Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul & Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Dinner Included
Arrival & Transfer: Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Free time to relax before the evening program.
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: In the evening, transfer to the Bosphorus pier for an unforgettable dinner cruise. Sail between Europe and Asia while enjoying spectacular views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress, Bosphorus Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace. Enjoy Turkish cuisine accompanied by traditional entertainment and folklore performances. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 – Byzantine Constantinople Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Morning Exploration: After breakfast, depart for a full-day exploration of Byzantine Istanbul. Visit Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome Square, and Basilica Cistern.
Afternoon Exploration: After lunch, visit Little Hagia Sophia Mosque and the historic Constantinople City Walls. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 – Chora Church & Golden Horn Heritage Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
Byzantine Heritage & Mosaics: After breakfast, continue your Byzantine heritage journey with a visit to the world-famous Chora Church (Kariye Mosque), renowned for its extraordinary mosaics and frescoes depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. Continue to the Church of St. Mary of Blachernae.
Golden Horn Exploration: After lunch, explore the vibrant historic districts of Balat and Fener, and visit the Bulgarian St. Stephen Church. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 – Departure from Istanbul Breakfast Included
Checkout & Transfer: After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your departure flight schedule.
Conclusion: End of Grandoria Services.