CITY WALLS The first breach of the walls was by the FOURTH CRUSADE in 1204, the second by the cannons and troops of SULTAN MEHMET THE CONQUEROR in 1453.
DRIVE BY BUS TO GOLDEN HORN
As a natural and extremely secure harbor the Golden Horn has played an important role in the development of Istanbul.
SPICE BAZAAR(Egyptian Bazaar)
The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other concievable herb and spice.
BOSPHORUS ON BOAT
A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace.
BEYLERBEYI PALACE
The summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the HAREM on the ASIAN. BOSPHORUS BRIDGE Unique chance to step from one continent (ASIA) to another (EUROPE)
CAMLICA HILL
The highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional style.
CLOSED
Beylerbeyi Palace on Monday and Thursday Replaced with Kariye (St.Savior in Chora) Museum, Spice (Egyptian) Bazaar on Sunday Replaced with Authentic Shops |