Guided Bus Tour of Istanbul

In this tour, we'll visit the most emblematic places in Istanbul, including Topkapi Palace, a symbol of the power of Constantinople, having served as the headquarters of the Ottoman empire.

Guided Bus Tour

After picking you up from your chosen meeting point at the indicated time, we'll begin our guided tour of Istanbul's top landmarks. First, we'll travel in a comfortable vehicle to the Topkapi Palace, which reflects the imperial era in Istanbul. We'll tour different rooms, including kitchens, weapons, religious relics, and treasures, and visit the harem room.

Next, we'll proceed through the Pera district, known for its unique architecture, and walk to the Galata district to see the exterior of the famous tower. Around midday, we'll stop to eat in a traditional Turkish restaurant, where the menu will include soup or a cold appetizer, börek, chicken kebab, meat or vegetables with rice, and baklava or fruit. Alternatively, you can choose to get lunch by yourself.

After lunch, we'll visit Taksim Square, passing through Istiklal Avenue, the modern heart of Istanbul. We will also visit the Süleymaniye Mosque, a significant masterpiece of Ottoman architecture. Finally, you'll have some free time in the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, concluding the tour after about 7 hours.

Topkapi Palace & the Grand Bazaar

The government conducts renovations of Topkapi Palace intermittently, so certain sections may be closed during your visit. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, October 29, and on Muslim holidays.

Tour without Lunch

If you prefer to bring something to eat or find a restaurant on your own, you can book the tour without lunch.

Meeting Points

This tour includes pickup from the following points in Istanbul:

Marmaray Sirkeci ?stasyonu (entrance of Sirkeci Gar) at 9 amAtaturk Cultural Center (Atatürk Kültür Merkezi) at 8:30 am

Important Info

During the booking process, it's important that all passenger details appear exactly as they do in their passport.