This is one of the most sought after tours in Turkey! You’ll discover Istanbul, a city of business frenzy, entertainment, and a wealth of rich Turkish culture. Absorb its ancient structures, traveling from its mosques to the Roman influenced architecture. Visit to world famous St. Sophia Church and Blue Mosque, known for its blue colored tiles and architecture. View the Byzantine Hippodrome and descend into the Basilica Cistern. You can take some time at the end of the day to browse the endless shops in the Grand Bazaar. Time spent in the many rooms of Topkapi Palace will give you an understanding of the unique mystical Ottomans. Walk through the colorful Spice Bazaar before embarking on a cruise of the Bosphorus, where seasonally you may see an amazing sunset. On a final day, you will enjoy a street food experience after crossing over to Asia by ferry to experience the very local and popular area of Kadikoy. In just three days, you will have tasted, seen, heard and smelled one of the most unique and dramatic cities in the world!
Sun, 18 May 2025
Your private guide will take you to Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern.
(Optional: Turkish Bath and Massage).
Mon, 19 May 2025
Explore Topkapı Palace, the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar with your private guide. After the tour your private guide and driver will take you to Kabatas harbor for your private Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with dinner.. After the tour, your driver will take you back to your hotel.
Tue, 20 May 2025
Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel and take to Eminonu port to crutch the ferry to Kadıkoy District (Asian side of the city) for a Street Food tour.
What is included in the tour
- Private Tours with licensed professional English speaking guides
- Lunch on full day tours
- Private Sunset Bosphorus Cruise with dinner
- Admission tickets to sites and museums
- Private transportation per itinerary (optional use of tramway in Istanbul)
- Parking, portage, toll roads
- Coordination and attentive customer service by Sojourn staff
What is not included in the tour
- International flight tickets (see recommendation on Travel Notes page)
- Airport Transfers
- Hotel Accommodation
- Entry Visas (not required for USA, EU, UK)
- Additional beverages at lunch and dinner
- Optional programs (if not shown as included in the itinerary pricing)
- All tips for your guides, drivers, hotels, and restaurants (see guidelines at turkeytravelplanner.com/details/money/tipping.html)
