Today's Focus
Today get yourself ready to explore Istanbul and all it has to offer. Your morning will start with breakfast at your hotel. Our representative will meet you at your hotel to start your adventure to Tour the “Sultan Ahmet Center”, the heart of the “Old City” from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires ruled.
View Hagia Sophia, which is one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian I. The Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous for its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, was built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.
You’ll then venture to the Hippodrome, the center of sportive events such as chariot races and athletics; it also holds political activities of the old city.
Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome Grand Covered Bazaar. This is the most attractive shopping center and the biggest “souk” in the world.
Topkapi Palace, the Imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy, section. Overnight stay in Istanbul.