Description
Points of Interest
- Hagia Sofia
- Hippodrome
- Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar & Carpet Demonstration
- Bosphorus Cruise
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
The Straits of Bosphorus is the start of your itinerary, as you board a motorboat for a panoramic cruise that promises to leave you breathless. Whether from the comfort of the interior saloon or on deck, you'll witness grand Ottoman palaces and castles, as you dine on a traditional Turkish breakfast. Your tour continues with a drive to the Grand Bazaar, the largest market in the world, offering a carpet demonstration and shops filled with jewelry, carpets, leather ware, and copper goods.
Special Notes:
On Sundays, the covered section of the Grand Bazaar is closed. Shopping will be limited and take place in the area nearby the Grand Bazaar.Attire for visiting the mosque should cover shoulders and knees; shoes must be removed before entering; bring or wear socks. Shoe bags will be provided. In addition to covering shoulders and knees, all women must cover their head with a scarf. Professional photography and flash are not allowed.
The sequence of tour stops may vary; expect extreme dense traffic. Once in Old Istanbul, passengers will walk between the major sites.
Please be aware of the ongoing restoration of the Blue Mosque.
On Friday calls; Blue Mosque visit will be substituted with a historical Ottoman Mosque.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
This tour uses headsets.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Drive or walk to the local pier
Transport type:
Walking
Transport Capacity:
35
Travel time:
00:30
Bosphorus Cruise with Traditional Breakfast
Transport type:
Motorized Vessel
Transport Capacity:
180
Time at site:
01:30
Free time at site:
30
Inside visit:
Yes
Air conditioned:
Yes
Walking distance:
30
Steps:
10
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Transfer to Old City, and walk to the Blue Mosque
Transport type:
Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity:
35
Travel time:
00:30
Time at site:
00:30
Inside visit:
Yes
Air conditioned:
No
Walking distance:
220
Steps:
15
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
Yes
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Walk to the Grand Bazaar, optional Carpet Demonstration and Free time.
Transport type:
Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity:
35
Travel time:
00:20
Time at site:
01:40
Free time at site:
70
Inside visit:
Yes
Air conditioned:
No
Walking distance:
745
Steps:
2
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
Yes
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Walk back to pick-up point, re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship
Transport type:
Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity:
35
Travel time:
01:00