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Istanbul in 4 Days: History, Culture & Island Escape (Istanbul City Sightseeing Packages)

Istanbul, Sultanahmet, Bosphorus, Princes Islands, Vialand (Isfanbul) Theme Park,
Duration

1 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Experience the best of Istanbul with this 4-day tour package, combining history, cultural exploration, breathtaking landscapes, shopping, and family-friendly fun. Walk through the heart of the city's ancient landmarks, enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, relax on Prince's Island, and have an unforgettable adventure at Isfanbul (Vialand) theme park. Whether you're a history lover, a nature enthusiast, or an adventure seeker, this tour offers something for everyone.

Activities
Discovery Explorer Family In-depth Cultural Historical Sightseeing Solo Travel Photography

Tour Features

Duration
1 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
I4DHCIE

Departure Type
guaranteed

Tour Category
City Sightseeing

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Istanbul

Pickup Time:

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Vialand (Isfanbul) Theme Park

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture.

Itinerary

Day 1

Pick up at 09:00am from your hotel for the full day tour of old Istanbul city. Our first visit will be to Hippodrome. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. Then we will visit Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Our next visit will be to Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. Lunch break at 1:00 pm. After lunch, you will be taken to Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, delicious fresh Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all natural olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.

If you would like to visit with entrance below sites;

Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.

Hagia Sophia Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.

Day 2

Pick up at 08:30 am from the hotel and depart for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.

RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosphorus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) The summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul.

BOSPHORUS BRIDGE enjoy a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe)

CAMLICA HILL the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional Turkish Ottoman style. SHOPPING TOUR (after cruise) Experience the traditional silk weaving skills of Turkish women at the carpet weaving courses provided by The Ministry of National Education. You will get the opportunity to see jewellery, handcrafts centre and a modern leatherwear show. Enjoy the experience of shopping whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen, with TSG's local escort full of knowledge about how to haggle the streets of Istanbul. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Istanbul

Day 3

Enjoy a cruise in the Marmara Sea to Istanbul's famous Prince's Islands. This is your opportunity to see Topkapi Palace, Leander's Tower and Uskudar from the sea. Stop at Buyukada, the popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pinewood scenery, once the pleasure island of Byzantine Princes. During the Summer season, enjoy the magical atmosphere that the Island's beach resort has to offer including many optional water sporting activities. Tour the island with horse-drawn carriages before stopping for an exquisite lunch at a fish restaurant. After your tour, we will transfer you back to your hotel.

Day 4

After breakfast at 09.00 am we depart for Isfanbul Tour that is Turkey’s first modern theme park, is located in Eyup district in Istanbul. The complex is settled on 600,000 m2 with more than 50 attractions including a 110 km/h fast-launched roller coaster, a water coaster combining a roller coaster experience with a water ride, and a family coaster.

Other attractions contain a rapid river ride, drop tower, dark ride, and more. For the kids there is a carousel, playgrounds, mini-cars and 3D movies. The park’s theme reflects the daily life in old Istanbul and furthermore features a large shopping centre next to the park. Isfanbul has been designed as different areas in order to serve to guests of all ages and preferences. It also allows guests access easily to any variety of fun they want to join within the park. We will be back to hotel around 16.30.

Included

Professional English-speaking tour guides

Transportation during the tour (Hotel pick-up and drop-off)

Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Guided Istanbul City Tour

Guided Istanbul Bosphorus Tour

Guided Prince's Island Tour

Guided Isfanbul (Vialand) Tour

Excluded

3 Night Accommodation

International flights

Lunch

Insurance: All types

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Tipping

Turkey entry visa

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry

Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section

Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.

Hagia Sophia Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

Tour Booking

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