The Bosphorus | Istanbul | Turkey
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City of Sultans - 4 days map

Visit Istanbul - the only city that spans two continents. See the beautiful Blue Mosque and ancient Hagia Sophia, explore opulent Topkapi Palace and test your bartering skills in the Grand Bazaar. 4 days of pure Turkish delight!

Inclusions
Itinerary
3 Star
4 Star
5 Star
Hotels

Trip Highlights

Istanbul - Visit Sultanahmet (Old Istanbul), Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace
Cruise along the Bosphorus Strait
Explore the Egyptian Spice Market and the Grand Bazaar
Beyerbeyi Palace and Buyuk Camilica - Marvel at the views from the city's highest vantage point

Included

Breakfast daily and 2 lunches
Guided sightseeing - Istanbul sights* on days 2 and 3, plus a leisurely cruise along the Bosphorus. *Please note: Your guided sightseeing may be conducted with other passengers (private touring is available upon request for an additional cost)
Entrance fees to all included sites
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
3 nights 3 star hotel
English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guides on days 2 and 3
Airport arrival transfer on day 1

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1

Istanbul

Welcome to Turkey! Arrive Istanbul airport and transfer to your hotel in Sultanahmet. Rest of day free.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 2

Old City sights

This morning embark upon a fully guided tour of the only city that spans two continents, Europe and Asia. Before lunch, visit the Hippodrome area - famed as the centre of Byzantine life for 1000 years and of Ottoman life for another 400! Continuing, explore the stunning Blue Mosque and the exterior of the Hagia Sophia, built by Emperor Justinian. Once a church, then a mosque, today it is a museum. After lunch, visit Topkapi Palace, residence of the sultans for almost 4 centuries and finally the Grand Bazaar, (if open) housing some 4000 stalls selling a wide range of goods including gold, carpets, leather, clothing and Turkish handicrafts.
Overnight: Istanbul  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Bazaars & the Bosphorus

Today, visit the Egyptian Spice market (stock up on bargain saffron, spices and Turkish Delight here) before enjoying a cruise on the Bosphorus - the body of water that separates European Istanbul from Asian Istanbul. Later, visit the Beyerbeyi Palace in all its sultanate splendour and take in the stunning views atop the city’s highest point - Buyuk Camlica. Return to your hotel and spend the remains of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Istanbul  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4

Istanbul

Arrangements end after breakfast.
Breakfast

General Information

Upgrade your stay! - Our City Of Sultans mini-break includes 3 star accommodation. Consider treating yourself and upgrading to a 4 star or 5 star hotel in Istanbul. Contact our reservations team for more information, cost and availability.

Planning when to travel - Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. Please consider this when booking.

Guided touring -Your sightseeing on days 2 and 3 may be conducted with other passengers. Private touring is available upon request for a supplement.

Airport transfers - An airport arrival transfer is included for all flights arriving into Ataturk International Airport in Istanbul.

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.

Extra Prices

Twin Share
Single Room

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.

Asur Hotel, Istanbul

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

The friendly and cheerful Asur Hotel is a great place to base yourself when discovering Istanbul. Rooms are simple yet comfortable with parque flooring, good size beds and en suite facilities. Heading out of the hotel into the winding streets of Saltanahmet for a delicious Turkish feast is a great way to spend the evening. Perfectly located in Sultanahmet, within walking distance of most of Istanbul's top attractions.

Prices & Dates

'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, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults.

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Extra Prices

Twin Share
Single Room

Prices & Dates

'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, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults.

Read More

Extra Prices

Twin Share
Single Room

At a Glance

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Istanbul
Ends
Istanbul
Departs
Any day of the year (excluding Mondays)
Group Size
Min 2 / Max N/A
Hotel Rating
3 star
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing
Meals
Breakfast: 3, Lunch: 2
Countries
Minimum Age
5 yrs, accompanied by an adult
Arr. Transfer
Yes
Dep. Transfer
No
Sunset painting the sky orange in Istanbul
Sunset painting the sky orange in Istanbul
Sunset painting the sky orange in Istanbul

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