SAHINOGLU TOURISM

Haghia Sophia
Also called the Church of Divine Wisdom, it is a masterpiece of grandeur and proportion. Coveted by the Islamic East and Christian West, the Hagia Sophia is one of mankind's greatest treasures.

Blue Mosque
No one who has been to Istanbul at least once can ever forget the feeling of awe and wonder at seeing the Blue Mosque for the first time.

Hippodrome and Obelisks
The vast Hippodrome, known as At Meydani or “plaza of the horses”, stretches between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

Grand Covered Bazaar “Kapali Carsi” (closed on Sunday)
The oldest and the largest covered market place in the world is situated in the center of the city. After visiting the Grand Bazaar, there will be optional shopping opportunity before finishing the tour.

Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesday)
This is an extraordinary complex of buildings that extends over one of Istanbul's seven hills in a splendid position. The palace was a setting for state occasions and royal entertainments and is a major tourist attraction today, containing the most holy relics of the Muslim world such as the prophet Muhammed's cloak and sword. Topkapı Palace is among those monuments belonging to the "Historic Areas of Istanbul", which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, and is described in Criterion iv as "the best example of ensembles of palaces of the Ottoman period.

Rustem Pasa Mosque
Designed by the court architect Sinan for the Grand Vizier of Suleyman The Magnificent. A typical sample of Islamic architecture amidst the rows of shops near the Spice Bazaar, famed with its exquisite and colorful tiles set in floral and geometric designs.

Haghia Sophia (closed on Monday)
From the Golden Age of Byzantine, this once Christian church is one of the the most extraordinary buildings in the history of architecture. It played a very important role in the Byzantine Empire and later as a mosque in the Ottoman Empire.The word "Hagia" in Greek means "Divine" and "Sophia" means "Wisdom". "Divine Wisdom" is one of the attributes of Jesus Christ and this church is devoted to his divine wisdom.

Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque is one of the most prominent landmarks of Istanbul, especially when viewed from the First Hill or from the Asian shore of the Sea of Marmara. It is very impressive with its beautiful domes and semidomes, nice courtyards and six slender minarets.

Hippodrome and Obelisks
The square in front of the Blue Mosque covers the site of the ancient "Hippodrome", one of the most famous areas in Byzantine.

Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesday)
Topkapi Palace was more than just the private residence of the Sultan and his court. It was the seat of the supreme executive and judiciary council, the Divan and the training school.

Tour 4 - Half Day Morning / Afternoon Tour - Spice Bazaar and Bosphorus Cruise

Spice Bazaar (closed on Sunday)
Spice bazaar, also known as the Egyptian Bazaar, is an exotic food market selling spices, dried fruits, caviar and turkish delight.

Bosphorus Cruise
During the Bosphorus Cruise you will be passing through the strait divides Europe & Asia where you will admire Ottoman Palaces, Fortresses, ancient wooden houses and modern residentials.

Dolmabahce Palace (closed on Monday and Thursday)

Recent residence for Ottoman Sultans built by two Ottoman architects Karabet and Nikogos Balyan on a 110.000 m2 area composed of three sections; Selamlık allocated for state issues, Harem (Seraglio) for private life of the sultan and his family, and the Parade Hall, study and bedroom of ATATURK, founder of the Turkish Republic is also here. Famous with great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons of chandelier, the palace has 285 rooms and 46 halls.

Bosphorus Bridge
Unique cahnce to drive from Europe to Asia with a breathtaking view of the Bosphorus.

Camlıca Hill
Highest Point of Istanbul with an absolutely magnificient view, which makes it well worth to climb. It gives you a unique chance to view entire city in a single picture.

Golden Horn,the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbour of the historical peninsula separating the old and the new parts of Istanbul where the first colonies settled during the Byzantine. The residential area for Byzantine Jews, Italian traders and other non-muslim minorities. Drive along the traces of history at Balat viewing Metal Church of St. Stephen the Bulgarian and 21 kms. long City Walls, the strongest fortification of the middle age.

Spice Bazaar (closed on Sunday), (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different aromas of various spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables, fish, flowers etc.

Bosphorus Cruise, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.

Rumeli Fortress, historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture.

Dolmabahce Palace (closed on Monday & Thursday) ,
Recent residence for Ottoman Sultans built by two Ottoman architects Karabet and Recent residence for Ottoman Sultans built by two Ottoman architects Karabet and Nikogos Balyan on a 110.000 m2 area composed of three sections; Selamlık allocated for state issues, Harem (Seraglio) for private life of the sultan and his family, and the Parade Hall, study and bedroom of ATATURK, founder of the Turkish Republic is also here. Famous with great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons of chandelier, the palace has 285 rooms and 46 halls.

Bosphorus Bridge unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes.

Camlica Hill or Yeditepe, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view.

RESTAURANT...
The best examples of original Turkish and international cuisine, ,including meze ( appetizers), all served in our special way.

SHOW...
The Ottoman Palace life, customs and traditions in the HAREM are explained and presented to you professionally on stage. Oriental and folklore dance performances accompanied by Turkish Music creating a visual feast that will captivate one's heart... After the Show you can dance too.
After the Show you can dance too.

You will be picked up from your hotel at 19:00 / 19:30 transfer to yacth. Sail up the bosphorus, the waterway between Europe an Asia, passing under the suspension bridges and viewing Ottoman summer palaces, waterside mansions and modern villas which line the European and Asian coasts. The panoramic view of Istanbul by the Bosphorus at night and dinner will both be memorable.

Program Schedule
JANUARY – FEBRUARY	Every Saturday
MARCH – NOVEMBER	Every Day (Except Monday)
DECEMBER	Tuesday – Thursday – Saturday

Cruise in the Marmara Sea to the group of nine islands known as the Prince’s Islands, which are famous for their beautiful woods and beaches. The largest and the most enjoyable of these islands is Buyukada. There you can enjoy a ride in a horse drawn carriage, among the pine trees.

The largest and the most enjoyable of these islands is Buyukada. There you can enjoy a ride in a horse drawn carriage, among the pine trees.

Tour 10 – Half Day Shopping Tour

Rug Store, Jewellery, Leather, Ceramics, Gift shops

We are providing you a tour where you can find Typical and Traditional goods from whole sellers