Istanbul City Break-Four Days
Istanbul City Break-Four Days
$472
Tour Overview
Explore unique Istanbul with 4 days customized package. Join full-day tours with expert local guides and learn histories about Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans and life of locals. Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, walk on the Hippodrome where German Fountain and Obelisk, Enjoy cruising on the Bosphorus, see wooden houses of Ottomans, Visit Princes Island; the biggest out of a set of 9 islands. There are colorful fruit trees, beautiful gardens, forest areas, and exotic flowers. 4* Hotel accommodation in Sultanahmet, Airport transfers, Day tours with English speaking tour guide, Skip-The-Line Tickets, Lunch at tours provided. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Avicenna Hotel
Upon arrival Istanbul Airport greeted by your driver and drive to your hotel. Check-in and the rest of the day is yours to explore city. Overnight in Istanbul
Day 2 : Treasures Of Istanbul
Location: Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace Museum, The Blue Mosque, İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Avicenna Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your full-day tour. Explore Hagia Sophia; Meaning Divine Wisdom, Hagia Sophia was the largest building on earth barring the Egyptian Pyramids or the Great Wall of China. Today's Hagia Sophia was built by the Emperor Justinian in 537AD. It was the religious center of the city during the Byzantine period. It was used as a church for 916 years and as a mosque for 481 years, In 1934, by the order of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk it was converted into a museum and since it is open to the visitors.
Next; Topkapi Palace; As well as being the imperial residence of the Sultan, the palace was also the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire. It housed the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years until the Dolmabahçe palace was built. In 1924, it was converted into a museum. Today it is famous with harem, royal treasury, and holy relics sections
Continue to with Hippodrome; Built by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203AD, during the Roman period hippodrome was the civil center for the people of the city where once 100,000 spectators could be held. Located in the heart of Sultanahmet surrounded by Blue mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace, today it is home to The Egyptian Obelisk (Dikilitaş), The Serpentine Column (Burma sütun), The Constantine Column and German Fountain.
Next, Blue Mosque; Built by the Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I in the year 1616, is located opposite the Hagia Sophia. Blue mosque today is one of the most famous landmarks of the old city with its famous six minarets and magnificent dome. Although it is officially called Sultanahmet Mosque, the name Blue Mosque was given to it by the visitors because of the amazing blue tiles decorating the interior walls.
Next, Grand Bazaar; With 18 entrances and more than 4000 shops, it is one of the greatest bazaars in the world. It was built between 1455-1461 by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror. Today, shops selling the same kind of merchandise tend to be congregated in their own streets or inns as it was the original Ottoman system. At the end of the tour drive to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 : Bosphorus Cruise & Spice Bazaar Tour
Location: Mısır Çarşısı, Mısır Çarşısı, Bosphorus
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Celal Sultan Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your half-day tour. Visit Spice Bazaar; Built-in 1664 it is on an ‘L’ shape with six gates. It was called Egyptian Bazaar during the ottoman period because shopkeepers used to sell herbs and spices brought throughout Egypt and Asia. Today still many spice shops and herb specialists are continuing their business there, You can get the mesmerizing spice smells from a mile away.
Next, Cruising on Bosphorus; where you will enjoy a magnificent view. A great history, beautiful nature. The Bosphorus divides Europe and Asia geographically but connects culturally & historically. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion, you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, Rustem Pasa Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and further along with the parks and imperial pavillions of Yildiz Palace. This cruise will be highlights of your trip to Istanbul. At the end of the tour drive you back to your hotel, Overnight in Istanbul
Day 4 : End Of Our Servıce
Location: İstanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out. Check out ıs at 12:00pm. End of our service.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 nights accommadation
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Transfers from/to Airport
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free wi-fi available at the hotel
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Fully Guided
Day tours with professional English speaking guide
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Meals – Half Board
Meal plans as mentioned on the itinerary
What's Not Included
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Drinks with Meals
Beverages with meals
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Tipping and Gratuities
optional
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Entrance Fees
Admission Fee(per person): -Topkapi Palace Incl. Hagia Irene:450TL Note: The tour guide will have pre paid skip the line tickets to avoid long ticket queues. The cost of used entry tickets can be paid to your guide in cash dolar, euro or turkish lira at tours.
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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Can we get a guide in our own language?
Yes, please contact us for further details
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No
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What is the maximum group size?
12
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What is the tipping policy?
to the generosity of the guest
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euro, USD, Sterlin
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Tour is guarantee departure
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, mentioned on the price list
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4*
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
No
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
It may be possible to amend your booking, however this depends upon the type of amendment required and is at the discretion of the travel service provider. Send us a message with your current service booking number and specific details of your amendment, and we will be able to advise if the change/amendment is possible.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
When you have a confirmed booking and prior to travel, you will receive a travel voucher - please ensure to print this off and include it with all of other documentation. This voucher is unique to the booking and is the proof of purchase. It must be presented together with valid photo ID upon commencement of your selected tour, or used to redeem the ticket. There may be separate instructions on your voucher under the Important Information-Notes field, please make sure you read these in advance of the travel service.
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Should I have a travel insurance when traveling?
A travel insurance protects you during your vacation. We highly recommend a travel insurance because it cover trip interruption, dental, emergency medical transportation, lost luggage, missed connection, itinerary change, accidental death, and financial default of airlines, cruise lines and tour operators.
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Tour Altinkum Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 1 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tour altinkum travel charges.
Up to 3 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Istanbul City Break-Four Days
4 Days Starting in istanbul and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: İstanbul, Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace Museum, The Blue Mosque, Mısır Çarşısı, Bosphorus ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
39776P123
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Meat, Halal, Vegetarians