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Istanbul Heritage Tour - Budget

Istanbul · Istanbul / Buyukada

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Group size

2 travellers

Flights Included

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Day by Day

Day 01 · Istanbul

Arrival in Istanbul – Welcome to Turkey (B)

Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be warmly welcomed and enjoy transfer to your Old City hotel along with a welcome package including vouchers, a map, and tourist information.

After checking in, refresh yourself and spend rest of the day at leisure—relax or explore historic streets, savor Turkish tea and baklava at rooftop spots in Fatih (Queb Rooftop, Mimar Sinan Roof, or Kubbe-i Aşk), try traditional hot sand coffee at Şark Kahvesi in the Grand Bazaar, or experience coffee-ground fortune-telling in Taksim (Symbol Cafe Teras, Melekler Kahvesi, or Kadınlar Kahvesi) before your overnight stay.
Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Stay

Istanbul: Barin Hotel

Breakfast · 3 nights

Transfer

Transfer — Istanbul Airport → Old City hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Day 02 · Istanbul

Istanbul Old City Tour – Journey Through History (B,L)

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour of Istanbul's historic Old City.
Begin your journey with a photo stop at Hagia Sophia Mosque, allowing you to admire this iconic landmark celebrated for its remarkable Byzantine architecture.
Continue to the Byzantine Hippodrome, the historic site where chariot races were once held and an important part of Istanbul's ancient heritage.
Next, visit the magnificent Blue Mosque, renowned for its impressive architecture and beautiful blue Iznik tiles.
Continue to Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman Sultans, and enjoy a photo stop at this magnificent landmark reflecting the grandeur of the Ottoman era.
The tour concludes at the Grand Bazaar, Turkey's largest covered market with approximately 4,000 shops. Wander through its vibrant lanes, discover traditional products and souvenirs, and experience the lively atmosphere of one of Istanbul's most famous shopping destinations.
Note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. In such cases, the sightseeing will be replaced with either the Underground Cistern or the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with the Spice Bazaar.
Overnight stay in Istanbul. (Breakfast & Lunch)

Transfer

Transfer — Hotel → Old City sights

Meals

Breakfast and Lunch

Day 03 · Istanbul / Buyukada

Excursion to Princes' Islands - Ferry Transfer (B,L)

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the ferry to Buyukada (Big Island), the largest of the Princes' Islands and a peaceful seaside escape from the city.
As the ferry leaves the Golden Horn, you will round Sarayburnu, the headland from where the domes and minarets of Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque can be seen.
The ferry journey continues past four islands, each featuring charming old Ottoman houses, before reaching Buyukada.
Upon arrival, discover the island's lavish Ottoman mansions and beautiful Victorian summer villas.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a cozy seaside fish restaurant and relax while looking back towards the domes and minarets among the skyscrapers of modern Istanbul.
Spend the day enjoying the peaceful surroundings of Buyukada, one of Istanbul's residents' favourite summer retreats.
Overnight stay in Istanbul. (Breakfast & Lunch)

Transfer

Transfer — Hotel → Ferry terminal

Meals

Breakfast and Lunch

More for this day

Transfer
Ferry — Istanbul → Buyukada

Day 04 · Istanbul

Departure from Istanbul – Until We Meet Again (B)

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and enjoy your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
As your Istanbul journey comes to an end, take with you memories of historic landmarks, beautiful architecture, charming island scenery and peaceful moments by the sea.
Leave Istanbul with memories that stretch from the heart of the Old City to the shores of Buyukada — until we meet again. (Breakfast)

Transfer

Transfer — Hotel → Istanbul Airport

Meals

Breakfast

Where You Stay

Istanbul: Barin Hotel

3 nights Breakfast

What’s Included

Included

3 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotels.
Full-day guided Istanbul Old City Tour on a small-group basis.
Photo stop at Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Visit to the Byzantine Hippodrome.
Visit to the Blue Mosque.
Photo stop at Topkapi Palace.
Visit to the Grand Bazaar.
Princes' Islands excursion including ferry journey to Buyukada.
Visit to the lavish Ottoman mansions and Victorian summer villas around Buyukada.
Welcome package including tour vouchers, an Istanbul map and tourist information.
English-speaking local tour guides.
Entrance fees to museums.
Daily bottled water.
Tips at restaurants and hotels.
All parking fees and highway tolls.
Meals as per the itinerary.
Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.

Not included

Personal expenses such as hotel minibar charges.
Drinks during meals.
Tips to the local guide and driver.
Optional tours, activities, experiences and upgrades are available at an additional cost and must be booked in advance where applicable.
No refund will be provided for any unused, partially used or missed services.
No refund will be provided for services missed due to late arrival, early departure or changes made by the guest.

Anything not listed above — ask and we will price it.

Terms & Policies

Booking this trip is subject to our Terms & Conditions and the cancellation policy below. The full document covers visas, force majeure, refunds and what happens if plans change.

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Payment & Refund Timelines

A 20% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
100% payment must be completed 14 days prior to arrival.

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