Istanbul - a city of two continents, a city of two worlds. Crossroad of civilizations. A city of rich history, of sultans and harems, of traditions and future. City where trade is a ritual comparable only with Japanese calligraphy.
Early morning departure. Arrival at Istanbul at noon. Lunch and city sightseeing tour of Istanbul including visits to the main attractions: "Sultan Ahmet" (Blue) Mosque, famous for its elegant minarets and exquisite interior; the Byzantine Hippodrome preserving monuments from various periods of the city's history; the first courtyard of the former Sultans' Palace "Top Kapi"from where the huge Ottoman Empire had been ruled for centuries on. Overnight. Optional tour: "Istanbul by night": dinner and floor show; Optional tour: "Illumination tour" - a night panoramic bus drive through the main boulevards of Istanbul. Visit of a fish market; refreshments (beer). Crossing over to the Asian part of the city via the first bridge on the Bosphorus - photo stop for the night lights of the city.
Breakfast. Time at leisure. Afternoon departure from Istanbul and late evening return to Bulgaria. Optional tour: "Between Asia and Europe" - a picturesque motor boat cruise along the Bosphorus. Shopping in a trade center and the Egyptian Bazaar also known as the "Spice Market" because of the abundance of oriental spices and goods, one of the most impressive Oriental covered marketplaces in the world. Afternoon departure from Istanbul and late evening return to Bulgaria.
Option to book the excursion at a minimum price based on accommodation and breakfast only - this way all the tours are optional.