CITY WALLS
The first breach of the walls was by the FOURTH CRUSADE in 1204,
the second by the cannons and troops of SULTAN MEHMET THE
CONQUEROR in 1453.
DRIVE BY BUS TO GOLDEN HORN
As a natural and extremely secure harbor the Golden Horn has
played an important role in the development of Istanbul. The
inlet separates the European shore into two. It is approximately
8 km long, and the widest part is the enterance from the
Bosphorus. Two streams drain into this inlet at its far end
SPICE BAZAAR(Egyptian Bazaar)
The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon,
caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other concievable herb
and spice.
BOSPHORUS ON BOAT
A traditional excursion by boat along the waterway seperating
Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas,
palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages.
During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce
Palace.
RUMELI FORTRESS (From the sea)
The biggest castle of Istanbul can be seen clearly during our
Bosphorus Cruise.
End of the bosphorus tour you will be transfered to your hotel.
Bosphorus Tour will be end.
BEYLERBEYI
PALACE
The summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original
furniture and magnificent gardens with the HAREM on the ASIAN.
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE 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 style. |
