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3 day(s)
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1-40 people
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Discover Istanbul’s historic heart on a 3-day, 2-night Istanbul city tour package with TravelShopBooking. Combining hotel accommodation, airport transfers and a guided Old City tour, this short escape is ideal for first-time visitors looking for an introduction to the city’s Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.
Explore the ancient Hippodrome, visit the magnificent Blue Mosque and admire Hagia Sophia from outside. Learn about the Ottoman sultans at the exterior of Topkapi Palace and hear the story of the Basilica Cistern during a stop outside its entrance.
With two buffet breakfasts and time to explore independently, this Istanbul city break brings together cultural discovery and convenient travel arrangements. Interior admission to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern is not included.
Duration
3 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-40 people
Tour Code
TSB-486903
Departure Type
scheduled
Tour Category
City Sightseeing
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 90
Istanbul
11:23
Istanbul
11:23
Welcome to Istanbul, where centuries of history meet the energy of a modern city.
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST), meet the TravelShopBooking representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring independently.
You may wish to take a neighbourhood stroll or enjoy your first Turkish meal at a local restaurant at your own expense.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: None included.
Enjoy an open buffet breakfast at your hotel before setting out to explore Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district.
Hippodrome
Begin at the ancient Hippodrome, once the centre of public life and chariot racing in Byzantine Constantinople. Discover the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column and the Walled Obelisk as your guide shares stories of the city’s past.
Blue Mosque
Continue to the Sultanahmet Mosque, better known as the Blue Mosque. Built in the early 17th century, this remarkable Ottoman landmark is admired for its cascading domes, six minarets and beautiful İznik tilework.
The interior visit is subject to prayer times and visitor access.
Hagia Sophia – Exterior Visit
Admire Hagia Sophia from outside while your guide introduces its extraordinary history as a Byzantine church, an Ottoman mosque and one of Istanbul’s most recognisable landmarks.
Interior entry and tourist admission tickets are not included.
Topkapi Palace – Exterior Visit
Continue to the exterior of Topkapi Palace, the former residence and administrative centre of the Ottoman sultans. Hear about palace life and the empire once governed from this historic complex.
Museum admission, the Harem and interior collections are not included.
Basilica Cistern – Exterior Stop
Stop outside the Basilica Cistern and learn about the underground reservoir that helped supply water to Byzantine Constantinople.
The underground chamber, columns and Medusa heads can only be seen with a separate admission ticket.
After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free.
Optional interior visits: Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern may be requested at additional cost, subject to opening days, queues and available tour time. Admission is payable at the applicable ticket price. Please discuss arrangements with TravelShopBooking in advance.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Open buffet breakfast.
After your final open buffet breakfast, check out of the hotel. At the arranged time, transfer to Istanbul Airport (IST) for your departure flight.
Thank you for travelling with TravelShopBooking. We look forward to welcoming you on another journey.
Meals: Open buffet breakfast.
Two nights of hotel accommodation in Istanbul - 5 Star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Pera
Please Note: If the above hotels are not available we will provide the similar category hotels.
Professional English-speaking guide during the city tour.
Arrival transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to your hotel.
Departure transfer from your hotel to Istanbul Airport (IST).
Transportation for the scheduled transfers and city tour in an air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
Blue Mosque visit, subject to visitor access.
Exterior visits to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
Exterior stop at the Basilica Cistern.
Hotel city/accommodation tax.
Admission clarification: The standard itinerary does not include paid museum or monument admission tickets.
International and domestic flights.
Lunches, dinners, drinks and meals other than the two included breakfasts.
Insurance: All types
Türkiye entry visa fees, where applicable.
Hagia Sophia interior/tourist visiting-area admission.
Topkapi Palace admission, including the Harem and other ticketed sections.
Basilica Cistern admission.
Additional guiding or transport required for optional interior visits.
Lunches, dinners, drinks and meals other than the two included breakfasts.
Personal expenses, minibar, laundry and hotel extras.
Tips for guides and drivers.
Travel, medical and cancellation insurance.
Optional excursions, including Princes’ Islands, Isfanbul/Vialand, Miniaturk, shopping tours and Istanbul Aquarium.
Any service not expressly listed under “Included.”
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