If sightseeing is your passion and you always wanted to visit Istanbul, then this tour is just the right one for you. The Antalya Istanbul Day Trip gives you the opportunity to visit the country’s most popular destination and unfold its secrets. Feel the sensational atmosphere of the city, visit the most iconic sites, and explore the main cultural elements that make Istanbul famous. This full day excursion to Istanbul is ideal for all as it combines everything needed for a day full of joy, exploration, and adventure.
On the day of your trip to Istanbul, a comfortable car will drive you to the airport in Antalya. From there, you will arrive at Istanbul after a 1-hour flight. In an effort to make your tour smoother, a professional guide will be with you. Touring the city with a guide is a true experience, as you can listen to many interesting details about the sites.
The first place to visit is the infamous Blue Mosque. What makes this site special is that it is also an active mosque, so visitors are allowed to enter on specific hours and days. Blue Mosque is particularly famous for its interior design, with stunning blue tiles decorating the walls.
Around Blue Mosque there are many other interesting sites to visit. The ancient Hippodrome and the German Fountain are among them. As you walk around the square observing the interesting ancient structures, the guide will provide detailed descriptions about each one of them. After finishing your tour, you will have some free time to explore the infamous Sultanahmet Square by your own. There are some charming souvenir shops, and local cafes and restaurants, where you can spend your time.
Topkapi Palace is your next stop during the tour. Nowadays, it forms one of Istanbul’s most important museums, but back in the Ottoman period, the palace used to be the Sultans’ mansion.
After spending some time exploring the various rooms and halls of Topkapi, you will visit one of the most interesting spots of the city, the Spice Bazaar. Exercise your bargaining skills, observe the exquisite variety of spices that are being used in the Turkish culinary tradition, and purchase some souvenirs to take back home. If you still want to enjoy some more exploration, you may join a cruise in Bosporus, at an extra cost.
This day tour to Istanbul finishes during the night. The bus will drive you to the airport, from where you will fly back to Antalya. Upon arrival, a comfortable vehicle will drive you back to your hotel full of great memories from this day tour in Istanbul.
The tour to Istanbul provides the perfect sightseeing experience in the country’s most cosmopolitan city. During the day, you should expect to visit the most famous historical, religious, and cultural sites that are famous around the world. More precisely, you will visit Sultanahmet Square, the Blue Mosque, the Spice Bazaar, the TopKapi Palace and many more. The tour is designed to offer you a convenient and interesting sightseeing experience, as well as a general understanding on the city’s history and culture.
As we wish to offer you a comfortable and easy experience, the price of the Antalya Istanbul Day Trip includes 2-way transfers from and to your hotel in Antalya, as well as all transfers in Istanbul. For the transfers, we use modern and fully air-conditioned buses. A full insurance for the whole duration of the tour, as well as your flight tickets are included in the price. The price includes also professional guiding services and entrance fees to the sites. Please be aware that, food, drinks, and optional activities in Istanbul are not included.
The day in Istanbul is a perfect option for people of all ages, as it coves multiple interests and preferences. If you are passionate about sightseeing or if you simply never been to Istanbul, then this day tour from Antalya is definitely what you need. Families with children are also welcome to join as it can be both, fun and educational. The schedule includes visits at the city’s most notable sites and some free time, in an effort to give you the chance to explore the city as you wish. Please note that, as this tour involves walking at some points, the excursion is not ideal for people with walking difficulties.
One of the most interesting things you can do during your free time is to join a Bosporus cruise. As this is an optional activity, the cost in not included in the price. If you are interested, please refer to the tour guide for assistance in booking.
In order to fly from Antalya to Istanbul, you will need a valid passport. Comfortable clothes and shoes are extremely important during this tour, as you will need to walk from one site to the other. At temperatures might be high, please bring your sunglasses, a hat, and your sun cream. Last, but not least, don’t forget your camera and your positive energy!
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