24 October 2011: Transfer to the airport for a flight to Istanbul. Check in to the hotel. In the afternoon, visit Dolmabahce Palace, 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. Camlıca Hill or Yeditepe, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view. Return to the hotel. In the evening, 4 course dinner will be served at a restaurant with limited local drinks included, watching spectacular floorshow of famous belly dancers and typical Anatolian Folk Dances. Turkish singer and groups featuring popular musical instruments. Return to the hotel and overnight.

25 October 2011: Having breakfast at the hotel, full day sightseeing tour including; "Sultan Ahmet Center", the heart of the "Old City" from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Hagia (St.) Sophia, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Blue Mosque, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest "souk" in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewelry, gold, carpets, leather ware and souvenir. Lunch at a Turkish Restaurant. Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. (Harem section is not included in the program and due to extra entrance fee if requested). 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. Return to the hotel.

26 October 2011: Having breakfast at the hotel, half day city tour including; Golden Horn, the arm of the Bosphorus and a natural harbor 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 km. long City Walls, the strongest fortification of the middle age (from the bus). Spice Bazaar (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 residential and luxurious apartments. Rumeli Fortress, historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture (from the boat). Return to the hotel. The afternoon is free.

27 October 2011: Transfer to the airport for a flight back home.

The tour price includes:
• 3 nights bed&breakfast hotel accommodation
• Airport transfers given in the itinerary
• Airfare (Antalya to Istanbul)
• Bosphorus boat tour
• Sightseeing tours given in the itinerary
• Dinner on 24 October +Lunch on 25 October 2011
• Professional guidance