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Troy Experience Group Tour - 1 day

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This 1 day tour, starts and ends in Istanbul, Turkey. This is a full day tour starting and ending in Istanbul. It visits ancient Troy of Helen and Paris fame and scene of Homer's 'The Iliad', the battle of Troy and the Trojan Horse'. Departing along the scenic coastline of the Sea of Marmara, we journey back in time with a visit to the ancient city of Troy — legendary home of the famous Trojan Horse and the timeless tale of Helen of Sparta and Paris of Troy.

War sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Canakkale, Troy

Duration1 day

From

USD 275

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Tour RBC - Romantic Bosphorus Cruise - 1 day

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An enchanted evening cruise starts while you sip your welcome drink and enjoy the marvelous scenery as the sun sets on the Bosphorus. Chance to view and photograph the precious relics of three world dominating Empires: Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman. The royal Dolmabahçe Palace, the late residence of the Ottoman Sultans; Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges connecting the two continents Asia and Europe; Rumeli Fortress, the historical armament built by the Conqueror Sultan, marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman style besides modern residentials. These are all things you will see on this tour. In short, explore Istanbul from the sea, on Bosphorus, a unique link between East and West, Past and Present. Do all this, while enjoying a welcome drink and perhaps a wonderful sunset, if the weather permits.

CruiseSightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 hour

Pera at Nights - 1 day

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Meeting in front of Starbucks near The Marmara Hotel at Taksim Square. First taste is ‘’Wet Burger’’. Visit Hacıbekir Sweet Shop, confiseur since 1777, to taste the best Lokum (Turkish Delight) and colourful “Bonbon Turc”. Experiencing different sidewalk tastes, wander through Flower Passage and Nevizade Street. Explore the uncharted side-streets of Pera, cultural heart of İstanbul. Tasting kebap wraps at Dürümzade famed by Anthony Bourdain. Hazzapoulo Passage for Turkish Coffee and watch “coffee fortune telling”. Visit a typical Meyhane (Turkish Tavern) to enjoy the Turkish Meze and Turkish Rakı. Hope to meet at another walk…

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

Kadıköy (Chalcedon) Treasures - 1 day

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Meeting in front of famous Güllüoğlu Baklava Shop at Karaköy, one of the oldest districts of İstanbul. Traditional breakfast amongst the variety of authentic eatery shops. Ferry to Kadıköy, ancient Chalcedon, where Ecumenical Council met (451 AD) to bring an end to the ecclesiastical chaos. This will not be only a culinary walk but as well a stroll through the city’s Asian Side to discover its local culture. Visit different shops at Kadıköy. Fish Market and meeting new tastes of Turkish Cuisine. Typical delicatessen, muhallebi or baklava. Main course at the famous Çiya Restaurant with special tastes. Gossips of the day at a typical Turkish Coffee House. Ferry to Karaköy. Hope to meet at another walk…

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration5 hours

Private Full-day Guided Ephesus Tour from Istanbul - 1 day

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Discover secrets of ancient Greece on this private, one-day Ephesus tour, available for departures from your hotel in Istanbul. Highlights include the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, the Isabey Mosque from the Seljuks period, and the Temple of Artemis, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World! In the morning, our transfer car will pick you up from your hotel and drop you off at the Istanbul airport. Take a domestic flight to Izmir which is the third biggest city in Turkey. From here, our tour car will pick you and take you on the tour in Ephesus. Lunch is included in a traditional local restaurant.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ephesus, Istanbul

Duration1 day

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise - 1 day

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Outstanding service with healthy snacks for kids, great views! Highly recommend to take the yacht in the afternoon and see the sunset 💯

Cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

4-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration150 minutes

Istanbul classics private walking tour - 1 day

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Our guide takes you from your hotel/seaport to visit most visited places of istanbul. To go to visiting points we use public transport/taxi or walking. We start our tour by Hippodrome , which at one time was the center of Byzantine social and recreational life. A few parts of this spectacular site remain, including the Obelisk of Thutmose III and Serpent Column. Near the Hippodrome is the Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Its exceptional architectural design features 1 main dome, 8 secondary domes, 6 minarets, and a vast number of blue tiles – hence the name. And from here we go the Topkapi Palace, which dates back to 1459. It served as the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 4 centuries. In 1924, the palace was officially declared a museum. And you will take a break and enjoy a lunch of delicious Turkish dishes Afternoon we continu on our tour with Hagia Sophia, which served both Christianity and Islam at different times in history. When it was first built in 537, it was an Eastern Orthodox church. In 1453, coverted to an imperial mosque. Approximately 5 centuries later, Hagia Sophia was converted into a museum. We finalize our tour with Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, comprising 61 covered streets and more than 3,000 shops offering almost anything you might need. The bazaar is a part of the walled city and was built during the years 1455-1461. At the end of the tour we drop you back to your hotel/seaport.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, portuguese, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration8 hours

Istanbul Bosphorus by Night - 1 day

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Experience the magic of Istanbul at night on this unforgettable dinner cruise. You'll sail along the Bosphorus, the stunning strait that divides Europe and Asia, passing under illuminated suspension bridges. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city’s palaces and mansions while being entertained by traditional folk dancing and belly dancing. This is an evening of beautiful scenery, delicious food, and cultural entertainment. Duration: 19.30 pm to 23.30 pm. A short drive to the boat to cruise up the Bosphorus. The waterway lies between Europe and Asia and passes under the suspension bridges whilst viewing Ottoman summer palaces, waterside mansions and modern villas lining the European and Asian shores. The panoramic view of Istanbul from the Bosphorus at night with dinner, traditional folk dancing and belly dancing will be memorable.

Getaways and short breaks

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 day

Private Ephesus Tour From Istanbul - 1 day

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Explore an historical gem of the eastern mediterranean on a full-day tour of Ephesus from Istanbul, with round-trip flights, and walk in the footsteps of Cleopatra, Mark Antony, the Virgin Mary and John the Apostle. The largest open-air museum in Turkey, Ephesus contains more than 30 buildings and structures linked together by streets that still bear the marks of chariot wheels. Your guide will show you the awe-inspiring Great Theater, where St. Paul preached against the pagans and gladiators once engaged in battle. Walk along Marble Street to the Library of Celsus and be dazzled by its restored façade. Visit the Temple of Hadrian, Roman baths, and other remarkable ruins. Continue to the Church of the Virgin Mary. According to Christian tradition, Mary was brought to Ephesus by the Apostle John after the Resurrection of Christ. The church was erected on the foundation of the house where she spent her final days, as authenticated by Pope Paul VI and Pope John Paul II. End your day at the Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. Today there are only a series of columns and scattered ruins of this marvelous Hellenistic construction, though the grandeur of the colossal structure once exceeded that of the Parthenon. At the end of the tour transfer to airport and evening flight to Istanbul.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, german, portuguese, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul, Ephesus

Duration14 hours

Private Full Day Guided Highlights of Istanbul Tour - 1 day

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Explore the highlights of Istanbul in just one day on this convenient, private guided tour. Capture the details and feel the atmosphere of the Old City by walking from place to place. All the museums and highlights are relatively close to each other, so the walking will not be extreme. Begin with a walk through the heart of the city of Constantin to visit the dramatic former basilica of the Hagia Sophia. Move on to the Blue Mosque, officially known as the Sultanahmet Mosque. Continue to Topkapi Palace, a relic of the glory days of the great Ottoman Empire. You will also visit the Hippodrome, the ancient stadium built in 203 AD by the Roman Emperor Septimus Severus. See the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the Constantine Column. You'll also get to check out the gazebo-like German Fountain of Wilhelm II, made from 8 marble columns. During the tour, your local guide will answer all your questions and keep you informed about all the places you see. The best part? With the tickets we already have for you, you will get to skip all the entrance lines! At the end of the monument and sightseeing, we’ll stop at the Grand Bazaar; one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with hundreds of small handicraft shops selling everything from handmade carpets to Turkish coffee. Pick up a souvenir if you wish!

Culture shows and excursions

Tour Type

Private Tour

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 day

Cooking Class in Istanbul - 1 day

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Vine leaves drizzled in honey and stuffed with fresh cheese, flaky pastries, oven-fired flatbreads, and meats grilled with fragrant spices—Turkey is a food lover's paradise. Learn how to prepare traditional recipes during a hands-on cooking class at the Deraliye Restaurant followed by lunch or dinner. After you're picked up from your hotel, head to the Deraliye Ottoman Restaurant, the venue for your cooking class. Meet your instructor—a professional chef—and head into the kitchen to start your class. Whether you're a novice in the kitchen or a master chef, this class introduces you to traditional Turkish ingredients and cooking techniques so you can recreate the delicious cuisine of Istanbul at home. Spend about 2 hours working together in the kitchen to prepare a gourmet meal using fragrant herbs and spices along with regional produce. Once you're done, head into the dining room and gather around a table to share you meal, chatting about each dish and sipping wine as you savor the fruits of your labor.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

Tour 1A-Istanbul Classics (HD Afternoon) - 1 day

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Tour of "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian.(entrance ticket is not included) Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir. (Art demonstration of handmade Turkish carpets upon request)

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, french, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

From

USD 46

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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise With Stopover On The Asian Side - 2 Hours

Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - 1 day

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First time in Turkey and this was an incredible way to view the city. The staff was kind, polite, and wanted to ensure every guest was happy. I HIGHLY recommend. Comfortable, drinks/meals provided, and easy to relax as a foreigner.

Cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration2 hours

From

USD 52

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Tour 5 - Dolmabahce Palace & Two Continents - 3 Hours

Tour 5 - Dolmabahce palace & Two Continents - 1 day

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Dolmabahçe Palace, recent residence for Ottoman Sultans built by two Ottoman architects Karabet and Nikogos Balyan on a 110.000 m² area and served as the main administrative center of the Ottoman Empire. Famous with great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier, the palace has 285 rooms and 46 halls. Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Çamlıca Hill, famous for its widest bird’s eye panoramic view of İstanbul from Marmara Sea to the Black Sea, gives a chance to see the Bosphorus and Golden Horn from one of the best point of the highest and most appealing places of the city.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, german, spanish

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

From

USD 87

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Troy Experience Group Tour - 1 day

Tour RBC - Romantic Bosphorus Cruise - 1 day

Pera at Nights - 1 day

Kadıköy (Chalcedon) Treasures - 1 day

Private Full-day Guided Ephesus Tour from Istanbul - 1 day

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise - 1 day

Istanbul classics private walking tour - 1 day

Istanbul Bosphorus by Night - 1 day

Private Ephesus Tour From Istanbul - 1 day

Private Full Day Guided Highlights of Istanbul Tour - 1 day

Cooking Class in Istanbul - 1 day

Tour 1A-Istanbul Classics (HD Afternoon) - 1 day

Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on the Asian Side - 1 day

Tour 5 - Dolmabahce palace & Two Continents - 1 day

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