Meet your guide at the meeting point or enjoy the convenience of being picked up from centrally-located hotels in Istanbul. Begin your tour by crossing the Bosphorus Bridge from the European continent to the Asian continent. Visit Çamlıca Hill, a popular resting spot on the Asian side of Istanbul that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the cityscape. Then head towards Çamlıca Mosque. It stands as a majestic symbol of modern Islamic architecture, with its impressive size and stunning panoramic views of the city.
Head to the European continent for the afternoon part of the tour. You can buy gifts for yourself and your friends from the tourist store that you'll visit. Then, proceed to Topkapı Palace, formerly the exclusive abode of the Ottoman Sultans, served as the primary residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman Sultans for over 400 years. Admire the harem. It's situated within the expansive confines of Topkapı Palace, and served as the residence for the sultan, his mother, concubines, wives, other female relatives, and the offspring born within this secluded domain. Proceed to the Hagia Irene Church, a significant landmark from the Byzantine era and notably the first church constructed in Constantinople. This ancient structure holds immense historical and architectural importance, offering insights into the early Christian heritage of the city.
At the end of your tour, return to your pickup point by coach.