hotel around 11:30 pm. Slip into your bed for a sound sleep.

Begin your day with a wholesome breakfast and get ready for visiting the old city. You will be picked up at 8:00 am – 8:30 am for the city tour where you will be taken to the most classic sights of Istanbul. you will be taken to Sultanahmet Square or Hippodrome. It is surrounded by attractions that you will visit like Hagia Sophia (6th century Byzantine architecture) and Blue Mosque.

Now, refuel yourself with some lunch and head to the Hippodrome of Constantinople – the erstwhile sporting and political centre. Now, visit Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Imperial Ottoman Sultans.

Grand Bazaar is the next place to visit today. This is among the world’s largest covered markets, where a host of hand-woven fabrics and souvenirs are available. You will be back to the hotel around 5:30 pm. Spend the evening at leisure and later, sleep restfully.

Arise to a toothsome breakfast before you will be picked at 8:00 am – 8:30 am for the sightseeing spree. You will cross the Bosphorus bridge that offers amazing views around as you will be moving to Asian side of istanbul. Asian side, the eastern half of the city is also known as Asya Yakas? or Anadolu Yakas?, i.e. Anatolian Side. It is located east of Bosphorus and geographically on the Asian mainland.

From here, board the ferry to Yalova. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the sea around. Sailing through, you will reach Bursa City. The first place to visit here is the Ulu Camii – the Ottaman Empire mosque. You can also go shopping at the covered bazaar.

Thereafter, enjoy a cable car ride to Uludag Mountain and watch the beautiful city below. Gorge on a barbeque lunch on the mountain, followed by reaching its top. A 600 years old tree is the main attraction here.

In the evening, return to Istanbul. You will reach the hotel somewhere around 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm. Tuck yourself comfortably in the bed and sleep.

Greet the morning with a healthy breakfast and get ready to explore the residential area of Byzantine Jews, Italian traders, and other non-Muslim minorities who existed during the Byzantine Empire. You will be picked up for the tour around 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm.

Marvel at the historical wonders at Balat. Also visit Metal Church of St. Stephen, the Bulgarian Jewish Hospital or Ahayim, Fener Orthodox Patriarchate, and the 22-kilometer-long walls of the old city of Constantinopolis.

For the Muslim Turks, Eyup Square is the spiritual center of Istanbul. If you want to soak in the breathtaking views of the surroundings, these heights make the perfect place.

Let the view of the Golden Horn estuary overwhelm you. For this experience, ride the cable car up to Pierre Loti Hill, where you can sip on your favorite coffee at the coffee house.

As you return to Istanbul in a ferry, you will also enjoy the amazing sights of the Bosphorus Bridge connecting the Asian and European continents, the Beylerbeyi Palace, and the Imperial Gardens of Royal Yildiz Palace.

You will be back to the hotel by 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm. Hop on to your cozy bed and retire for the night.

Kickstart your day with a nutritious breakfast and plan how you will spend the day today. Visit Miniaturk – one of the world’s largest miniature parks, Suleymaniye Hamami – one of the oldest Turkish Baths, Emirgan Park, Solar Beach, and Baghdad Street.

After a happening day, return to the hotel for a peaceful sleep.

Optional: Leisure activities, sightseeing (charges extra)

Post breakfast, checkout from the hotel and get transferred to the airport. Board the flight with a heart full of memories and a bag full of souvenirs.