THE IMPERIAL CITY ISTANBUL

Immerse yourself in the historic heart of Constantinople/Istanbul and discover its most prominent Byzantine and Ottoman monuments: the Hagia Sophia Museum, a spectacular sixth-century church constructed by Emperor Justinian and crowned with a magnificent dome; the Ancient Hippodrome; the Blue Mosque, celebrated for its exquisite blue Iznik ceramic tiles; the Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent, a masterpiece of Ottoman architectural design; and Topkapi Palace, the residence of the Ottoman sultans. Return to hotel and Overnight stay at the hotel in Istanbul.

Today’s itinerary features a visit to the Egyptian Bazaar followed by a scenic excursion along the Bosphorus on a regular boat. The Bosphorus Strait, a spectacular natural marvel stretching just over thirty kilometers, winds between the hills of Asia and Europe, linking the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara. View the historic waterfront mansions dotting the shoreline. A journey to Istanbul is truly incomplete without wandering through the Grand Bazaar, the largest covered bazaar in the world with more than 4000 shops. Return to hotel and Overnight stay at the hotel in Istanbul.

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Istanbul Airport. END of SERVICES