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CITY STAY: Explore the vibrant history of Istanbul, where ancient wonders meet bustling markets on this immersive Turkish adventure. Delve into a guided tour embracing the city's diverse heritage, from the Byzantine Hippodrome to the majestic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Wander through the opulent Topkapi Palace and dive into the vibrant maze of the Grand Bazaar.

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Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Tour Overview

Duration

3 days

Starts

Istanbul

Ends

Istanbul

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes, for all included sightseeing

Group Size

Min 2 / Max N/A

Minimum age

15 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Daily

Hotel Rating

4 star

Countries

Turkey

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 2, Lunch: 1
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€715.00
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€430.00
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Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Tour Highlights

Istanbul - Visit Sultanahmet (Old Istanbul), Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace

Included

2 breakfasts & 1 lunch
2 nights 4 star hotel
Guided sightseeing - Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome & Hagia Sofia
English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guides on day 2
Entrance fees to all included sites
Airport arrival transfer on day 1
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Departure airport transfer

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome

Welcome to Turkey! Upon your arrival at Istanbul airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore at your leisure, soaking in the vibrant capital city.

Overnight: Istanbul

Day 2 - Explore Istanbul

Today, delve into a guided tour through Istanbul, a city straddling two continents, Europe and Asia.

Your journey begins in the Hippodrome area, an iconic hub that thrived as the heart of Byzantine and Ottoman civilizations for centuries. You'll marvel at the Blue Mosque and the exterior of the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, which has transformed from a church to a mosque and now stands as a museum.

After lunch, continue your explorations with a visit to the historical Topkapi Palace, the former residence of sultans for nearly four centuries.

Finally, if available, wander through the bustling Grand Bazaar, home to over 4,000 stalls offering an array of treasures, from gold and carpets to intricate Turkish handicrafts.

Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 - Goodbye

We hope that you had a very memorable time in the vibrant Istanbul!

After breakfast, tour concludes.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Kent Hotel
Istanbul

The charming Kent Hotel is a great example of contemporary design and a friendly atmosphere. Guest rooms are superbly equipped with modern facilities including Wi-Fi connectivity, state of the art technology and bright marbled bathrooms. Enjoying a delicious Turkish meal at the in house Calcedoine Restaurant after a hard days sightseeing is highly recommended. The hotel is also fantastically located within a 10-minute walk of the Grand Bazaar and Old Town in the Bayazit area in the European side of Istanbul.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Accommodation Standard

4 Star

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.

2024
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15 Dec - 17 Dec
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16 Dec - 18 Dec
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18 Dec - 20 Dec
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19 Dec - 21 Dec
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20 Dec - 22 Dec
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21 Dec - 23 Dec
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2025
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4 Jan - 6 Jan
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6 Jan - 8 Jan
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7 Jan - 9 Jan
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8 Jan - 10 Jan
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2026
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