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Istanbul Heritage Trail

Turkey

Istanbul Heritage Trail

Mosques, palaces and bazaars across six days, with a Bosphorus evening.

Duration
6 days
Destination
Turkey
Group size
2 to 8 travellers
Best season
April to June

Overview

A six-day walk through the city's history, from its historic mosques and palaces to the lively bazaars. A Bosphorus cruise closes the trip, with time to enjoy tea and the view.

Highlights

  • Guided visit to the historic mosques
  • Grand Bazaar walking tour
  • Bosphorus cruise

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1

    Arrival

    Transfer to the hotel and a short walk in the old city.

  2. Day 2

    Historic core

    Guided visit to the principal mosques and palace grounds.

  3. Day 3

    Bazaars

    Walking tour through the Grand Bazaar and spice market.

  4. Day 4

    Day trip

    Optional day trip to a nearby town or the islands.

  5. Day 5

    Bosphorus evening

    Sunset cruise along the Bosphorus.

  6. Day 6

    Departure

    Transfer to the airport.

What is included

What is included

  • Five nights' accommodation
  • Guided heritage visits
  • Bosphorus cruise

What is not included

  • International flights
  • Lunches and dinners not listed

Photos from the journey

Where it is

Istanbul, Turkey

Map view of the main destination. Exact meeting points are shared in your itinerary.

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Sunrise over a calm coastline

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