Side Istanbul Day Trip

Wishing to visit Istanbul, but your schedule is tight? Worry no more! With our Side Istanbul Day Trip, it’s now easier than ever! Join a full day excursion and get to explore Turkey’s most popular destination. The city of contractions, Istanbul, is about to fill you with emotions, images, colours, and smells, as it projects an incredible blend of a modern, cosmopolitan city with a long ancient history.

This tour takes you on an incredible sightseeing experience. Visit some of Istanbul’s most notable sites, unfold the history and the local culture, and feel the energy of the city while strolling the bustling streets. So, what are you waiting for? The tour is available on a daily basis, and is ideal for people of all ages who wish to experience, from first-hand, why Istanbul is Turkey’s top destination.

Expect to enjoy a day full of sightseeing, cultural exploration, and to get the real vibes of this cosmopolitan city. Early in the morning, a car will transfer you to the airport, from where you will fly to Istanbul. The tour is guided by a local, professional guide who is in charge to provide descriptions about the places of interest. Upon your arrival, get ready for an incredible day, full of interesting visits. The guided tour includes a visit at Topkapi Palace, one of the country’s most famous sites. This emblematic building, used to be the house of Ottoman sultans, and now, is a museum with interesting exhibits from that era, such as jewelleries. During the day, you will also visit Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Both of these sites are famous for their architectural style and interior design.

At Sultanahmet Square, you will have some time to explore the multiple sites, as the guide provides some interesting information about them. After an energising lunch, the tour continues with a visit at the Egyptian Bazaar. This bazaar is one of the city’s most popular attractions, as it is full of small shops selling all sort of spices, local delicacies, and other handmade products. Exercise your bargaining skills, and shop some cool souvenirs to take back home. During your free time at the bazaar, you may also join an optional Bosporus cruise. The tour guide can assist you in booking the cruise, that is a great optionif you wish to observe some sites along the coastline, while sailing between two continents. This day tour finishes at night, with an evening flight. At the airport, a car will be waiting to transfer you back at your hotel in Side.