Istanbul City Break: Old City, Bosphorus & Bazaars
Two different sides of the city. Travellers who want full heritage touring and a separate waterfront day.
- Length
- 3 nights · 4 days
- Region
- Istanbul
- Quote
- Personal proposal
- Good fit
- Travellers who want full heritage touring and a separate waterfront day.
Day-by-day itinerary idea
- Day 01
Arrive at IST or SAW airport (confirm your ticket), meet the transfer arranged for your confirmed flight, and check in. Keep the rest of the day easy. Overnight in Istanbul.
- Day 02
After breakfast, explore Sultanahmet and the Historic Peninsula with an agreed selection of monuments and a lunch break. Visit the Grand Bazaar if open, or choose a nearby alternative. Overnight in Istanbul.
- Day 03
After breakfast, explore the Spice Bazaar area and take a Bosphorus cruise, followed by a relaxed waterfront or Karaköy walk. Allow time for lunch. Overnight in Istanbul.
- Day 04
After breakfast, check out and transfer from Istanbul to IST or SAW airport for your confirmed onward journey. If a domestic flight is requested, prefer a departure after 17:00 when a suitable service exists; agree any optional morning visit around airport check-in and road time. No overnight.
Details to confirm
- Grand Bazaar trading days and individual monument access need checking.
- Choose public ferry, shared cruise or private boat in the proposal.
- Lunch and admissions are proposed, not confirmed inclusions.