Turkey
Istanbul — Bosphorus & Ottoman Heritage
A 7-day Istanbul city program spanning the Bosphorus, Ottoman mosques and historic quarters, the Princes' Islands, and the city's famous markets — a land program (arrival to departure) for agencies and groups to tailor and resell, operated end to end on the ground.
- Duration
- 7 days · 6 nights
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About this journey
What makes this trip.
- A Bosphorus cruise between the European and Asian shores
- The grand Çamlıca Mosque and the panoramic Çamlıca Hill
- Sultanahmet: an interior visit of the Blue Mosque, and the Süleymaniye Mosque
- The colourful, picturesque lanes of the historic Balat quarter
- A day on the Princes' Islands, with free time among natural scenery
- Taksim, İstiklal Avenue, and the panoramic Galata Tower
- Pierre Loti Hill over the Golden Horn and the Eyüp Sultan Mosque
- Istanbul's markets: the Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar and Mahmutpaşa
Who this trip is for
Who this trip is for.
Travel agencies, tour operators, and cultural or leisure groups looking for a well-rounded Istanbul city program — heritage mosques, the Bosphorus, the Princes' Islands, and lively markets — ready to tailor to your group's size, dates, pace, and hotel category.
Itinerary
Day by day.
Day 1
Arrival & first views of the Bosphorus
Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to the hotel. The program opens at the Nakkaştepe panoramic park overlooking the Bosphorus, then the grand Çamlıca Mosque — Turkey’s largest — and Çamlıca Hill for sweeping views over the city. In the afternoon, a Bosphorus cruise between the European and Asian shores, and a stroll through the lively Üsküdar district on the Asian side, with free time for photos.
Day 2
Ottoman mosques & authentic quarters
The Süleymaniye Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture, then Sultanahmet Square with an interior visit of the Blue Mosque, and a walk through the historic Gülhane Park down to the Eminönü waterfront. Free time for lunch, then the colourful lanes of the Balat quarter, and a walk along the Florya shoreline (with the option of the aquarium or the shopping centre).
Day 3
The Princes' Islands & Beyoğlu
A day excursion to the Princes' Islands, with a sea crossing of about two hours and free time to explore the islands' natural scenery. On the way back, a stop in Ortaköy — known for its stuffed baked potatoes and waffles — then Taksim Square and a walk down İstiklal Avenue, and up the Galata Tower for an exceptional panoramic view.
Day 4
Flavours & markets of Istanbul
The famous Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar, known for its spices and local products, and the bustling Mahmutpaşa market. Free time for shopping and personal discovery before returning to the hotel.
Day 5
Miniature history & Ottoman spirit
The Miniatürk museum, showcasing Turkey’s landmarks in miniature; Pierre Loti Hill with its panorama over the Golden Horn, served by cable car; and the Sultan Eyüp al-Ansari Mosque, with time to explore the quarter. Afternoon at the Venezia Megapark shopping centre for shopping and lunch.
Day 6
Istanbul at your own pace
A free day for shopping or personal activities — a chance to discover other neighbourhoods or enjoy the city's modern shopping centres.
Day 7
Departure
Check-out, with free time until the transfer to the airport for your departure, at the close of the program.
What you get
Included & not included.
Included
- All transfers within Istanbul (arrivals, departures, and hotels)
- Accommodation: Istanbul (6 nights); hotels confirmed to your group's preferences after the order — category adjustable per group
- Daily breakfast, with hotel stay fees and taxes
- Private, comfortable air-conditioned coach for sightseeing transport
- Bosphorus cruise, the ferry crossing to the Princes' Islands, and the Pierre Loti cable car, as per the itinerary
- Local guiding and escort at the program's sites
- Entrance fees for the visits listed in the program, according to the confirmed quote
Not included
- International flights (arranged on request, or by your agency)
- Türkiye visa or e-visa — optional, depending on your travellers' nationality
- Meals not mentioned in the confirmed quote (lunches, dinners, personal meals)
- Optional upgrades and activities (e.g. the Florya aquarium)
- Special activities or extra visits requested by the partner agency
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance (optional)
Partner terms
How commercial terms work.
Commercial terms for this program are confirmed in your partner quote — not as fixed online-checkout rules. Payment schedule, cancellation conditions, and supplier deadlines are agreed per program and destination, and shared with your agency in writing before confirmation.
Confirmed in the quote
Pricing and the payment schedule are agreed before anything is committed — no surprises for you or your travellers.
Agreed per program
Cancellation conditions and supplier deadlines depend on hotels, transport, group size, travel date, and local partners.
Shared before confirmation
Final terms are shared with your agency in writing before the program is confirmed.
Build this with us
Bring this program to your travellers.
Tell us your group size, preferred dates, and accommodation level — we’ll reply with a tailored quote and the options that fit your partners.
Bring this program to your travellers
Group size, dates, accommodation level — we’ll reply by email with a tailored quote.