CITY WALLS
The first breach of the walls was by the Fourth Crusade in 1204, and the second breach was by the cannons and troops of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453.

DRIVE BY BUS TO THE GOLDEN HORN
The Golden Horn, a natural and extremely secure harbor, has played an important role in the development of Istanbul. This inlet divides the European shore into two. It is approximately 8 km long, and its widest part is the entrance from the Bosphorus. Two streams flow into this inlet at its far end.

SPICE BAZAAR (EGYPTIAN BAZAAR)
The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, cumin, saffron, mint, thyme, and every other imaginable herb and spice.

BOAT TRIP ON THE BOSPHORUS
A magnificent cruise between the continents of Europe and Asia, passing Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi Palaces, wooden villas, and mansions up to the Rumeli Fortress.

RUMELI FORTRESS (FROM THE SEA) (NO INTERIOR VISIT)
Istanbul had been besieged many times before Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror took the city in 1453, but it managed to defend itself with the help of the Roman city walls.

LUNCH
(Drinks are extra)

SHOPPING
Turkey is one of the best leather producers in the world. We will have the opportunity to watch a fashion show at an outlet center that manufactures and sells high-quality leather products. This is a great chance to see reasonably priced, good-quality leather accessories. (Optional due to heavy traffic and long lines at the palace.)

BOSPHORUS BRIDGE
A unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe).

BEYLERBEYI PALACE
The summer residence of the Ottoman Sultans, known for its original furniture and magnificent gardens, including the Harem, located on the Asian side.

ÇAMLICA HILL
One of the highest points in Istanbul. At the top, you can relax and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, decorated in traditional style, while sipping your drink at the café.

Also seen during the tour:
ÇIRAĞAN PALACE HOTEL KEMPINSKI * ORTAKÖY MOSQUE * MILITARY HIGH SCHOOL *
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE connecting EUROPE & ASIA continents
DOLMABAHÇE PALACE (from the sea)