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Historic Peninsula of Istanbul
Istanbul
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A 6-day city-focused itinerary adapted from the brochure. It combines iconic monuments, market culture and waterfront views with flexible leisure days.
Day 1
DAY 1 ISTANBUL
Arrival in Istanbul, the city that brings two continents: Europe and Asia. Transfer to your hotel. Brief orientation followed by a free day to enjoy at your own leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Pace
Comfort pace
Duration
Transfer-focused day
Main transportation model
Private vehicle + professional driver
What To Expect: Arrival logistics, transfer and check-in
DAY 1 ISTANBUL
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Day 2
DAY 2 ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel proceed for a full day tour which takes you through splendid attraction of Istanbul. Visit St. Sophia, the magnificent Byzantine church of all times, mosque during Ottomans and museum today; Byzantine Hippodrome, the former centre for sportive and political activities of Constantinople; Obelisk of Theodosius from Egypt, the Serpentine Column and the German Fountain; the Blue Mosque, a magnificent 17th century mosque famous with its six minarets and 25,000 pieces of Blue Iznik tiles decorating the interior. Following a lunch break in the old town, you will visit Topkapi Palace, the former Imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was once ruled. Today the 15th century Palace displaying the imperial treasury, 3rd richest Chinese and Japanese porcelain collection of the world and other collections scattered in 3 courtyards and vast gardens overlooking the Golden Horn and Bosphorus. Continue to enjoy shopping at Grand Bazaar with its more than 4,000 tiny shops, 58 streets, and alleys is said is the oldest largest indoor bazaar in the world. Overnight at the hotel. (B, L) St. Sophia is closed on Monday, replaced with St. Chora Church. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday.
Pace
Balanced pace
Duration
Full-day sightseeing
Main transportation model
Private vehicle + professional driver
What To Expect: Major highlights with intensive exploration
DAY 2 ISTANBUL
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Day 3
DAY 3 ISTANBUL
Morning visit the Egyptian Spice Market, built in the 17th century, is the starting point for this unforgettable excursion between two continents. The following journey is a boat cruise between Europe and Asia which takes us past the Ottoman Palaces of “Dolmabahce” and “Beylerbeyi” palaces and passes the many beautiful 19th and 20th century wooden houses, mansions, and modern villas which all go to make up this elegant part of the city. Overnight at the hotel. (B)
Pace
Balanced pace
Duration
Half-day / local touring
Main transportation model
Boat / gulet + land transfers
What To Expect: Guided touring balanced with free time
DAY 3 ISTANBUL
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Day 4
DAY 4 ISTANBUL
Day at leisure to enjoy Istanbul on your own or custom optional tours available. (B)
Pace
Comfort pace
Duration
Flexible leisure window
Main transportation model
Private vehicle + professional driver
What To Expect: Flexible schedule with optional add-ons
DAY 4 ISTANBUL
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Day 5
DAY 5 ISTANBUL
Day at leisure to enjoy Istanbul on your own or custom optional tours available. (B)
Pace
Comfort pace
Duration
Flexible leisure window
Main transportation model
Private vehicle + professional driver
What To Expect: Flexible schedule with optional add-ons
DAY 5 ISTANBUL
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Day 6
DAY 6 ISTANBUL
Transfer from your hotel to the airport for onward flight. (B)
Pace
Comfort pace
Duration
Transfer-focused day
Main transportation model
Domestic flight + private transfers
What To Expect: Arrival logistics, transfer and check-in
DAY 6 ISTANBUL
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Included Services
Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days