A wonderful 1-day city tour discovering the most beautiful highlights of the Marmara region.
On the shores of the legendary Bosphorus connecting Asia and Europe, this intensive and fascinating route awaits you, fitting the most magnificent palaces and unique cultural heritage of the Ottoman Empire into a single day. Revealing the imperial history of this ancient city that served as the capital of different civilizations for centuries, this special program is tailor-made for travelers with limited time who want to experience Istanbul's historical fabric in the most fulfilling way. Welcoming visitors from all corners of the world throughout all four seasons and blending Istanbul's enormous silhouette with the cool waters of the Bosphorus, this day trip promises an privileged day in the glorious atmosphere of the past.
We start the morning of our day-trip palaces and Bosphorus tour by making a dazzling discovery in the gold-leafed halls of the Dolmabahçe Sarayı, which flawlessly blends the elegance of European architecture with the splendor of the Ottomans and fascinates with its seaside location. We then visit the İslam Bilim ve Teknoloji Tarihi Müzesi, which sheds a light on the scientific development of Islamic civilization, examining the inventions of the past closely with great admiration. Later in the day, we take a peaceful break in the spiritual atmosphere of the holy Ayasofya Camii, which has deeply influenced humanity with its architecture for centuries and is considered the strongest symbol of transition between religions.
Following this intensive and fascinating historical discovery, we move towards the city's historical peninsula, excitedly visiting the legendary Topkapı Sarayı, which served as the heart of a massive empire for centuries, with its priceless treasures and mysterious harem quarters. Wandering in the courtyards where sultans walked in the past and feeling history to our bones at the end of this long and fulfilling day, we eat an exquisite dinner at the famous restaurant Turk Fatih Tutak, offering the most distinguished flavors of modern and traditional Turkish cuisine with an innovative interpretation, crowning this Istanbul experience with a memorable feast.