Departure from hotel. Cruise on the Bosphorus, the winding strait that separates Europe from Asia. Enjoy the view of the old wooden villas, marble palaces and the ancient fortresses. Disembark on the European side. Then return to the hotel.

Asia Tour - Half Day

Departure from the hotel. Drive over the intercontinental Bosphorus bridge to Camlica hill on the Asian side to see the beautiful panoramic view of Istanbul, then visit the Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of the Ottoman Sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens. Then visit a typical fisherman's village along the Bosphorus with shopping possibilities. Return to the hotel.

* Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Mondays & Thursdays.

Ottoman Art Tour (Topkapi Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque, Golden Horn) - Half Day

Departure from the hotel. Visit the legendary Museum of Topkapi Palace to visit the dazzling displays of the treasures of the Ottoman Sultans. Later visit the Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent. Then drive along the coast of the Golden Horn overlooking the historical walls and churches of the Byzantine period. Return to the hotel.

* Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays.

Mosques & Museums (Byzantine Art Tour) - Half Day

Departure from the hotel. Visit the Museum of St. Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, the Blue Mosque, famous for its six minarets and magnificent interior with blue tiles, the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, where you will see a collection of art-crafts from different civilizations of Asia Minor. After visiting the Hippodrome, drive to the Grand Bazaar. You will have shopping opportunities for carpets, leather goods, jewelry, copper-ware etc. And return to the hotel.

* The Museum of St Sophia and the Museum of Turkish & Islamic Arts are closed on Mondays. Museum of St.Sophia will be replaced by the Museum of St Saviour of Chora. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.

Two Continents (Bosphorus Cruise + Asia Tour) - Full Day

It is the combination of Tour TT001 and Tour TT002 with lunch.

Ottoman + Byzantine Art Tour - Full Day

It is the combination of Tour TT003 and Tour TT004 with lunch.

Jewish Heritage (private) - Half Day

Departure from the hotel. Visit the Galata Tower in the Galata section, which was the center of the old Jewish community. See the Neve Shalom Synagogue and Askenazy Synagogue. Then continue to Balat, visit the Jewish cemetery. Return to the hotel.

* The passports of the clients are needed to join the tour.

Princess Island's Tour - Full Day

Nine islands near Istanbul in the Sea Of Marmara are summer resorts. In the order of nearest to the farthest from Istanbul they are Kinali (Proti in Greek), Burgaz (Antigone), Kasik, Sivri (Oxya), Yassi (Plate), Heybeli (Chalki), Buyuk Ada (Prinkipo) Sedef (Antherovitos) and Marti (Neandros).

Buyuk ada is the largest of the princess Islands and has long been a favorite summer resort. In Byzantine times it and the others of the archipelago were the places of exile often also misery for members of the royal family who were out of favor. Well into the 20th century the population was mainly Christian; several unoccupied monasteries and churches reflect the history of past years. The gardens on Buyuk Ada, the grand old wooden houses, and the absence of cars give the island a relaxed atmosphere during the summer months. On the top of Yuce Tepe the highest point on Buyuk Ada, is the monastery of St.George, an inactive convent with chapels, tombs, a spring and a belfry. The convent may date back to the 6th century.

An hour's boat ride from the city center, this group of islands take their name from Byzantine times when the princes were sent there on exile. There are nine islands, five small and four relatively large. No motorboat is permitted, transport being provided by horse-drawn carriages. On the islands there are many glorious 19th century mansions with characteristic overhanging balconies, most of which are inhabited only during the summer.

The tour starts with a drive to the pier. On board the private deluxe motorboat, refreshments are served. Upon arrival on the largest of the islands, Buyukada, horse-drawn carriages take the guests on a tour of the island through the pine forest, riding next to picturesque bays and along the old villas. Lunch is served at a sea-side restaurant. Time is left to enjoy the cheerful local life on the village square. While cruising back to the city center, guitarists entertain on the motorboat.

Night Tour (Show + Dinner)

Drive through illuminated Istanbul and tour on the Bosphorus coastline. Dinner at first class restaurant with half a bottle wine or a soft drink included, watching spectacular. Floorshow of famous belly dancers, typical Anatolian Folklore groups featuring popular musical instruments and Turkish singer.

Transfer Airport / Hotel-Hotel / Airport

The clients will be picked up from the airport or the hotel by Tantur staff for the transfer.