Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
- Arrive in Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city and cultural hub.
- Check into your hotel and rest after your flight.
- Explore the Sultanahmet area:
- Visit the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) with its stunning blue tiles.
- Walk through the Hippodrome, the former center of Byzantine public life.
- Visit the Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water storage facility.
- Enjoy dinner in a traditional Turkish restaurant.
Day 2: Istanbul’s Historic and Cultural Sites
Optional: Visit the Spice Bazaar and enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee.
Visit Hagia Sophia: A stunning former church and mosque, now a museum.
Explore Topkapi Palace: The opulent palace of Ottoman sultans, with its beautiful courtyards and treasures.
Visit the Grand Bazaar: One of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets.
Walk across the Galata Bridge and explore the vibrant Karaköy district.