It is the only city in the world to straddle two continents, Europe and Asia, and the only one to have been a capital during two consecutive empires - Christian and Islamic.

Once capital of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul still remains the commercial, historical and cultural pulse of Turkey, and its beauty lies in its ability to embrace its contradictions.

Ancient and modern, religious and secular, Asia and Europe, mystical and earthly all co-exist here. In addition to its unique historical and cultural background and innumerable attractions, modern hotels, exclusive restaurants, nightclubs, bazaars and shops make Istanbul a superb site.

With its sites touched by mythology, museums, churches, palaces, mosques, bazaar and natural beauties Istanbul is really charming the visitors.

Departure from the hotel  and drive to "Sultan Ahmet area", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantian and Ottoman Empires were ruled.

Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th.century by Emperor Justinian. Blue Mosque, facing  Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political activities of the old city. Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar,  Mostattractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leather ware and souvenir.

Tour Price / Private arrangement / per person :
1 person: 180 US$,    2 people: 105 US$,        3 people: 80 US$,   
4 - 6 people: 70 US$,  7 - 10 people: 50 US$

Departure from the hotel and visit of Rustem Pasha Mosque, built between 1561 and 1563 by Ottoman imperial architect Sinan built for Rustem Pasha (husband of daughter of  Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent). The Rustem Pasha Mosque is famous for its exquisite Iznik Tiles set in a very wide variety of beautiful floral and geometric designs.

Then visit of Topkapi Palace, the imperial seat of the government of The Ottoman Empire between 1485 and 1856, exhibiting imperial treasury, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc.,

Tour Price / Private arrangement / per person :
1 person: 180 US$,    2 people: 105 US$,   3 people: 80 US$,   
4 - 6 people: 70 US$,  7 - 10 people: 50 US$

Departure from the hotel and drive to Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), Mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, fish etc.,

Then Bosphorus Cruise,  through the waterway separating the two continents, Asia and Europe, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residential and luxurious apartments.

Tour Price / Private arrangement / per person :
1 person: 165 US$,    2 people: 100 US$,   3 people: 80 US$,   
4 - 6 people: 65 S$,  7 - 10 people: 50 US$

Drive to Dolmabahce Palace, the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4,5 tons handelier.

The  drive to Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe ) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Camlica Hill, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view.

Tour Price / Private arrangement / per person :
1 person: 175 US$,    2 people: 100 US$,   3 people: 80 US$,   
4 - 6 people: 75 US$,  7 - 10 people: 55 US$

Visits of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, German Fountain of  Wilhelme II, Grand Covered Bazaar, Topkapi Palace. (Lunch Included)

Please notice: Hagia Sophia is closed on Monday and replaced with Kariye (St. Savior in Chora ) Museum. Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday replaced with Archaeological Museum. Grand Covered Bazaar closed on Sunday.

Tour Price / Private arrangement / per person :
1 person: 340 US$,    2 people:200 US$,   3 people: 155 US$,   
4 - 6 people: 140 US$,  7 - 10 people: 110 US$

Departure from hotel and cruise in Sea of Marmara to Prince's Islands.

Stop at Buyukada, the popular summer resort with pine trees.
This was also the exile island of the Byzantine Prince's. Following
lunch in a seaside restaurant , you will have a tour of the island with
horse-drawn carriages.

Evening return to Istanbul and transfer to hotel.  (Lunch Included)

Tour Price / Private arrangement / per person :
1 person: 335 US$,    2 people: 185 US$,   3 people: 135 US$,   
4 - 6 people: 120 US$,  7 - 10 people: 80 US$

You will be picked up from your hotel and drive to a first class restaurant.

With half a bottle of wine or 2 soft drinks included, watching spectacular  floorshow of famous belly dancers, typical Anatolian Folklore groups featuring popular musical instruments and Turkish singer.

Tour Price / per person :
1 person: 210 US$,    2 people: 140 US$,   3 people : 110 US$,   
4 - 6 people : 100 US$,  7 - 10 people: 90 US$