08:00 – 08:30 am ─ You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul.
You will be transferred to the first location of the Istanbul city tour. Then, the tour starts.
- The first destination will be Ancient Hippodrome. This area is located in the city center. This structure has been used by the Byzantines as the center of sportive activities in the past for many years. The region also has structures such as Kaiser Wilhelm II Fountain, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column and Constantine Porphyrogenitus.
- The second destination is the Blue Mosque. This structure is quite magnificent and has a total of 6 minarets. The building will be an excellent destination especially for those who are interested in the history of religions.
- The third destination is the Hagai Sophia (The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque). The museum is an area used as a church in the past. This famous museum, which was later used as a mosque, is open to visitors. The mosque can sometimes be used as a place of worship. This structure is one of the most famous buildings in Istanbul.
- You will have a delicious lunch.
- The fifth destination is Golden Horn. This region is known as the Haliç in Turkish. The Golden Horn presents a historical story and a natural beauty to the people. Many sea tours are organized on the Haliç. Especially during the summer holidays, such trips can be extremely enjoyable.
- Finally, you will be visiting the Bosphorus between Asia and Europe. Bosphorus is made Istanbul one of the most important cities in the world for centuries. It will cut your breath. There will be many buildings along the cruise on the Bosphorus tour. These structures can be listed as Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Kempinski, Maiden’s Tower, Beylerbeyi Palace, Old Pasha Villas, Rumeli Fortress.
- You will be able to examine all the buildings listed above in the Bosphorus tour. Our licensed tour guides will give you historical and structural information about each building you see during the tour.
17:00 ─ The best of Istanbul city tour is ended.
You will be transferred back to your hotel in Istanbul.
Noha –
The tour was an incredible way to explore the beauty and history of Istanbul. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared fascinating stories about each landmark. Hagia Sophia was breathtaking, and the Blue Mosque was just as stunning. Lunch was delicious and gave us a taste of traditional Turkish cuisine. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Istanbul for the first time!
Ester –
The tour was the perfect way to explore both the historical and modern sides of Istanbul. The morning started with a deep dive into history as we visited Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Each site was breathtaking, and our guide made the experience even better with engaging stories. The Grand Bazaar was an exciting stop where I picked up some unique souvenirs. After a delicious Turkish lunch, we set off on the Bosphorus cruise. Seeing the city’s skyline, palaces, and bridges from the water was absolutely magical. It was the perfect mix of history, culture, and relaxation.
Adreana –
16. I had an amazing time on the best of Istanbul tour. We visited the most iconic places, and each one was more impressive than the last. The guide provided so much insight, making history feel alive. The visit to Hagia Sophia was a dream come true, and the Blue Mosque was just as breathtaking. Walking through the Hippodrome was an exciting experience. The lunch included in the tour was nice. The views from the boat on the Bosphorus were simply breathtaking to the city. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Istanbul!