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. 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
After breakfast, depart for a full-day exploration of Byzantine Istanbul. Visit the magnificent Hagia Sophia, the architectural masterpiece of Emperor Justinian and the spiritual center of the Byzantine Empire for centuries. Continue to the historic Hippodrome Square, once the heart of Constantinople's political and social life. Explore the fascinating Basilica Cistern, an underground engineering marvel built during the Byzantine era. After lunch, visit the historic Little Hagia Sophia Mosque, originally built as the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus. Continue to the impressive remains of the ancient Constantinople City Walls, which protected the city for over a thousand years. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 – Chora Church & Golden Horn Heritage Tour Breakfast & Lunch Included
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 historic Church of St. Mary of Blachernae, one of the most important pilgrimage sites of Byzantine Christianity. After lunch, explore the historic districts surrounding the Golden Horn, including Balat and Fener, where centuries of Byzantine, Greek and Ottoman heritage coexist. Visit the iconic Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, one of Istanbul's most unique religious monuments. Return to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 – Departure from Istanbul Breakfast Included
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your departure flight schedule. End of Grandoria Services.