SPICE BAZAAR: (Egyptian Bazaar): The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme, every other conceivable herb and spice.
BOSPHORUS ON BOAT: A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway villas, palaces of marble, fortresses and small fishing villages. During the excursion will pass the magnificient Dolmabahçe Palace, and further along,the parks and imperial, pavillions of Yıldız Palace. On the coastal edge of this park is Çırağan Palace, 300 meter of is marble facade faces the shore. At Ortaköy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.
BEDESTEN: exhibits the traditional silk weaving courses, carpet weaving courses authorised by the Ministry of National Education, possibly to see jewellery, handicrafts center and leatherware show. Free time provided for shopping.
RUMELİ FORTRESS: Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul, was completed in only 4 months to control and protect Bosphorus. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world.
INCLUDING
English speaking professional tour guide, lunch, A/C transportation, entrance fees to sites & museum, tax.
EXCLUDING
Drink hotel accomodation, personal expenses, airport transfers, flight tickets.
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