TunisUSA - The Specialists of Tunisian and Turkish Travel

ISTANBUL: HISTORY, ART and ARCHITECTURE

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Istanbul is one of the world's most fascinating cities... The juxtaposition of the ancient and the "au courant" is everywhere. The city of Istanbul, including the many areas on both the European side, the Asian side, out along the Bosphorus, have all come to be seen as part of greater Istanbul.

This very special tour takes you to different areas of Istanbul every day, providing an in-depth experience of this city that is dynamic, expansive and vast in its historical treasures...

This tour includes a knowledgeable English speaking guide and a comfortable vehicle with driver, a nice boutique hotel in the historic Sultanahmet district, along with full breakfasts and some additional lunches and dinners as noted.

A truly wonderful way to experience this world-class city!!!

Day 1 - Istanbul

Upon your arrival into Istanbul, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the historic Sultanahmet district of Istanbul. Your guide will provide you with an orientation of your coming days in Istanbul and a brief orientation of Istanbul. After checking into your hotel, you will have the remainder of the day to relax and recover from your flight. You may choose to explore a bit on your own. Evening welcome dinner in town. Overnight in Istanbul. (D)

Day 2 - Istanbul

Full day of sightseeing, including the Hippodrome area, which includes Topkapi Palace, Haigha Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. Lunch will be included. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Istanbul.(B,L)

[The Blue Mosque]
The Blue mosque

Day 3 - Istanbul

Full day of sightseeing which will include a Bosphorous cruise from Eminonu to Sariyer. Visits will be made at the Sadberk Ilanim Museum, as well as a visit to the Spice Bazaar, also known as the "Egyptian" market. Lunch will be in a fish restaurant on the Bosphorous. Dinner suggestions will be provided by TunisUSA, as your dining tonight is independent. Overnight in Istanbul. (B,L)

[Houses on the River]
A view from the Bosphorus

Day 4 - Istanbul

Today's touring will concentrate on the art and architecture of Byzantium. You touring today will include the Basilica Cistern, Chora Church, Valens Aqueduct, Church of St. Sergius and Bachua (often thought of as the smaller Haigha Sophia), Million Stone, Pantrakrator Church, Museum of Archaeology and the Museum of Palace Mosaics. Dinner suggestions will be provided by TunisUSA, as your dining tonight is independent. Overnight in Istanbul. (B,L)

Day 5 - Istanbul

Today's touring will concentrate on the art and architecture of the Ottoman Empire. Your touring will include the Dolmabache Palace, the Suleimani Mosque, Ibrahim Pasha Palace (also known as the Museum of Islamic Art), Rustem Pasha Mosque, the Ciragan Palace and the Ortakoy Mosque.

[Domabache Palace]
Inside the Domabache Palace

Dinner suggestions will be provided by TunisUSA, as your dining tonight is independent. Overnight in Istanbul. (B,L)

Day 6 - Istanbul

Today's touring will include the more contemporary Istanbul, concentrating on the architecture and culture from the late 19th century when Istanbul became such a cosmopolitan city to the current lifestyle of Istanbul, which includes some of the most fashionable and au courant art and lifestyle. Dinner suggestions will be provided by TunisUSA, as your dining tonight is independent. Overnight in Istanbul. (B,L)

[Ortakoy at night]
Ortakoy, along the Bosphorus

Day 7 - Istanbul

This morning, your touring today will include Etiler, Levent, Bebek, Bosphorus and other examples of residential architecture. You will take the tram that brings you to the heart of Beyoglu, once considered the European Istanbul not only due to its geographic position on the European side, but due to its European population. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, to explore as you choose or do some last minute shopping. You are independent to explore Istanbul's many eating options for your lunch. Your guide will be happy to advise you in your independent plans. Dinner suggestions will be provided by TunisUSA, as your dining tonight is independent. Overnight in Istanbul. (B)

Day 8 - Istanbul departure

This morning, a driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the airport for your departure flight out of Turkey.

COST: $1,995.

Includes:

All touring, entrance fees, baggage handling and most meals, as indicated on the itinerary.
Price is based on double occupancy in deluxe/first class hotels.

Price does not include air.