Itinerary

1. 2 NIGHT 3 DAY ISTANBUL TOUR

   Day 1: Arrival & Istanbul Highlights

   Morning:

   • Airport Transfer: Meet your driver at Istanbul Airport (IST/SAW) and transfer to your hotel.

   • Check-in & Refresh (Depending on arrival time).

   Afternoon: Old City Tour

   • Hagia Sophia: Explore the iconic Byzantine masterpiece.

   • Blue Mosque: Admire its stunning Iznik tiles and architecture.

   • Hippodrome: See the ancient Roman chariot-racing arena.

   • Topkapi Palace (Optional Harem Section): Ottoman sultans’ former residence.

   • Lunch: Traditional Turkish cuisine at a local restaurant.

   Evening:

   • Free time to explore Sultanahmet or visit the Grand Bazaar (if time allows).

   • Overnight in Istanbul.

   Day 2: Bosphorus & Asian Side Discovery

   Morning:

   • Spice Bazaar: Vibrant market with exotic spices and sweets.

   • Bosphorus Cruise: Scenic boat tour between Europe and Asia.

   • Rumeli Fortress (Photo Stop): 15th-century Ottoman fortress.

   Afternoon:

   • Lunch: Fresh seafood or Turkish dishes by the Bosphorus.

   • Camlica Hill: Panoramic city views from Istanbul’s highest point.

   • Üsküdar or Kadiköy: Stroll through lively Asian-side districts.

   Evening:

   • Return to the hotel or optional Turkish Night Show (whirling dervishes & folk dances).

   • Overnight in Istanbul.

   Day 3: Departure

   • Breakfast at the hotel.

   • Airport Transfer: Check out and transfer to the airport for your flight.

   Additional Notes:

   • Optional Activities: Whirling Dervish ceremony, Turkish bath, or Princes’ Islands tour.

   • Hotel Options: Centrally located 4*/5* hotels (e.g., Sultanahmet or Taksim area).