Istanbul: The Journey Between East and West
3-Day Trip
DAY 1
Meeting and early morning departure, with an intermediate stop at the border and entry control into Turkey. Arrival in Istanbul and first introduction to the city.
Tour of the historic Byzantine walls and free time to visit traditional markets offering a wide variety of products and souvenirs. Afterwards, optional Bosphorus cruise with panoramic views of the old and new city, palaces, and impressive bridges connecting Europe and Asia. Check-in at the hotel in the Taksim area and free time for a walk along the city’s most vibrant commercial street.
Overnight stay.
DAY 2
After breakfast, we depart to visit historic and traditional districts of Istanbul with strong cultural significance. We then visit the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Fener, one of the most important centers of Orthodoxy and the city’s historical heritage, with free time to explore the area.
Next, we transfer to the port and board a ferry to the Princes’ Islands. We visit picturesque islands with free time for walking, dining, and relaxing by the sea. In the afternoon, we return to Istanbul and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 3
Breakfast and departure for a guided tour of the city’s historic center. Visit important monuments from the Byzantine and Ottoman periods, such as the former Hippodrome Square, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, as well as the Byzantine Basilica Cistern. Afterwards, visit a large shopping center for shopping, coffee, and lunch.
Late in the afternoon, departure for the return journey with intermediate stops, arriving in the city of origin in the evening.