Istanbul
5 days, 4 nights
Day 1: Flight to Istanbul
Flight from Brnik to Istanbul. Transfer to a hotel near the city center, followed by rest or a short walk around the area. Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 2: Old Istanbul
After breakfast, we will explore old Istanbul. A historical walk from Byzantium to Constantinople and then to Istanbul. We will visit Hagia Sophia, built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the Blue Mosque from the 17th century, Topkapi Palace, which has always been a royal residence, and the famous Basilica Cistern (the submerged palace), known as Yerebatan Saray. In the evening, we will take a trip to the Asian side of the city using the new metro line that runs under the Bosphorus, between Europe and Asia, to Uskudar. This metro opened in 2013. We will then take a walk down the most popular street, past the Galata Tower, and return by tram, enjoying a beautiful view of the illuminated European side of the city. Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 3: Bosphorus Tour, Bazaars, and Süleymaniye Mosque
Day 4: Princes' Islands and Turkish Hammam
In the morning, we will walk to the port and take a boat/ferry to the Mediterranean islands located in the Sea of Marmara. This will be a day for relaxation, away from traffic, crowds, and mosques. We will stroll around one of the islands, soak in the Mediterranean atmosphere, visit a park, and refresh ourselves in the Sea of Marmara. In the afternoon, return to Istanbul. The rest of the day is free for personal enjoyment, shopping, or bargaining over coffee. Those interested can visit the Cağaloğlu Hammam near the hotel. Overnight at the hotel (BB).
Day 5: Eyüp, Golden Horn, Aquarium, and Return to Slovenia
After breakfast, we will drive to the Eyüp district, known as a significant pilgrimage site, and take a cable car to the popular viewpoint Pierre Loti – a French author of the famous novel “Aziyade”. We will then head to the airport. Before returning home, we will use the last hours to visit (optional) the spectacular Aquarium or take a walk along the Istanbul waterfront. After the visit, we will fly back to Slovenia, bidding farewell to Istanbul with wonderful memories.
Included in the Price:
- Flight LJU – IST, IST – LJU
- 4x overnight stay BB in a nice 3* hotel in the city center in double rooms
- All tours and entrance fees according to the program
- Slovenian tour guide for the entire trip
- Tour guide and travel organization costs
- Transfers by metro, ferries, cable car, and chartered bus according to the program
- 2-hour Bosphorus cruise by boat
- Transfer to and from the airport in Istanbul
- Trip to the Princes’ Islands
- Local guide according to the program
- Excellent organization and CHAR tour leader
Not Included in the Price:
- Meals outside the program (lunches, dinners)
- Entrance fees to the Aquarium and Hammam, and tips
- Bosphorus cruise with dinner and dancing
- Cancellation insurance
For more information about the program, please contact us.