260 activitati in Istanbul, TURKEY

A real paradise located on the Black Sea, about 2 hour drive from Istanbul, considered as a summer resort of Istanbul. When arrive first to Shila which is a small fishing village that grew with the march of time and became a little town, opportunity to take pictures of the fishing port, small castle and attractive villas overlooking the Black Sea. A real paradise located on the Black Sea, about 2 hour drive from Istanbul, considered as a summer resort of Istanbul. When arrive first to Shila which is a small fishing village that grew with the march of time and became a little town, opportunity to take pictures of the fishing port, small castle and attractive villas overlooking the Black Sea. Continue on to Agva to enjoy a river boat tour towards the sea with free time for enjoying swimming or relaxing on the shore whilst appreciating the wonderful scenery and sea views. Return to Istanbul by the evening. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Duration: 10-12 hours depending on the traffic and the season. Start/opening time: At 8:15am. Languages: Arabic.

Discover some of the lesser known gems of Istanbul in this 4 hour tour. You’ll learn all about the Byzantine heritage of this great city, visiting the Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora with its exquisite frescoes and mosaics, the impressive underground Basilica Cistern and the magnificent Theodosian Walls. A knowledgeable guide will provide you with plenty of fascinating background to the histor Discover some of the lesser known gems of Istanbul in this 4 hour tour. You’ll learn all about the Byzantine heritage of this great city, visiting the Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora with its exquisite frescoes and mosaics, the impressive underground Basilica Cistern and the magnificent Theodosian Walls. A knowledgeable guide will provide you with plenty of fascinating background to the history and culture of this great city. The Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora is considered to be one of the most beautiful surviving examples of Byzantine religious architecture in Istanbul. This 5th century jewel of Byzantine architecture is situated just outside the historic centre and was converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest before becoming a museum in 1948. Do not miss the mind-blowingly colourful frescoes and mosaics that cover the interior of the building. Next stop is the Basilica Cistern, the largest and most impressive of the several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city. The cistern, located 150m southwest of Hagia Sophia on the historical peninsula of Sarayburnu, was built in the 6th century during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian in order to ensure a supply of fresh drinking water. Our final visit is to the magnificent Theodosian Walls. This series of extensively restored stone walls have surrounded and protected the city of Constantinople ever since its foundation as the new capital of the Byzantine Empire by Constantine the Great. They were the last great fortification system of antiquity, and one of the most complex and elaborate defensive systems ever built. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotel. Duration: Four hours. Start/opening time: At 8am - 8.30am.

Black sea Coast & Greenery: Drive to one of the very well preserved natural sites in Istanbul where greenery meets with the Turquoise waters enjoying breath taking forests, and Golden Coast of the Black Sea with opportunity for walking, swimming and relaxing in unique fresh air & unforgettable scenery. With opportunity of shopping break in one selected Mall. Black sea Coast & Greenery: Drive to one of the very well preserved natural sites in Istanbul where greenery meets with the Turquoise waters enjoying breath taking forests, and Golden Coast of the Black Sea with opportunity for walking, swimming and relaxing in unique fresh air & unforgettable scenery. With opportunity of shopping break in one selected Mall. Languages: Arabic.

Second in size only to Rome in antiquity, Ephesus is a treasure trove of ruins that include one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the last home of the Virgin Mary. This full-day tour will allow you to explore this vast outdoor museum that has been at the crossroads of history for thousands of years. Ephesus is in the south west of Turkey and to reach it you can choose either an early morning flight to Izmir or a coach journey to Kusadasi the night before. At Ephesus, which was a major city in ancient Greece and rose to even greater prominence during Roman times, we will stroll along the Marble Street, the Odeon theatre, Odeon, the Bouleuterion, the Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, the Agoras, the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre – believed to have been the largest in the ancient world - the Double Church, the Arcadian Way, the Gate of Magnesia and much more. Then we’ll visit Mount Koressos to see the house that is believed to have been the last home of Our Lady. It is now a shrine and there is also a wishing wall where the faithful and the not-so-faithful leave requests. We’ll take a break for lunch at Selcuk, the city close to these ancient sites, before continuing the tour at the historic Isabey Mosque and the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Afterwards, you will return to ?zmir for an evening flight or to Kusadasi for the night bus to Istanbul. Includes round trip plane or bus tickets, transfers to and from central hotels, English-speaking professional guide (other languages are available on request), lunch, museum entrance. Excludes drinks and transfer from the bus station to the hotel (in the bus package) in Istanbul at the end of the tour.

Discover Istanbul at your own pace with our bespoke car hire packages. We can offer you an extensive range of services including buses, mini-buses and cars together with the services of one of our professional drivers. All our drivers are highly qualified and experienced and offer an excellent service to all our customers. Choose our services and enjoy everything that this beautiful city has to offer. Discover Istanbul at your own pace with our bespoke car hire packages. We can offer you an extensive range of services including buses, mini-buses and cars together with the services of one of our professional drivers. All our drivers are highly qualified and experienced and offer an excellent service to all our customers. Choose our services and enjoy everything that this beautiful city has to offer. Go to the parts of Istanbul that few visitors get the chance to see. Our private guide service allows you to explore not just the main sights and attractions but all the hidden corners and secret favorites known only to the locals. The knowledgeable guides will give you the lowdown on the history, the culture, the architecture, the legends and much, much more Meeting/pick-up point: At the hotel. Duration: 8 hours. Pick-up time: At 9am. End/closing time: At 5pm.

For thousands of years humans have been making their way to Pamukkale and Hierapolis to take it in the rare and fascinating landscape, and to relax in the thermal springs. Join us for this full-day tour out of Istanbul to south-west Turkey and discover just why the ancients flocked here. You can choose either an early morning flight to Izmir or a coach journey to Kusadasi the night before. Please note that this is a long journey, with Pamukkale and Hierapolis located more than 600km from Istanbul. Pamukkale and Hierapolis combined are a Unesco World Heritage Site. Pamukkale, which in English means ‘cotton castle’, is a series of cascading calcium terraces formed as a result of thermal springs. There are just a handful of these in the planet and they have to be seen to be believed. The contrast with the surrounding landscape is particularly stark. Up the hill, at Hierapolis, there is a well-preserved Roman theatre and ancient thermal baths, which have been restored and converted into an archaeological museum. Other significant sites include the Temple of Apollo, the Necropolis and the Nymphaeum. Afterwards, you will return to Izmir for evening flight or to Kusadasi for the night bus to Istanbul. Includes round trip plane or bus tickets, transfers to and from central hotels, English-speaking professional guide (other languages are available on request), lunch, museum entrance. Excludes drinks and transfer from the bus station to the hotel (in the bus package) in Istanbul at the end of the tour.

This full day tour will take you to some of the gems of Istanbul. Travel back in time and discover the story of Roman Byzantium, Byzantine Constantinople and Ottoman Istanbul as you explore the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace. A knowledgeable local guide will provide you with plenty of fascinating insight into the history and culture of this ancient city. This full day tour will take you to some of the gems of Istanbul. Travel back in time and discover the story of Roman Byzantium, Byzantine Constantinople and Ottoman Istanbul as you explore the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace. A knowledgeable local guide will provide you with plenty of fascinating insight into the history and culture of this ancient city. The first stop is the Hippodrome. This circus dating from Roman times was originally used for chariot racing and other public events and eventually became the social and cultural heart of Constantinople, the scene of riots, palace intrigues, love affairs and horse races throughout Byzantine history. Next we'll visit the Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque due to its decoration with more than 20,000 blue Iznik tiles. This splendid building with its six minarets has dominated the Istanbul skyline ever since its construction by Sultan Ahmet I in the early 17th century. Next head to Hagia Sophia, considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture. Having been used as both a cathedral and a mosque, the vast and intricate building is now a fascinating museum. From here we’ll head to the Grand Bazaar, a labyrinth of streets and narrow passageways where you will find over 4000 shops and stalls with separate areas for different crafts. This is an ideal place to stock up on traditional Turkish handicrafts such as colourful hand-painted earthenware and hand-burnished copper, brass and onyx. The tour will end with a visit to the impressive Topkapi Palace, residence of the Ottoman sultans between the 15th and 19th centuries. This sumptuous building houses an exquisite collection of precious gems, jewellery, royal thrones and vestments as well as wonderful Ottoman-style miniatures. At its peak, the palace was a mysterious city within a city, home to as many as 4,000 people, covering a large area with an extensive shoreline along the Bosphorus. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotel. Duration:8 hrs. Start/opening time: At 8am - 8.30am. Others:As mosques are closed on Fridays, there will only be external visits on that day.

Join us for a full-day Bosphorus tour by land and sea that will take you all the way back to Byzantium and Constantinople. At the crossroads between East and West, this channel is the setting for some of the most impressive landmarks in Istanbul as well as its fair share of hidden gems. We begin with a coach tour along the Golden Horn, the inlet that has been the city’s natural harbour since it was settled in Roman times. We’ll pass through the former non-Muslim districts, seeing traces of the their rich past such as the Bulgarian Orthodox metal Church of St. Stephen, the Jewish Hospital and 22km-long Byzantine defensive walls. At the Egyptian Bazaar you will experience every culinary fragrance imaginable as you navigate through the stalls selling fresh and dried fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices. Then we’ll hop on a boat for a romantic Bosphorus cruise, with Europe and Asia on either side. Take photos of marble palaces and ancient wooden villas perched side by side with modern mansions and luxury apartments. You’ll see the impressive Rumeli Fortress, which dates from before the Ottoman conquest and, if time permits, we’ll visit a leather showroom. We’ll break for a traditional Turkish lunch to replenish our energies for the busy afternoon ahead. And what an afternoon it is! We’ll head for the Beylerbeyi Palace, a summer residence for the sultans, and then to the Bosphorus Bridge. Here you can step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in two minutes. From there we’ll continue in Asia up to either Çamlıca Hill or Yeditepe for panoramic views of the city and bosphorus. You will also see the imperial gardens of the Yıldız Palace.

Discover three cities in one day with a guided tour of some of the most interesting Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks in Istanbul Highlights - Thousands of years of history in one day - Visit some of Istanbul’s most famous landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace - Explore the Grand Bazaar and grab yourself a bargain The first visit of the day is the Hippodrome, Sultanahmet Square, where chariot races were held right up until the Ottoman conquest. Among the attractions in this beautiful setting, you will find the Serpent Column, a 2,500-year-old ancient Greek relic, the Walled Obelisk and the Obelisk of Thutmose III, a red granite obelisk that has remained in excellent condition despite being over 3000 years old. Located just a stone’s throw away, is the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, the next destination. More popularly known as the Blue Mosque due to its Hand-painted blue tiles that decorate the interior walls. This lavish mosque was constructed in the 17th Century and is still used as a mosque to this day. Enjoy a relaxing stroll across the serene Sultanahmet Square brings us to Hagia Sophia, which for over a millennium, was the largest church in the world, before it was turned into a mosque following the fall of Constantinople. Here, you can admire some of the most beautiful mosaics you will ever see. After working up an appetite, you will head to a traditional Turkish restaurant where your taste-buds will be tantalised with a delicious lunch. After charging your batteries, you will make your way to Topkapi Palace, the vast complex from where the Ottoman sultans ruled an empire and kept concubines in the harem. The exuberance of the lifestyles enjoyed by the sultans is everywhere to be seen as you wander this beautiful museum. Just when you think you have seen enough, head to Sokullu Mehmet Paşa in Kadirga, before visiting the Grand Bazaar, where every day up 400,000 shoppers scour the more than 3,000 shops in 61 covered streets in search of bargains. With beauty and culture all around you, and a visit to of the most famous markets in the world, your day will be full of surprises! Others When Hagia Sophia (Monday) or the Topkapi (Tuesdays) are closed, the underground Basilica Cistern will be visited. Grand bazaar is closed on Sundays. As mosques are closed on Fridays, there will only be external visits on that day.

Your private vehicle will be waiting for you for an early morning transfer to the airport. Following the flight to Kayseri city, you will travel to the Cappadocia region by car. Your tour will include the Zelve Valley and the Goreme Open-air Museum with its churches carved out of rock and one of kind frescoes; as well as the Kaymakli underground city, where early Christians found refuge. You may opt for a local lunch, before leaving Cappadocia and driving to Kayseri for the flight to Istanbul. Languages English

Our tour of inlet in the peninsula which is known as the golden horn of Istanbul and had an important role in the sea trade throughout the history is prepared especially for you with the difference of our service, so that our guests can experience this historical texture. After the breakfast at the hotel, we get on to our vehicles waiting to go to Pierre Loti hill in the historical Balat area, which is the first stop of our tour. We sip our morning teas in the spectacular scenery of the Golden Horn on Pierre Loti hill and then, we pass to our vehicles via telpher. We perform our trip to Eyüp, which is the first settlement place outside the city walls after the conquest of Istanbul, and Eyüp Sultan Mosque. Because Eyüp Sultan El Ensari's tomb is also located in Eyüp Sultan Mosque, we give free time for our guests who would like to perform salaat. After this visit, we go to Rahmi Koç Museum located on the other side of the Golden Horn and perform a special tour in the museum established inside the historical inlet texture. You will have the chance to see many different sections in the museum, including the marine department, the aviation department and the antique car section. After completing our museum tour, we go to Galata Tower, which is one of the oldest towers of the world and was built as a 70 meters high lantern tower, with our guide by our vehicle. We take photographs of this unique view where Istanbul is almost under your feet during the free time and complete our tour in the highest tower of Istanbul.

The Ancient City of Ephesus is one of the crown jewels of mankind’s greatest cultural and historical heritage. Ephesus is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC and destroyed in 401 BC by a mob led by St. John Chrysostom); as well as being one the of the seven churches of Asia that are cited in the Book of Revelation, and the supposed site of writing of the Gospel of John. The Ancient City of Ephesus is one of the crown jewels of mankind’s greatest cultural and historical heritage. Ephesus is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis (completed around 550 BC and destroyed in 401 BC by a mob led by St. John Chrysostom); as well as being one the of the seven churches of Asia that are cited in the Book of Revelation, and the supposed site of writing of the Gospel of John. You will take a walk in the ancient streets, as well as seeing hints of wealthy urban lifestyle at the height of Roman and Greek civilizations. You will take an early morning- flight to Izmir and then transfer to Ephesus. On the way, you will pay a pilgrimage visit to the House of Mother Mary. This Christian and Muslim shrine is located in the vicinity of Ephesus; and it is believed by many that Mother Mary, was taken to this stone house by Saint John and lived her last days there. Her final resting place is also nearby. You will then visit the ancient city of Ephesus, the Roman capital of Asia Minor. Your tour will include the Odeon, the Marble Street, the Hadrian Temple, the Celcius Library and the Great Theatre. After lunch, the tour will take you to the Basilica of St.John. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Izmir airport and take a return flight to Istanbul. You will be met at Istanbul Ataturk Airport and transferred back to your hotel, to end your journey. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotel. Start/opening time: 6am. End/closing time: 9pm. Included: Transportation by air conditioned vehicles, domestic flight tickets airport transfers. Not included: Drinks, all personal expenses, admission fees and lunch.

Private early morning transfer to the airport. Upon your arrival at Izmir Airport, your private car and guide will be ready for you for a drive to Ephesus. The tour of this Roman capital of Asia Minor includes the Odeon, the Marble Street, the Hadrian Temple, the Celcius Library and the the Great Theatre. Private early morning transfer to the airport. Upon your arrival at Izmir Airport, your private car and guide will be ready for you for a drive to Ephesus. The tour of this Roman capital of Asia Minor includes the Odeon, the Marble Street, the Hadrian Temple, the Celcius Library and the the Great Theatre. You may opt for lunch in a local restaurant, before paying a pilgrimage visit to the House of Virgin Mary. This Christian and Muslim shrine is located in the vicinity of Ephesus; and it is believed by many that Virgin Mary was taken to this stone house by Saint John and lived there. Your car will then take you back to Izmir Airport for the flight to Istanbul. The tour will end with a private transfer to your hotel. Meeting/pick-up point: At the hotel. Duration: 12 hours. Start/opening time: At 6am. Languages: English. Not included: Drinks and all personal expenses, admission fees and lunch. Others: Included: transportation by air conditioned vehicles, domestic flight tickets, airport transfers.

Your private vehicle will be waiting for you for an early morning transfer to the airport. Following the flight to Kayseri city, you will travel to the Cappadocia region by car. The visit will include Zelve Valley and the Göreme Open-air Museum with its churches carved out of rock and one of kind frescoes; as well as the Kaymakl› underground city, where early Christians found refuge. You may enjoy an optional lunch in a local restaurant with a selection of local wines; before leaving Cappadocia at noon and driving to Ankara via the famous Salt Lake, a vast ocean of white. The drive takes almost 4 hours, with optional lunch on the way, at the 13th Century Agz›karahan Caravanserai of Selçuks. Upon arrival in Ankara, you will take an evening flight to ‹stanbul, where you will be transferred to your hotel. Languages English

Your private vehicle will be waiting for you for an early morning transfer to the airport. Following the flight to Kayseri city, you will travel to the Cappadocia region by car. The visit will include Zelve Valley and the Göreme Open-air Museum with its churches carved out of rock and one of kind frescoes; as well as the Kaymakl› underground city, where early Christians found refuge. You may enjoy an optional lunch in a local restaurant with a selection of local wines; before leaving Cappadocia at noon and driving to Ankara via the famous Salt Lake, a vast ocean of white. The drive takes almost 4 hours, with optional lunch on the way, at the 13th Century Agz›karahan Caravanserai of Selçuks. Upon arrival in Ankara, you will take an evening flight to ‹stanbul, where you will be transferred to your hotel.

Popular with the city inhabitants of Istanbul, this beachside resort is located approximately 60 km west of the city. Ideal for those visiting Istanbul and looking for a day of relaxation including swimming, spa amenities and light games, guests can enjoy the facilities of a beachside hotel and take advantage of the nearby beach with a dip in the Marmara Sea. The hotel in the seaside town of Kumburgaz near Istanbul is only a few minutes’ walk to the beach. It offers outdoor and indoor swimming pools, water slides, fitness center, spa, solarium, playground, billiards, table tennis, Popular with the city inhabitants of Istanbul, this beachside resort is located approximately 60 km west of the city. Ideal for those visiting Istanbul and looking for a day of relaxation including swimming, spa amenities and light games, guests can enjoy the facilities of a beachside hotel and take advantage of the nearby beach with a dip in the Marmara Sea. The hotel in the seaside town of Kumburgaz near Istanbul is only a few minutes’ walk to the beach. It offers outdoor and indoor swimming pools, water slides, fitness center, spa, solarium, playground, billiards, table tennis, sauna, Turkish bath (massage is extra charged). Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Duration: 8 hours. Start/opening time: 8:15am. Others: Includes 2 way transport, beach, sauna, pool and lunch.