Istanbul City Break
• Visit TOPKAPI PALACE, ST. SOPHIA, GRAND COVERED BAZAAR • Explore the Bosphorus Cruiseen route the cruise visit the GRAND SPICE BAZAAR, see Dolmabahce Palace, and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace, Ortakoy,seeRUMELI FORTRESS,BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) • never before experience of step up form one continent(Asia) to the other (Europe) while passing BOSPHORUS BRIDGE. • Visit the CAMLICA HILL, highest point of Istanbul • Shop the attractions of Istanbul while on a shopping tour
Istanbul City Break
Day by Day Itinerary
Upon Arrival meet with your driver and transfer to your hotel, check in to your hotel. And rest of the day is kept free at leisure you can take a good rest or you can explore the city at your own
Overnight : Istanbul
After breakfast , your drier will pick you up from your hotel for a day tour of old Istanbul city.
Visit to 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.
Then proceed to ST. SOPHIA This ancient basilica, 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.
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.
After the lunch we will then take you to the, GRAND COVERED BAZAAR In this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area: the goldsmiths'' street, the carpet sellers, Turkish arts and crafts, such as hand painted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware and trays, water ewers, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipes.
After the tour transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight : Istanbul
After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from the hotel and depart for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. Visit the GRAND SPICE BAZAAR
The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
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 Bosporus 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 jewellery, handcrafts centre 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 : Istanbul
After breakfast, check out from the hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight back to the home. And the tour ends with life long memories!! We wish you a safe flight and hope to arrange your next vacation soon!!
Tour Departure Dates & Cost
This tour is tailored to your interest and schedule. This is a suggested itinerary. Please inquire for detailed cost & options.
Included
- All transfers form and to the airport.
- Accommodation 03 nights at hotel in Istanbul
- 3 open buffet breakfasts
- Guided Istanbul City Tour Guided Istanbul.
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses: Lunches, extras at hotel or additional mealsTipping: Tips for guides and driversInsurance:
- All typesOPTIONAL Tour
- 03 nights in Istanbul
Daily breakfast is inclusive
No other meals included
USA & UK citizens do not require visa to visit Switzerland
Note:
Monument closed on
- Sophia Museum Closed on Mondays.
- Topkapi Palace Closed on Tuesdays.
- The Grand Bazaar Closed on Sundays.
Pre & Post accommodation and transfers available, please contact us for the details.
Optional tours available please contact for the details.