2 Days Islamic Masterpieces Tour

DAY 1
HIGHLIGHTS OF ISTANBUL:
BLUE MOSQUE, TOPKAPI PALACE AND HAREM, MUSEUM OF TURKISH HISTORY AND ART, GRAND BAZAAR AND SPICE BAZAAR
Following breakfast, we are heading to the old city where from the time of Ottoman conquered the famous Constantinople they have founded most of the royal and the civil buildings next to the ancient remains or to the top of them. Start with the Blue Mosque famous for its delicate blue ceramic tiles, one of the “master pieces” of Ottoman Empire, dedicated in the name of Sultan Ahmet the Third who lived and ruled over the empire on 17th century. Then we are going to walk to the next Ottoman building, the Museum of Turkish History and Art which was an old palace serving for the Grand Vizier (Sultan’s Ruler) who has a tragic story, where you will see the very best collection of Turkish world famous Handy craft collection. Then, we are going to walk to spectacular Topkapi Palace and Harem. This huge complex built on one of the seven hills of Istanbul, command views of the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. It was the seat of Government for the Ottoman Empire for many centuries (1453-1852). We will see the extravagant Treasury, the priceless Chinese Porcelain and the Imperial Terrace with the best panoramic site of the city. After lunch, heading to the Süleymaniye Mosque of 16th century, does Sinan build the Great who was the most important architecture of our history, which is dedicated in the name of Süleyman the Magnificent a real masterpiece! Right after this, we’ll come to Grand Bazaar, which is the most attractive shopping center and the biggest “soak” in the world with nearly 4000 shops. Finally, we are heading the aromatic Spice Bazaar, where the smells of cinnamon, cloves and thyme, rise from hundreds of colorful muslin bags at every store – front.

DAY 2
ISTANBUL HERITAGE:
DOLMABAHCE PALACE, TURKISH PARADISE BOSPHORUS, CAMLICA HILL, BEYLERBEYI PALACE, USKUDAR AND THE MOSQUE
This morning we are starting with the cruise through the Bosphorus (Board regular ferryboat for a relaxing cruise along the shores of legendary Bosphorus, the natural gateway that divides Asia and Europe. As you sit back and enjoy Turkish coffee or well-brewed tea from traditional small cups, numerous summer palaces and palatial homes will pass by one other side). Then we are driving to European style Dolmabahçe Palace is full of gold, crystals and the silk carpets was built in the 19th century where the Great Founder of Turkish Republic Atatürk died in 1938. And after, we are heading from Europe to Asia by passing over the Bosphorus Bridge and then we are going to drive to the picturesque Camlica Hill to have a look at the one of the best panorama of the country over Istanbul. Then we will visit Beylerbeyi Palace which was one of the most beautiful European style Royal Ottoman residences with its breathtaking interior atmosphere, furnished by those days’ fanciest imperial items such as crystals, silk carpets, velvets and marbles etc. Right after take a look at the local fish market in Üsküdar and Üsküdar Grand mosque where you will have a chance to see the Europe from Asia this time. Lunch is included.

ALL INCLUDED
• 01 night’s accommodations in five or four star hotel in a room with private bath or shower.
• Breakfast in the Hotels.
• 02 lunches.
• Hotel service charges, hotel tips and the portarage.
• Professional tour director at your service throughout the tour.
• Sightseeing as described in the itenary to include entrance fees.
• Land transportation by private air-conditioned minibus or motor coach depending on group.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
• Beverages, alcoholic and hot drink in the lunches.
• Personal expenses.
• Customary tips to your guide and to your driver.