We are pleased to present to you our professional offer for the tours in Turkey. Below you will find detailed information about each tour, including highlights, duration, inclusions, and special notes.
Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul & Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Dinner Included
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.
Between 19:30–20:00 transfer to the Bosphorus pier for an unforgettable dinner cruise. Enjoy spectacular views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress, Bosphorus Bridge, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Beylerbeyi Palace while sailing between Europe and Asia. Traditional Turkish entertainment and folklore performances accompany your dinner. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 – Byzantine Heritage Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
After breakfast, depart for a full-day exploration of Byzantine Constantinople. Visit the world-famous Hagia Sophia, considered one of the greatest architectural achievements in human history and the spiritual heart of the Byzantine Empire. Continue to the historic Hippodrome Square, once the center of chariot races, political gatherings and public ceremonies. Visit the impressive Basilica Cistern, an underground engineering masterpiece built during the reign of Emperor Justinian.
After lunch, continue to the Chora Church, renowned for its magnificent Byzantine mosaics and frescoes depicting scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. Visit the historic Church of St. Mary of Blachernae, one of the most important pilgrimage sites of the Byzantine period. Continue to the remains of the Blachernae Palace, the final residence of Byzantine Emperors before the fall of Constantinople. The tour concludes with a visit to the iconic Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, one of the most unique churches in Istanbul. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 – Departure from Istanbul Breakfast Included
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your flight schedule. End of Grandoria Services.