3-Days Istanbul Tour Including Old City and Bosphorus Cruise
3 days
Multi-Day
About this activity
Day 1) Arrival at airport and transfer to your apartment, free time.
Overnight 1 in your newly refurbished, spacious and nice apartment in historical center of Istanbul, Sultanahmet.
Day 2) The legends of history & the greatness of two empires.
You will start your tour with a pick-up from your accommodation and then travel by coach to Sultanahmet. You will meet your guide and make your first stop at the Topkapi Palace. The palace allows you to touch the history of the whole empire and opens the veil of secrecy on the mysterious East. It was here that 25 sultans lived and ruled; a dynasty was established, reached its height of greatness and declined; it saw the heart of Islam; plots were hatched; and the eyes of Europe, Asia and Africa were turned throughout three centuries.
The tour will be continued by visiting the Blue Mosque. Admire a special time by walking in the heart of historical part of Istanbul and get some great shots of old city.
After then enjoy your lunch in a cozy cafe in Sultanahmet.
Every visit to Istanbul is exciting and unique in its own way especially because the visitor always has the opportunity to touch history. As you stroll along the Hippodrome that features historical monuments and where great events took place, you will become acquainted with Istanbul’s rich Byzantine history.
Next stop will be Hagia Sophia. It is a reminder of the fall of Constantinople, a painful thousand year history and is a symbol of the unbreakable faith of millions. It is here that holy relics brought from all over the world inspired awe; that hatred and jealousy destroyed precious mosaics; that the faith was defended; and priceless icons were ruined. As you walk across the worn flagstones of this magnificent building you will feel its one and a half thousand year history.
Continue your walk to The Basilica Cistern, an underground reservoir completed in 532 to channel water from the Valencia aqueduct. Enjoy the atmosphere by listening your guide and do not forget to miss a chance getting the great shots of old city. You will finish your tour with a drop-off at your accommodation. You will finish your tour with a drop-off at your accommodation.
Overnight 2 in your newly refurbished, spacious and nice apartment in historical center of Istanbul, Sultanahmet.
Day 3) Bosphorus cruise by morning starts 10:00am.
This magnificent morning cruise ferry leaves from Eminonu dock and then continues its 90 minute non-stop tour to the Second Bosphorus Bridge and back, with a visit to the Historical Eminonu district.
Transfer to airport after the tour anytime you wish.
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Overnight 1 in your newly refurbished, spacious and nice apartment in historical center of Istanbul, Sultanahmet.
Day 2) The legends of history & the greatness of two empires.
You will start your tour with a pick-up from your accommodation and then travel by coach to Sultanahmet. You will meet your guide and make your first stop at the Topkapi Palace. The palace allows you to touch the history of the whole empire and opens the veil of secrecy on the mysterious East. It was here that 25 sultans lived and ruled; a dynasty was established, reached its height of greatness and declined; it saw the heart of Islam; plots were hatched; and the eyes of Europe, Asia and Africa were turned throughout three centuries.
The tour will be continued by visiting the Blue Mosque. Admire a special time by walking in the heart of historical part of Istanbul and get some great shots of old city.
After then enjoy your lunch in a cozy cafe in Sultanahmet.
Every visit to Istanbul is exciting and unique in its own way especially because the visitor always has the opportunity to touch history. As you stroll along the Hippodrome that features historical monuments and where great events took place, you will become acquainted with Istanbul’s rich Byzantine history.
Next stop will be Hagia Sophia. It is a reminder of the fall of Constantinople, a painful thousand year history and is a symbol of the unbreakable faith of millions. It is here that holy relics brought from all over the world inspired awe; that hatred and jealousy destroyed precious mosaics; that the faith was defended; and priceless icons were ruined. As you walk across the worn flagstones of this magnificent building you will feel its one and a half thousand year history.
Continue your walk to The Basilica Cistern, an underground reservoir completed in 532 to channel water from the Valencia aqueduct. Enjoy the atmosphere by listening your guide and do not forget to miss a chance getting the great shots of old city. You will finish your tour with a drop-off at your accommodation. You will finish your tour with a drop-off at your accommodation.
Overnight 2 in your newly refurbished, spacious and nice apartment in historical center of Istanbul, Sultanahmet.
Day 3) Bosphorus cruise by morning starts 10:00am.
This magnificent morning cruise ferry leaves from Eminonu dock and then continues its 90 minute non-stop tour to the Second Bosphorus Bridge and back, with a visit to the Historical Eminonu district.
Transfer to airport after the tour anytime you wish.
Included
- 2 nights accommodation
- Airport/Departure Tax
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Local taxes
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Hotel / Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Topkapi Palace is replaced with Basilica Cistern on Tuesdays
- Blue Mosque is replaced with Sokollu Mehmed Pasa Mosque on Fridays
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
80%
Aquatic
35%
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