Day 1 = Historical Surface of Istanbul (Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace Museum, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar)
Day 2 = Heart of Istanbul (Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Galata Tower, Galata Bridge)

Meet with your guide at your hotel lobby at given time. Than start the day with beatiful history of Istanbul that comes from Greek dates back 7'th Century B.C. 

Than proceed to see Topkapi Palace that was residence of Ottoman Sultans that today exhibits imperial treasury, 
sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy and much more.

Hagia Sophia was firstly built as a basilica made by wooden, than changed into a Christian cathedral and later a mosque. 

Blue Mosque that is famous for its over 20.000 blue Iznik tiles  

Hippodrome that was center of sporting events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities on that times
And lastly Grand Bazaar that was used in Ottoman Empire for nearly 500 years and today it is still in us for all nation with its big covered areas and 3600 shops. 

A journey to heart of Istanbul with your guide that will mesmerize you. 

Proceed to see Taksim Square that is famous among foreign and native people with ıts favourite location for parades, New Year celebrations, or other social gatherings. Even though its name means divide, the square gathers people and is known as heart of Istanbul.

Istiklal Street, with its over three million people during weekends is one the most famous place in Istanbul since 19 th century. 
Boutiques, music stores, bookstores, art galleries, cinemas, theatres, libraries, cafes, pubs, night clubs with live music, historical patisseries, 
chocolateries and restaurants; Those are small branches that gathers everyone in this Street.

Galata Tower that is one of Istanbul's best known landmarks is 67 meters tall and 35 metres high from sea level. It’s almost 700 years old. From the restaurant and cafe on it’s upper floors, you can see stunning views of the Bosphorus waters, a sight that is even better at sunset.

And lastly Galata Bridge that is the oldest recorded bridge over the Golden Horn.
Than transfer to Hotel.

• Professional English Speaking Guide
• All sightseeings mentioned in the itinerary
• Pick up and drop off services
• Land transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle 

• Beverages
• Tips to the guide&driver(optional)
• Personal expenses
• Entrance fees of attractions

•Meeting point for the tours are lobby of the your hotel
•Please advise your private tour pick up time at the time of booking.
•Passaports should be taken for childrens (photo of pasaport is accaptable)
•Please enter name of the Ship and Arrival/Departure Hours at the time of the booking. The guide will be holding a sign with the lead passenger name written on it. (for Cruise passangers)
•Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, will be replaced with Archaelogy Museum 
•Entrance of The Harem in Topkapi Palace is not included
•Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, will be replaced with Arasta Bazaar
•Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays, will be replaced with Chora Museum
•Blue Mosque is closed on Fridays due to Friday Prayer. The place will just be visited from garden.