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Istanbul in 5 Days: Bosphorus Cruise, Old City & Gala Dinner

İstanbul, Taksim Square, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, Camlica Tower, Bosphorus Bridge, Taksim Square, İstanbul,
Duration

5 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Experience the very best of Istanbul in just five unforgettable days! This group tour blends rich history, vibrant culture, scenic beauty, and festive nightlife. Cruise along the legendary Bosphorus, uncover the treasures of the Old City with its Byzantine and Ottoman relics, shop in colorful bazaars, and enjoy an elegant Bosphorus Gala Dinner Cruise with live entertainment. Perfect for first-time visitors and group travelers seeking a deep yet leisurely introduction to Istanbul

Activities
Family Historical Explorer In-depth Cultural Discovery Photography Sightseeing Solo Travel Museum Mice & Events

Tour Features

Duration
5 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
I5DBCOCGD

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

İstanbul

Pickup Time:

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İstanbul

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Bosphorus Cruise & Shopping Tour: Discover the magic of Istanbul's skyline from the water. Visit local markets, the Egyptian Spice Bazaar, and enjoy shopping in the city’s vibrant districts

Itinerary

Day 1

( Dinner included)
After your arrival to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) , we will meet you in front of the exit gate at the international terminal ; with a sign bearing your name and transfer you to your hotel in Old City area (Sultanahmet). You will have free time in the afternoon depending on your arrival time. It is possible to include some tours on this day if you are arriving in the morning. Overnight accommodation in Istanbul

Day 2

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Pick up at 08:30am from the hotel and depart for the Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.
RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosphorus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) The summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul.
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE enjoy a unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe) 
CAMLICA HILL the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional Turkish Ottoman style. SHOPPING TOUR (after cruise) Experience the traditional silk weaving skills of Turkish women at the carpet weaving courses provided by The Ministry of National Education. You will get the opportunity to see jewellery, handcrafts centre and a modern leatherwear show. Enjoy the experience of shopping whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen, with Murti's Tour's local escort full of knowledge about how to haggle the streets of Istanbul. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3

(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner  included)

After breakfast, we have Istanbul City Tour. Our first visit will be HIPPODROME. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Than we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Our next see will be HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND MOSQUE. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. You can see it from outside.  After that see TOPKAPI PALACE, the great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. You can see it from outside.    The Basilica Cistern Museum is one of the most important cultural assets where we can trace the traces of glorious Istanbul history. With its 80,000-ton water storage capacity, Yerebatan Cistern is the largest covered cistern in the city and stands out with more reclaimed supporting elements compared to other covered cisterns. Covering an area of approximately 10,000 square meters, this colossal structure has a rectangular shape with a length of 140 meters and a width of 70 meters. You can see it from outside.  After the tour, transfer back to your hotel. Dinner at Indian restaurant and Overnight in Istanbul.

 

If you would like to visit with entrance below sites;

Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque

Day 4

(Breakfast and Dinner included)
First, spend your day relaxing and shopping before an unforgettable evening on the Bosphorus.
Between 19:00 and 20:00 – We’ll pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to our yacht for a night of dining and entertainment.

Entertainment Program:
Turkish Classic Dinner Music
Belly Dancing Show
Anatolian Folk Dances
Turkish Romany Dance
DJ Music
12:00 AM – After the dinner and show cruise, return to your hotel with wonderful memories.

Day 5

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Included

4 nights hotel in Istanbul - 5 Star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Pera Hotel 
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost

Professional English-speaking tour guides 

Meals mentioned in the itinerary

Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul or Saw  Airport
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Return transfer to Istanbul or Saw airport 

Guided Istanbul City Tour
Gala Dinner (Bosphorus Dinner Cruise )
Guided Istanbul Bosphorus cruise and shopping tour
Guided Bursa Tour 
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
2 Daily 0,5 Water 
Hotel Taxed

Excluded

International flights

Insurance: All types

Turkey entry visa

Personal expenses: Lunches, extras at hotel or additional meals

Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers

Tour Booking

Travelers
Departure Month
Regular Tour Prices
Start End
Apr 23, 2026 Apr 27, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 24, 2026 Apr 28, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 25, 2026 Apr 29, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 26, 2026 Apr 30, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 27, 2026 May 1, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 28, 2026 May 2, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 29, 2026 May 3, 2026 €886
Double room
Apr 30, 2026 May 4, 2026 €886
Double room
Private Tour Prices
Start End
Apr 23, 2026 Apr 27, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 24, 2026 Apr 28, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 25, 2026 Apr 29, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 26, 2026 Apr 30, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 27, 2026 May 1, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 28, 2026 May 2, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 29, 2026 May 3, 2026 €1417
Double room
Apr 30, 2026 May 4, 2026 €1417
Double room

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