Welcome to Turkey!

Today, you arrive in the magnificent city of Istanbul, where history, culture, and modernity blend seamlessly. Upon arrival at the airport, our team will be there to greet you and assist with your transfer to your hotel.

🚖 Airport Transfer to Your Hotel

• Enjoy a comfortable ride to your accommodation as you catch your first glimpses of Istanbul’s skyline.

🏙️ Free Time to Explore

• After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax or explore at your own pace.
• Take a leisurely stroll around your hotel, find a cozy café, or try delicious Turkish cuisine nearby.

🏨 Overnight Stay in Istanbul
Rest up and get ready for an exciting adventure exploring Istanbul’s incredible sights in the days ahead!

✨ Welcome to an unforgettable journey in Turkey! ✨

Optional Tour : Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning architecture of Istanbul’s Old City. This tour takes you to some of the most iconic landmarks, revealing the beauty and legacy of the Byzantine and Ottoman eras.

🔹 Highlights of the Tour:

🕌 Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
One of the most iconic landmarks in Istanbul, known for its six elegant minarets and cascading domes.
The spacious courtyard welcomes both visitors and worshippers alike.
The park in front of the mosque is home to the ancient Obelisk of Theodosius, a relic from Egypt, which once marked the site of the Hippodrome—the city’s grand entertainment and sporting venue during Byzantine times.

🏛️ Hagia Sophia – A Symbol of Istanbul’s History
A stunning monument that has served as a Byzantine church, Ottoman mosque, and now a functioning mosque once again.
Admire the magnificent domes, golden mosaics, and intricate architecture that tell the story of centuries of transformation.

🛍️ Grand Bazaar – The World’s Oldest & Largest Market
Wander through one of the largest covered markets in the world, home to 4,399 shops and 497 stalls.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere, where you can find everything from handwoven carpets and jewelry to spices and souvenirs.

🏰 Topkapı Palace – Home of the Ottoman Sultans
The administrative center of the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years.
Walk through its ornate courtyards and imperial chambers, where sultans ruled their vast empire.
Visit the Harem, the luxurious and secluded residence of the sultan’s wives, concubines, and female family members.

✨ Our Recommendation (Optional Visit): Spice Bazaar
After your guided tour, if you have free time, we highly recommend visiting the Spice Bazaar. This vibrant market is a feast for the senses, filled with the aromas of Turkish tea, spices, sweets, and dried fruits.
📌 Note: The Spice Bazaar is not part of the guided tour, but you can explore it on your own and make your own way back to your hotel.

📌 Important Notes:
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
Blue Mosque is closed during Friday prayers
Topkapı Palace is closed on Tuesdays

🚖 Hotel Pickup Information:
We provide pickups from centrally located hotels in:
✔ Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Laleli, Aksaray, and Taksim.
📌 Pickups from locations outside these areas may incur an extra charge. Please speak to our team for further details.

🏨 Overnight Stay in Istanbul
After a day of historical exploration and cultural discovery, return to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
✨ Enjoy a journey through Istanbul’s timeless beauty!

Bosphorus Cruise & City Viewpoint Tour – A Journey Through Istanbul’s Waterfront Wonders
Today, embark on a scenic adventure through Istanbul, sailing along the Bosphorus Strait and the Golden Horn, followed by a visit to one of the best panoramic viewpoints in the city. This relaxing yet immersive tour blends Ottoman history, breathtaking architecture, and stunning waterfront views.

🔹 Morning: Dolmabahçe Palace Tour

🏰 Dolmabahce Palace
Begin your day with a guided tour of Dolmabahçe Palace, built between 1842 and 1853 in the Neoclassical and Baroque Rococo styles.
This magnificent palace housed the last 6 Ottoman sultans and later served as Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’s summer residence until his passing in 1938.
Highlights include:
✔ The grand ceremonial hall, home to the world’s largest Bohemian crystal chandelier.
✔ Lavish gold and crystal decorations throughout the palace.
✔ Stunning views of the Bosphorus from the palace gardens.
📌 Important Note: Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Mondays. On this day, the tour will start two hours later at 11:30 AM.

🔹 Midday: Bosphorus Cruise – Sail Between Two Continents
🚤 Embark on a scenic cruise from the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, passing Istanbul’s most iconic waterfront landmarks.

🌉 Key Landmarks Along the Cruise:
Maiden’s Tower – A historic islet that has served as a lighthouse, radio tower, and hospital; today, it is a restaurant and museum.
Ancient Walls of Constantinople – These 1,600-year-old fortifications protected the city from invaders and were only breached twice.
Kucuksu Palace – A beautifully designed summer pavilion, built by Sultan Abdülmecid. Here, we will stop for one hour to explore its elegant interior and gardens.

Ciragan Palace – Once an imperial palace, it was partially destroyed by fire in 1910 but was later restored as a luxury hotel in the 1990s.
Ortakoy Mosque – A distinctive Ottoman mosque, known for its pink mosaics and stunning waterside location.
Bosphorus Bridge & Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge – The two major bridges connecting Europe and Asia.
Beylerbeyi Palace – A summer residence of Ottoman sultans, visible from the water.
Rumeli Fortress – Built in 1452 by Sultan Mehmed II as a strategic military fortification before the conquest of Constantinople.

🔹 Afternoon: Bus Tour & City Viewpoint at Pierre Loti Hill

🚌 Panoramic Bus Tour
After disembarking from the cruise, switch to a bus tour through historic Istanbul, starting in Sultanahmet.

🏞️ Pierre Loti Hill – The Best View of Istanbul
Named after the French novelist Pierre Loti, who was captivated by Istanbul’s beauty.
Take a cable car ride to the top, where you’ll enjoy unmatched panoramic views of the city and the Golden Horn.
Relax with a traditional Turkish coffee at one of the hilltop cafés.
The cable car ride back down offers even more spectacular views.

🚌 Drive Along the Old City Walls
See the historic city walls that have stood for over 1,600 years, marking the boundaries of ancient Constantinople.

🚖 Return to Your Hotel
The tour concludes around 17:00-18:00, with a transfer back to your hotel.

📌 Important Notes:
Dolmabahce Palace is closed on Mondays – On this day, the tour starts two hours later (11:30 AM).
Dolmabahce Palace, Kucuksu Palace, and Pierre Loti Hill are visited on foot.
All other sites are viewed from the boat or bus.

🏨 Overnight Stay in Istanbul
After a day of sailing, sightseeing, and breathtaking city views, return to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.
✨ A perfect way to experience Istanbul’s waterfront beauty and historic grandeur!

As your incredible journey in Turkey comes to an end, we hope you leave with unforgettable memories of Istanbul’s rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture.

🚖 Airport Transfer:

• You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport in time for your departure flight.
• If you require any assistance with onward travel plans or future trips in Turkey, our team is here to help.

🇹🇷 Thank You for Visiting Turkey!
We hope you had an amazing experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in this beautiful country.

✨ Safe travels & see you again soon! ✨